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Cybul takes up human resources leadership role with Cendyn
Jenny Cybul is a results-driven, strategic leader who has proven success building and nurturing relationships at all organisational levels. She will start immediately.
airBaltic joins non-fungible token craze
The airline will issue limited collector NFTs showcasing an individual Airbus A220-300 with its registration as well as a piece of art of one of the most beloved Latvian cities to promote tourism.
Sabre unveils new airline storefront
Sabre has announced the introduction of its new airline storefront, designed to make it easier to comparison-shop increasingly complex offers in the indirect channel.
Virgin Atlantic to begin health pass trials
Virgin Atlantic has taken a major step forward towards the introduction of digital health passes by partnering with IATA Travel Pass and TrustAssure to launch two separate, complementary trials.
First IATA Travel Pass passengers land in London
The International Air Transport Association has announced the arrival at London’s Heathrow Airport of the first traveller using the new Travel Pass app to manage their travel health credentials.
British Airways to trial Covid-19 pass on India routes
British Airways’ customers eligible to travel to India are now able to upload their negative Covid-19 test results and other travel declaration forms directly into their booking on the airline’s website.
Kayak to move into property management in Miami
The company, which was an early pioneer of flight metasearch in 2004 but has since become something of a second-tier player, will open the doors to the property next month.
ITB Berlin: Amadeus offers digital solution for Covid-19 health concerns
Monika Wiederhold from Amadeus has advocated integrating health information into IT solutions at ITB Berlin Now, arguing the move will allow for the reopening of the tourism sector.
Singapore Airlines to trial IATA Travel Pass next week
Singapore Airlines will become the first airline in the world to pilot the Travel Pass mobile application from the International Air Transport Association next week.
Amadeus launches new digital health verification system
Amadeus has added new capabilities to Traveller ID, a secure platform for its travel provider customers, that connects, digitises and automates traveller identification.
Tripadvisor launches subscription model to boost direct bookings
Tripadvisor Plus hotels receive special badging and increased visibility on the platform, helping them to stand out from the competition and increase bookings at a lower cost than traditional channels.
Allen takes senior leadership role with dnata
Emirates has appointed Steve Allen to the role of executive vice president of dnata. He will be responsible for all businesses covering ground handling, catering and travel across six continents.