Qantas postpones wifi launch
- BTN News
- Monday, 27 March 2017
Qantas says it has had to postpone its in-flight wifi launch due to stability issues.
NZ moves closer to Open Skies with China
- BTN News
- Monday, 27 March 2017
Ahead of a possible 'Open Skies' agreement between the two countries, Chinese airlines will be able to operate 59 passenger flights a week to and from New Zealand (up from 49 a week) and fly domestically in NZ under an expanded bilateral air services agreement.
Australia 'watching' US/UK passenger device ban, will react if necessary
- BTN News
- Monday, 27 March 2017
The Australian government says there will be no follow-the-leader response to the decision by the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK) to stop airline passengers travelling with large personal electronic devices as cabin baggage on selected 'direct inbound flights' to the two countries. Only phones and medical devices are exempt from the ban.
ICC to host two top wine events
- MICE News
- Monday, 27 March 2017
In its latest move to support the NSW wine industry, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) will be the host venue for two major events that will showcase the State’s finest vintages to sommeliers, wine media and educators.
Pictured ICC Sydney's William Wilson (L), with New South Wales Wine Industry Association president, Tom Ward.
BET launches C&E web site
- MICE News
- Monday, 27 March 2017
Business Events Tasmania (BET) has launched a new web site designed to help Tasmania compete in the lucrative conference and incentive market.
Buyer applications open for 'This is Gold Coast Business Exchange 2017'
- MICE News
- Monday, 27 March 2017
Gold Coast Business Events is set to roll out a red carpet welcome once again to hosted buyers attending its signature event, the 'This is Gold Coast Business Exchange'.
The 2017 program will combine innovative themed events, site inspections and pre-scheduled appointments with Gold Coast meeting specialists and is designed to be a ‘one-stop-shop’ for conference planners. Registrations are now open to conference and meeting organisers who plan, research and make decisions regarding events. Click here to apply
Australia Post in Blockchain initiative
- BTN News
- Saturday, 25 March 2017
Australia Post has inked a deal with China-based Alibaba and health products firm Blackmores to combat the rise of counterfeit food being sold across China.
Johnston to head Accelya Mercator
- BTN News
- Saturday, 25 March 2017
Accelya and Mercator have merged, with the new company offering IT solutions for airlines, travel agents and transport companies.
Alaska plans end of Virgin America brand
- BTN News
- Friday, 24 March 2017
Having previously said the Virgin American brand would eventually disappear, Seattle, USA-based Alaska Airlines now says the end will come 'some time' in 2019.
Most UK mps back Heathrow expansion
- BTN News
- Thursday, 23 March 2017
United Kingdom members of parliament from all parties are backing Heathrow Airport expansion, viewing the plans as vital to the country's long-term economic prosperity.
ITB China adds travel tech platform 'eTravel World China'
- MICE News
- Thursday, 23 March 2017
ITB China in Shanghai, China in May 2017 will feature a new travel technology platform called eTravel World China.
Changi free meeting deal extended
- MICE News
- Thursday, 23 March 2017
The Crowne Plaza Changi Airport Singapore has extended its ‘Meet for Free’ deal until June 30, 2017.
The offer provides a complimentary meeting package for every participant who stays in the hotel, with a minimum booking of 10 rooms. Participants stay in ‘Business Rooms’ costing S$250++ per room per night, including buffet breakfast for one person and complimentary wifi throughout the hotel.
Garuda reports US$9.36m bottom line as A-P yields fall
- BTN News
- Thursday, 23 March 2017
Garuda Indonesia and its subsidiaries reported a 2016 net profit of US$9.36 million from carrying a total of 35 million passengers.
