Etihad Cements Commitment to India with Mumbai FC Sponsorship Agreement
Etihad Airways has signed on to be the Official Front of Shirt Sponsor of Mumbai City FC in a multi-year partnership starting from the 2024-25 season.
The Abu Dhabi-based airline said the move demonstrates Etihad's continued commitment to the Indian market and Mumbai City's profile...
ANA Becomes First Airline to Equip Passenger and Cargo Fleet with Fuel Efficient AeroSHARK Technology
Japan’s largest airline All Nippon Airways (ANA) has become the first individual airline to equip both its passenger and cargo planes with AeroSHARK technology.
This revolutionary surface technology - which is inspired by shark skin reduces drag, and enhances fuel efficiency.
AeroSHARK, a joint development by...
Topflight Signs Up as Headline Sponsor of Ian Dempsey Podcast
Irish-owned tour operator Topflight, has signed up as headline sponsor of legendary radio presenter Ian Dempsey’s first ever podcast, which is called Dempsey’s Dozen.
This sponsorship deal is Topflight’s first venture into the digital audio world.
Michelle Anderson – Marketing Manager, Topflight – said: “We...
One’s Company: The Rise of Solo Holidays
In recent years, the travel industry has witnessed a significant rise in the popularity of solo holidays. What was once considered the exclusive domain of the adventurous or the lonely has now become a mainstream choice, appealing to a broad range of travellers. The...
PONANT to Drive Brand Awareness with New ‘Your Are the Destination’ Campaign
French luxury boutique cruise specialist PONANT has launched a new creative campaign, called “You Are The Destination”.
The campaign runs across two adverts showcasing the brand’s polar and tropical journeys.
A key objective of this campaign is to anchor the brand’s awareness and drive consumer bookings....
Ryanair Calls for ‘Urgent’ European ATC Reform Following Latest Spate of Flight Cancellations
Ryanair has called for an “urgent” reform of European air traffic control (ATC) systems, following the latest operational difficulties which forced it to cancel flights in the Netherlands late last week.
A mix of staff shortages and equipment failure in the Dutch ATC centre last...
ITTN’s Weekly Competition – Win Now!
We hope you're enjoying our Saturday newsletter! This week we're sharing the week's top three most-read stories. And of course, we have another weekly competition.
The competition is – exclusive to agents – and gives you the chance to win prizes such as gift vouchers, spa days, nights...
ITTN: A Big Thank You to Agents and Trade for Your Continued Support!
Over the last 3 months, which happens to be the busiest travel season of the year, ITTN has continuously put out relevant news, and our travel agent community has been more than responsive to it.
We are so thankful for the travel agents and members of...
Explora Journeys Marks 1st Anniversary with Celebration of Trade Partners
With Explora Journeys celebrating its first anniversary this month, Head of Sales, UK and Ireland, Priti Mehta has reflected on how proud she is of the brand and team’s proactive approach to connecting with the trade.
Explora Journeys has hosted over 300 travel partners onboard EXPLORA I in...
Government Publishes 2nd Annual Progress Report on National Sustainable Mobility Policy
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has published the second annual progress report on the implementation of the National Sustainable Mobility Policy (SMP), and the associated SMP Action Plan 2022-2025.
The report summarises the progress made since the policy was launched in 2022. It highlights significant achievements...
United Airlines Cabin Crew Vote for Strike Action over Contract Dispute
United Airlines cabin crew have voted overwhelmingly for strike action over an ongoing dispute over work conditions and contracts.
Members of the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA union voted with a 99.99% majority for strike action, with the ballot seeing a 90.21% member vote turnout.
The ballot...
Ryanair Booking and Sales Partnership with Travelfusion Goes Live
Ryanair has announced that its recently agreed booking and sales partnership with Travelfusion, the largest flight aggregator in the world, is now live and open for use.
Ryanair announced the partnership at the end of July. The airline has built up a number of individual...
ClarityTTS and ASM Ireland Announce Strategic GSA Partnership
ASM Ireland, the leading independent travel trade GSA and sales representation company in Ireland, has announced the latest representation of OpenNDC by ClarityTTS.
OpenNDC is an AI powered, premier travel marketplace that specialises in B2B travel distribution globally.
ASM Ireland will further strengthen the reach and...
Tourism Ireland Tees Up Irish Golf at The Belfry
Tourism Ireland, together with four tourism companies from Ireland, is attending the British Masters at The Belfry Hotel & Resort in England this week.
One of the DP World Tour’s annual golf competitions, the British Masters attracts thousands of spectators each year – providing a...
Aer Lingus Launches Annual September Seat Sale
Aer Lingus has launched its highly anticipated annual September sale, offering 2 million seats at reduced prices on flights to Europe, Britain and North American destinations.
Live from September 2 - 16, the sale includes up to 30% off flights to some of Britain and...
Global Air Passenger Demand Hits All-Time High
Global airline passenger demand hit an all-time high in July, latest research shows.
Latest monthly passenger figures, from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), shows an 8% year-on-year increase in passenger demand for July.
Additionally, there was no significant negative demand impact from the CrowdStrike IT...
Viking Cruises Launches 6 New Itineraries in Asia
Viking Cruises has announced six new itineraries in Asia that will expand exclusive access for guests to Japan and China, with Tibet (Xizang) in 2025.
The new voyages range from 15 to 22 days and explore iconic destinations in China, including Shanghai, Beijing, Xi’an...
Emirates Doubles Number of Cities on Offer Beyond its Core Network
Emirates has doubled the number of cities it offers beyond its own network, over the past 12 months, unlocking travel opportunities to nearly 1,700 additional cities.
This, the Dubai airline said, has enabled an average of over 61,000 passengers to seamlessly connect on the shared...
TAP Air Portugal Offering Irish Residents Chance to Extend the Summer, Work Remotely and Earn Points
TAP Air Portugal is making it easier for Irish residents to work remotely this autumn - and to earn rewards while enjoying an extended summer in Portugal.
Through the airline’s Miles&Go loyalty programme, customers can rack up points when spending money with TAP’s partners including...
A Day on NCL’s Norwegian Dawn in Cobh
ITTN's Allie Sheehan joined NCL's Aaron Fletcher (Business Development Manager) onboard Norwegian Dawn this morning in Cobh along with travel agents from Cork and the surrounding areas.
The morning began with a quick introduction from Aaron and the latest updates from Norwegian Cruise Line. The...
