(NEWS) CHICAGO, 2026-Feb-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt’s lifestyle brand Andaz has opened a new flagship property in Shanghai, with Andaz Shanghai ITC welcoming its first guests from 3 February 2026 in the historic Xujiahui district. Based on details shared in official announcement, the hotel forms part of the landmark ITC Xujiahui complex and is… Read the full news article
(NEWS) GENEVA, 2026-Feb-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has confirmed that the 2026 World Cargo Symposium (WCS) will take place in Lima, Peru from 10 to 12 March, marking the first time the industry’s flagship air cargo event will be held in South America. Based on details shared in official… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) dnata has appointed Thiemo van Spellen as Managing Director of dnata Netherlands, bringing extensive international logistics and commercial experience to lead operations at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, where dnata handles around 500,000 tonnes of cargo and supports 16,000 flights annually. His priorities will include strengthening operational excellence, deepening customer partnerships, and guiding the next… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MALE, Maldives, 2026-Feb-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has convened its Quarterly Insights: Maldives Tourism Intelligence Briefing for the first quarter of 2026, bringing together tourism industry leaders, government officials and private-sector stakeholders to assess performance, exchange market intelligence and align on strategic priorities for the year ahead. Based on details… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Max Kownatzki has officially started his role as CEO of Eurowings, Germany’s largest leisure airline, succeeding Jens Bischof who stepped down at the end of 2025, bringing with him extensive leadership experience from his previous tenure as CEO of SunExpress where he navigated the airline through the Covid crisis and led significant fleet… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) TAP Air Cargo has launched TAP Secure Track, a new premium cargo tracking service that uses GPS and IoT sensors to provide real-time monitoring of shipments across its global network, measuring factors such as location, temperature, light exposure, and physical impacts. The single-use tracking devices allow customers to follow their cargo throughout its… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Amadeus has expanded its long-standing partnership with Hanatour, South Korea’s leading travel seller, through a new agreement that will see Hanatour adopt a wide range of modern, AI-powered travel technology solutions to improve customer service and operational efficiency. The collaboration builds on Hanatour’s ongoing digital transformation efforts and aims to support its growth… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Air France-KLM’s Board of Directors has approved the nomination of Marjan Rintel for a second four-year term as President and CEO of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines following a recommendation from KLM’s Supervisory Board and Group CEO Benjamin Smith, with the Works Council now being consulted ahead of a final decision at the shareholders’… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) KLM has taken delivery of its 28th and final Boeing 787 Dreamliner, completing a fleet of 13 787-9s and 15 787-10s that will form the backbone of its long-haul operations for years ahead. Since introducing the first Dreamliner more than a decade ago, KLM has steadily expanded the fleet to combine efficiency, passenger… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Bristol Airport has appointed Zoom Cars as its new official on-airport taxi operator from 1 February under a five-year contract, replacing Arrow Cars after more than ten years of service. The family-run Bristol firm was selected for its strong employee standards, modern and increasingly electric fleet, and commitment to sustainability and customer service…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Swissport has completed Switzerland’s first fully electric aircraft turnaround at Geneva Airport, handling a Brussels Airlines flight using exclusively electric ground support equipment from arrival to departure. The milestone demonstrates that comprehensive ground handling operations can be delivered with lower emissions while maintaining safety, efficiency, and punctuality. The achievement reflects Swissport’s broader strategy… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Accor has launched the ALL Accor booking and loyalty platform within ChatGPT, allowing travellers to search, explore and plan hotel stays using natural language. Available in more than 20 languages, the AI-based app enables users to view rates, property details and loyalty benefits before completing secure bookings via ALL Accor. The move reinforces… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Accor has appointed Leire Leoz as Chief Franchise Officer for its Premium, Midscale and Economy division, effective 2 February, strengthening its focus on franchise performance and owner partnerships. Reporting to Group Deputy CEO Jean-Jacques Morin, Leoz will oversee franchise strategy, operational excellence, and partner support across Accor’s global network. She brings extensive hospitality… Read the full news article
(NEWS) LONDON, UK / LAGOS, NIGERIA, 2026-Jan-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Peace is taking another step onto the global travel stage as the West African carrier expands the availability of its flights through a new multi-year agreement with Travelport. Based on details shared in official updates, the partnership will make the airline’s full range… Read the full news article
