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Last-minute flight bookings in Europe down from 2019
By Kathryn Walson | July 20, 2022
Last-minute reservations for flights within Europe were down 44% from 2019 levels as of July 10, according to new research by ForwardKeys. Read More
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The tech innovations powering Asia’s travel market
By PhocusWire | July 20, 2022
A panel discussion at Phocuswright Europe covered how travel providers in Asia are leading on tech innovation and adoption. Read More
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News / Startups
Gordian Software raises $25M as revenue more than triples in six months
By Mitra Sorrells | July 19, 2022
Founded in 2017, Gordian Software provides an API that enables companies including Hopper and Trip.com to sell ancillaries for the airlines available on their sites.   Read More
Flyr Labs swoops up Newshore for airline e-commerce tech
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Flyr Labs swoops up Newshore for airline e-commerce tech
By Linda Fox | July 15, 2022
Spain-based Newshore helps airlines improve the customer experience and boost online direct sales through its e-commerce, customer management and content management technology. Read More
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Banks look to travel to boost customer loyalty
By Mitra Sorrells | July 15, 2022
Capital One, American Express and Revolut are among the banks partnering with travel brands. Read More
Amadeus invests in climate tech specialist Chooose
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Amadeus invests in climate tech specialist Chooose
By Linda Fox | July 14, 2022
Chooose specializes in the integration of climate action options in the customer booking process. Read More
From OTAs, travelers want more price predictability, travel updates
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From OTAs, travelers want more price predictability, travel updates
By Kathryn Walson | July 13, 2022
According to a report from OAG, North American travelers say OTAs can improve the booking experience through better price predictability and more real-time updates. Read More
VIDEO: Atlas wants to help travelers discover the world - affordably
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VIDEO: Atlas wants to help travelers discover the world - affordably
By PhocusWire | July 13, 2022
Atlas founder and CEO Mary Li explains how the travel tech company facilitates the booking of inexpensive airfare. Read More
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Google, Travalyst and more on travel’s path to sustainability
By PhocusWire | July 12, 2022
Travel leaders from Google, Travalyst, Booking.com and Byway discuss current efforts and future plans related to sustainable travel. Read More
Flight subscription platform Caravelo looks toward growth with €3M haul
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Flight subscription platform Caravelo looks toward growth with €3M haul
By Jill Menze | July 11, 2022
The support for the Barcelona-based company brings Caravelo’s total funding to €5.7 million. Read More
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Key developments in China’s online travel market
By Phocuswright Research | July 11, 2022
While many are eager to return to travel, the China market is not anticipated to return to pre-pandemic levels before 2024. Read More
VIDEO: Justt on how chargebacks are impacting online travel
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VIDEO: Justt on how chargebacks are impacting online travel
By PhocusWire | July 8, 2022
PhocusWire talks to Justt about helping payment service providers with credit card fraud and chargebacks. Read More
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News / Technology
Etihad launches NFT collection tied to loyalty program
By Mitra Sorrells | July 7, 2022
Etihad says it will offset the carbon footprint of the project and use proceeds from the sale of the collection to purchase sustainable aviation fuel.   Read More
Plusgrade acquires Points to boost revenue for partners
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Plusgrade acquires Points to boost revenue for partners
By Kathryn Walson | July 5, 2022
Plusgrade says the combined entity will generate more than $3.5 billion in new revenue opportunities this year for 140 airline, hospitality, cruise, rail and financial services partners across 60... Read More
Fires on all fronts as airlines fight to recover
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Fires on all fronts as airlines fight to recover
By PhocusWire | July 5, 2022
Tamur Goudarzi Pour, CCO Swiss Air Lines and SVP channel management Lufthansa Group, discusses the challenges faced by airlines at Phocuswright Europe. Read More
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