Ant Group officially welcomes seven new leading e-wallets and payment apps from Asia to the “Alipay+-in-China” Program (A+China Program). Users of mPay (Macao SAR, China), Hipay (Mongolia), Changi Pay (Singapore), OCBC (Singapore), Naver Pay (South Korea), Toss Pay (South Korea) and TrueMoney (Thailand) will be able to use their familiar home e-wallet on their own…
Hamad International Airport ranked second across Asia-Pacific and Middle East Region
According to the latest Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific and Middle East (ACI APAC & MID) Airport Connectivity Index 2023, Hamad International Airport has been ranked second in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East Region for total connectivity. This exceptional accomplishment underscores Hamad International Airport’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional connectivity for travelers worldwide. As one of the…
PATA welcomes Noor Ahmad Hamid as the new CEO
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Noor Ahmad Hamid as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2023. Noor’s appointment for a three-year term will usher in a new era for PATA as one of the world’s most influential industry associations dedicated to promoting responsible travel and…
IATA announces first Safety Leadership Charter signatories
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IATA Safety Leadership Charter at the IATA World Safety and Operations Conference taking place in Hanoi, Vietnam. Safety leaders from more than 20 airlines are the first signatories: Air Canada Emirates…
If you are flying with Philippine Airlines, don’t miss out on this deal
Archipelago International has announced its latest promotion, the Mabuhay Miles Exclusive Deals, offering unparalleled discounts and privileges for travellers. From September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024, jetsetters can revel in exceptional savings and deluxe accommodations. The Mabuhay Miles Exclusive Deals is designed to treat Philippine Airlines passengers and Mabuhay Miles members, ensuring an unforgettable…
Emirates scores with Beirut Basketball Club in a multi-year sponsorship
Emirates has partnered with the Beirut Basketball Club as its Official Airline and jersey sponsor for the next three seasons. The deal underscores the airline’s long-standing commitment to supporting basketball in Lebanon, where the sport is hugely popular, and across the region, connecting with fanbases that cut across geographies and sharing their love for the game.…
Allianz Partners launches “Allianz Advantage” website for agency partners
Travel insurance and travel assistance provider Allianz Partners USA has launched its AllianzAdvantage.com website for travel advisors, creating a new one-stop portal to everything advisors need to successfully offer Allianz Travel Insurance products. New tools add to advisors ability to drive customer satisfaction, cement their role in the travel planning process and gain repeat business…
Virgin Australia expands long-term partnership with Sabre
Sabre Corporation has strengthened and expanded its relationship with Virgin Australia to allow the carrier to deliver improved retailing capability while supporting its growth objectives. Through Sabre’s scalable, intelligent solutions, Virgin Australia will be able to create fares and offers alongside a future-focused distribution strategy to get those offers in front of the right buyers and travelers. “We’ve had a strong…
Qatar Airways Additional Flights Would Reduce Fares Senate Inquiry Hears
Evidence presented to a parliamentary enquiry indicates that reduced airfares and a $1 billion increase in tourism would have resulted from allowing Qatar Airways to operate additional flights into Australia. Airline Intelligence and Research CEO Tony Webber claimed that providing more services to Qatar Airways would have had “positive effects.” On Tuesday, he told a…
Emirates and SriLankan establish reciprocal interline partnership
Emirates and SriLankan Airlines have signed a reciprocal interline agreement to boost connectivity for passengers of both airlines. The partnership will enable access to new points on each other’s networks via Colombo and Dubai, utilising a single ticket and enjoying the convenience of baggage transfers. Tickets are now on sale for travel effective immediately as…