Lotte Card, Korea’s leading credit card issuer, has partnered with HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions) to create an exclusive travel loyalty platform for its users. The platform will offer comprehensive travel options including flights, accommodations, and car rentals, powered by HTS’ cutting-edge travel technology. This partnership aims to provide Korean users with a seamless and personalized travel booking experience.
Amadeus and Navan, a leading global travel management company, have strengthened their partnership to drive Navan’s global expansion through innovative technology solutions. Amadeus’ extensive content, including NDC-based airline content, and workflow capabilities seamlessly integrated within Navan’s applications will enhance customer services and accelerate growth. Navan has strategically acquired several companies to solidify its market position and is now focused on organic growth, utilizing Amadeus’ open systems and cloud-enabled technology for enhanced performance, security, and reliability.
United Airlines is expecting its busiest Memorial Day weekend ever, with a surge of three million travelers anticipated from May 23 to 28. To facilitate seamless journeys, the airline has enhanced its mobile app with features that allow passengers to bypass queues, navigate security checkpoints, locate gates, and check luggage swiftly, saving them an average of 30 minutes at the airport.
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is hosting its Annual Summit 2024 in Macao, China, from May 15-17. Themed ‘Reimagining Tourism,’ the summit aims to shape the future of travel and tourism, making it more resilient and sustainable. Renowned leaders from the tourism sector will participate as speakers, including Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office; Daisy Ho, Managing Director at SJM Resorts, S.A.; and David Fowler, Vice President and Head of Cross-Border & Sales Excellence- Asia Pacific at Visa.
Aeronology, a leader in travel technology, has announced a partnership with Virtuoso, a global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel. Virtuoso advisors will have access to Aeronology’s full-service travel booking platform, AeroFares, which provides seamless and contemporary booking capabilities. Aeronology’s technology offers solutions for travel advisors using non-GDS and non-IATA systems, those with GDS but not IATA, and large host travel advisors with both GDS and IATA. The platform supports NDC applications, including direct connect with major airlines, and enables online booking of ancillary services and special service requests. Aeronology’s partnership with Virtuoso aims to enhance the travel booking experience for luxury travel advisors and their clients, simplifying complex air travel services.
DataArt, a leading software engineering company, commemorates a decade of collaboration with Sabre, a global travel technology provider. Over the past ten years, DataArt has provided tailored software solutions and integrated Sabre’s APIs, enhancing the functionality and reach of Sabre’s travel distribution network. The partnership has benefited various clients, including travel management firms, online travel agencies, leisure and loyalty agencies, cruise operators, and technology associates.
Travelier, a leading travel-tech company, has acquired DeÔnibus, a top online bus ticket platform in Brazil. This acquisition enhances Travelier’s presence in Latin America and positions the company as a comprehensive provider for all intercity land and sea transportation needs globally. DeÔnibus has become a prominent player in the Brazilian bus travel sector, connecting over 300 operators to more than 36,000 routes and serving 30 million travelers each year. This acquisition aligns with Travelier’s vision to become the global leader in intercity land and sea transportation, with its current portfolio encompassing five B2C brands and two TMS brands spanning Asia, Europe, Latin America, and Africa. Travelier recognizes DeÔnibus’s strong position and believes the company is poised to dominate the Brazilian market.
Travelsoft Group, a leading European provider of travel technology solutions, has acquired Eventiz Media Group, the proprietor of France’s premier travel industry publication, L’Echo touristique. This strategic acquisition aligns with Travelsoft’s vision to leverage its technology and data processing capabilities to provide advanced services to tourism offices and other industry players.
Travelport, a leading provider of travel technology, has announced the renewal of its partnership with flynas, the Middle East’s leading low-cost airline. This agreement allows Travelport’s global network of travel agents to continue offering flynas’s comprehensive range of products and services through the Travelport+ platform. As flynas continues its rapid regional expansion, agents using Travelport+ will be able to seamlessly access and book the latest promotions and offerings from flynas.
Journey Mentor, a leading travel-tech company, has appointed Paul Sies as its new President and CEO. With over 35 years of experience in aviation and hospitality, Sies brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role. He has held board and C-level positions across various airlines and travel enterprises, including Cyprus Airways, Air Malta, and Hillman Travel. Sies’ expertise in revitalizing struggling airlines and spearheading innovative new airlines will be valuable to Journey Mentor as the company continues to grow and innovate in the travel-tech sector.
