Heathrow launching 6-month trial for passengers to pre-book a slot at security giving them extra peace of mind when travelling The trial will initially open to passengers in Terminal 3 travelling with American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Emirates and Virgin Atlantic – with more airlines added during the trial Findings from the trial will inform… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Travel Tech
TUI Group Expands Tech Capabilities with New ‘Digital Hub Porto’ in Portugal
Delivery and quality of new digital products and services are key for transformation into global digital travel and leisure platform company Strong TUI footprint in Portugal expanded: popular holiday destination and digital innovation centre Future of tourism in focus: TUI Group’s work on mobile app, payments and artificial intelligence supported and driven by teams in… Read the full news article
Qatar Airways Unveils Expo 2023 Doha Aircraft, Showcasing Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation
A330-300 Expo 2023 Doha aircraft touches down in Doha Qatar Airways embodies commitment to sustainability and innovation with Expo-themed livery and enhanced in-flight experiences Attending the reveal were Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, H.E. Mr. Akbar Al Baker; President of Ashghal, H.E. Dr. Engr. Saad Ahmed Al Mohannadi; Chief Operating Officer at Hamad International Airport,… Read the full news article
Weeva’s Julie Cheetham named Regenerative Change Maker of the Year.
New York, USA, 2023-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Julie Cheetham, the Co-founder and Managing Director of Weeva and Head of Sustainability at Nianova Advisors, was announced as Change Maker of the Year at the Regenerative Travel Impact Awards hosted on 21 September 2023 alongside Climate Week NYC. The awards celebrate innovative projects and purpose-led individuals who… Read the full news article
Lufthansa Unveils Upgraded Cabin Interior for Short- and Medium-Haul Routes, Enhancing Comfort and Convenience
Four makes eight: Large overhead compartments hold up to twice as many suitcases For the first time on short-haul routes: holder for tablets and smartphones at every seat More legroom with new ergonomic seats Cologne, Germany, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa guests will experience a new cabin interior on short- and medium-haul routes… Read the full news article
Spirit Airlines Introduces Self-Bag Drop with Biometric Photo-Matching at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is now offering Guests in the Motor City a speedy, self-service option to breeze through check-in. The carrier has introduced its award-winning self-bag drop with biometric photo-matching at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Spirit leads the way as the first airline to roll out… Read the full news article
Alaska Airlines Invests in AI Company Assaia to Enhance Turnaround Efficiency and Sustainability
The 5th largest US airline, known for its award-winning passenger experience and genuine caring service, is set to play an important role in the ongoing optimization of turnaround operations by collaborating on the development of Assaia’s AI-based technology. Seattle-Tacoma, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Star Ventures, the investment arm of Alaska Airlines, is announcing its… Read the full news article
IHG One Rewards Mobile App Receives Rave Reviews for Redefining Travel Experience
Must-have travel app with features for ease and inspiration for all travelers ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The IHG One Rewards mobile app is redefining the travel experience with a greater emphasis on customer satisfaction – and it’s earning rave reviews. The app’s intuitive design and new features seamlessly guide guests through their booking… Read the full news article
George Bush Intercontinental Airport’s Innovative Trusses Transforming Departures Curb
The new and expanded international departures curb will feature eight trusses, or large-span steel structures, which will each weigh 80 tons and stretch 209 feet from edge to edge. HOUSTON, TX, 2023-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — This fall, change is coming to Houston. Temperatures are beginning to drop; the sun is starting to set… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Announces Inaugural Yacht Experience with Ultra-Luxe Design Innovations
The first Four Seasons Yacht will create exceptional experiences through best-in-class design, distribution, and deployment with inaugural voyages exploring the yachting playgrounds of the Caribbean and Mediterranean Toronto, Canada, 2023-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons, together with luxury yachting company Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd. and venerated Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, continues to build momentum towards the… Read the full news article
Choice Hotels Partners with Grubhub to Offer Food Ordering and Delivery to Choice Privileges Members
