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Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) and IHG Hotels & Resorts have signed a Five-hotel portfolio agreement, adding close to 1,500 rooms across key airport and commercial destinations in India. The partnership marks the India debut of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, IHG’s luxury lifestyle boutique brand. The hotels will be developed across Jaipur, Mangaluru, Thiruvananthapuram and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), strengthening hospitality infrastructure around major aviation and urban growth corridors. Mumbai, 14 May 2026: Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), India’s largest private airport operator, and IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, have signed a landmark managed hotel portfolio agreement to develop five hotels across key airport-linked and high-growth urban destinations in India. The agreement will add close to 1,500 keys across multiple brands and locations, in line with IHG’s growth plans for India. The development aligns with rising travel demand and the rapid expansion of India’s aviation, tourism and airport-led urban infrastructure sectors. The portfolio includes a Kimpton hotel in Jaipur as well as Holiday Inn, and Holiday Inn Express hotels within upcoming hospitality -led mixed-use developments as part of the Adani Airport cities. These hotels are planned across Navi Mumbai, Mangaluru, and Thiruvananthapuram. AAHL is also in advanced discussions with IHG to further deepen and expand this partnership. The partnership also marks the debut of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in India. Known globally for its design-led hotels, chef-driven dining experiences and boutique luxury positioning, Kimpton’s entry reflects the growing demand for premium lifestyle hospitality experiences in India. The announcement comes amid strong growth across India’s aviation and tourism sectors, with airport-led developments increasingly emerging as major hospitality and commercial hubs driven by rising passenger traffic, domestic tourism and business travel demand. Mr. Pranav Adani, Director, Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), said: “As the Adani Group expands its presence across hospitality and airport-led urban infrastructure, our vision is to create world-class destinations that seamlessly integrate travel, stay and urban experiences around India’s rapidly growing aviation ecosystem. We are building this platform in partnership with leading international hotel brands that bring global standards, operational excellence and scale. Our collaboration with IHG Hotels & Resorts, and the development of five hotels across key gateway destinations, marks an important step in strengthening high-quality hospitality infrastructure aligned with India’s long-term travel and economic growth.” AAHL, India’s largest private airport operator, serves millions of passengers annually across its growing airport network. The company is reimagining airports as integrated urban ecosystems that combine aviation with hospitality, retail, commercial and social infrastructure. Through its airport city developments spanning approximately 663 acres across key cities, AAHL is building mixed-use destinations designed to enhance travel experiences while driving long-term economic and urban growth. Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “The partnership with Adani Airport Holdings reflects the scale of opportunity we continue to see in India’s hospitality sector, particularly across gateway cities and airport-led developments that are witnessing strong demand from business, leisure and transit travellers alike. With a mix of luxury, premium and essentials brands, this portfolio allows us to meaningfully strengthen our presence across high-growth markets across the country. This agreement also marks an important milestone for us with the introduction of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to India” IHG Hotels & Resorts currently operates 52 hotels across six brands in India and has a pipeline of 98 additional hotels expected to open over the next three to five years.

