Sabre Corporation, a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announced a new distribution agreement with Hong Kong’s newest airline Greater Bay Airlines. With the integration of Sabre’s Global Distribution System (GDS), Greater Bay Airlines will have access to Sabre’s comprehensive network of travel agents, online travel agencies, and corporations, allowing the…
Eurostar rolls out ‘SmartCheck’ facial biometric check-in system
Eurostar Group, the high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with mainland Europe, has announced the roll-out at London St Pancras Station of SmartCheck, a contactless fast-track facial biometric check-in system supplied by iProov, a global provider of biometric solutions. With SmartCheck, passengers can go through only one passport check instead of two. SmartCheck enables Eurostar’s Business Premier…
Experts warn of challenges travel industry might face with new EU-border entry system scheduled for 2024
Many travellers will not be prepared for new red tape of 2024 ‘ETIAS’ scheme coming into force next year. From January 2024 travellers from more than 60 nations who currently able to travel through the EU’s Schengen travel area without a visa will now need to apply for an EU Travel Information & Authorisation System…
Digital Apron and Tower Management System at HKIA wins Top Global Award
HKIA is world’s first to deploy airport-wide digital system Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has won a top international award for its pioneering airport-wide Digital Apron and Tower Management System (DATMS). HKIA is the first in the world to deploy such a large scale digital system for airport operations. DATMS, jointly developed by Airport Authority…
Qatar Aviation Services receives Leading Environmental Management System Certificate
Qatar Aviation Services (QAS), the ground handling services subsidiary of Qatar Airways Group, is now the first ground handler in the world to receive the International Air Transport Association (IATA) environmental management system certification – the IATA Environmental Assessment programme (IEnvA) – which has been developed specifically for ground and cargo service providers. Qatar Airways…
Thousands Of Flights Across The U.S. Grounded Due To FAA System Failure
Travelers across the U.S. have been majorly affected this Wednesday as thousands of flights have been delayed due to a failure of the Notice to Air Missions System (NOTAMS). The system is meant to give pilots last-minute flight and safety information before flying. According to FlightAware data, over 1,200 flights have been delayed as of…
Europe Admits Waiting Times At Airports Will Increase Massively Once Fingerprinting System Is In Place
Even though we’re still some months away from the highly anticipated border reforms of Europe, authorities are already predicting a ‘massive increase’ in wait times at entry points from 2023. Next year, newcomers who do not need a visa will need to apply for a new travel permit, as well as be fingerprinted when crossing…
What is ETIAS: European Travel Authorization System visa waiver program?
You will need a visa waiver to enter the EU in 2023 if you travel from one of the 59 “ETIAS Eligible” countries. Q: I was planning to visit Germany next autumn and surely will try to visit Berlin too. It has historical values, and Brandenburg gate is one of the places I want to…
Changes To Disney World Reservation System That Travelers Need To Know
During the past few days, the Walt Disney Company has been making updates and announcements that can completely change visitors’ experiences this year. The biggest change has been the Disney Park Pass reservation system. The company has recently optimized the platform to ease the booking process across all ticket options and has announced new rules. …
Traffic light system scrapped and PCR tests to be phased out
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has revealed his new system for international travel to apply to double jabbed travellers returning to England. The traffic light system The cumbersome traffic light system will disappear altogether. From 4 October, the amber list will be ditched and countries will be classed as Red â those countries that are unsafe…
