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Gilmore Construction, Daifuku, and Industrial Constructors/Managers (ICM) have secured a contract to install a new Daifuku baggage handling system in Concourse A of Denver International Airport. Gilmore will act as the general contractor, Daifuku as the OEM and integrator, and ICM will handle mechanical installation of thousands of feet of conveyor and eight makeup units. The phased build, beginning with structural steel, targets completion in the second quarter of 2027 and aims to automate bag movement, cut errors, and boost handling efficiency. The upgrade aligns with DEN’s goal of serving 100 million passengers by 2030.
The Lee County Port Authority announced Jesse Flint as its new Deputy Executive Director and Chief Commercial Officer. Flint will oversee revenue‑generating activities at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field, including concessions, IT, property, and risk management. He...
San Luis Obispo County Airport has introduced GoodMaps, a smartphone‑based indoor navigation platform that provides turn‑by‑turn guidance throughout the terminal without additional hardware. The solution offers audio directions for blind travelers, visual cues for the deaf, step‑free routing for wheelchair...
Tampa International Airport (TPA) has been named one of nine U.S. finalists for the 2026 ISSA Spotless Spaces of the Year Awards. The airport’s long‑standing partnership with Flagship Facility Services underpins a comprehensive cleaning program that covers terminals, airside areas,...
Overhead‑bin space has become the newest status symbol in air travel, turning boarding into a high‑stakes competition. A recent JetBlue incident at Fort Lauderdale escalated when a passenger claimed a bomb in his bag after being denied bin space, prompting...
Stockholm Arlanda has become Europe’s first airport to deploy the Established on RNP (EoR) arrival concept, a GPS‑based procedure that enables curved approach paths. Developed by Swedavia with air navigation provider LFV, EoR allows tighter aircraft separation and higher runway...
The UK hotel sector rebounded strongly in the second half of 2025 after a difficult first half marked by rising costs and softer ADRs. RevPAR across London and regional markets finished roughly level with 2024, while occupancy in regional hotels...
Airsiders, a Berlin‑based travel tech firm, says digital innovation is reshaping the airport passenger journey across five pillars: automated check‑in and baggage drop, advanced security screening, interactive wayfinding, real‑time information and streamlined boarding. Self‑service kiosks and mobile apps are slashing...
United MileagePlus and Instacart have expanded their partnership, offering members up to 10,500 bonus miles through three linked activities: a first order, four additional orders, and an annual Instacart+ subscription. A complimentary 7‑day Instacart+ trial with $0 delivery fees is...
Pizza franchises are accelerating automation across ordering, kitchen, and delivery, with brands like Little Caesars deploying sidewalk delivery robots in Los Angeles and Donatos rolling out a fully automated airport store. AI-driven platforms from Google Cloud and Domino’s partnership with...
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has launched a new Uniworld University course that gives travel advisors early access to the brand’s 2026‑2027 expansion roadmap. The program coincides with Uniworld’s 50th anniversary and offers exclusive advisor rates, CLIA credits, and a Preferred...
Restaurant technology platform Olo has selected Linked Eats as its preferred partner to boost profitability in third‑party delivery (3PD). Linked Eats, which powers over 40,000 storefronts, will provide Olo’s restaurant clients with real‑time data, AI‑driven pricing, revenue recapture and unified...
IDe aS unveiled a major upgrade to its hospitality marketing platform, Spotlight, adding a predictive "Potential to Influence" score that quantifies how responsive a market segment is to price and promotional changes. The solution, built on IDeaS' forecasting analytics, will...
Virgin Hotels Collection has named Paloma Martinez as Vice President of Operations for the Americas. In her expanded role she will oversee the U.S. Virgin Hotels portfolio and flagship Virgin Limited Edition properties such as Necker Island and Branson Beach...
HBD Partners, a London‑based hospitality recruitment consultancy, has secured Supporter status for the Hotel Owner Conference’s 2026 edition on November 3. The partnership aligns the firm’s executive search expertise with the summit’s focus on talent strategy and business growth for...
Shiji announced that its Move framework now spans the entire hotel ecosystem, linking Daylight PMS, Infrasys POS, and Meridian Experiences on a single mobile device. The cloud‑native platform lets staff handle check‑in, dining, spa bookings, upsells and payments in real...
