Britannia named worst UK hotel chain for tenth year in a row
Britannia has been named as one of the UK’s worst hotel chains, after coming bottom in a consumer survey for the tenth year in a row.
IAG Loyalty partners with Uber helping riders collect Avios with every trip
IAG Loyalty has today announced it is launching a new partnership with Uber in the UK, enhancing the value of its global currency, Avios, and helping British Airways Executive Club…
Virgin Atlantic braces for economic turbulence
The boss of Virgin Atlantic anticipates some softening of demand for air travel from the looming recession but says bookings are holding up for now.
Majority of UK employees expect businesses to set corporate flying reduction targets
Three in five business travellers report having curbed their flying habits as a result of the pandemic in a new survey.
British Airways launches corporate tool to manage emissions
British Airways is creating a new platform for corporates to measure, manage and reduce their carbon emissions from flights.
Travel industry urges Sunak to provide ‘stability and confidence’
The UK’s latest prime minister Rishi Sunak has been urged by travel organisations to provide “stability, clarity and confidence” to businesses in the sector after weeks of economic turmoil.
The Apartment Network to receive extra funding from owner
UK-based serviced apartment distribution provider The Apartment Network is to receive additional funding from its parent company, private equity firm Ansor.
Premier Inn surpasses pre-Covid sales and profit on ‘robust’ demand
Premier Inn owner Whitbread has surpassed its pre-Covid sales over the summer as the budget hotel brand has “made good progress” in attracting more corporate travellers.
Heathrow warns demand will take several years to fully recover
London Heathrow has warned that a return to pre-Covid demand is likely to take “a number of years”, as the airport prepares to lift its current cap on passengers.
Enterprise expands operations into South Africa
Car rental provider Enterprise Holdings has expanded operations into South Africa following a franchise agreement with Woodford Group, the country’s largest independent car rental company.
Norse Atlantic secures US permission to expand with Gatwick flights
Norse Atlantic Airways has secured permission from the US Department of Transport allowing it to expand its operations from London Gatwick to the US.
Cathay Pacific to increase London flights for final months of 2022
Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific is to “substantially” increase capacity from London Heathrow in the final two months of 2022 as it rebuilds its long-haul network.