May 9, 2024

News to Know

Industry Makes Progress to Reduce Baggage Mishandling, New Survey Reveals
(SOURCE: IATA)

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today released a global progress report on the implementation of baggage tracking. Focused on IATA Resolution 753, which requires tracking baggage at acceptance, loading, transfer and arrival, the survey of 155 airlines and 94 airports reveals that:

44% of airlines have fully implemented Resolution 753 and a further 41% are in progress.

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India Airline Cancels Dozens of Flights After Crew Call in Sick (ALJAZEERA)

Heathrow Airport Strikes Suspended by Unite Union (BTN EUROPE)

Greater Bay Airlines Pulls Plug on Hong Kong-Singapore Service (TTG ASIA)

HOSPITALITY

Wego Launches B2B Accommodation ‘WegoBeds’ in MENA (HOTEL MANAGEMENT NETWORK)

SUSTAINABILITY

Trees4Travel Partners with Cirium to Improve Air Emissions Data (BTN EUROPE)

Virgin Urges Gov Support for SAF as It Publishes Flight 100 Results (BTN EUROPE)

Alaska Airlines Provides an Incentive to Buy Sustainable Fuel Credits (TRAVEL WEEKLY)

OTHER SECTORS

Expensify to Launch Travel Platform (PHOCUSWIRE)

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GBTA APAC Conference 2024 - Singapore
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Join us next week on May 14 - 15 at Raffles City Convention Centre for the biggest APAC business travel event of the year!

Register today for this important gathering of the global business travel industry and be a part of the journey! Connect with peers, expand your network, and be inspired by innovative content that will enhance your understanding of industry trends and issues. GBTA APAC Conference is co-located with the Worldwide ERC® APAC Regional Summit Singapore for the 2nd year running- benefit from the learning and networking opportunities from both conferences.

Join us at GBTA APAC Conference 2024 - Singapore to:

Network with 500+ business travel professionals from across the APAC region.
Learn from 20+ industry experts and gain insights on cutting-edge trends.
Explore solutions from 40+ innovative exhibitors.
Enjoy 7+ dedicated hours of focused networking.
Benefit from 11+ hours of valuable educational sessions.

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Iceland - Unionized ground and security staff cancel planned May 9-20 strikes at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), Iceland.

Italy - Air traffic controllers to strike at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Italy, from 13:00-17:00, May 12; flight disruptions likely.

New Zealand - All train lines serving Auckland, New Zealand, facing delays and suspensions as of May 9. Seek alternative transport.

United Kingdom - Unionized ground staff cancel planned May 9-13 strike at Heathrow Airport in London, UK.

United States - Severe weather forecast across parts of the central and eastern US through early May 10. Tornadoes and associated disruptions possible.

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May 14 - 15

GBTA U.S. Legislative Summit 2024
June 10 - 12

GBTA Convention 2024
July 22 - 24

GBTA +VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations | Copenhagen
November 4 - 6

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