(IN SHORT) Marriott International has announced the launch of its first global capability center (GCC), the Marriott Tech Accelerator, in Hyderabad, India, set to open in early 2025. This center aims to leverage Hyderabad’s rich tech talent to enhance Marriott’s global technology operations, engineering, and security systems across its extensive network in 141 countries. Drew… Read the full press release
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Innovative Partnership Pioneers Inclusion for Visually Impaired in Airport Ground Handling
(IN SHORT) The ‘Flying beyond sight, destination inclusion’ initiative, a collaboration between the Italian Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (UICI) and Swissport, is poised to launch at Rome Fiumicino Airport during the summer of 2024. This groundbreaking project aims to integrate visually impaired individuals into airport ground handling roles, a first-of-its-kind endeavor in… Read the full press release
AirAsia MOVE and Coras Launch Innovative MOVETIX Ticketing Platform
(IN SHORT) AirAsia MOVE, Asia’s premier travel booking app, has partnered with Coras, a global ticket distribution platform, to introduce MOVETIX, an innovative ticketing platform offering access to over 10,000 global events and activities, alongside flights, hotels, rides, and more, all through a single app. Spearheaded by Hassan Choudhury, CEO of RedRecords, a joint venture… Read the full press release
Auckland Airport Set to Unveil Innovative $300 Million Transport Hub for Travelers
New pick up/drop off area to open early in the new year Projected to more than double the amount of public pick up/drop off area currently on offer (320m or a 200% increase) Built for 650 vehicles throughput p/hr at peak times Transport Hub development paves the way for new domestic terminal development Carparks and… Read the full press release
SITA Introduces Innovative Check-in Processes at Galápagos Island Airport
The introduction of SITA FlexBox at Seymour cruise terminal in the Galápagos Islands allows easy off-airport check-in (IN SHORT) SITA, a global technology provider for the air transport industry, is expanding its partnership with Corporación América Airports S. A. (CASA) by introducing innovative, frictionless check-in processes at Seymour Galápagos Ecological Airport (GPS) on Baltra Island… Read the full press release
dnata Implements Innovative Cooling Technology to Save 650 Metric Tonnes of Carbon Annually at Singapore Changi Airport
(IN SHORT) dnata, a global air and travel service provider, is set to reduce its carbon footprint by 650 metric tonnes and save 1.5 million kilowatt hours of electricity per year with the installation of Cooling as a Service (CaaS) technology at its Singapore Changi Airport facilities. Supplied by provider Kaer, the CaaS system has… Read the full press release
Hamad International Airport Enhances Passenger Experience with Innovative Digital Wayfinding and QR Codes
Doha, Qatar, 2023-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamad International Airport (DOH) is elevating its passenger’s airport experience with the introduction of innovative digital wayfinding. QR Codes are leveraged to provide easy to use wayfinding solution through different digital touchpoints conveniently located across the airport’s expansive terminal. Whether trying to navigate from ORCHARD to LampBear,… Read the full press release
Fraport Introduces State-of-the-Art CT Technology and Innovative Security Lane Configuration for Shorter Wait Times at Frankfurt Airport
New CT technology and innovative security-lane configuration will bring greater convenience and shorter wait times for passengers World-first lane design entering trial phase Fraport CEO Schulte thanks German Federal Interior Ministry and German Federal Police for their cooperation and trust Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Since January 1, 2023, Fraport… Read the full press release
SkyTeam Upgrades Innovative App for Elite Plus, First and Business Class Customers to Enhance Airport Experience
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, 2023-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, has upgraded its innovative SkyPriority Panel Audit App for Elite Plus, First and Business Class customers. Travelers can now complete quick surveys rating their experience of 750 airport lounges, including SkyTeam-branded lounges in Dubai, Istanbul, Santiago de Chile, Sydney and Vancouver, as… Read the full press release
AQUA at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus enters Michelin Guide Istanbul 2023 with innovative Turkish Seafood creations
Istanbul at the Bosphorus, Turkey, 2023-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — With the creative menu and delicious signature plates crafted by the Executive Chef Görkem Özkan and his talented team, AQUA achieved a phenomenal success by entering the Michelin Guide Istanbul 2023 selection. AQUA shines through its exquisite dishes prepared with premium-produced fresh and seasonal ingredients and offers an… Read the full press release
Helsinki Airport Implements Innovative Underground Wetland to Improve Water Management
Vantaa, Finland, 2023-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia has built an underground wetland at Helsinki Airport to improve water management. The project is the first of its kind in the Nordic countries. “Water management is an important part of our environmental work, and we do our best to ensure good conditions for flora and… Read the full press release
Travel Back in Time with the New, Innovative Cocktail Menu at Four Seasons Resort Dubai’s Hendricks Bar
Envisioned as an ode to a legendary world traveler, each cocktail imagines a “lost” recipe and the story behind it Dubai, U.A.E., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Driven by imagination, innovation and mythical characters, the newly launched cocktail menu at Hendricks Bar at Four Seasons Resort Dubai takes guests back in time and brings them a whole new… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru Welcomes Savio Fernandes as Director of Food and Beverage, Brings Decades of Experience and Innovative Mindset
Bengaluru, India, 2023-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Savio Fernandes has joined the team at Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru in the role of Director of Food and Beverage. Born and raised in Mumbai, Savio completed his Post-Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management in Goa. He started his hospitality career with Goa Marriott, and then moved as a guest service… Read the full press release
London Gatwick Airport unveils new innovative and more sustainable plan in resurfacing its main runway
London, UK, 2022-Oct-07 — /Travel PR News/ — London Gatwick Airport, part of VINCI Airports’ network, has just completed (Sept 2022) an innovative plan to resurface its main runway in half the time and for half the cost – while saving significant amounts of embodied carbon1 by using 70% less asphalt – compared to traditional resurfacing… Read the full press release
Deutsche Hospitality and the Porsche Design Group partner for an innovative hotel concept Steigenberger Porsche Design Hotels
