SITA integrates Google’s Find Hub into WorldTracer for smart baggage recovery
SITA has integrated Google’s Find Hub item locating sharing feature into WorldTracer, the global system used by airlines to find and reconcile delayed and mishandled baggage. This integration marks a significant shift, allowing passenger-authorised location data from major global mobile platforms to be seamlessly incorporated into the baggage recovery process...
SITA unveils Advance Flight Delay Notification API solution
SITA has launched Advance Flight Delay Notification API to give airlines and airports earlier visibility of potential delays, allowing teams to act sooner and limit disruption before it escalates. The financial impact of late intervention is already significant. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimates that air traffic flow management delays in Europe alone have cost...
Indians plan early, chase value; 73% already planning their 2026 travel: Skyscanner report
Responding to both the excitement and anxiety surrounding travel choices and to help travellers compare options effortlessly, Skyscanner also announced the launch of its Cheapest Destination Planner.
STAAH reveals 2025’s top 10 booking channels in India
The insights are drawn from STAAH’s network of partner properties and the booking data processed between January and December 2025. This year’s list said to reflect a continued rise in domestic travel demand, the influence of value-driven consumers, and the growing popularity of direct booking tools.
STAAH joins hands with Bamboo Saa Resorts & Spa
Bamboo Saa has deployed STAAH’s Max Channel Manager, Property Management System Integration, and Rate Stalk, rehauling its entire operations model as per these solutions to enhance visibility, pricing intelligence, and distribution efficiency across its portfolio, creating a more integrated and data-led revenue ecosystem.
Paytm launches dedicated AI travel booking app ‘Paytm Checkin’
Allowing travellers to ask, browse, and make bookings through simple conversation.
Emirates invests in facial recognition technology across Dubai International (DXB)
Allows customers to skip queues and speed through the airport every time they travel, choosing the route of the dedicated Biometric Zones when flying to and from Dubai International (DXB).
AI is rapidly becoming a trusted travel companion in key international markets, report shows
From itinerary planning to checking restaurant menus on the go, consumers are embracing AI tools like ChatGPT, Co-Pilot, DeepSeek and others to simplify, personalise, and enhance their journeys.
Scapia launches AI-powered platform to discover, book curated global experiences
Building a complete travel ecosystem the launch of Scapia Experiences is part of Scapia’s Winter Product Release, which also introduces Scapia Federal Add on Card and the Scapia Store.
StampMyVIsa raises INR 4 cr in bridge round led by Unicorn India Ventures
Funds raised will be used for future growth, marketing & supporting the acquisition of Teleport. Also, SMV recently acquired Kunal Shah-backed Teleport to grow its operations in South India and launched premium services like SMV Insure and SMV Global for the global travellers.
