(IN SHORT) The International Air Transport Association will host the 38th IATA Ground Handling Conference in Cairo in May 2026, bringing together aviation leaders to address the growing complexity of ground operations in the context of rising air traffic and technological change. With a central focus on the role of artificial intelligence and automation, the… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Cathay Cargo has launched Manage Booking, a new digital feature that allows freight forwarders to directly manage booking changes through its online platform. The tool enables users to update shipment details, adjust schedules, and modify cargo specifications without relying on manual processes or customer service intervention. Designed to improve efficiency and transparency, the… Read the full news article
(NEWS) NEWQUAY, UK, 2026-Apr-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Aviation careers are taking centre stage in southwest England this summer, as a growing initiative aimed at encouraging more girls into the industry returns with expanded capacity and rising demand. The TECgirls Reach for the Sky Festival is set to take place on 20 and 21 June… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) ITA Airways has launched a newly rebuilt website and mobile app based on Lufthansa Group’s digital platform, marking another step in its integration with the wider airline group while preserving ITA’s own brand identity. The upgrade allows passengers to combine ITA Airways flights with those of other Lufthansa Group hub carriers in one… Read the full news article
NEW DELHI, 2026-Apr-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean, is a destination that perfectly blends natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. For travelers looking for a seamless and memorable experience, a Sri Lanka Tour Package with Flight offers an ideal way to explore this enchanting island. From… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Heathrow Airport has announced the names of its 24 autonomous cleaning robots following a nationwide competition that drew thousands of entries. The winning names, inspired by pop culture and British humour, include Fleetwood Vac, Meryl Sweep, and Air Floorce One. The robots, now equipped with name tags, operate across airport terminals and can… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) ACI World has opened submissions for the 2026 Airport Innovation Awards, inviting airports to showcase initiatives that improve passenger experience, operational efficiency, and sustainability. Now in its sixth year, the awards recognize impactful and scalable innovations across four categories. Entries will be reviewed by industry experts, with winners announced at the Airports Innovate… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Ryanair has announced a £40 million investment to expand its maintenance facility at Prestwick Airport, including the construction of a new hangar and additional workshops. The project will increase capacity from six to ten bays, making it the airline’s largest maintenance hub and supporting over 1,200 jobs in Ayrshire. The expansion builds on… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MADRID, 2026-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus is expanding its footprint in Southeast Asia’s travel retail sector through a new partnership with Malaysia-based travel seller AA Aviation, as the industry continues to accelerate its shift toward digital-first operations. Based on details shared in official announcement, the agreement brings together a suite of Amadeus solutions… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MADRID, 2026-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus is positioning biometric identity as a central pillar of next-generation airport operations, following the rollout of a new digital passenger flow model at Manchester Airport. Through its collaboration with the UK gateway, Amadeus has enabled a system that allows domestic and international passengers to move through shared… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Dolphin Dynamics has launched a new AI-powered helper designed to automate the entry of traveller information into its travel management platform. The tool enables users to copy and paste data from emails, documents or spreadsheets, after which artificial intelligence automatically interprets the unstructured information and maps it to the correct fields in the… Read the full news article
London, United Kingdom, 2026-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Long Run will be hosting its third Virtual Impact Show on 25 March 2026, bringing together tourism leaders, sustainability experts and impact-driven tourism businesses from around the world to explore how to better accelerate credible impact across its 4C framework, namely Conservation, Community, Culture and Commerce…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The National Research Council of Canada has acquired a Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft to serve as a research platform for advanced aerospace and defence technology development. The aircraft will join the NRC’s Aerospace Research Centre fleet and will be used to test and demonstrate emerging technologies that support the needs of Canada’s Department… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Munich Airport has opened Germany’s first inclusive security checkpoint at Terminal 2, designed to improve accessibility and create a more supportive travel experience for passengers with special needs and families with young children. The barrier-free checkpoint replaces automated boarding pass readers with personal assistance from staff who guide travellers through the process at… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Wizz Air UK has obtained the regulatory approvals required to operate flights between the United Kingdom and the United States. Although the airline does not plan to launch regular scheduled services on transatlantic routes, the authorisation allows it to offer charter flights for specific travel needs. The company expects demand primarily from European… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) American Airlines has donated an auxiliary power unit previously used on its McDonnell Douglas MD80 aircraft to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Chicago, giving more than 400 students access to real aircraft equipment for hands-on training. The APU, which supported over 74,000 flights during its 29-year service life, will now be used… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has launched a split-payment solution in Kenya in partnership with Cellulant, allowing customers to combine multiple payment methods or stagger payments when booking flights online. Powered by the Tingg payment gateway, the feature enables travellers to stay within mobile money transaction limits while completing higher-value purchases such as international airline tickets. The… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Navitaire, an Amadeus company, is expanding its partnership with Volotea as the European low-cost carrier adopts Navitaire Stratos, a next-generation retailing platform designed to modernize the airline’s booking and digital retail capabilities. The agreement marks another step in Volotea’s technology-driven strategy as airlines increasingly turn to artificial… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines and ANA HOLDINGS have appointed senior executives Kumiko Miyasaka and Tomoko Hoya as ICAO Global Ambassadors in Japan under a newly launched international programme designed to inspire future aviation professionals and promote diversity in the sector. The initiative, aligned with ICAO’s Strategic Plan 2026–2050, will see the ambassadors engage in outreach… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The Shannon Airport Group has started a €15 million terminal redevelopment as the first phase of its €40 million 2026 investment programme, focusing on sustainability improvements and enhanced passenger facilities. The project will replace older terminal structures with an energy-efficient façade, introduce electric heat pump and modern HVAC systems, and refurbish arrivals areas… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) American Airlines has partnered with Women in Aviation International as a 2026 strategic partner and will serve as the Official Airline of the organization’s 37th annual conference in Grapevine, Texas. The collaboration, announced during the airline’s centennial year, supports efforts to expand opportunities for women in aviation through scholarships, educational programming and industry… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Group and Amadeus have implemented a direct API connection between Radisson’s EMMA Central Reservation System and the Amadeus Travel Platform, replacing traditional GDS-based models with a real-time, AI-enhanced integration. The new connectivity ensures immediate synchronization of rates and availability, improves data accuracy and eliminates the need for multiple interfaces. Travel sellers… Read the full news article
(NEWS) LONDON, 2026-Feb-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport and LOT Polish Airlines have signed a new multi-year content agreement that will expand the airline’s digital distribution strategy through Travelport’s global network of travel agencies and travel management companies. Based on details shared in the official announcement, the deal will make LOT’s New Distribution Capability (NDC)… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MADRID, Spain, 2026-Feb-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus has deepened its long-standing partnership with Thai Airways International, rolling out a new suite of retailing technologies aimed at modernising how the airline creates, prices and distributes its offers. Based on details shared in official announcement, the collaboration is designed to deliver immediate commercial gains for… 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) SAS and TAROM have launched a new commercial codeshare agreement effective from 9 February 2026 that expands travel options between Scandinavia and Romania by linking TAROM’s Bucharest services with SAS’ flights via major European hubs. The partnership strengthens Copenhagen, Stockholm, and Oslo as transfer points, leverages SAS’ strong punctuality record, and enhances the… 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) 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) Qantas has confirmed a major expansion of its Sydney–Sapporo seasonal service for the 2026/27 winter, increasing flights from three per week to up to five per week and adding more than 10,000 additional seats. The move follows strong demand during the current ski season and continued growth in travel between Australia and Japan,… Read the full news article