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Heathrow Whisky Festival Takes Off, Celebrating Spirit of Travel

Posted on 15, April 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Heathrow Airport launches its annual Whisky Festival, running from April 15 to May 14, offering travellers a month-long celebration of whisky culture. The festival boasts expert-led masterclasses, exclusive product launches, and whisky-infused menu items across the airport’s terminals. … Read the full press release →

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ÖBB Unveils Next-Generation Railjet: A Leap Forward in Rail Travel Comfort

Posted on 22, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) has launched its first Railjet of the new generation, marking a significant advancement in rail travel comfort. Developed and built by Siemens Mobility, these innovative trains boast numerous features aimed at enhancing passenger experience … Read the full press release →

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Relay by Lagardère Travel Retail Marks Exceptional Year with Global Expansion and Renewed Partnerships

Posted on 7, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) In 2023, Relay, the iconic brand by Lagardère Travel Retail, showcased its commitment to enhancing travelers’ experiences worldwide with a redefined brand signature and strategic partnerships. Renewed collaborations with Group ADP and SNCF in France highlighted Relay’s agility … Read the full press release →

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Brits Plan Holidays in Advance as January Sees Surge in Travel Bookings

Posted on 19, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) According to research by Aviva, 19% of Brits are preparing to book or search for their next holiday 4-5 months in advance, with 26% planning 2-3 months ahead, indicating that January is a popular time for travel planning. … Read the full press release →

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China-Europe Travel Connections Strengthened Through Hiseas and Chengdu Tourism’s ECTAA Membership

Posted on 15, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Hiseas International Gmbh and Chengdu Tourism Studies Association have joined the European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Associations (ECTAA), pledging to enhance travel connections between China and Europe. This partnership aims to streamline operations and improve travel experiences … Read the full press release →

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Indra Achieves ISO 31030 Certification for Comprehensive Travel Risk Management

Posted on 4, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Indra has secured the ISO 31030 certification from AENOR, becoming the first Spanish company to do so. The certification acknowledges Indra’s effective management of the travel risks faced by its professionals during business trips, prioritizing their well-being, health, … Read the full press release →

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Lagardère Travel Retail to Elevate Food and Beverage Experience at Varna and Burgas Airports from 2025

Posted on 16, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère Travel Retail is set to enhance the food and beverage offerings at Varna and Burgas international airports from 2025 as it takes on the management of the Foodservice Master Concession. This transformation will introduce new concepts from … Read the full press release →

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€500 Million Investment to Boost Sustainable Rail Travel in Italy

Posted on 8, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) In a significant move towards promoting sustainable mobility, the European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed €500 million to Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane S.p.A. (FS) to enhance rail services in Italy’s Campania and Lazio regions. This partnership aims to … Read the full press release →

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Neste and Emirates Team Up for Groundbreaking Air Travel with A380 SAF Engine Trial

Posted on 22, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Emirates has conducted a pioneering Airbus A380 demonstration flight with one engine powered by Neste’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This milestone demonstrates SAF’s compatibility and potential as a sustainable alternative to traditional jet fuel. The flight, which took … Read the full press release →

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Vivendi Becomes Global Leader in Publishing and Travel Retail with Lagardère Merger

Posted on 21, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Vivendi has successfully completed a major transaction with the Lagardère group, solidifying its position as a global leader in culture, media, and entertainment. This strategic move enhances Vivendi’s presence in publishing, travel retail, and experiences, while also providing … Read the full press release →

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European Space Pioneer Chiara Manfletti Leads Research for Sustainable Space Travel at TUM

Posted on 7, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Chiara Manfletti, a prominent figure in European space exploration, has joined the Technical University of Munich (TUM) as a leading expert in aerospace engineering. Her diverse career includes key roles at the German Aerospace Center (DLR), the European … Read the full press release →

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CAF MiiRA and Euskotren Join Forces to Quiet Trains and Enhance Rail Travel Experience

Posted on 28, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) CAF MiiRA, a leading supplier of comprehensive wheelset solutions for the railway industry, is collaborating with Euskotren, a prominent transportation operator in Euskadi, to reduce train noise by testing innovative wheel soundproofing systems. The goal is to minimize … Read the full press release →

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Lagardère Travel Retail and Inflyter Revolutionize Duty-Free Shopping with Expanded Digital Partnership

Posted on 6, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère Travel Retail and Inflyter have announced an expanded partnership to revolutionize the Duty-Free shopping experience. The collaboration aims to digitalize the shopping process for travelers, allowing them to browse and purchase items before their journey begins. The … Read the full press release →

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Telekom Enables Seamless 5G Roaming for Summer Travelers Across the Globe

Posted on 22, June 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Telekom has announced that its customers can enjoy 5G roaming services while traveling abroad during the summer holiday season. With over 120 partner agreements in 60 countries, Telekom ensures seamless access to the fastest mobile communication standard worldwide. … Read the full press release →

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Rolls-Royce UltraFan technology milestone: Combining a brand new engine design with a suite of technologies to support sustainable air travel for decades to come

