New rail fastening systems are helping contractors manage infrastructure growth despite a shortage of skilled workers. Pandrol's Cédric Van Schammelhout highlights the impact of these innovations.
China opened 1444.9 km of high speed rail between June and September, with 88% of the new lines consisting of bridges and tunnels.
Norwegian Aura will operate two cruises between Trieste and Athens in May 2027, with an early delivery date.
Explora Journeys has launched its first President's Journey with Anna Nash, offering exclusive Mediterranean experiences and private conversations with passengers.
A new rail market study predicts steady growth in railway demand through 2031, following recovery from the pandemic.
Marriott's AI agent now handles afternoon tea bookings, while competitors are limited to five search fields. TRevPAR dropped 8.8% as RevPAR rose 6.3%.
Disney Cruise Line's 2027 Disney Believe will be the final ship in the Wish class, with a new series of ships set to follow.
Point Hotel Brisbane used Canary Technologies to save 300 staff hours in six months and earn over AUD 60,000 in extra income.
Samsung's Frame hospitality TV is now available in 55
A German court has blocked a rail regulator's plan to allow private operators into the long-distance passenger rail market. The ruling could delay efforts to increase competition in the sector.
Virgin Group has ordered 12 high-speed trains from Alstom for cross-Channel use. The order includes 30 years of maintenance and plans for integrated flight and rail booking systems.
White Rainbow has replaced per-property systems with Mews PMS, RMS and Flexkeeping to improve remote operations across eight properties in the Adirondacks, Montana and Vermont.
Royal Caribbean will present its third-quarter results on October 27, with a live webcast for analysts.
A California resort used ghost tours and influencer trips to increase October occupancy. Clean data helped track demand spikes.
Passenger survey results show strong visitor satisfaction for Newcastle's 2026/27 cruise season, with record numbers reported.
A six-step framework for hotels switching property management systems includes goal-setting, data curation, and vendor evaluation.
Hozpitality Group held its first Women Leadership Forum in Los Angeles on October 7, featuring 70+ executives from hospitality, aviation, entertainment, and tourism.
Tanzania Railways Corp has hired Systra to assess a three-line monorail network in Dar es Salaam, where the population is expected to reach 10 million by 2030.
AI provides instant market data, but trust from consistent service remains a key differentiator for hospitality sales teams.
Marriott's AI agent on Fliggy can book afternoon tea and rooms, while other hotels have limited AI functions.
A hotel manager argues the hospitality industry must work with colleges to present hospitality as a long-term career, not just temporary work.
78 million US travelers prioritize mobile-first tech and authentic local experiences when selecting hotels.
Hotels.com's Unpack '26 report highlights a 194% year-over-year increase in searches for hotels in repurposed historic buildings.
TRevPAR fell 8.8% in 2025 U.S. hotel data, outpacing RevPAR's 6.3% decline, showing room-only metrics miss non-room revenue trends.
A 42-room West Virginia ski lodge used self-service kiosks to collect guest data during off-hours, reducing reliance on 24/7 front desk staff.