Entries by Dave

Record-breaking July: Heathrow tops Europe’s airports with 8 million passengers

Heathrow Airport welcomed nearly 8 million passengers in July, cementing its position as Europe’s busiest airport for the first half of 2024, outpacing other major hubs such as Amsterdam Schiphol, Frankfurt, Madrid and Paris Charles de Gaulle by millions of passengers. For the first time in its history, Heathrow surpassed 1.8 million passengers in a […]

Heathrow introduces new Summer experiences to enhance travel

UK-based business travellers who frequently pass through Heathrow may find this summer’s offerings particularly appealing. While the airport is a familiar stop for many, Heathrow has introduced a range of new experiences, retailers, and dining options that provide fresh opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment before a flight. With an anticipated 30 million passengers this Summer, […]

British & Irish Lions Tour 2025: Qatar Airways named Official Airline Partner

Qatar Airways has been announced as the Official Title Partner and Official Airline Partner for the highly anticipated British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia in 2025. The event, which brings together the best rugby players from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales to face off against Australia’s Wallabies, is set to kick off on 28 […]

Radisson RED to anchor Edgbaston Stadium’s ambitious redevelopment

Radisson has been unveiled as the hotel partner for Edgbaston Stadium’s award-winning Masterplan redevelopment, which includes the addition of the Radisson RED Birmingham Edgbaston Stadium, a 4-star lifestyle hotel featuring 146 rooms, 85 of which have pitch-facing balconies. Eighteen of these pitch-view rooms will be fully convertible into hospitality spaces, while Level 4 will boast […]

IHG Introduces groundbreaking Low Carbon Pioneers programme

IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global leader in hospitality, has launched its pioneering Low Carbon Pioneers programme, featuring energy-efficient hotels that operate without on-site fossil fuel combustion and are supported by renewable energy. The initiative marks the first of its kind in the industry and aims to inspire broader adoption of carbon reduction practices across […]

New partnership offers GTM customers greater flexibility and efficiency in rail travel

Focus Travel Partnership’s new collaboration with International Rail enhances Global Travel Management’s corporate rail travel offerings by providing seamless global rail bookings. Focus has entered a strategic partnership with International Rail – a leading distributor of worldwide rail tickets and passes – making International Rail the preferred global rail technology provider for Focus Travel Partnership’s […]

TfL and Santander triple e-bike fleet, boosting London’s sustainable travel

Transport for London (TfL) and Santander are significantly enhancing the Santander Cycles scheme by more than tripling the number of e-bikes available to hire by the end of summer, bringing the total fleet to 2,000. This expansion aims to provide Londoners with an affordable, convenient and sustainable mode of transport. E-bikes, introduced in 2022, have […]

Emirates enhances Jeddah airport experience with new dedicated lounge

Emirates has officially opened its first lounge in the region outside Dubai at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, marking a significant milestone in its 35-year service to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Located in the newly constructed Terminal 1, the 900 sq m lounge represents a substantial investment of USD$5.4 million. It will cater […]