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Connecting the Nordics to Greater Flight Networks Air France -KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and SAS - Scandinavian Airlines have joined forces, creating a new era of connectivity for the Nordics. This partnership, forged as SAS joins the SkyTeam alliance, brings countless benefits to travelers and the tourism industry. * Expanded Destinations: Access to 33 new destinations in Northern Europe, making travel easier and more accessible. * Increased Flights: Up to 200 weekly flights between major hubs, enhancing travel options and flexibility. * Loyalty Benefits: Reciprocal loyalty programs, allowing members to earn and spend miles across all flights. * Tourism Growth: Boosts tourism by making the Nordic regions more accessible to global travelers. * Global Visibility: Elevates the global presence of SAS, attracting new passengers and increasing connectivity. The Nordics, with their rich culture and stunning landscapes, are now within easier reach. This partnership not only strengthens business ties but also opens the door for more tourists to explore the unique beauty of Northern Europe. The skies are open, and the opportunities are endless. #NordicConnectivity #AirTravel #TourismBoost #SkyTeamAlliance #GlobalTravel #NordicDestinations #TravelBenefits

2024 - A seminal year for Australian aviation. For a variety of reasons, 2024 is a time for companies to recalibrate. In so many ways the beginning of what’s sometimes called the post-COVID era has become a bookend. All airlines have been forced to reassess their strategies. The competitive market dynamics have shifted, as economic conditions fluctuate and consumer profiles and behaviours change. Nowhere is this more evident than in corporate travel. For Australia’s domestic aviation, what happens this year will significantly reshape its future. Qantas is intent on restoring popular confidence in its brand, but at the same time there is a growing belief that its market power overly distorts competition in the marketplace. More significantly, Virgin Australia begins a journey to decide what it will look like for the long term after collapsing in 2020 and (temporarily) moving into private equity ownership. This means acquiring new equity partners and a partial IPO sell down by 95% owner Bain Capital, if market conditions allow. For each airline international partnerships will be very important – and, for Virgin, critical. Qatar Airways is already a strategic partner and surely an obvious candidate to be permitted to invest in Virgin, helping create a greater competitive balance, both internationally and domestically. Then there are the big picture uncertainties. Against the backdrop of an unprecedented year of geopolitical change, the existential issue of climate change is alarming, a Sword of Damocles for the airlines. And artificial intelligence promises extensive disruption, in ways we can only speculate. We know AI will change the world, and potentially every aspect of airline and corporate behaviour. But beyond a handful of specifics, there is a “singularity” about its broader impact, that is to say, it’s a bit like a black hole, we simply have no way of predicting what will happen beyond a few months – other than it’s likely to be exceptional. In short, it’s certain that disruption is on the menu. The mission for businesses of all kinds must be to pre-empt that turbulence, to try to imagine beyond singularity and pre-empt that disruption. Look forward to seeing you all in person at our inaugural Australia Corporate Travel Summit, 13th November 2024, at the Sheraton Grand on the Park in Sydney. Peter Harbison Director, Greener Airlines Co-Founder, Australia Corporate Travel Summit (ACTS) #corporatetravel #travelprocurement #innovation #disruption #australianaviation #qantas #virginaustralia

Well today started with an early cup of tea and obligatory Tunnocks Wafer on the Loganair Limited flight to Manchester. I have had a great day visiting Travel Counsellors for the Corporate Takeover Day. Have heard all about the upcoming developments to our business and our partnership with Travelogix to provide outstanding reporting on travel spend, habits and carbon data. Watch this space for more info on the exciting new products and services we will be rolling out in the coming months. #corporatetravel #businesstravel #tmc #travelmanagement

Recent market conditions are forcing airlines to look at how they can maintain profitability. Smart airlines are leveraging their loyalty programs to cultivate new revenue streams. One leading global aviation company with a successful loyalty program knew that in order to maintain its market leadership, it had to reinvent its hotel offering to keep customers engaged. See how their updated solution increased revenue and improved performance in our new case study: https://bit.ly/3LhEF28 #airline #airlinemarket #travelnews #loyaltyprogram

