Travel Tech News
London City Airport teams up with Leidos to replace conventional security X-ray machines
The best airport experience in London is about to get even better from April 2023. London City Airport is investing in replacing its existing conventional security X-ray machines with new, state of the art, CT scanners, provided by Leidos.
Partnership between Millennium Hotels and Resorts and Singapore Tourism Board
Singapore Tourism Board and homegrown hospitality group Millennium Hotels and Resorts have jointly launched Merlion on Vacation, a virtual adventure that enables players to explore Singapore in the metaverse, win prizes and enjoy a Merlion 50th Birthday themed room package at M Social Singapore.
BNESIM has been awarded the title of “World’s Best Travel SIM Provider”
BNESIM, the global telecom innovator creating anytime, anywhere eSIM solutions for global travelers, has been elected the best SIM provider in the world for travelers.
Kempinski Hotels launches new website
Another important milestone in Kempinski Hotels’ 125th anniversary year has been achieved. The international luxury hotel group has launched its new website, which features a contemporary layout and emphasises on visuals while being built on a secure, cloud-based platform with a responsive and scalable architecture.
Technology could help travel attract customers despite looming recession
Addressing consumer demand for technology and sustainability could keep travel business better able to survive the economic downturn, a session heard at World Travel Market (WTM) London.
magniX Powers First Point-To-Point Flight of an All-Electric Helicopter
magniX, a manufacturer of electric propulsion solutions for aviation, is pleased to have powered the first fully-electric helicopter flight between airfields, in partnership with Tier 1 Engineering.
dnata Travel Group recognised with seven accolades at World Travel Awards Middle East 2022
dnata Travel Group brands have won seven accolades at the Middle East edition of the World Travel Awards for 2022.
Have Tech, Will Travel
In spite of rising inflation and falling 401Ks, consumers are pushing ahead with travel plans — at least for this summer. To make vacations work — and to work during vacations — many will also be looking for tech that will make that economy flight a little more comfortable and that Airbnb a little more like home.
Smarke seeks crowdfunded cash for expansion
In an era of the burgeoning holiday rental and a growing Airbnb market, two tech entrepreneurs from Lebanon are crowdfunding to unveil their new digital doorkey start-up, Smarke, to a global audience. Smarke is a hardware and software concept that allows users to close and open their door locks using an app on their smartphones instead of physical keys.
AirHelp launches AI flight compensation bot, Herman
AirHelp has unveiled a breakthrough in legal technology with the launch of Herman, the world’s first artificial intelligence powered lawyer in the travel industry.
Helsinki Airport welcomes Alipay as Chinese visitor numbers increase
Chinese passengers are the most rapidly growing customer group at Helsinki Airport. Being able to use a familiar payment method will further improve their service experience at the airport. Helsinki Airport is among the first airports in Europe to enable AliPay.
ATM 2017: Travel technology driving innovation
Innovations in travel technology will continue to transform the tourism industry, with cloud passports, personalised travel, virtual reality and apps predicted to re-shape consumer habits and marketing strategies over the short to mid-term, according to a report by Colliers International. In its Tourism & Technology Trends report, produced ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2017, Colliers International named five trends driving the travel industry.