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Emirates to invest $200M to boost sustainability efforts

By Linda Fox | May 11, 2023

The carrier, which plans to invest the funds over three years, claims this is the biggest financial commitment toward sustainability by any airline. Read More

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Data and personalization business BD4 shutting up shop

By Linda Fox | February 16, 2023

A statement from Dnata Travel and BD4’s founders says the decision was made following a strategic and commercial review looking at market conditions and growth prospects. Read More

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Emirates unveils Oculus virtual reality experience

By Linda Fox | September 17, 2021

The virtual reality technology enables passengers to explore the cockpit and view the cabins, first class experience and other onboard facilities. Read More

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Q&A: Exploring the role of cryptocurrency in travel's recovery

By Linda Fox | August 26, 2021

Some believe cryptocurrencies have many applications in travel and their use could potentially aid the industry's recovery as well as setting it up for a better future. Read More

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What is corporate travel's sequel post-pandemic?

By Linda Fox | June 7, 2021

As business travelers look to get back on the road, what will change for better or worse post-pandemic? Read More

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VIDEO: Reaping the emotional and financial value of airline loyalty

By PhocusWire | April 1, 2021

Mark Ross-Smith discusses the evolution to lifestyle programs from airlines and the drive toward personalization during a session at the PhocusWire Pulse event in March. Read More

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Emirates to roll out GDS fees as it moves sellers toward an NDC solution

By Robert Silk - Travel Weekly | February 23, 2021

Emirates' GDS surcharge of between $14 and $25 per ticket will begin July 1. Read More

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Airlines need new data sources to predict demand and gain flexibility

By Linda Fox | January 7, 2021

The airline industry has had 21 years of growth stripped from it in 2020. Managing cash burn and operational flexibility will be key to survival in 2021. Read More

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Emirates rejects the new norm, sees robust recovery

By Linda Fox | October 16, 2020

Predictions for when airlines might recover to something near 2019 levels are currently at around 2024. But Tim Clark of Emirates has different ideas. Read More

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News / Startups

New innovation hub created to spur growth in travel and tourism startups in Dubai

By Mitra Sorrells | July 23, 2020

The innovation hub is a joint effort of Emirates Group, Dubai Tourism, Accenture and Microsoft. Read More

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VIDEO: Emirates on priorities and challenges for an airline's digital strategy

By Linda Fox | October 8, 2019

During the World Aviation Festival 2019, PhocusWire interviewed Alex Knigge, Emirates SVP of marketing and brand, whose role is to focus on the customer experience. Read More

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Aviation bosses: We need to be vocal about environmental credentials and embrace tech

By Linda Fox | September 13, 2019

The flight shaming campaign has shone a critical light on the industry for not promoting the industry’s efforts enough, as pressure mounts on carriers to take notice. Read More