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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

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

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Middle East, part 4: Aviation innovation

By Mitra Sorrells | April 29, 2019

For the final piece in our monthlong series on the Middle East, we take a look at innovations in the airline sector. Read More

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On The Beach makes NDC direct connection with Emirates to assist long-haul push

By Linda Fox | January 16, 2019

The online travel agency is claiming it is the first in the U.K. to have a direct connection with Emirates via the carrier’s NDC API. Read More

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Dnata acquires majority stake in AI personalization platform Bd4travel

By Mitra Sorrells | November 27, 2018

Dnata, an air services provider that is part of the Emirates Group, has acquired a majority stake in Bd4travel for an undisclosed amount. Read More

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Biometric-led travel sees a boost as initiatives take off

By Linda Fox | November 1, 2018

Emirates is claiming a world first with the launch a “biometric path” for travelers at Dubai International Airport. It is one of a number of projects pushing the technology during 2018. Read More

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Overcoming the many challenges to make blockchain work for airline distribution

By Linda Fox | October 11, 2018

Airlines are experimenting with different use cases blockchain and some see real potential for distribution. Read More

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Emirates boss reverses GDS criticism, yet sees role for blockchain-led distribution

By Linda Fox | September 10, 2018

Emirates is experimenting with blockchain technology as a potential means of distribution in the future. Read More

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Emirates and The Entertainer devise subscription model for trip-planning app

By Martin Cowen | July 9, 2018

Dubai-based loyalty and engagements specialist The Entertainer has developed a trip-planning and in-destination discounts app for members of the Emirates loyalty scheme, Skywards. The app – branded Read More