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SITA, Idemia partner to build digital identity ecosystem for travel

By Linda Fox | November 12, 2024

The collaboration will look at furthering interoperability, trust and data security as part of a Digital Travel Ecosystem initiative from SITA. Read More

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How prepared is the travel industry for digital wallets?

By Marisa Garcia | October 29, 2024

Digital wallets from Apple and Google are widely used in everyday life but how is the travel industry preparing to take full advantage of them to improve the passenger experience? Read More

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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Delta Airlines, SmartRyde, Amadeus

By PhocusWire | October 25, 2024

Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More

News / Startups

Tracking travel startup funding and M&A activity in Q2 2024

By Linda Fox | July 18, 2024

While a handful of companies such as Guesty and Cover Genius have attracted significant later stage funding, most investments in the second quarter of 2024 have been around the pre-seed and seed stage. Read More

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SITA acquires airline flight operations specialist ASISTIM

By Mitra Sorrells | June 20, 2024

SITA said the deal will help airlines of all sizes to outsource part of their operations to enhance efficiency and scalability. Read More

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SITA acquires Materna IPS

By Morgan Hines | May 21, 2024

David Lavorel, CEO of SITA, said the acquisition marks “an exciting new era of travel.” Read More

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How airlines are thinking about technology investment in 2024

By Linda Fox | April 11, 2024

A study from Amadeus reveals 64% of airlines are expecting to spend more on technology in 2024, with 46% of low-cost carriers anticipating a moderate increase and 54% of full-service carriers expecting... Read More

News / Startups

SITA serves as lead investor in Indicio’s Series A funding round

By Morgan Hines | March 5, 2024

SITA and Indicio began working together during the pandemic and have since expanded their partnership to develop a digital travel credential using blockchain and biometrics. Read More

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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

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Aruba preps full launch of passport-free arrivals process

By Mitra Sorrells | November 16, 2023

The Aruba Happy One Pass is one of the first implementations of a digital travel credential using biometric technology and automatic border control gates. Read More

News / Online

Travelers are placing more value on customer experience when considering air travel

By Morgan Hines | September 8, 2023

SITA's latest Passenger IT Insights report finds travelers becoming more comfortable with technology, particularly mobile apps, and also increased desire for technology that boosts sustainability for... Read More

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After successful test, SITA and Indicio accelerate digital travel ID

By Mitra Sorrells | August 9, 2023

Following a pilot in Aruba, SITA and Indicio are expanding their work on decentralized identity solutions that enable passengers to create a digital version of their passport that is stored in a mobile... Read More

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Rise in mishandled baggage spotlights need for automation, study finds

By Kathryn Walson | May 17, 2023

After more than a decade of declining rates, the incidence of mishandled bags shot up by 75% last year as airlines and airports grappled with a surge in passengers. Read More

Opinion / Technology

How optimizing operations can help air industry decarbonize

By Yann Cabaret - SITA | April 21, 2023

By looking to existing and emerging technologies to optimize operations to decrease emissions, aviation can make an impact today while longer-term solutions such as sustainable aviation fuels become... Read More

News / Online

SITA and Lufthansa digitize lost luggage solution

By Kathryn Walson | March 16, 2023

When passengers land at an airport, SITA’s WorldTracer Auto Reflight notifies them of any luggage delay and gathers delivery details. The companies say it saves time and money for the industry. Read More

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