Navan buys BoomPop to bring AI event planning deeper into corporate travel

Navan and BoomPop logos over an event scene with attendees and balloons

The acquisition turns an existing partnership into full integration, extending Navan across venue sourcing, travel, budgets, contracts, payments and event operations. KEY TAKEAWAYS Navan has acquired BoomPop, moving a partnership announced earlier in 2026 into full ownership and integration. BoomPop says its platform has supported events for approximately 250,000 people and has helped customers reduce… Read the full news article

Thailand Meetings Leadership Award Recognises Prachoom Tantiprasertsuk’s Contribution to Business Events Sector

(IN SHORT) Prachoom Tantiprasertsuk of Dusit International has received the Thailand Meetings Leadership Award at the inaugural Thailand MICE Legacy Awards 2026. The recognition honours her more than 30 years of contribution to Thailand’s meetings and business events sector, including her leadership role within the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association. Organised by the Thailand Convention… Read the full news article

Hyatt Unveils New Asia Pacific Meetings & Events Alliance to Simplify Multi-City Event Planning

New program aims to provide corporate planners with a seamless, efficient, and centralized approach across the collection of Hyatt properties (IN SHORT) Hyatt has launched the Hyatt Asia Pacific Meetings & Events Alliance, a new initiative designed to simplify multi-city event planning across the region. The alliance includes nine premier Hyatt properties in key business… Read the full news article

Emirates Unveils New Uniform for Premium & VIP Passenger Services Team at Dubai International Airport

(IN SHORT) Emirates has introduced a new uniform for its Premium & VIP Passenger Services team, designed to reflect the luxury and sophistication associated with high-profile travelers. The uniform, which shares elements with the airline’s cabin crew attire, includes A-line skirt suits, chic pant suits, and tailored three-piece suits for men, all in warm sand… Read the full news article