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Thank you to Gillian from Focus Travel Partnership for coming in to see us yesterday - we had a brilliant day discussing the future of the travel industry and the latest advancements in NDC.    This is a huge topic for us and we always champion sharing our expert knowledge in business travel with our CT Groups, Conferences & Incentives, CT Trade Missions and Pettitts Travel divisions.     Although Global Distribution Systems (GDSs) have defined the airline retailing industry for decades, New Distribution Capability (NDC) is transforming the landscape. Adoption rates by airlines vary, but NDC is here to stay, and training days like these allow CT Business Travel and our wider businesses to remain informed and offer the best solutions for our clients.     If you need any advice or assistance with your own business travel needs, our expert team is always here to help: https://bit.ly/49BCK2I   Don't forget to follow us and stay tuned for more updates on the latest trends in the travel industry.    #CTBusinessTravel #TMC #businesstravel #FocusBT #NDC #nextgeneration #learning #education #leadership

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𝗗𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗮 & 𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗠: 𝗔 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘀 Delta Air Lines and LATAM Airlines Group are marking the second anniversary of their successful joint venture, which has significantly enhanced air travel between North and South America. This partnership has not only increased connectivity and improved services but also fostered international collaboration in the aviation industry. The joint venture's achievements include increased flight frequencies, optimized travel times, and the introduction of new routes, all contributing to a better passenger experience. As Delta and LATAM continue to expand their global reach, this partnership serves as a model for future collaborations in the aviation sector. What are your thoughts on the impact of joint ventures on the airline industry and the passenger experience? Share your insights in the comments below. #Delta #LATAM #Airlines #Travel #NorthAmerica #SouthAmerica #JointVenture #Aviation #InternationalCollaboration #PassengerExperience #AirlineIndustry #WentWorld https://lnkd.in/d74cv_HZ

2024 - A seminal year for Australian aviation. For a variety of reasons, 2024 is a time for companies to recalibrate. In so many ways the beginning of what’s sometimes called the post-COVID era has become a bookend.   All airlines have been forced to reassess their strategies. The competitive market dynamics have shifted, as economic conditions fluctuate and consumer profiles and behaviours change. Nowhere is this more evident than in corporate travel.   For Australia’s domestic aviation, what happens this year will significantly reshape its future.   Qantas is intent on restoring popular confidence in its brand, but at the same time there is a growing belief that its market power overly distorts competition in the marketplace.   More significantly, Virgin Australia begins a journey to decide what it will look like for the long term after collapsing in 2020 and (temporarily) moving into private equity ownership. This means acquiring new equity partners and a partial IPO sell down by 95% owner Bain Capital, if market conditions allow. For each airline international partnerships will be very important – and, for Virgin, critical. Qatar Airways is already a strategic partner and surely an obvious candidate to be permitted to invest in Virgin, helping create a greater competitive balance, both internationally and domestically.   Then there are the big picture uncertainties. Against the backdrop of an unprecedented year of geopolitical change, the existential issue of climate change is alarming, a Sword of Damocles for the airlines.   And artificial intelligence promises extensive disruption, in ways we can only speculate.   We know AI will change the world, and potentially every aspect of airline and corporate behaviour. But beyond a handful of specifics, there is a “singularity” about its broader impact, that is to say, it’s a bit like a black hole, we simply have no way of predicting what will happen beyond a few months – other than it’s likely to be exceptional.   In short, it’s certain that disruption is on the menu.   The mission for businesses of all kinds must be to pre-empt that turbulence, to try to imagine beyond singularity and pre-empt that disruption.   Look forward to seeing you all in person at our inaugural Australia Corporate Travel Summit, 13th November 2024, at the Sheraton Grand on the Park in Sydney.   Peter Harbison Director, Greener Airlines Co-Founder, Australia Corporate Travel Summit (ACTS) GBTA | Global Business Travel Association Association of Travel Management Companies #corporatetravel #travelprocurement #innovation #disruption #australianaviation #qantas #virginaustralia