IATA: Aviation consumer protection regulation should address shared responsibilities

Economic deregulation of the airline industry has brought huge benefits over decades, increasing consumer choice, reducing fares, expanding route networks and encouraging new entrants.

IATA urges states to provide timely, thorough and public accident reports

Only 96 of the 214 accident investigations during the period 2018-2022 conform with the requirements of the Chicago Convention.

STR, TE lift U.S. ADR and RevPAR forecast; profit growth to be limited

The occupancy projection for this year was lowered 0.2% from the previous forecast, but projections for average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) were lifted 1.5% and 1.3%, respectively.

Austria Center Vienna completes exterior renovation

Revenue from congresses almost back to pre-crisis levels.

FMI analysts view: Why is France a popular destination among wine tourists?

Wine tourism in France offers a rich cultural experience, with visitors having the opportunity to explore historic vineyards, participate in tastings and cellar tours, and indulge in gourmet cuisine paired with local wines.

Aviation-Event participates in IATA AGM 2023, showcasing industry insights and thought leadership

Aviation-Event's presence at the IATA AGM 2023 will facilitate valuable networking opportunities with industry professionals, decision-makers, and experts. The team will be actively seeking out engaging conversations, exploring emerging trends, and capturing the pulse of the aviation community.

Emirates to host 80th IATA AGM in Dubai​

This will be the first time the UAE and Dubai will host the global gathering of aviation's top leaders.

CTO Chairman urges action on disaster preparedness and climate resilience

The CTO Forum gathered experts from the Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology (CIMH) and the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) to address the 2023 seasonal forecast and share mitigation and preparedness strategies. Best practices for hazard response and recovery, which are equally important, will be covered in the next forum.

Marriott International, PCMA and CEMA release “Guiding Principles in Experience Design” findings

Industry research cuts through the noise of traditional trend reports to identify evolving behaviors and motivators shaping the future of meetings and events.

Daily getaways returns with travel deals, offers from top brands

Survey data shows travelers are increasingly looking for ways to save on travel. According to a Morning Consult survey, a greater share of travelers (34%) are using points and rewards to book travel than last year (28%).

Travel Counsellors to grow corporate business with Vibe technology

Travel Counsellors choses "Vibe Corporate" technology to grow its corporate business. "Vibe Corporate Plus" service launched recently to give TMCs a ‘consumer-grade’, complete customisable booking solution.

IATA and UNEP to address key environmental challenges in aviation including single-use plastics

IATA advocates for a simplified and harmonized regulatory environment that would enable a reduction in plastic utilization and greater reuse, and recycling of cabin waste, including plastics, where they are needed.

Pittsburgh International Airport turns food waste into fertiliser

In a bid to reduce its carbon footprint, Pittsburgh International Airport partners with Pittsburgh-based Ecotone Renewables - a Zero Emissions Upcycling System that converts food waste to carbon-negative fertiliser.

easyJet celebrates arrival of ninth aircraft at Edinburgh Airport

The airline will operate its largest ever flying programme from Scotland this summer flying 6.3m seats, around a million more than summer 2019. Inaugural flights to Catania in Italy and Antalya in Turkey took off from Edinburgh.

Air Serbia commences direct flights to Krakow and Varna

The inaugural flights received an official welcome at John Paul II Airport, located 11 kilometres west from the centre of Kraków, and at Varna Airport, located only seven kilometres from the centre of that city.