From adding more upscale hotel offerings to its family of participating hotel brands to offering two, new co-branded credit cards, the award-winning loyalty program continues to expand member opportunities and benefits ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced that Choice Privileges now offers food ordering and delivery… Read the full news article
ALL Inclusive Collection Launches Luxury All-Inclusive Resort Booking Platform
Launched in September 2023, AllInclusive-Collection.com will be a dedicated new platform for guests to discover and book all-inclusive experiences Paris, France, 2023-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — ALL Inclusive Collection, a new digital platform launched in September 2023, will allow guests to discover and book a highly curated selection of all-inclusive resorts that create luxury… Read the full news article
Rolls-Royce Achieves Milestone in Hydrogen Research for Aviation
London, UK, 2023-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY) announces a further key milestone, a world industry first, has been achieved in its hydrogen research project. Both Rolls-Royce and its partner easyJet are committed to being at the forefront of the development of hydrogen combustion engine technology capable of powering a… Read the full news article
Weeva partners with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
London, UK, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance has welcomed the sustainability management platform Weeva as an affiliate member to help drive collaboration on industry resilience and data-led sustainability. Designed by sustainable tourism experts, Weeva champions small, sustainable actions, backed by consistent data management, to boost efficiency and, ultimately, profitability within the industry. The… Read the full news article
Frankfurt Airport Trials Revolutionary Walk-Through Security Scanner for Passenger Convenience
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Fraport began testing the world’s first walk-through security scanner for passengers at Frankfurt Airport. The R&S QPS Walk2000 from Rohde & Schwarz is designed to speed up security checks. The first of these scanners is currently in use in Concourse A of Terminal 1. Passengers… Read the full news article
San José Airport Introduces BBGo Autonomous Mobility Vehicle for Enhanced Passenger Experience
SAN JOSE, CA, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) hosts the Station Managers of each airline serving the Airport for a live demonstration of the BBGo Autonomous Personal Mobility Vehicle by San José-based tech start-up, Blueberry Technology. The devices are meant to supplement mobility needs for those who do not want… Read the full news article
Travelzoo Unveils Travelzoo META, a Members-Only Metaverse Travel Experience Service
NEW YORK, NY, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Thousands of people visiting Times Square were stopped in their tracks. Splashed across the façade of NASDAQ’s headquarters yesterday were fantastical animals from the Metaverse. Travelzoo META’s Travel Companions gazed out at onlookers and announced with their presence that the future of travel is here. Travelzoo®… Read the full news article
Cathay Cargo Expands Booking Convenience through Digital Link to Kuehne+Nagel’s System
Pilot API scheme demonstrates real benefits for customers with quick access to Cathay Cargo inventory and booking through freight forwarder’s own system Hong Kong, China, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its focus on customer-centricity, Cathay Cargo has widened its sales distribution channel by placing its rates and availability in Kuehne+Nagel’s own… Read the full news article
Aruba Successfully Implements Digital Passport Technology, Eliminating Physical Passport Requirement for Travelers
Aruba is exploring rolling out Digital Travel Credentials across the island Montreal, Canada, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA, the leading IT provider to the air transport industry, and the Government of Aruba showcased the successful implementation of verifiable digital credential technology, eliminating the need for passengers to show their physical passport when arriving… Read the full news article
Delaware North Introduces DUUUVAL Express: Amazon-Powered Checkout-Free Store at Jacksonville Jaguars’ Stadium
DUUUVAL Express brings first autonomous shopping experience to this NFL venue and will offer refreshments and freshly prepared hot food items JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Delaware North, a global hospitality and entertainment company, announced a new store with Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology and Amazon One. Designed to eliminate checkout lines, DUUUVAL Express… Read the full news article
ITB Berlin 2024: Calling Travel Industry Innovators for Cutting-Edge Insights and Solutions
