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The Expansion of Quito Airport: A Project That Marks a New Chapter for the City and the Country

The Expansion of Quito Airport: A Project That Marks a New Chapter for the City and the Country

4 December 2025 Press Release Organisations & Operators

At Corporación Quiport, we are proud to present to Quito and to Ecuador the most significant expansion project in the recent history of our airport infrastructure: the 2025 expansion of Mariscal Sucre International Airport. This project—driven by vision, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence—opens a new chapter for the country’s air connectivity. The project began in 2019 and, like many initiatives around the world, was paused during the pandemic. We resumed its construction in 2024, firmly convinced that recovery must go hand in hand with growth. Today, with an investment of USD 74.2 million, we are expanding the airport’s capacity from 5 to more than 7 million passengers per year and strengthening all key processes to deliver a superior experience for our users.

A BETTER WAY TO FLY

A BETTER WAY TO FLY

4 December 2025 Press Release Airline News

TAP Air Portugal introduces a new cabin that offers more space, more privacy, comfort, and a superior travel experience. Starting summer 2026, TAP Air Portugal will launch a new cabin, designed to give the consumer more choice between Economy and Business class. Available on long-haul flights aboard the A330 and A321LR fleets, this innovative product responds to evolving travel trends and the growing demand for enhanced comfort, privacy and differentiated services.

Soundstorm 2025: 5 Reasons Why This Riyadh Festival Is the Only Place to Be This Winter

Soundstorm 2025: 5 Reasons Why This Riyadh Festival Is the Only Place to Be This Winter

Soundstorm is back and ready to electrify Riyadh this December, and trust us, you do not want to miss this unforgettable party under the stars. The three-day event, set against the backdrop of Banban, in the outskirts of Riyadh, brings together hundreds of thousands of attendees, global superstars, and emerging regional talent in the largest music festival in the region. Since 2019, Soundstorm has signaled a new rhythm for Saudi. It’s a celebration of sound, artistic expression, and creative energy that embodies an evolving musical identity and Saudi’s incredible trajectory as a major player in the entertainment and music space. From ground-breaking performances to Saudi’s evolving cultural landscape, here’s why Soundstorm 2025 is THE destination this winter:

Design Hotels Boosts Growth in Asia Pacific with Fourteen Landmark Signings

Design Hotels Boosts Growth in Asia Pacific with Fourteen Landmark Signings

4 December 2025 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Design Hotels, a global community for independent, design-driven hotels, has announced the addition of more than 14 properties across Asia Pacific, with the region accounting for a record 28% of the brand’s overall portfolio global growth in 2025, a first for the brand. The strategic expansion underlines the brand’s commitment to strengthening its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing hospitality markets, while supporting pioneering hoteliers who redefine travel through design, culture, and authentic local connections.

Why Visibility Over Vehicle Fleets Matters for Logistics and Travel Providers

Why Visibility Over Vehicle Fleets Matters for Logistics and Travel Providers

4 December 2025 Press Release Organisations & Operators Car Rental News

Keeping a fleet on schedule isn’t always easy. Delays occur, costs fluctuate, and drivers require clear direction to prevent downtime. For firms managing logistics or operating in the travel sector, better visibility over vehicle activity isn’t something to overlook. It enables teams to manage resources in real-time and make faster decisions, helping everything run more smoothly.

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Introduces St. Regis Estates

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Introduces St. Regis Estates

4 December 2025 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today unveils St. Regis Estates, an ultra-exclusive brand expression reserved for legacy-rich, leisure-led estates – rarified hotels defined by significant history, expansive grounds, and extraordinary amenities. Born from a rising desire for privacy, authenticity, and a deeper emotional connection to place, St. Regis Estates brings the House of Astor’s tradition of grand estate living into the modern era. Just as generations of Astors cultivated extraordinary homes both within the city and across the countryside, their retreat estates offered another expression of their lifestyle – places where natural beauty, refined simplicity, and cultural connection created space for meaningful celebration. St. Regis Estates continues that legacy for today’s luxury traveler, introducing destinations shaped by character, setting, and heritage rather than spectacle or trend.

Lufthansa joins the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

Lufthansa joins the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

4 December 2025 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

Lufthansa joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program on December 1. The global program to support people with invisible disabilities enables affected individuals to discreetly indicate their needs in public spaces. The symbol is a yellow sunflower on a green background, usually in the form of a lanyard with a pendant. The “Sunflower” is used in many public, high-traffic locations such as airports, train stations, supermarkets, theaters, and universities. The Lufthansa Group’s goal is to have all its airlines join the program by the end of 2026. Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, SWISS, and now Lufthansa are already on board.

Etihad Airways Set for a Record Winter Travel Period as Demand Peaks Across Global Network

Etihad Airways Set for a Record Winter Travel Period as Demand Peaks Across Global Network

4 December 2025 Press Release Airline News Tourism News Organisations & Operators

Etihad Airways is preparing for one of its busiest winter travel seasons to date, with December expected to welcome more than 2 million guests through Abu Dhabi as travellers celebrate the festive season. While UAE residents take advantage of extended school holidays to travel, the capital’s expanding cultural and leisure offerings are attracting visitors from around the world. The strong demand reflects Abu Dhabi’s rising appeal as a global destination and Etihad’s accelerated network growth throughout 2025. With newly launched routes, additional frequencies across high-demand markets, and enhanced connectivity through Zayed International Airport, guests flying to or transiting through Abu Dhabi this December will benefit from a smooth, efficient, and well-coordinated airport experience. Etihad continues to enhance the end-to-end journey in collaboration with its airport partners, ensuring guests enjoy reliable and seamless travel throughout the peak season.

Jetstar celebrates 20 years in Christchurch

Jetstar celebrates 20 years in Christchurch

4 December 2025 Press Release Airline News

Jetstar’s first-ever direct flight between Hamilton and Christchurch took off Monday, as the airline celebrated 20 years of operations in Christchurch. The new daily service, operated by Jetstar’s A320 aircraft, will provide more than 135,000 new low-cost seats annually on the route

Lufthansa Group further expands group-wide fuel efficiency program

Lufthansa Group further expands group-wide fuel efficiency program

The Lufthansa Group is further expanding its group-wide fuel efficiency program, “OPS Sustainability.” The aim is to make the operational processes of all Lufthansa Group airlines more sustainable by increasing efficiency. Since 2022, more than 90 individual measures have helped to save a total of around 54,000 metric tonnes of kerosene, thereby permanently avoiding around 170,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions. This corresponds to the fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions of 640 round-trip flights on the Munich–New York route with an Airbus A350-900 aircraft. Now, further measures are being added: The company has set itself the goal of avoiding around 50,000 additional tonnes of CO₂ annually across the group by the end of 2028, among other things by using new digital tools and data-based decision models. This corresponds to an additional annual fuel saving of over 15,200 metric tonnes.