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February 14, 2013

In case you missed them – our 2013 travel industry studies

by Online Marketing Manager, Amadeus IT Group In case you missed them – our 2013 travel industry studies

This year is off to a prolific start in terms of our travel industry studies. Already, we’ve published three game changing papers – have a look at them all below in case you missed them previously.   The big FOUR travel effects 1 2 3   Clearing the Cloud; Best of Open Systems and Cloud [...]

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October 11, 2012

EVA Airways joins the Altéa community as we look forward to many years of partnership

by Executive Vice President, Airline Group, Amadeus Asia Pacific

September 24th was an exciting day. A day of firsts for Asia Pacific. It was a day when EVA Airways and its subsidiary, UNI Airways, joined a common IT platform (the Amadeus Altéa suite) used by 64% of Star Alliance members – ensuring seamless integration and access to a wide range of enhanced customer service [...]

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July 25, 2012

Why Bob Marley inspires me

by President, Amadeus Asia Pacific

What inspires you? A great musician, sportsman perhaps? For me, it’s Bob Marley as he was an amazing musician. I can often be heard humming ‘Jammin’ at the end of the day, especially if it’s been tougher than usual. Someone recently asked me why I liked his music and it got me thinking. There are [...]

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May 31, 2012

We are honoured to be recognised for our CSR efforts in Hong Kong

by General Manager, Hong Kong, Amadeus IT Group

Recently our office was awarded the Caring Company Award by the Hong Kong Council of Social Service. This is the third consecutive year we have received this title as a result of our commitment to caring for the community, our employees, and the environment. Our staff participated in fund-raising activities, home visits and community programmes, [...]

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March 8, 2012

Full steam ahead in Asia Pacific

by President, Amadeus Asia Pacific

While travel players in Europe and the US are hoping for the best and preparing for the worst due to sliding economic indicators, I feel very lucky to be able to say that things are looking more optimistic in Asia Pacific. We are fortunate that our region is fortified by emerging economies such as China [...]

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December 27, 2011

Continuing to climb through turbulent conditions

by President, Amadeus Asia Pacific

When looking back on 2011, many commentators are reflecting on the crises and turbulence that the travel industry has encountered. Undoubtedly these events have impacted all of us, but in my view, that’s just a normal year in our industry. I would find it more remarkable if we faced a year without crises – that [...]

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September 22, 2011

Altéa in Asia Pacific – helping airlines balance service and cost

by President, Amadeus Asia Pacific

I am definitely what you would call a Frequent Flyer, averaging six to eight flights every month. Since the majority of my travel is within Asia Pacific, I’ve become very accustomed to the high level of service I receive on Asian airlines. The warm welcome when boarding the plane, the friendly service during the flight and the fond farewell upon landing. Small touches like hot towels, the Thai orchids that feature on a Thai Airways flight, the offer of a Singapore Sling cocktail with Singapore Airlines or a cup of Jasmine tea on Cathay Pacific, go a long way.

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