March 18, 2024

News to Know

Pace of Travel Industry Transformation to Accelerate
(SOURCE: HOSPITALITY TODAY)

The research – which examines eight distinct sectors across the end-to-end journey in ten markets – benchmarks investment intentions and technology priorities for global full service and low-cost airlines, airports, hotels, travel sellers (online, business and leisure), corporations and travel payment departments across the world as they stand today. It also captures their ambitions for the future.

AVIATION

Satisfied with Service, Philippine Airlines Extends Contract with Airinmar (BILYONARYO)

Asiana Airlines Wins Data Transfer Certification in China (KOREAN HERALD)

FLY91, India's Newest Airline, Hits the Skies (ECONOMIC TIMES)

5 Airport Lounges Worth Visiting in 2024 (SIMPLE FLYING)

Saudi Wealth Fund Said in Talks to Acquire National Airline (BLOOMBERG)

HOSPITALITY

74% of Global Markets Increased RevPAR to Start 2024 (4HOTELIERS)

SUSTAINABILITY

IATA Releases Fly Net Zero Update (INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT REVIEW)

OTHER SECTORS

What a U.S.TikTok Ban Could Mean for Travel Industry (PHOCUSWIRE)

Gemini, Google Travel and the Threat to OTAs (PHOCUSWIRE)

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GBTA Board of Directors 2024 nominations are officially OPEN! Be a driving force in shaping the future of GBTA, its members, and the entire industry. Nominate yourself or a standout colleague who's ready for the challenge. Look out for the nomination link direct to your email.

Act fast! The nomination period closes on March 26, 2024 and remember to cast your vote when it opens, ensure you're a GBTA member! Join by May 14 for this exclusive benefit. Click to learn more about the duties and time commitment for serving on the GBTA Board.

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3 Allied Seats (suppliers)
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Resources

Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

France - Unionized public sector employees plan to strike and protest across France March 19. Heightened security, transport disruptions likely.

Germany - Unionized public transport workers to stage strike in Bremen, Germany, March 19-20; disruptions to tram and bus services likely across city.

Haiti - US planning flight for valid US passport holders from Cap-Haitien to US as of March 16. Flight disruptions likely in Haiti until late March.

United States - Adverse winter weather forecast over parts of northern and central New Mexico, US, through March 19. Hazardous travel conditions likely.

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