Strategic Expansion

Passport Group concludes a landmark year, marking 30 years of innovation, influence and industry leadership, while unveiling a forward-looking strategic vision to continue shaping the future of tourism and aviation with a strong focus on digital transformation, content-driven travel, and the clear sense that the first three decades were only the beginning. The year-end celebration brought together key leaders and senior executives from the tourism industry, in partnership with Hilton worldwide

Turkish airline Pegasus Airlines, which recently acquired Czech Airlines and Smartwings, has signed another strategic move, becoming the official airline of Chelsea Football Club. The transaction amounts were not disclosed

MSC Cruises has inked a strategic agreement that features four ships on firm order and two more as an option, while launching a new series of ships that will enter the company's fleet starting in 2030

Wizz Air has partnered with the iconic AS Roma, joining major airlines that have enhanced their brands through affiliations with top clubs. The company's logo will feature on the team's jersey sleeve during the December 15 match, marking another step in brand growth

Cathay Pacific initiates a buyback of 9.57% of its shares from Qatar Airways, a move that may shift ownership dynamics in Hong Kong. Qatar remains committed to operational partnership within oneworld

Israir has appointed TAL Aviation as its General Sales Agent in five European countries, leveraging its extensive network to grow the airline’s footprint via London, Paris, Berlin, Rome, and Sofia

Martin Gauss Takes Helm at Gulf Air

Using the award-winning 'Mahboub' chatbot, residents and visitors can easily report public transport infrastructure issues—from traffic lights to bus stops directly through WhatsApp

High costs and focus on core markets lead Wizz Air to close Vienna operations. Routes to Bilbao and London Gatwick will halt by October 2025; all routes end by March 2026

New Travel Opportunities Open Up with Flydubai and TAROM Partnership

Africa's largest airline launches a new route to Vietnam with four weekly flights, connecting Africa and East Asia and expanding options for Israeli travelers