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced that Amit Sripathi has been appointed chief financial officer, effective immediately, succeeding interim CFO Kurt Albert. Sripathi, who previously served as chief development officer for North America, brings deep finance, capital‑markets, and operational experience, having...
JetBlue is offering TrueBlue members up to a 30% discount on elite‑status tiles through March 18, 2026, with purchase limits ranging from a single tile to 250 tiles. The discounted tiles can fast‑track travelers to Mosaic status levels, whose perks remain valid...
Red Lobster announced the appointment of Brad Hill as chief financial officer and executive vice president of transformation, alongside Kristen Briede as chief global development officer. Hill, who briefly served as P.F. Chang’s CEO in 2025, brings extensive finance and...
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior announced a free, automatic one‑month extension for all entry visas expiring between Feb 28 and Mar 3, 2026, after the country’s airspace was shut down amid Iran‑US tensions. Qatar Airways is allowing affected passengers to reschedule flights or...
Cendyn has added Meta Hotel Ads to its Digital Marketing Platform, enabling hotels to run AI‑driven, real‑time ads on Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and Audience Network. The ads display live pricing and availability, targeting high‑intent travelers based on behavior. Integrated with...
Passenger Terminal Expo Asia (PTE Asia) will debut on 23–24 September 2026 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, backed by a Host Airport partnership with Changi Airport Group. The event introduces a high‑profile Advisory Board featuring CEOs and senior leaders from...
JetBlue Airways will launch daily seasonal flights between Boston Logan and Milan Malpensa on May 11, 2026, using Airbus A321neo aircraft and offering roughly 2,000 two‑way seats each week. The route makes JetBlue the second carrier serving Boston‑Milan, joining Delta,...
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) is confronting 2026 setbacks after expanding Caribbean capacity and launching a new homeport in Philadelphia without sufficient commercial support, leading to pricing pressure and lower profitability. Simultaneously, the Alaskan market’s growing capacity and heightened competition...
London City Airport has opened a public consultation on its Airspace Change Proposal, seeking comments on a new 4.49‑degree landing approach for select new‑generation aircraft such as the Airbus A320neo. The consultation runs from 2 March to 17 May 2026 and does not...
Saudia announced ten new nonstop ultra‑long‑haul routes for 2026, some stretching up to 17 hours, using the fuel‑efficient Airbus A321XLR. The carrier, the Middle East’s largest operator by flight count, will add services like Jeddah‑Los Angeles, Riyadh‑Santiago and Dubai‑Johannesburg, expanding beyond...
Choice Hotels Canada announced the appointment of Kris Crundwell and Michael Durante as regional vice‑presidents of Development, covering British Columbia/Yukon and the Atlantic provinces respectively. The hires come after Choice Hotels International’s full acquisition of the Canadian unit in July...
Exclusive Investments LLC launched The Exclusive Collective, a multi‑brand luxury travel platform that merges Exclusive Resorts, onefinestay and Inspirato to serve high‑net‑worth travelers. The platform emphasizes choice, community and flexible travel experiences across life stages. Canada’s demand is accelerating, highlighted...
McDonald’s unveiled the Big Arch, its biggest burger ever, and CEO Chris Kempczinski promoted it with a personal Instagram video. The post sparked criticism, with users calling the CEO’s reaction inauthentic and turning the clip into a meme. Burger King retaliated...
The latest end‑of‑2025 earnings reports reveal a stark split among U.S. retail and restaurant chains. While several large retailers posted double‑digit revenue growth, many discount and legacy operators saw earnings miss expectations. Tech‑enabled concepts outperformed traditional brick‑and‑mortar locations, and profit...
Pilot Travel Centers, owned by Berkshire Hathaway, is rolling out a comprehensive foodservice overhaul, extending its full hot‑deli menu to roughly 400 locations and keeping 350 franchised fast‑food outlets open around the clock. The company introduced two proprietary concepts—Pilot eats...
Chef Sungchul Shim, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, opened Gui Steakhouse in Times Square a year ago, marrying classic American steakhouse traditions with Korean flavors and techniques. The restaurant features dry‑aged steaks cooked over a live fire of wood...
Keith Lee, a food‑centric social media personality with over 20 million followers, has become an investor in Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, a fast‑food dumpling chain. The multi‑year partnership adds Lee to a celebrity‑rich investor group that includes Kevin O’Leary, RSE Ventures co‑founders,...
