Innovation

🌍 Falkland Islands Tourist Board launched the Explore Falkland Islands App in collaboration with Outdooractive. Who? Falkland Islands Tourist Board and Outdooractive. When? App developed in 7 weeks, launched early 2025. Where? Falkland Islands. What? A free app for iOS and Android providing access to nearly 100 walking and off-road routes, offline maps, and guides. How? By utilizing Outdooractive’s platform and technology, enhancing global digital presence, and connecting with 60 million outdoor enthusiasts.

✈️ Ethiopian Airlines is adopting Accelya's FLX Select, a New Distribution Capability (NDC) service, to enhance its travel retailing. Leveraging Accelya's expertise, the airline aims to unlock new revenue streams and reduce distribution costs. Accelya powers nearly 50% of global NDC transactions. This adoption aligns with Ethiopian Airlines' strategic focus on retailing amid growing travel demand, while Accelya collaborates with AWS to deliver secure, scalable cloud solutions for modernizing airline retail operations.

🛫 Sweden’s Dala Airport has partnered with Ink Innovation for a direct agreement on the cloud-based Departure Control System (DCS) for check-in, boarding, and baggage operations since 2016. In 2024, Dala Airport handled over 15,300 passengers, including private and leisure charter flights. The airport, serving the Dalarna region, aims for flexibility in service development. The DCS setup allows quick staff training and consistent airline procedures, with potential expansion to mobile devices based on demand.

✈️ Abu Dhabi Airports (ADA) and SITA signed a Memorandum of Understanding to co-develop an AI-driven Intelligent Total Airport Management (iTAM) platform. This platform aims to integrate real-time data and insights across Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport, enhancing disruption detection, resource optimization, and passenger experiences. The collaboration positions Abu Dhabi as a leader in digital airport innovation, aiming to set a new global benchmark for smart, seamless journeys.

💵 Hotels leverage advanced POS systems to enhance guest experiences and boost revenues. Toast's POS, with features like the Toast Go 3 device, integrates with the PMS for seamless operations. Agilysys emphasizes mobile payments, offering Agilysys Pay for secure transactions. Shiji Group’s Infrasys POS focuses on user-friendly interfaces and reliability. FreedomPay uses AI for sales boosts and supports mobile payments. Oracle's Simphony processes 6.3 billion transactions annually, integrates with Opera PMS, and enhances service efficiency.