Global Travel Industry Weekly Roundup: People, Product, and Partner Moves

Here’s our curated roundup of this week’s top updates in the global travel industry, spotlighting key developments across platforms, partnerships, and executive appointments.

TourRadar Launches Spring Update
Adventure booking platform TourRadar rolled out new features including a smarter mobile app, “TourRadar Moments” rewards, and an AI-powered trip planner. The release also adds interest-free payments, guaranteed departures, and free eSIM data via Celitech.

Riyadh Air Signs with Sabre and TPConnects
Riyadh Air named Sabre as its first global distribution partner and also signed a content distribution deal with TPConnects. These agreements support the airline’s push toward dynamic offers and global NDC retailing.

NextTrip Partners with Nuitée
NextTrip integrated Nuitée’s API to offer 1.5 million additional lodging options, expanding its short-term rental offerings. The partnership also enhances its PayDlay flexible payment program.

Travel in Motion Merges with TailWind
TiM has added TailWind Airline Consulting to expand expertise in revenue accounting and modern retailing. Founder Joachim Zintl joins as partner to lead finance and reconciliation solutions.

PROS Debuts AI Agents
PROS unveiled a suite of AI-powered agents to streamline pricing, quoting, and revenue management. The tools integrate generative and predictive AI to improve operational efficiency.

eDreams ODIGEO, AXA Partner on Travel Insurance
AXA will provide insurance across eDreams’ European markets, covering trip cancellations, medical issues, and baggage loss—enhancing traveler confidence.

Otelier Appoints Chief Customer Officer
Hospitality tech firm Otelier named Rupali Sawhney as its first chief customer officer to drive client success and engagement worldwide.

Amadeus and BCD Expand Partnership
BCD Travel will resell Cytric Easy for Microsoft Teams. Amadeus also deepened its marketing partnership with Millennium Hotels & Resorts.

Raus and Klim Launch Climate Feature
Raus now lets guests fund regenerative farming in Germany through a booking add-on, aligning with sustainability goals.

Spotnana Unveils TMC-Focused Cloud Platform
Spotnana introduced a unified travel platform for TMCs, offering advanced booking tools, API access, and agent support features.

Bob W Expands Executive Team
Bob W hired new regional leads for Southern Europe and Iberia as it accelerates its serviced apartment expansion.

Mews Forms Hospitality Advisory Board
Mews launched a new board of hospitality leaders to advise on trends and innovation across hotel operations and guest experience.

BlaBlaCar Adds Train Tickets in France
The company now offers train booking alongside carpool and bus options, covering 350 stations in 200 cities.

Atriis Partners with Cosmos Business Travel
Portugal-based Cosmos will use Atriis’ platform to expand content access, reduce costs, and support sustainable corporate travel.

Aeroméxico Implements Volantio Platform
The airline deployed Volantio’s Re-Commerce Platform to re-accommodate travelers, improving load factors and revenue optimization.

Duetto and Event Temple Announce Integration
The two firms will provide automated booking workflows, real-time pricing, and venue availability syncing for hotels and event spaces.

Travix Appoints New Leadership
Casper Maasdam has been promoted to CEO of Travix, with Lesley Zandvliet named COO, marking a new phase of operational focus.

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Global Travel Industry Weekly Roundup: People, Product, and Partner Moves

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