Posted on 19, December 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 19-Dec-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Rolls-Royce (LSE:RR., ADR:RYCEY), the pre-eminent engineering company with focus on world-class power and propulsion systems, has announced a major milestone for its UltraFan® technology demonstrator programme. The building of the demonstrator has just … Read the full press release →

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Barclays Corporate Banking research: vast majority of travel businesses have faced talent shortages over the past 12 months

Posted on 26, May 2022 by

New research by Barclays Corporate Banking reveals recruitment and staffing issues have been the biggest disruptors to the travel sector over the past 12 months alongside travel restrictions Nine in ten (92%) travel firms have faced talent shortages in the … Read the full press release →

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Inmarsat’s market-leading GX Aviation and European Aviation Network (EAN) recognized at the World Travel Tech Awards 2021

Posted on 15, December 2021 by

Prestigious accolade from World Travel Tech Awards 2021 in recognition of Inmarsat’s market-leading GX Aviation and European Aviation Network inflight broadband solutions (PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 15-Dec-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Inmarsat (LSE: ISAT), the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, … Read the full press release →

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Heathrow extends partnership with Capgemini to deliver enhanced traveller and employee experiences

Posted on 17, November 2021 by

New scope builds on existing 12-year relationship to support the recovery of air travel in the near future (PRESS RELEASE) PARIS, 17-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Capgemini (EPA: CAP), a French multinational leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation, has … Read the full press release →

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European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Association announces its position on the upcoming European Commission review of the Package Travel Directive

Posted on 10, November 2021 by

(PRESS RELEASE) BRUSSELS, 10-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — ECTAA, the European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Association has released its position on the upcoming  review of the Package Travel Directive by the European Commission. The Covid 19 pandemic, the worst crisis … Read the full press release →

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World premiere for the new Volkswagen Polo: partly automated driving with the IQ.DRIVE Travel Assist system

Posted on 22, April 2021 by

Sharper design: New Polo is equipped with LED headlights and LED tail light clusters as standard, and has been given a new look at both front and rear Digital and always on: Digital Cockpit (fitted as standard), online infotainment systems, … Read the full press release →

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Inmarsat’s Passenger Confidence Tracker: Over 80 percent of airline passengers unlikely to return to their previous travel routines post COVID-19

Posted on 10, November 2020 by

Inmarsat’s ‘Passenger Confidence Tracker’ is the largest global survey since the pandemic began, revealing attitudes of almost 10,000 airline passengers Eight in ten air passengers say their travel habits will change as a result of COVID-19, with 41 per cent … Read the full press release →

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Inmarsat’s pioneering GX Aviation and EAN connectivity solutions for the airline industry recognised at the World Travel Awards

Posted on 29, November 2019 by

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 29-Nov-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Inmarsat named the ‘World’s Leading Inflight Service Provider’ for the third year in a row at the prestigious World Travel Awards. The world leader in global, mobile satellite communications was recognised for its … Read the full press release →

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TRAVEL NEWS: Malaga tops the list of best value city break destinations in Spain

Posted on 20, September 2019 by

Where to escape the winter blues for less with the City Breaks Cost Index report by Spain-Holiday.com (PRESS RELEASE) MALAGA, Spain, 20-Sep-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Which city destination offers the best value depends to a large extent on how much … Read the full press release →

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Central European Online Travel Agency Group Szallas.hu PLC. further strengthens its international presence

Posted on 5, August 2019 by

Hungary-based OTA Szallas.hu PLC. has completed the acquisition of intercountry booking site ‘Utazok.hu’ and Maiutazás Group, closing its high-value transactions in the region. After buying ‘Spanie.pl’, merging with HOTEL.CZ a.s. and taking partial ownership of ‘Travelminit’ in the past two … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Croatia, Czech Republic, Financial, Hungary, International Trade, Internet & Online, News, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Travel

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TRAVEL NEWS: Your holiday spending money stretches even further this summer in Spain

Posted on 11, July 2019 by
2019 Travel Trends Report: Summer Spending by Spain-Holiday.com

Travel Trends Report reveals the best value destinations in Spain for your summer holiday (PRESS RELEASE) MALAGA, 11-Jul-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Cheap flights and accommodation don’t necessarily mean a cheap holiday; varying prices of everyday local expenses are playing a … Read the full press release →

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Bus passengers in Finland will have a chance to reduce the carbon footprint of their bus trips with new Green Travel service

Posted on 15, May 2019 by

(PRESS RELEASE) ESPOO, 15-May-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Bus operator Savonlinja is partnering with Neste to introduce lower-emission traveling solution to its customers. Starting from mid-May 2019, the bus service will include a Green Travel surcharge on the normal bus ticket … Read the full press release →

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Gemalto to bring additional convenience and security to the traveler’s experience via biometric boarding in Terminal 4 at Los Angeles International Airport

Posted on 7, December 2018 by

AMSTERDAM, 07-Dec-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO) announces a joint pilot with a leading airline to bring additional convenience and security to the traveler’s experience via biometric boarding in Terminal 4 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The test … Read the full press release →

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Kapsch TrafficCom modernises Traveller Information System and mobile app in the Dallas-Fort Worth

