Technology

Japan Airlines Co, Ltd (JAL) announced its investment in California-based decarbonisation developer Heirloom Carbon Technologies, Inc.

Beginning Wednesday, 1st January 2025, global travellers may apply for a Thai electronic visa (e-Visa) through the official website. 

Chulalongkorn University’s Halal Science Centre of Thailand recently launched a new travel app called Halal Route. 

The year 2024 saw Digi Yatra, a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) based ecosystem utilising face biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processing at airports, changing the travel game.

Amadeus and Accenture have collaborated on a new research report titled “The Power of Digital: IT solutions and their role in aviation’s path to net zero”.

Japan’s JCB International Co Ltd announced that JCB Cards may now be accepted for paying the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) application fee for JCB Cardmembers travelling to the United Kingdom (UK). 

Singapore-headquartered zero commission ride platform TADA announced the beta launch of its ride services in Hong Kong today, 12th December. 

Air transport tech firm SITA recently announced a strategic collaboration with Romania’s Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport through a Letter of Intent (LOI). 

Key industry trends, particularly innovation, connectivity, and customisation take centre stage at the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) slated for 28th April to 1st May 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Amadeus’ forward-looking business intelligence data released a new report today, 11th December, revealing the destinations that are currently recording the top hotel occupancy rates.

Booking solutions developer Travelport and Eurasia Travel Network (ETN) announced the expansion of their long-term agreement today, 10th December.

Oceania Cruises recently announced that the installation of the world’s first and largest satellite constellation, Starlink, has been completed on all ships.

Short-term rental property management software developer Avantio announced the appointment of Shaun McCorry as its strategic sales leader in North America.

Sabre Corporation announced an expansion of its longstanding relationship with Thai Airways. 

Vietnamese traveltech platform Tubudd recently launched Health Buddy, Vietnam’s first-ever medical service app which connects visiting foreigners with local healthcare facilities.

All Nippon Airways (ANA) and two other Japanese companies jointly developed a fire-resistant bag that can be used to safely store personal electronic devices during flights.

Innovative online travel platform KKday announced that it has raised about $70 million in funding, marking a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy. 

Sabre Corporation recently extended its long-term distribution agreement with Qantas, Australia’s largest airline. 

Travel themed user generated content (UGC) gained up to nine times more click throughs than professional videos when used in trial marketing campaigns, short-form video travel marketplace NaviSavi has confirmed.

Ben Wedlock, Senior Vice President, Global Sales, Asia Pacific, BCD Travel talks to TDM about the transformative power of Artificial intelligence in business travel. Wedlock highlights how AI greatly contributes to an organisation’s cost optimisation through predictive analytics, streamlines expense reporting, enhances traveller safety through risk management tools, and offers round-the-clock customer support.