(NEWS) ATLANTA, 2026-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has confirmed the U.S. debut of its Ruby Hotels brand with a new property planned for downtown Chicago, marking a strategic milestone in the brand’s international expansion. Based on details shared in official announcement, the hotel will be developed and operated by Ruby Group… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MUNICH, Germany, 2026-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport is preparing to open its new Terminal 1 Pier on April 13, marking a significant expansion of its infrastructure and a capacity boost aimed primarily at non-Schengen traffic. Based on details outlined in official airport statement, the new pier is designed to strengthen operational efficiency… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2026-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Ambulance NI has received more than £140,000 in charitable funding following the conclusion of a two-year partnership with Belfast City Airport, which supported the charity as its official Charity Partner. Based on details shared in official updates from both organisations, the contribution reflects funds raised… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2026-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Airline has confirmed plans for a new purpose-built Cabin Crew Village in Dubai, marking a multi-billion-dirham investment aimed at supporting the airline’s expanding workforce. Based on details shared in the company’s official announcement, Emirates has signed an agreement with Dubai Investments Park (DIP) to acquire land… Read the full news article
(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2026-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Changi Airport has taken another step toward redefining the airport of the future, with fully driverless autonomous tractors now operating live on its airside to transport passenger baggage. Based on details shared through official announcement, the deployment follows nearly a year of intensive testing and signals a shift… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BRUSSELS, 2026-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Brussels Airport has taken a significant step toward reshaping how next-generation medical treatments move around the world, with the first successful test shipments of human cell and blood material departing for the United States as part of the Precision Therapy Logistics Gateway (PTLG) project. Based on details shared… Read the full news article
(NEWS) LONDON, 2026-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — London Luton Airport is turning its focus to the future of aviation with the launch of a new competition designed to inspire students across Luton to explore the careers, creativity and skills that keep an airport running every day. Based on details shared in official announcement, the initiative… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BERLIN, 2026-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Care Foundation is expanding its footprint along Türkiye’s coastline through the latest phase of the TUI Junior Academy Türkiye, an education-led programme designed to turn environmental awareness into real-world action in some of the country’s most visited coastal regions. Drawing on details shared through official project updates,… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2026-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is expanding its presence in global tennis with the appointment of world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka as its first dedicated tennis ambassador, a move that aligns elite sport, international travel and the airline’s long-running investment in the game. The partnership, outlined in recent official announcements, reflects… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, 2026-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai has taken a further step in its digital transformation journey through a new partnership with Amperity, aimed at unifying customer data and delivering more personalised travel experiences across the airline’s network. The collaboration reflects flydubai’s broader strategy of investing in innovation to enhance how passengers engage with… Read the full news article
(NEWS) PARIS, 2026-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor has announced plans to introduce the Sofitel name to Rishikesh with the signing of Sofitel Rishikesh Narendra Nagar, a high-end resort development scheduled to open in 2030. The project marks a significant expansion of Accor’s luxury portfolio in India and places one of its most recognisable brands… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MADRID, 2026-Jan-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus and the International Civil Aviation Organization have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating digital transformation across global aviation systems, with a particular focus on ensuring that all countries can participate in and benefit from modern air transport. The collaboration supports ICAO’s No Country Left Behind initiative,… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BERLIN, 2026-Jan-8 — /Travel PR News/ — A new multi-year initiative in the Dominican Republic is aiming to tackle youth unemployment and gender inequality in one of the country’s most important economic sectors: tourism. TUI Care Foundation has launched the next phase of its TUI Academy Dominican Republic programme, expanding its reach across the eastern… Read the full news article
(NEWS) LONDON, 2026-Jan-8 — /Travel PR News/ — RIU Hotels & Resorts has expanded its footprint in the UK capital with the opening of Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster, marking the company’s second RIU Plaza property in London. Located in the heart of Westminster, the newly added hotel places guests just steps from some of… Read the full news article
(NEWS) CHICAGO, 2026-Jan-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the reopening of Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort following a comprehensive renovation, marking a refreshed chapter for the adults-only, all-inclusive property just north of Cancún. As outlined in the company’s latest update, the transformation reinforces Hyatt’s long-term investment in established leisure… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MANILA, Philippines, 2026-Jan-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Marco Polo Ortigas Manila has begun the year with a notable leadership appointment, naming Alex Ensor as its new Executive Chef, a move that signals a renewed focus on thoughtful, contemporary dining at the hotel. According to the hotel’s latest announcement, Ensor brings nearly three decades of… Read the full news article