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MAG does a turnaround

Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) posts a turnaround in operating profits at RM556 million from RM767 million a year ago. Its passenger traffic and capacity increased by 5.7X and 6.9X, respectively year on year and recorded an average load factor of 75 per cent for 2022. TT Bureau Malaysia Aviation Group …

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For Yas Island, India #1 market

Liam Findlay, CEO, Miral Destinations, highlights the importance of Indian market for Yas Island and says their focus is on promoting the destination in India, improving ties with the travel trade, and tapping M!CE & wedding segments. Janice Alyosius Liam Findlay, Chief Executive Officer, Miral Destinations, highlighting the importance of …

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Emirates’ bold approach to India

Tim Clark, President, Emirates, says the airline’s focus is on robust business model and commitment to meeting customer needs. He highlights the need for innovation and flexibility in the dynamic aviation market. Janice Alyosius Emirates airlines has emerged as one of the most resilient and innovative airlines in the aviation …

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M!CE must for hospitality: Poddar

Sudesh Kumar Poddar, President, Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), claims that urging the government to bring more events and boost M!CE industry in the country will be his key focus, which will not only bring business to hotels across India, but will also create better tourism …

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‘Travel demand promising’

Prabuddha Sen, Chief Operating Officer – South Asia at VFS Global, highlights the steps taken to improve customer experience, the future of traditional visa processing, and the collaboration with travel trade partners. Janice Alyosius The lifting of border restrictions and revival of international air travel have unleashed the pent-up demand …

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Hollywood stars descend on Mumbai

Do you know who was behind the city tours that Hollywood celebrities like Gigi Hadid, Zendaya, and Tom Holland took recently in India? Meet Eesha Singh and Harshvardhan Tanwar, Co-founders of No Footprints, who curated the experiences of the stars in Mumbai and brought the city back on the global …

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Flying green with SWISS

The Lufthansa Group has accumulated an extensive expertise in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technologies and their market development by participating in research programmes, pilot projects and alliances, and SWISS now being part of the group, the same applies to it also, says George Ettiyil, Senior Director Sales (South Asia), Lufthansa …

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Building on boutique island identity

Bahrain’s tourism recovery rate at 92 per cent is the fastest in the Middle East region and one of the highest globally. To reinforce its position as a boutique island destination, the country is spending a lot on tourism infrastructure, with waterfront developments, new hospitality ventures, and hotel properties launching …

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Agoda seeks tech talent for growth

The travel booking platform is actively seeking technology talent in India due to the abundance of high-scale, highperformance engineering solutions. With a focus on technology innovation, Agoda is experimenting with artificial intelligence and consumer fintech options to provide customers with the best possible experience. Janice Alyosius With innovation in mind, …

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