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London surpasses 2,000 zero-emission buses in major green milestone
London has achieved a significant environmental milestone, with over 2,000 zero-emission buses now operating across the capital, making it home to the largest fleet of its kind in Western Europe.
Meliá commits to collecting 20,000 kg of ocean plastic in 2025 to enhance responsible travel
Meliá Hotels & Resorts has renewed its environmental pledge with an ambitious plan to remove over 20,000 kilograms of plastic waste from the Mediterranean Sea and its ports during 2025, through its expanding “MELIÁ FOR THE OCEANS” programme in partnership with social enterprise Gravity Wave.
IHG and Singapore Airlines partner to enhance SME business travel experience
IHG Hotels & Resorts and Singapore Airlines have announced a new partnership to boost the business travel experience for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by integrating their respective travel programmes, IHG Business Edge and SIA’s HighFlyer.
Marriott marks 50 years since opening its first European hotel in Amsterdam
Marriott International has marked the 50th anniversary of the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel, the company’s first property in Europe and outside of North America.
Lufthansa opens First Class Lounge in Munich
The Lufthansa First Class Lounge in Terminal 2 at Munich Airport has reopened, offering First Class passengers an upgraded and luxurious experience in a stylish, modern setting.
Enterprise launches global “Here For It” campaign featuring real team members
For the first time, the Enterprise brand is launching a global, multilingual marketing campaign spotlighting real employees and the company’s tailored mobility solutions.
British Airways champions inclusivity with launch of rugby club support fund
British Airways has announced the launch of the British Airways Spaces for All Fund, a three-year initiative designed to support more than 30 community rugby clubs, with a focus on growing participation in women’s rugby.
Lufthansa Group introduces AI technology to cut food waste on flights
Lufthansa Group has introduced innovative artificial intelligence technology, the "Tray Tracker," to reduce food waste and optimise meal offerings on flights, following a successful trial in Frankfurt and subsequent expansion to Munich.
Flavours by SAS brings international cuisine to European Business Class
Scandinavian Airlines is introducing Flavors by SAS, a new food and beverage concept launching on 1 October 2025, which will offer a broader, globally inspired culinary experience to passengers starting with the new European Business Class before expanding to lounges and intercontinental routes.
Qantas celebrates 90 years of connecting Australia with the world
Qantas is celebrating 90 years of international flying, marking nine decades since the airline’s first international passenger service linked Brisbane to Singapore via a three-and-a-half-day journey with sixteen stops.
Crowne Plaza encourages business travellers to combine work and leisure with 'Bring Your Bestie'
Crowne Plaza by IHG has unveiled a new "Bring Your Bestie" package, encouraging business travellers to invite friends or loved ones on their work trips to create more memorable, blended travel experiences, available at select hotels across the United States.
Westin and goop launch sleep training series to support business travellers
Westin Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Gwyneth Paltrow’s lifestyle brand goop to launch a three-part video series, “Sleep Training for Grown-Ups,” aimed at helping travellers improve their sleep quality both at home and on the road.
Manchester to Dubai route gets Emirates’ newest A380 with Premium Economy
Emirates will introduce its latest Airbus A380 aircraft, featuring the airline’s newest cabins including Premium Economy, on flights to Manchester from 6 June and to Milan from 1 July.
Virgin Atlantic and Joby Aviation to launch zero-emission air taxi service for UK travellers
Joby Aviation and Virgin Atlantic have announced a partnership that will bring electric air taxi services to the UK, offering zero-emission, short-range journeys to and from key airports, including Heathrow and Manchester.
IHG expands UK hotel portfolio with new openings for business travellers
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is expanding its UK and Ireland portfolio with the signing of eight new hotels, adding more than 900 rooms in key locations including London, Leeds and Reading.
From Stress to Success: Why PAs Are Switching to Travel Management Companies
More and more personal assistants are turning to travel management companies (TMCs) to handle the increasing complexity of business travel.
Riyadh Air records “Sound of a New Era” at legendary Abbey Road Studios
Riyadh Air has unveiled its new sonic brand, “Sound of a New Era,” marking one of the first guest experience touchpoints ahead of its first flight in 2025.
IHG announces first Vignette Collection property in France
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of its first Vignette Collection property in France, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s European expansion.
Manchester Airport unveils a first look at its fully transformed Terminal 2
Manchester Airport has unveiled a fly-through video showcasing the new passenger experience at its fully transformed Terminal 2, part of the airport’s £1.3bn, decade-long transformation programme.
British Airways boosts loyalty rewards following passenger feedback on Tier Points
British Airways has enhanced its ‘The Club’ loyalty programme, offering UK-based business travellers the opportunity to earn more Tier Points per flight through a new and improved Bonus Tier Point offer. The scheme, which was first updated in December, has now been expanded to provide members with up to 550 additional Tier Points per flight, depending on the travel class.