News in airlines:
“Technology by itself does not deliver sales”
Published: 15 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
IN-DEPTH: Aligning CRM strategy directly with the sales team CRM can be an able ally for the sales/marketing department in an organisation.
Commission cannot be replaced by transaction fees: regulator in India
Published: 15 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has reportedly issued a directive that agents will have to stop charging transaction fee and has also asked international carriers to resume their commissions to travel agents in India.
Who will you meet at EyeforTravel’s Travel Distribution Summit Asia in Singapore?
Published: 12 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
As the green shoots of recovery begin to appear across the Asian travel industry, the need for fresh thinking and innovative strategies for growth and recovery has never been greater.
Ryanair extends relationship with Webloyalty to partner in Germany
Published: 10 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
Webloyalty has expanded its presence in Europe by launching its operations in Germany. Ryanair has been announced as Webloyalty Germany’s launch client.
US Airways fined for violation of price advertising rules
Published: 09 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has fined US Airways $40,000 for violating rules that require airline price advertisements to disclose the full price consumers must pay for air transportation.
Lufthansa launches new iPhone application
Published: 09 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
Lufthansa has introduced a new social networking application for frequent flyers called MemberScout.
Virgin America eliminates Flash from its new website
Published: 05 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
Virgin America is ready with its new website, replacing the use of Adobe’s technology with similar HTML-based capabilities.
Continental to charge for extra legroom
Published: 05 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
Continental Airlines will offer customers the option of purchasing, at check in, premium seat assignments for unreserved economy-class seats that feature extra legroom.
TripAdvisor launches the full version of its flight search in the UK
Published: 03 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
Travel community TripAdvisor has officially launched its full flight search engine in the UK. The company says TripAdvisor Flights includes every major airline, including the UK’s largest low cost carriers.
Moving from listening to actively engaging with social media fans
Published: 02 Mar 2010 (0 comments)
IN-DEPTH: Interview with Virgin America’s VP marketing, Porter Gale. Be it for social media marketing or mobile web services, Virgin America is one organisation which stands out for its proactive approach.