Berlin, Germany, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — ITB Berlin eTravel Stage and ITB Innovation Radar give voice to the travel industry’s trailblazers at ITB Berlin, the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show. Both are open for submissions now, paving the way for the exciting ITB Berlin 2024 packed with cutting-edge insights, solutions, and technologies. ITB… Read the full news article
SITA Enables Off-Airport Baggage Service Alltheway to Offer Seamless Bag Tracking and Delivery
Alltheway will allow passengers and airlines to track bags on and off airport using SITA Bag Journey Paris, France, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA technology is powering a new and convenient baggage service from French start-up Alltheway, enabling passengers traveling from Paris to check in and drop off their bags from their home… Read the full news article
Hilton Partners with Tesla to Create Largest EV Charging Network in Hospitality Industry
Plan dramatically accelerates ability to meet growing demand for overnight Electric Vehicle charging during hotel stays McLEAN, Va., 2023-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Through an expanded agreement with Tesla, Hilton announced that, beginning in early 2024, up to 20,000 Tesla Universal Wall Connectors are slated to be installed at 2,000 hotels in the U.S.,… Read the full news article
KLM Collaborates with Electric Flying Connection for Unique Electric Flight Experience, Gaining Insights into Sustainable Aviation Logistics
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2023-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — On 28 and 29 August, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and the trade association Electric Flying Connection (EFC) offered a group of KLM guests a unique opportunity to experience the future of flying. The eighteen guests received a trial electric flying lesson aboard a Pipistrel Velis Electro, supervised… Read the full news article
Emirates SkyCargo Enhances Digital Booking Experience through Partnership with CargoAi’s CargoMART Platform
The new channel unlocks more choice for customers, empowering them with real-time pricing and capacity information on Emirates SkyCargo services Dubai, UAE, 2023-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo is now live on CargoAi’s marketplace solution, CargoMART, further advancing its digital customer experience and optimizing the booking process with real-time information. The partnership launched… Read the full news article
dnata Partners with Speedcargo to Revolutionize Etihad Cargo Services with AI-Powered Solutions at Singapore Changi Airport
Partnership with Speedcargo to transform airfreight operations Etihad Cargo becomes first customer to take advantage of technology in Singapore ‘Cargo Eye’ and ‘Assemble’ maximise flight cargo capacity, improving operational efficiencies Singapore, 2023-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has partnered with logistics technology solutions provider Speedcargo to deliver cutting-edge… Read the full news article
Black Sheep Coffee Expands to UK Airports with Innovative Tech-Driven Branch at London Luton Airport
Luton, UK, 2023-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Fast growing coffeehouse chain Black Sheep Coffee has continued its UK expansion drive with the opening of its first UK airside airport location at London Luton Airport (LLA). The new, 200 m2, state of the art coffeehouse opened LLA’s departure lounge this month and, alongside its 100%… Read the full news article
Bristol Airport’s New Electric Buses Get ‘Out of This World’ Names Courtesy of Local School Children
London, UK, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — At the beginning of this year, pupils of Winford Church of England Primary School were asked to come up with the names of the new fully electric buses at Bristol Airport. The students were invited to suggest ‘space-themed’ names for the four fully electric CoBuses – the… Read the full news article
Hamad International Airport Leads Global Collaboration to Launch Smart Data Hub Handbook for Aviation Industry Advancement
Doha, Qatar, 2023-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamad International Airport (DOH) has taken a leading role in fostering collaboration among top airports worldwide, resulting in the production of an industry handbook known as the Smart Data Hub (SDH). Released under the patronage of Airport Council International (ACI), and the stewardship of ACI’s World Airports… Read the full news article
UNWTO Recognizes Innovative Startups Driving Morocco’s Tourism Recovery and Sustainability
Africa, 2023-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO has recognized the most influential innovators reshaping tourism in the Kingdom of Morocco. The finalists of the first Moroccan Tourism Startup Competition showcase the power of the sector for driving post-pandemic recovery, protecting cultural and natural heritage and providing opportunities for both rural and urban communities. After… Read the full news article



