Kansai Airports announced that the domestic section of Terminal 2 at Kansai International Airport will reopen on 1 April 2026 after a major renovation. The upgrade, started in August 2025, responds to sustained passenger growth on Peach Aviation’s domestic routes. Enhancements include self‑service baggage...
Paradores Hotels & Restaurants and the Spanish Tourist Office (UK) hosted a trade event at Manchester Art Gallery on 26 February, unveiling the upcoming Parador de Ibiza. The gathering attracted over 30 UK travel agents, highlighting the network’s nearly 100...
Hyatt’s World of Hyatt elite members—Globalist and Explorist—enjoy a special 24‑hour cancellation window, half the standard 48‑hour requirement. The benefit applies only at properties whose normal policy is 48 hours or less and excludes Vacation Club, Miraval, prepaid, and group‑rate...
Lindsey Goedeker, CRO of Actabl, recounts her hospitality journey from childhood hotel stays to global conference participation, highlighting mentorship from industry leaders like Barbara Bowden. She notes that women occupied roughly 25% of C‑suite positions in 2025, yet a “broken...
Intuitive celebrates one year under Banyan Software, highlighting major upgrades to its iVector reservation platform. The system now features an open, extensible architecture that supports AI‑driven integrations and faster supplier onboarding. A new cruise‑booking module adds pricing and group allocation...
London’s luxury hotel sector faces a profitability squeeze despite occupancy rebounding to pre‑pandemic levels. A surge of 757 new luxury rooms in 2025 pushes total high‑end inventory to about 21,000, driving average daily rates down more than 7% YoY and...
Aurrigo International, a Coventry‑based developer of autonomy software and autonomous vehicles, has been granted a ground handling licence at East Midlands Airport (EMA). The licence, issued under the Airports (Ground Handling) Regulations 1997 and CAA compliance frameworks, allows Aurrigo to provide...
Canary Technologies unveiled Hospitality AI Agent Studio, a platform enabling hotels to build, configure, and deploy AI agents tailored to operations. The studio offers pre‑built templates—Front Desk, Concierge, Reservations—and a custom builder for brand‑specific workflows. Leveraging Canary’s AI platform used...
The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards have launched a multi‑year partnership that combines the Alliance’s annual Summit with the Awards ceremony into a single global platform. The integrated event will run each November,...
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has deployed Salesforce’s Agentforce in over 5,000 instances across its 8,300 properties, creating a unified Guest 360 platform that merges reservation, loyalty, and CRM data. The AI‑driven Agent Foundry gives human agents real‑time guest insights, slashing front‑office labor...
Accor has appointed Rob McIntyre as Vice President of Operations for New Zealand and Fiji, effective April 13, 2026. McIntyre joins from Singapore where he oversaw Accor’s operations, including the flagship Pullman Singapore Orchard. He previously served as General Manager of Pullman Auckland...
Air Congo announced an aggressive intra‑African network expansion, adding routes to Johannesburg, Entebbe, Douala, Cotonou and Dar es Salaam between March and April 2026. The airline’s two new ATR‑72‑600s, leased from Ethiopian Airlines, are now expected in mid‑April due to testing and...
Indonesia’s deputy home affairs minister Bima Arya urged provincial leaders to ensure destinations are fully prepared before lobbying for new air routes. He announced a pilot programme that will work with a select group of regional heads to boost local...
Agoda has launched Artotel Group’s first branded Flagship Store, consolidating over 100 Indonesian hotels onto a single dedicated page. The storefront leverages Agoda’s distribution network, customer insights, and promotional tools to boost Artotel’s brand visibility and simplify traveler discovery. By...
The 2025 Tokyo Marathon generated an estimated ¥155 billion (about US$100 million) in incremental consumer spending over its three‑day weekend, according to Mastercard Economics Institute data. Merchant sales within a 10‑kilometre radius of the finish line were roughly seven percent higher than...
Puntland's autonomous government revoked Daallo Airlines' flight permit for all regional airports on March 1, 2026, citing safety concerns and civil aviation violations. The decision follows incidents where Daallo flights were denied clearance, leaving Puntland lawmakers and passengers stranded in...
Trip.com has secured agreements with Japan’s four major railway operators—JR East, Central, West and Kyushu—to sell Shinkansen tickets directly to international travelers through its multilingual platform. The service lets users select routes, dates, seat classes and pay online, with QR‑code...
