Travel Weekly Group Ltd - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 18

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Roomangel appoints Kadam Jeet Jain as chief…

💻 Kadam Jeet Jain appointed as CTO of the roomangel Foundation. Tasked with enhancing AI capabilities for their Hive platform, Jain's experience includes co-founding Treebo Hotels and scaling it to over 1,000 hotels in 120 cities. Roomangel's Hive analyzes billions of hotel rates daily, aiming to improve yield and reduce intermediary dependency. The platform aspires to be the AI engine for verified hotel data, transforming travel through real-time, authentic information.

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Thai Airways invests in digital loyalty…

🛩️ Thai Airways and IBS Software have partnered to modernize the Royal Orchid Plus Programme through the iLoyal platform. This initiative aims to enhance member engagement using AI and data-driven capabilities. The platform supports integration with various sectors, adding value to the loyalty experience. Leaders Marcus Puffer and Gautam Shekar highlight the commitment to digital transformation, with Thai Airways focusing on "Power of Plus" to drive future growth and innovation.

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Agoda rolls out ambassador program

🌎 Agoda's new initiative links with travel creators on social media to boost bookings. Participants receive unique promo codes, earning commissions per booking, plus monthly sponsored stays and activities up to £169. Rewards include Agoda swag and travel credits up to £755. Agoda features creators in campaigns to expand their reach. With over six million properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities, Agoda offers extensive booking combinations.

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‘Dreamcrafter’ holiday finder portal…

💻 Simpson Travel launches the 'Dreamcrafter' holiday finder, a pioneering AI tool, in October 2025. This innovation helps agents find the perfect villa or boutique hotel for clients, offering a personalized, image-led experience. Clients search using terms like 'best infinity pools' or 'uninterrupted sea views.' Managing Director Ed Pyke emphasizes the tool's focus on subjective preferences, enhancing the decision-making process. Head of Trade Sales, Hannah Naylor-Vane, highlights its usefulness for agents and client interaction.

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Sojern forms its first European…

🗺 AI-powered platform Sojern launched its first European Destinations Advisory Board for 2025. This inaugural meeting took place in Paris with notable members from across Europe, including Emma Gordon from Marketing Manchester and Eleni Mitraki from GNTO. The board focuses on audience measurement, sustainability, and AI-led personalization to bolster destination marketing. Sojern's initiative aims to drive Europe's tourism industry forward by collaborating with tourism leaders to develop innovative solutions for global growth.

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myPlane’s new suite of AI capabilities take…

🚀 myPlane, a global online booking engine for commercial charter flights, has launched AI capabilities to aid airline revenue teams in tracking demand and setting margins. With over 150 airlines and 1,500 B2B users, the platform provides AI-powered quotation management and dynamic market pricing insights. This technology helps airlines forecast seasonal demand and adjust rates based on market behavior, making charter bookings more efficient and data-driven.

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Mews acquires DataChat platform

💻 Mews, a hospitality operating system, acquired US-based AI company DataChat. DataChat's expertise in natural language processing and data-driven automation will enhance Mews’ development of autonomous agents for hotel operations. These agents will optimize reservations, distribution, and guest experiences. Richard Valtr, Mews' founder, emphasized that the integration will unlock data for smarter operations. Viken Eldemir, CEO of DataChat, highlighted the transformational potential for intelligent personalization in hospitality, advancing Mews' AI roadmap for improved revenue and cost optimization.

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Travelsoft appoints Axel Nazarian as…

🗺️ European Travel technology group Travelsoft appointed Axel Nazarian as managing director last month. Travelsoft, parent company of Travolution, oversees nine platforms handling over €40 billion in bookings annually across 90 countries. Nazarian, with a Telecom Paris engineering background and experience at Carrefour and Veepee, will enhance global operations. CEO Christian Sabbagh emphasized Nazarian's role in scaling operations, while Nazarian aims to empower teams and optimize operations amid Travelsoft’s growth.

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Guest Post: Building ladders for women in tech

💬 79% of 2,200 tech professionals globally now consider diversity crucial in employers. Younger professionals (18-34) value it more (81%) than older ones (66%). Women face networking challenges; traditional models may exclude them. Mentorship is vital, yet 63% of women lack formal mentors. Inclusive networking and reciprocal mentorship can foster growth. The industry must empower women, ensuring leadership diversity becomes standard, not rare.

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Aeroitalia aims to streamline IT functions…

🛩️ Aeroitalia, an Italian airline, is upgrading its IT infrastructure with IBS Software's cloud-based iFlight Core system for better operations and crew management. This update, designed for small to medium-sized airlines, will be completed next year and features AI enhancements for decision-making and staff satisfaction. Aeroitalia's insights on the implementation will be shared at the iFlight Customer Summit in Prague on November 4-5, 2025.

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