Zeitgeist, Design and Service Excellence Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Oct-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality and the Porsche Design Group are joining forces to present the Steigenberger Porsche Design Hotels brand, an innovative hotel concept in the Luxury Lifestyle Segment. Steigenberger Porsche Design Hotels will bring together design, technology and lifestyle at the… Read the full press release
Royal Caribbean International brings Asia’s largest and most innovative ship Spectrum of the Seas to Singapore
Asia’s Largest, Most Innovative Ship Will Visit Destinations as soon as October 2022, Quantum of the Seas Extends its Season Through April 2022 SINGAPORE, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Holidaymakers will have much to celebrate when Royal Caribbean International brings Asia’s largest and most innovative ship, Spectrum of the Seas, to Singapore for the long-awaited comeback of cruising… Read the full press release
Deutsche Hospitality launches four innovative solutions in the area of digital meetings formats
Hybrid Meeting Suites, Hybrid Studios, Hy-End Event and Virtual Meeting Platform – four innovative solutions from Deutsche Hospitality in the area of digital meetings formats. Yoga lessons, catering and cocktail courses can all be added if required Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality is embracing the new way of… Read the full press release
SFO included on Fast Company’s list of Most Innovative Companies for 2021
Airport honored for healthy, human-centric design of Harvey Milk Terminal 1 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, 2021-Mar-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Fast Company, the world’s leading business media brand, has named SFO on its list of Most Innovative Companies for 2021. In the “travel” category, SFO was honored for the environmentally friendly, human-centric design of Harvey… Read the full press release
Royal Caribbean to sail for the first time from Israel with its newest and most innovative ship, Odyssey of the Seas
New Innovative Ship to Launch with Cruises from Haifa, Israel MIAMI, FL, 2021-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Israeli holidaymakers will set a new course for adventure this summer when Royal Caribbean International begins sailing from Israel for the first time in May. The global cruise line will offer Israelis a combination of 3- to… Read the full press release
Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts expands technological services to offer innovative and hybrid events
Professional broadcasting studios at three locations enable Deutsche Hospitality’s luxury brand to offer innovative and hybrid events concepts Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts are embracing best practice in the sector. The company is expanding its technological services in order to allow innovative and hybrid events to… Read the full press release
dnata launches innovative new products and services and donates high-nutrition meals amid COVID-19 challenges
Dubai, UAE, 2020-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata has continued to deliver reliable and safe air services and taken on new roles to support and create value for airline customers and local communities amid COVID-19 challenges. Cooperating closely with government authorities, customers and suppliers, the company’s dedicated teams have worked around the clock to… Read the full press release
Acqualina Resort & Spa introduces new amenities and innovative programming to its extensive menu of offerings for families
Miami’s Multi-Award Winning Resort Expands Kid-Friendly Offerings with New Educational Hands-on Activities, Sea Turtle Hatchling Event, the FUN Room and More SUNNY ISLES BEACH,FL, 2019-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — As a leader in family travel and continually striving to elevate the guest experience, the Five-Star, Five-Diamond Acqualina Resort & Spa, a seaside haven set on nearly… Read the full press release
HMSHost earns top honors from The Moodies and the Adrian Awards for innovative marketing campaigns
Moodie Davitt Report and Adrian Awards honor HMSHost for innovative marketing campaigns; PRWeek recognizes HMSHost marketing & communications leader BETHESDA, MD., 2019-Mar-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost was recognized as a leader in marketing and digital innovation after receiving top honors by The Moodies, as well as the Adrian Awards. Among the awards, HMSHost’s… Read the full press release
JAL Ground Service invests in innovative gear to support airport personnel
Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Feb-12 — /Travel PR News/ — JAL Ground Service Co., Ltd. (JGS), known for providing airport ground services in Japan and ATOUN Inc., a company known for creating wearable robotic devices, today announced that JGS will purchase and implement the innovative gear to support airport personnel. JGS announced an order for 20 ATOUN MODEL… Read the full press release
Enterprise Holdings to acquire an innovative managed-travel technology platform Deem
ST. LOUIS, Country, 2019-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings today (Jan. 17, 2019) announced its intent to acquire San Francisco-based Deem – an innovative managed-travel technology platform that includes Deem Work Fource and Deem Ground Work, a suite of online booking and travel technology products for business travelers, travel managers, travel-management companies and suppliers. More than 50,000 corporate customers and the… Read the full press release
Anantara Spa at Kihavah introduces new and innovative wellness offerings
Kihavah, Maldives, 2018-Nov-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Spa at Kihavah, a luxury resort in the Maldives, branches out with the introduction of their new and innovative wellness offerings which includes the Cocoon Medical Spa, two Ayurveda retreat programmes, and the Deluxe Spa Pool Villa. For guests who wish to maintain a stress-free and… Read the full press release
SAS travellers can now enjoy both upgraded lounges with innovative technology features, and new service products at Copenhagen airport
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — At Copenhagen airport passengers traveling with SAS can now enjoy both upgraded lounges with innovative technology features, and new service products. The new products will make time spent in the airport more efficient and pleasant. Travelers can now beat the effects of jet lag and winter depression with light… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi Airports wins CIPS awards for “Best People Development Initiative” and “Most Innovative Use of Technology”
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2018-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Airports’ Procurement and Logistics Department has won the “Best People Development Initiative” and “Most Innovative Use of Technology” at a ceremony held in Dubai by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply – CIPS. Recognized as international standards of excellence within the industry,… Read the full press release