The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA) have agreed to strengthen sustainability cooperation between the aviation and hospitality sectors, initially focusing on airline procurement of hotel services.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has opened bookings for two inaugural Mediterranean sailings aboard Norwegian Aura, its newest and largest ship, following an anticipated early delivery that will allow the vessel to welcome its first guests from May 2, 2027.
Travel Counsellors UAE recorded its highest-ever monthly sales in September 2026, generating AED13.2 million ($3.6 million), a 28% increase compared with the same month last year.
WTM London, part of RX Global, has announced a landmark partnership with the Spanish Tourist Office, making it the event’s first-ever accessibility partner.
Corporate purchases of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) environmental attribute certificates could support between 1 million and 1.9 million tonnes of SAF annually by 2030, up from an estimated 323,000 tonnes in 2024, according to a new study by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Airbus and Accenture.
Qatar Airways Group has signed its first Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) transaction, covering three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, marking its entry into Japan’s aircraft financing market.
Emerging Travel Group (ETG), a UAE-based online travel group, and digital travel platform Agoda have entered into a strategic partnership to expand accommodation supply and distribution across their respective platforms.
The business events industry must embrace ‘regeneration’ to unlock the potential of a projected $6.2 trillion Brain Economy, according to a preview of the IBTM World Trends Report 2027, which highlights the growing value of human cognition, creativity and meaningful connections in an increasingly automated world.
Visit Qatar, in partnership with the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO), has announced the return of the Qatar T100 Kick Off Run on December 10, inviting residents and visitors of all ages and fitness levels to participate in community runs ahead of the 2026 Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final.
The 25th edition of Dubai Airport Show concluded at Dubai World Trade Centre on October 14, bringing together more than 150 exhibitors from over 30 countries and attracting more than 3,000 visitors to explore technologies shaping the future of airport development, digital transformation, aviation security and sustainability.
