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CIMC Modular Building Systems Pioneers Sustainable Modular Hotel Construction in Saudi
CIMC Modular Building Systems (MBS), a global leader in modular construction, has signed a landmark agreement to deliver the Earth Riyadh Hotel in Saudi Arabia. As the company's first hospitality project in the region, this milestone reinforces CIMC MBS's commitment to advancing sustainable building practices and offering innovative solutions to the global hospitality sector.
British Airways improves on-time performance as world-leading technology boosts flight punctuality
Cutting-edge technology introduced as part of British Airways’ £7bn transformation investment programme has seen the airline boost its operational performance to record levels. The airline’s Chairman and CEO, Sean Doyle, told the Future Travel Experience World Innovation Summit in Pittsburgh that AI, forecasting, optimisation and machine learning have transformed the airline’s operational performance and become an integral part of getting customers to where they need to be with minimal delay to their travel plans.
Bartlett Welcomes Victoria Mutual as Newest TWPS Investment Manager
The Tourism Workers Pension Scheme (TWPS), a landmark initiative of the Ministry of Tourism, last Friday (May 16) marked another critical milestone with the official signing of a contract with Victoria Mutual Pensions Management, which has become one of its newest investment fund managers. The signing ceremony was held at the Ministry of Tourism and represents a strategic move to strengthen the Scheme’s long-term sustainability through prudent risk management and portfolio diversification.
Ethiopian Airlines Signs Agreements with GE Aerospace to Power New Widebody Aircraft
Ethiopian Airlines Group and GE Aerospace have signed an agreement confirming Ethiopian’s choice of the GEnx Engine to power 11 new Boeing 787s. This deal increases Ethiopian Airlines’ GEnx-powered fleet from 19 to 30 aircraft, further solidifying the airline’s position as a leader in modern aviation technology. Ethiopian also signed an agreement with GE Aerospace reaffirming its previous order for GE9X engines to power eight 777-9 aircraft. The agreement includes options for six additional aircraft powered by GE9X engines.
Austria Hotel Collection: The Best Hotels for Outdoor, Foodie, Wellness & City Breaks
Outdoor fan looking for a home away from home amidst the mountains or city tripper eager to stay in the heart of the action - let us introduce you to this year's Austria Hotel Collection, featuring premier hotels for all types of traveller. It's almost the second May bank holiday. And while many Brits will be going away, others will use the extra day off to plan their summer getaway. Destinations matter, no doubt, but it's equally important to find a hotel where guests feel straight at home, where they can stretch their legs after a day of sightseeing or sporty activities, or, if it's a more relaxed getaway, recharge their batteries at the hotel pool.
The Emirates A350 makes a debut in Amman
The Emirates A350 has touched down at Queen Alia International Airport, marking the start of its regular service on the second daily flight between Dubai and Amman. Originally scheduled to operate on 1 June, the deployment of the brand-new aircraft has been advanced by 2 weeks. EK 905 departed Dubai at 2210 hrs on 19 May and landed in Amman at 0015 hrs early morning on 20th May. EK 906, took off from Amman at 0205 hrs and reached Dubai at 0605 hrs this morning. *
Accor expands Amadeus Delphi deployment
Amadeus, in collaboration with Accor, announces an expansion of the use of Delphi, a trusted name in the hospitality industry for managing hotel sales, meetings and events
L’Occitane en Provence joins forces with Forbes Travel Guide
L’Occitane en Provence has been officially recognised as a trusted supplier by Astria™, the preferred platform of Forbes Travel Guide.
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Choose Chicago Celebrates 2024 Visitation and Record-Breaking Economic Impact at 2025 Annual Meeting
Choose Chicago estimates 55.3 million visitors in 2024, generating $20.6 billion in economic impact.
Emirates and Dilmah celebrate 33 years together and 33 million cups of tea served
Celebrating International Tea Day on 21 May, Emirates and Dilmah Tea will be presenting a complimentary pack of luxury leaf artisan teas to customers on all flights, commemorating a successful 33-year partnership, and more than 33 million cups of tea served every year.
Qatar Airways Group Announces Strongest Financial Results in its History
Profits for Qatar Airways Group, which includes cargo, catering and Qatar Duty Free, reached QAR7.85bn (US$2.15bn) in the 24/25 fiscal year – an increase of more than QAR1.7bn (US$0.5bn) on the year before.
Ankara Joins UNESCO's Tentative World Heritage List for Modern Architectural Heritage
The capital of the Republic of Türkiye, Ankara, has been officially added to UNESCO's Tentative List of World Heritage Sites, recognising the city's unique modern architectural heritage and planned urban development.