Airlines
Middle East crisis: Qatar Civil Aviation Authority approves gradual return of foreign airlines at Hamad Airport
We feature rolling updates on what already ranks as one of the biggest crises in travel retail history.
Omnevo renews Alpha Flight Services deal to advance integrated onboard retail and operations
The continued collaboration enhances management of onboard retail inventory and crew meal processes across Air Arabia’s operations, with Omnevo’s integrated retail technology platform streamlining workflows.
The Travel Retail and F&B Superstars Column 2026
We bring back our popular column that champions industry staff – frontline, back office, logistics, management and more.
Air Serbia elevates onboard duty-free programme with extended Avolta partnership
The move builds on an existing partnership with Avolta, which operates locally as Belgrade Duty Free.
Travel technology expert Nick Woods steps up to Managing Director role at CAVU
Woods joins travel experience specialist CAVU with extensive experience within Manchester Airports Group, where he has held senior technology leadership roles since 2016.
Middle East crisis: Qatar Airways aims for 120 destinations by mid-May as it rebuilds schedule
We feature rolling updates on what already ranks as one of the biggest crises in travel retail history.
Asia Pacific passenger traffic climbs on solid February demand but geopolitical tensions affect outlook
“Asian airlines are facing increased operational challenges, as the rise in conflicts has reduced the availability of airspace, particularly along key Asia-Europe corridors, effectively constraining capacity on these routes and limiting network flexibility for affected carriers.” says AAPA Director General Subhas Menon.
On Location: The APTRA India Conference in Bengaluru
Dermot Davitt is on location to bring readers an unrivalled quality of coverage from The Moodie Davitt Report which is – once again – a fully paid-up registrant to the event
OAG data: Southeast Asia emerges as alternative hub as Middle East conflict disrupts air capacity
Travel businesses anticipate demand will move towards travel within Southeast Asia (64%) amid the escalating conflict, while Europe (24%) remains a preferred destination despite flight disruptions.
Singapore Airlines sets course for Western Sydney Airport with daily flights launching 23 November
The inaugural SQ201 service is set to depart Singapore at 11:30 (local time) and arrive at 22:20, while the return service, SQ202, is scheduled to leave Western Sydney International at 23:55 the same day, arriving in Singapore at 05:05 on 24 November.
IATA long-term outlook: Passenger traffic set to double by 2050 amid strong air travel resurgence
The global airline trade body’s long-term demand model points to 20.8 trillion RPKs by 2050 under a mid-range scenario, with alternative scenarios outlining the range of outcomes.
FIERRO branches out beyond inflight retail with exclusive jewellery line for airports, cruise and ferry
FIERRO leverages nearly two decades of in-flight retail expertise to enter airport, cruise and ferry channels with a dedicated jewellery range.
