Daily Archives: March 23, 2026

Accor strengthens hospitality portfolio with rapid growth of collection brands across luxury lifestyle and conversion segments

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(IN SHORT) Accor is rapidly expanding its collection brands portfolio, which now includes over 180 hotels globally with more than 125 additional properties in development, representing over 65% projected growth. These brands, including Emblems Collection, MGallery Collection, Handwritten Collection, and Ennismore’s lifestyle offerings, allow independent hotels to retain their unique identity while benefiting from Accor’s… Read the full news article

Singapore Airlines launches direct Singapore to Hangzhou service to support business and leisure travel demand

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(IN SHORT) Singapore Airlines will launch daily flights between Singapore and Hangzhou starting 1 June 2026, further expanding its network in mainland China and strengthening connectivity to the Yangtze River Delta region. Operated with Airbus A350-900 aircraft, the new service caters to both leisure and business travellers and complements existing Scoot flights, bringing the SIA… Read the full news article

easyJet launches unique onboard and city campaign with Greggs as Newcastle base drives regional growth and connectivity

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(IN SHORT) easyJet and easyJet holidays have partnered with Greggs to celebrate the launch of a new base at Newcastle Airport by introducing limited-edition sausage roll dipping sauces inspired by international destinations. The campaign includes onboard offerings for passengers and a city centre promotion, combining local culture with global travel themes. The new base supports… Read the full news article

easyJet strengthens regional network with major Newcastle investment delivering new routes and increased capacity

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(IN SHORT) easyJet has opened its 11th UK base at Newcastle Airport, marking a significant expansion of its regional operations and supporting around 1,200 jobs, including 140 direct roles. The airline will operate up to 86 weekly flights across 22 routes, representing an 85% increase from last summer and significantly expanding destination choices for customers… Read the full news article

easyJet partners with Mirus Aircraft Seating to deploy innovative seats delivering lower fuel burn and improved onboard experience

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(IN SHORT) easyJet has announced the introduction of new lightweight Kestrel seats from Mirus Aircraft Seating, which will be installed on its Airbus A320neo and A321neo fleet from 2028. The seats are over 20% lighter than current models, enabling significant fuel savings and reducing carbon emissions by more than 40,000 tonnes annually. In addition to… Read the full news article

Munich Airport and Lufthansa deepen strategic alliance with new agreement supporting infrastructure development and long haul growth

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(IN SHORT) Munich Airport and Lufthansa have signed a new agreement to extend their joint venture through 2056 and support future growth at the Munich aviation hub. The deal includes plans to expand Terminal 2 infrastructure, increase long-haul operations, and enhance passenger capacity by up to ten million additional travelers annually. The expansion, expected to… Read the full news article

Star Alliance strengthens global network with new LAX facility improving passenger transfers and connection reliability

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(IN SHORT) Star Alliance has opened a new Star Connection Centre at Los Angeles International Airport, its ninth globally, to improve the efficiency of passenger transfers between member airlines. Serving one of its busiest hubs, the centre uses advanced systems to identify passengers at risk of missing connections and provides real-time assistance to ensure smooth… Read the full news article

Korean Air signs two year sponsorship agreement with Korea Football Association to support national team and World Cup preparations

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(IN SHORT) Korean Air has signed a two-year sponsorship agreement with the Korea Football Association, becoming an official partner of Korea’s national football team. The partnership includes providing air travel support and backing various KFA initiatives, particularly as the team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. In return, Korean Air will… Read the full news article

RIU enhances Andalusia portfolio with upgraded Riu Palace Nautilus featuring new design and sustainability improvements

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(IN SHORT) RIU has reopened the Hotel Riu Palace Nautilus in Torremolinos after a full renovation, upgrading it to the premium RIU Palace category and marking the brand’s first such property on mainland Spain. The refurbishment includes redesigned rooms, enhanced common areas, and expanded dining options, including a new gourmet restaurant. Located near the Mediterranean… Read the full news article