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Airports are evolving into high-tech travel ecosystems, integrating smarter infrastructure, touchless technology, and advanced operations to enhance efficiency and the passenger experience. PhocusWire brings you the latest airport news and aviation updates, tracking how global hubs are responding to the demands of modern travel and future growth.

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Our coverage highlights airport modernization efforts, sustainability strategies, and digital transformation initiatives taking place at key aviation hubs around the world. From biometric screening and baggage automation to terminal redesigns and mobility partnerships, we explore the innovations redefining airport functionality and service delivery.

Mobility specialist CMAC Group acquired by ComfortDelGro for £80M
News / Distribution
Mobility specialist CMAC Group acquired by ComfortDelGro for £80M
By Linda Fox | February 13, 2024
United Kingdom-based CMAC manages journeys for almost 3 million travelers through partnerships with airlines, train operators and corporations. It also offers private and ride-share transfer at... Read More
Joby gets exclusive rights to fly electric air taxis in Dubai
News / Technology
Joby gets exclusive rights to fly electric air taxis in Dubai
By Linda Fox | February 12, 2024
Joby is hoping to begin air taxi operations as early as 2025 in Dubai and has signed a partnership with Skyports for the development and operation of four locations. Read More
Airline tech bosses prioritize artificial intelligence investment
News / Technology
Airline tech bosses prioritize artificial intelligence investment
By Linda Fox | February 7, 2024
Airline technology spend has been increasing since 2020 and was expected to hit approximately $35 billion in 2023, up from 2022’s figure of $30 billion, according to the SITA Air Transport IT 2023... Read More
Turbulence ahead: Aviation leaders brace for elevated flight disruptions
News / Online
Turbulence ahead: Aviation leaders brace for elevated flight disruptions
By Derek Catron | February 6, 2024
Flight disruptions are 300% above historical norms, and aviation leaders expect those levels to remain elevated, a new study from Amadeus finds.   Read More
Heart Aerospace lands $107M for hybrid-electric airplane
News / Startups
Heart Aerospace lands $107M for hybrid-electric airplane
By Linda Fox | February 2, 2024
The company plans to put the investment toward further development of the business as well as progressing certification of its ES-30 hybrid-electric aircraft. Read More
Assessing the effectiveness of influencer marketing in travel
News / Online
Assessing the effectiveness of influencer marketing in travel
By Morgan Hines | February 1, 2024
Windstar Cruises is the latest company to bolster its influencer marketing strategy, recently announcing a partnership with Jerne, which helps to facilitate connections with influencers. Read More
Amadeus acquires biometrics specialist Vision-Box for €320M
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Amadeus acquires biometrics specialist Vision-Box for €320M
By Linda Fox | January 31, 2024
Amadeus is adding biometric border control to its services with its acquisition of Vision-Box. Read More
Digitally reconstructing the travel industry
Opinion / Technology
Digitally reconstructing the travel industry
By Anish Kapoor – Teleperformance India | January 26, 2024
Anish Kapoor of Teleperformance India discusses the role of technology in securing top-tier customer experience and business services. Read More
Kayak sees 15X increase in aircraft filter usage following Alaska Airlines incident
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Kayak sees 15X increase in aircraft filter usage following Alaska Airlines incident
By Morgan Hines | January 11, 2024
Travelers are exercising caution and using tools like Kayak’s aircraft filter when looking to book flights after a door plug flew off an Alaska Airlines flight. Read More
Top Travel Industry Predictions for 2024
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Top Travel Industry Predictions for 2024
By Morgan Hines | January 2, 2024
Leaders from across the travel industry share their thoughts on what the industry should be watching and working on in 2024. Read More
Were travel experts right with their 2023 predictions?
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Were travel experts right with their 2023 predictions?
By PhocusWire | December 19, 2023
Every year we ask industry executives and pundits to forecast what might happen across travel technology and distribution in the months to come. Here we look back on what was predicted for 2023 and what... Read More
Three ways generative AI is improving the travel industry
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Three ways generative AI is improving the travel industry
By Morgan Hines | December 18, 2023
In a wide-ranging conversation at The Phocuswright Conference, leaders from Microsoft, Priceline and Amadeus discussed opportunities generative AI presents to the travel industry and how it's changing... Read More
The most popular news stories on PhocusWire in 2023
News / Technology
The most popular news stories on PhocusWire in 2023
By PhocusWire | December 15, 2023
ChatGPT, the Hot 25 Travel Startups and news about major players like Expedia Group and Airbnb dominated the rankings.   Read More
Nearly half of travel companies say they’ll increase ESG investment in ‘24
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Nearly half of travel companies say they’ll increase ESG investment in ‘24
By Derek Catron | December 13, 2023
The survey commissioned by Amadeus included representatives from travel companies from nine markets and seven segments of the industry.   Read More
ATPCO acquires travel data analytics startup 3Victors
News / Technology
ATPCO acquires travel data analytics startup 3Victors
By Morgan Hines | December 12, 2023
ATPCO said the acquisition expands its data with real-time capabilities to further enhance its creation of tools that support the future of modern airline retailing. Read More