The move is designed to accelerate the mixed-use operator’s customer-centric service strategy and to enable its hotels and serviced offices to deliver a smart, efficient and personalised guest experience.
Cendyn has announced a strategic follow on investment from Accel-KKR, a leading Silicon Valley based technology-focused investment firm. The investment will enable the business to further scale and innovate its solutions for the...
Airbus engineers have developed a scale-model aeroplane with the first in-flight, flapping wing-tips that could revolutionise aircraft wing-design. The aerospace giant has drawn on nature to develop its ‘semi-aeroelastic hinge’ concept...
United Airlines has become the latest carrier to connect to Airbus’ open-data platform, Skywise. The United States-based airline will leverage Skywise to enhance all aspects of its maintenance and engineering operations on its Airbus fleet.
Heathrow has announced the rollout of new computed tomography security equipment throughout the airport over the next few years. When fully deployed, the 3D equipment could end the need for passengers to remove their liquids and laptops...
ICM, a global leader in passenger automation and self-service bag drop solutions for airports and airlines based in Sydney, Australia, will complement Amadeus’ offering for airport operations.
The International Air Transport Association has resolved to accelerate the global implementation of the One ID initiative, which uses a single biometric identifier to move passengers through the airport, without the need for paper travel...
The International Air Transport Association has resolved to support the global deployment of radio frequency identification for baggage tracking. The IATA annual general meeting also called for the implementation of modern baggage...
CWT has appointed Deanna Seiffert as to the role of vice president in Europe, Middle East and Africa for demand marketing. In this role, she is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of the company’s marketing...
Flybe has successfully completed its changeover to the Amadeus Altéa Passenger Service System. The technology is now fully up and running on flybe.com and the airline’s back end systems.
Many lock manufacturers strongly recommend evaluating and focusing more on security if a hotel is making the move to mobile access locks. As with any new technology, poor implementation can be a risk so hoteliers need to ensure their...
OpenKey and Kaba have signed a letter of intent to create a preferred partnership between the two companies. The strategic partners will initially focus on integrating OpenKey's mobile entry service with Kaba’s new BLE locks.
The luxury property is upgrading its uniform management and control processes with InvoTech's RFID uniform system. The RFID upgrade will provide additional cost-saving benefits by automating manual tasks that were required with the...
Following a $15-million renovation and rebranding, the 168-room Hotel Eastlund in The Lloyd District of Portland installed Bittel Americas' UNOMedia 5 and NEO series telephones because of their classic style and small footprint.
Hotel Internet Services introduces its secure and reliable Fusion Gateway solution. Fusion is a proprietary and proven IP and voice network gateway that continuously evolves its encryption and other security protocols in order to fend...
eRevMax has completed two-way XML integration with HotelsByDay, a web and mobile app-based channel, offering daytime hotel rentals. The mobile travel application is the latest addition to the eRevMax Channel Ecosystem that connects...
AMResorts' new Secrets Papagayo in Costa Rica, Breathless Cabo San Lucas Resort and Spa in Mexico, and Secrets Playa Bonita in Panama have all installed in-room tablets from Crave Interactive. Further installations are scheduled this...
With today's rapidly evolving technology and people's mobile lifestyles, the desire for mobile key technology is here. Many tech-savvy hotel guests manage most aspects of their life and travel from their smartphone. Many guests no longer...
A number of major hotel chains piloted or adopted mobile key technology last year. Starwood, Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott are or will be allowing guests to unlock their rooms via a smartphone app. But what does that mean for individual...
The hotel marketing platform Guestfolio has a new look and focus on services that are important to today's hotel marketer. The enhancements made to the platform provide hoteliers with the insights and tools needed to drive guest...