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Airbus trials AI-powered catering with Virgin Atlantic to reduce onboard food waste and improve efficiency. Roughly 20% of the waste comes from untouched food and beverages
American Airlines' new technology will be widely implemented at DFW Airport this summer, with an emphasis on a faster, more consistent, and smarter boarding process for passengers
Are flights without physical documents closer than ever? The International Air Transport Association (IATA) refers to international biometric trials conducted to create a "future of seamless airport transit through biometric identification and digital wallets" - implementation is subject to government decisions
AI travel planners, smart booking apps, and personalized trip tools are transforming how people travel in 2026. Here’s what you’ll actually use
Delta Airlines and Amazon have announced a long-term agreement under which Amazon Leo technology will be implemented on approximately 500 aircraft in the first phase, along with expanding the Wi-Fi and in-flight entertainment experience
San José Mineta International Airport introduces an AI humanoid robot that assists passengers in 50+ languages, offering real-time help at Terminal B
British Airways is the first British airline to launch Elon Musk's high-speed internet service. Within two years: the company's entire fleet of aircraft will be equipped with the high-speed technology
The company is launching a new section on the app and website where passengers will see the reasons for their flight disruptions. The feature will allow immediate flight changes, luggage tracking, food reservations, and others
IATA introduces DG Digital, a fully digital tool for dangerous goods declarations, reducing shipment rejections and improving safety across air cargo operations
SAS has announced the launch of a new digital solution that allows passengers to share the location of their luggage with the company in the event of loss, with the aim of speeding up the tracking process and giving passengers more control and peace of mind
The 11th edition of the ILANIT/FISEB Experimental Biology Conference, organized and managed by Ortra, is bringing thousands of researchers, 15 hotels, and more than 10,000 guest nights to the southern city
Sabre’s new AI-powered solution returns accurate flight options in under half a second, reducing search failures and boosting agency efficiency
United Airlines has equipped more than 300 of its regional aircraft with Starlink, offering fast, reliable Wi-Fi, and aims to equip 500 mainline aircraft by 2026: "That’s one giant leap for in-flight Wi-Fi." The company also plans a big technology upgrade on Wednesdy, February 4, 2026
It's official: Singapore will become the world’s first airport testbed for CFM’s Open Fan engine technology, developed with Airbus and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
Online walking tours give travelers a real feel for cities before they commit to flights, hotels, and time off. Here is all you need to know about VR city experiences and why they've turned into many tourists' favorite tools
AI is becoming part of daily life, from writing emails to offering advice. Here’s what that means for travel, and why the industry is well placed to lead the next phase of conversational commerce shaped by generative and agentic AI, including new security considerations, according to Sabre
After about a year of trials and thousands of test rides, Singapore's Changi Airport has begun operating its first fleet of driverless baggage handling vehicles between terminals. Dubai launched a similar system last summer
FPT Group, which operates in 30 countries, has launched its operations in Israel. Global Chairman, Truong Gia Binh: "We came to learn from the startup world." FPT Israel Chairman: "We will be your bridge to Asia"
From the second half of 2026, Lufthansa Group passengers will enjoy ultra-fast satellite internet, free of charge for status passengers and Travel ID users
Biometric tourism is expanding: Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism has developed hotel check-in technology that allows guests to bypass the front desk and unlock their rooms with a smartphone. Are digital car rentals coming next?
Google is rolling out Gemini-powered translations that better handle idioms and context, along with live speech translation through headphones and expanded language learning tools; travelers can enjoy mixed-language conversations in real-time
Meet Flexrotor, Airbus' new solution for European coast guard units. Small, smart, and capable of taking off from a particularly small surface. What else can it do?
Starting Feb 2026, passengers without REAL ID can pay $45 to verify their identity at security checkpoints using TSA Confirm.ID; the fee will cover a 10-day travel period and will be available at select airports
Technology giant Samsung has launched the Smart Tagged Baggage service that lets you place a tiny device in your suitcase and attach a location report to your lost luggage complaint. Initially, the service will only work with one airline, with others joining later
FITUR, the global benchmark for driving and promoting tourism, has announced it will expand its Travel Technology area by 50% in 2026, bringing 150+ global firms to the new Knowledge Hub in Hall 12, focused on AI, data, and digital innovation
More than facial recognition at the terminal: Indonesian airports are first in the world to launch a corridor that allows passengers to pass without stopping or showing a passport; the Seamless Corridor will replace border controllers
Experience a seamless journey with cutting-edge facial recognition at Dubai's airport
Three of Europe's largest aerospace and defense companies plan a joint venture that will combine their activities in the field of satellite systems and space services
Agentic AI Predicts a Paradigm Shift
They are young entrepreneurs working around the clock on travel & hospitality startups, never forgetting where they came from, and yes - they are still fighting for their place in the male-dominated business world. Meet the strong and inspiring women behind Israel tech week