Posted on 27, September 2018 by

New system allows agencies to optimize operations while providing travellers with personalized, real-time traffic and transit information. Vienna, Austria/McLean, VA, USA, 27-Sep-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Kapsch TrafficCom announces the successful upgrade of the existing Traveller Information System and mobile app to … Read the full press release →

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Allianz Partners to establish three new innovation centers focusing on travel, health and assistance

Posted on 3, September 2018 by

PARIS, 03-Sep-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Leveraging its knowledge and expertise in assistance, automotive, health and travel protection, Allianz Partners further embraces technological disruption and redefines insurance by establishing three new innovation centers focusing on travel, health and assistance, following the success … Read the full press release →

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Sixt earned World Travel Awards in 14 categories for excellent mobility solutions around the globe

Posted on 5, July 2018 by

First place for Sixt Car Rental, Sixt Luxury Cars and Sixt Limousine Service in numerous countries worldwide PULLACH/ATHENS, 05-Jul-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Excellent mobility solutions around the globe: Sixt, one of the leading international mobility service providers, has received World Travel … Read the full press release →

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Private equity firm Equistone Partners Europe realised its investment in travel company Travel Counsellors through a secondary buyout to Vitruvian Partners

Posted on 7, June 2018 by

LONDON, 07-Jun-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Travel Counsellors, the global independent travel company, today announces that mid-market private equity house Equistone Partners Europe has realised its investment through a secondary buyout to Vitruvian Partners. Travel Counsellors was founded in 1994 by … Read the full press release →

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MAN to deliver eight new NEOPLAN Tourliners and six new NEOPLAN Skyliners to Schröder Reisen to be used for intercity travel with Flixbus

Posted on 1, May 2018 by

Schröder Reisen have taken on a total of 14 NEOPLAN premium coaches This includes the 75th coach from MAN since 2013, and the 33rd NEOPLAN coach MAN scores highly in terms of service, economic viability and reliability MUNICH, 01-May-2018 — … Read the full press release →

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Michelin’s next MotoGP journey will be to head south over the Equator and travel to Termas de Rio Hondo in Argentina

Posted on 20, March 2018 by

Clermont-Ferrand, France, 20-Mar-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Michelin saw the 2018 MotoGP™ World Championship kick off in very similar style to last season’s epic encounters as Andrea Dovizioso (Ducati Team) and Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) battled to a last-lap decider in … Read the full press release →

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Starhome Mach: roaming data usage across the EU increased by over 450% YoY in the peak travel weeks

Posted on 14, September 2017 by

EU operators now need to adjust wholesale and retail models, and closely manage network capacity ZURICH, 14-Sep-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — In the 10 weeks since the regulation went into effect, roaming data usage across the EU Roam-like-at-Home region increased by over … Read the full press release →

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Rolls-Royce Exhibition: The John Lennon Phantom V will travel from Canada to London to join The Great Eight Phantoms

Posted on 14, July 2017 by

DERBY, 14-Jul-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — #GreatPhantoms Today (13.07.2017), Rolls-Royce has announced that it will celebrate the 50th anniversary year of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band in its own way by bringing the colourful Rolls-Royce Phantom V, famous for being … Read the full press release →

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Covestro: Glasgow School of Art student wins annual Design Innovation in Plastics Award for its children travel product

Posted on 5, July 2017 by

LEVERKUSEN, 05-Jul-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — A university student’s product to keep bored children engaged and happy on travel journeys has scooped top prize in the annual Design Innovation in Plastics competition, headline sponsored by Covestro. The competition, which is organised … Read the full press release →

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46 year old NEOPLAN Skyliner superbly converted to exclusive travel vehicle

Posted on 23, June 2017 by

A 46 year old NEOPLAN Skyliner is the basis for an exclusive travel vehicle // Roadyacht with a roof terrace for up to 25 people MUNICH, 23-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The Roadyacht, a superbly converted NEOPLAN Skyliner from the 70s, is … Read the full press release →

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Transport for London (TfL) launches TravelBot powered by artificial intelligence (AI)

Posted on 16, June 2017 by

LONDON, 16-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Transport for London (TfL) has launched the next generation in customer service technology with its first ever ‘TravelBot’. The new social media tool, which is powered by artificial intelligence, can “chat” with customers using Messenger and … Read the full press release →

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University of East Anglia (UEA) students will be travelling 9,000 miles across 13 countries to Mongolia for charity

Posted on 9, June 2017 by

NORWICH, 09-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Five University of East Anglia (UEA) students are combining raising money for charity with taking the trip of a lifetime when they graduate this summer. On 11 June, as soon as they finish their exams, they’ll … Read the full press release →

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Alstom’s AGV turns 5: 60 million kilometres travelled and over 40 million passengers transported

Posted on 8, May 2017 by

Saint-Ouen, France, 08-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Alstom commissioned the AGV high-speed train for NTV five years ago on the Naples-Milan route. Today, the 25 AGV composing NTV fleet have run 60 million kilometres and transported over 40 million passengers, providing full … Read the full press release →

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