Reinvents TARA as the conversational core of the new ixigo app,  a multimodal AI assistant that plans, books and acts for you Introduces Trip Mode:  a built-in travel companion that consolidates post-booking information and real-time travel alerts in one place Introduces Agentic Travel Flows: AI agents that proactively assist travellers in the background in real time ixigo, India’s leading AI-powered travel platform, today unveiled the new AI-native version of its app, reimagining travel through conversational and agentic AI experiences. The launch was announced at ixigo NEXT, the company’s flagship tech launch event. Unlike traditional travel apps that layer AI features onto existing systems, ixigo’s redesigned AI-native app has been rebuilt from the ground up with AI seamlessly integrated across the entire user experience, making travel more conversational, intuitive and deeply personalised. The platform moves beyond transactional booking journeys to become an intelligent travel companion that helps users discover, decide and act in one place, offering a truly transformative trip planning and booking experience for hotels and flights. Instead of navigating multiple filters and screens, users can simply express their intent naturally through voice and let the app guide them towards the best travel outcomes. At the heart of the experience is TARA, ixigo’s multimodal AI assistant, designed to fundamentally reimagine how users interact with the new ixigo app and plan their journeys. Meet the Reinvented TARA: ixigo’s Multimodal AI Travel Assistant Reinvented as the conversational core of the ixigo app, TARA has evolved into a deeply integrated AI-native travel companion designed to make travel planning more intuitive and personalised. Users can interact with TARA naturally in English, Hindi and Hinglish through voice, text or tap, with support for more languages coming soon. Unlike traditional chatbots that function as standalone API-based interfaces, TARA is deeply embedded into the app’s core user experience. TARA is capable of handling complex, intent-driven travel queries that go far beyond conventional search flows. Instead of navigating through multiple filters and screens, users can simply express their intent naturally through voice. From detailed requests such as “show me hotels in Dubai with an infinity pool and a view of the Burj Khalifa” to planning multi-city itineraries, TARA is designed to understand intent naturally. Users don’t even need to explicitly mention travel – a prompt like “Hi TARA, I forgot my anniversary, help me!” can instantly trigger personalised getaway and stay recommendations based on a user’s travel history, preferences, family context and past booking behaviour. The AI-assistant is also context-aware, meaning it understands which page or stage of travel planning the user is in and surfaces relevant information or actions accordingly. Beyond trip discovery and planning, TARA proactively assists users even when they are not actively using the app. It continuously tracks flight schedules, manages cancellations, processes refunds and provides real-time travel information such as flight schedule, weather updates, terminal and gate details, as well as contextual recommendations such as available lounges at the departure terminal. The New Trip Mode ixigo’s AI-native app also introduces Trip Mode, a new built-in travel companion designed to assist users throughout their journey. Trip Mode consolidates all post-booking information into a single view, including boarding passes, terminal and gate details, boarding information, baggage belt updates and other real-time travel alerts. The feature also helps users prepare for every stage of their journey from planning and packing to boarding and arrival. It offers contextual assistance such as suggesting when to leave for the airport based on live traffic conditions and providing relevant travel recommendations throughout the trip. Users can also receive personalised content suggestions, including recommendations on what to watch, eat or explore during their journey. Introducing Agentic Travel Flows ixigo is introducing agentic travel experiences where AI agents perform critical travel tasks autonomously in the background. ixigo’s AI agents send boarding passes directly to travellers on WhatsApp, while also giving them the option to add them to Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, and share them with Digi Yatra for a more seamless airport experience. Boarding passes stored in digital wallets are dynamically updated in real time if there are any changes to flight timings or gate information. Beyond flights, ixigo’s AI agents also proactively assist hotel travellers by coordinating with hotels ahead of check-in to verify room readiness and help ensure a smoother stay experience. There are AI agents that also monitor flight schedules in real time, alerts users to delays or schedule changes, and helps manage refund flows in case of cancellations. Many of these agentic features are permission-based and opt-in, ensuring users remain fully in control, with more agentic flows set to be introduced in the future. A Completely Reimagined ixigo Experience The new homepage is hyper-personalised and dynamically adapts to each user’s travel history, intent and stage in the travel journey. The app also introduces an entirely new visual identity and interface, including a sleek new dark mode experience. Speaking on the launch, Rajnish Kumar, Group Co-CEO and Aloke Bajpai, Group CEO, ixigo said, “Over the last two decades, ixigo has focused on building products that reduce anxiety and bring peace of mind to travellers. With the new AI-native version of our app, we are reimagining travel as a conversational, intuitive and deeply personalised experience powered by AI. The new ixigo app has been rebuilt from the ground up as an AI-native travel platform – not by adding AI in patches, but by integrating it seamlessly across the entire experience. We believe the future of travel will be agent-led, with AI that can understand intent, take proactive actions and assist travellers seamlessly before, during, and after their trips. By combining frontier AI capabilities with two decades of travel intelligence, real-time data and deep customer understanding, we are reimagining what a travel app can truly become in the AI era. Our vision with this reinvention was to create an actionable playbook for how AI-native reinvention can be done.

LuLu Hypermarket, through its loyalty programme LuLu Happiness, has announced a partnership with KrisFlyer, the lifestyle rewards programme of the Singapore Airlines Group. The partnership enables LuLu Happiness members to convert their Smile points into KrisFlyer miles, seamlessly linking everyday retail spend with global travel rewards. This collaboration brings together two strong consumer ecosystems—retail and aviation—to deliver greater value, flexibility, and aspiration to customers across India. From Everyday Purchases to Aspirational Journeys LuLu Happiness members earn Smile points across daily shopping categories including groceries, fashion, electronics, and lifestyle essentials. With the introduction of KrisFlyer miles conversion, members can now use these Smile points to unlock travel opportunities across Singapore Airlines and its low-cost subsidiary, Scoot’s extensive global network. The partnership reflects a growing shift in loyalty programmes—from transactional benefits to experience-led rewards—where everyday purchases can now translate into meaningful travel experiences. Strengthening Aspirational Loyalty By integrating KrisFlyer into its rewards ecosystem, LuLu Happiness strengthens its positioning as a modern, aspirational loyalty programme aligned with evolving customer expectations. For KrisFlyer, the partnership introduces a new retail-led pathway that allows members to engage with the programme through everyday shopping, further expanding its lifestyle relevance. Commenting on the partnership, MA Nishad, CEO – LuLu Group India, said: “At LuLu, we are focused on creating value that goes beyond transactions and truly enhances our customers’ lifestyles. Our partnership with Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer programme allows LuLu Happiness members to transform everyday shopping into aspirational travel experiences. This collaboration reflects our commitment to building a future-ready loyalty ecosystem that rewards customers in more meaningful ways.” Hsu Mae Goy, Vice President KrisFlyer Partnerships, Singapore Airlines added: “We are pleased to partner with LuLu Happiness to bring KrisFlyer miles closer to members through everyday retail experiences. This collaboration expands the reach of the KrisFlyer programme and offers members more ways to earn miles, reinforcing our focus on delivering value beyond the journey.”

14 new collectable amenity kits designed in-house by Etihad to be rolled out onboard this summer Designs inspired by destinations across Etihad’s impressive global network, as well as its home in Abu Dhabi LANEIGE skincare products elevate the onboard Business experience with new Etihad brand collaboration as part of the airline’s Etihad Wellbeing initiative Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, will progressively roll-out the Destination Collection, a new collectable amenity kit line, in Business cabins across its network this summer. The Destination Collection will feature 14 designs to collect, each design inspired by a stunning city from within the Etihad global network and includes a new range of LANEIGE skincare products to elevate the guest experience onboard. The Destination Collection: Inspired by the World We Fly Designed to celebrate the breadth and diversity of the Etihad network, the Destination Collection draws inspiration from destinations across the airline’s global map, transforming a functional inflight essential into a collectible keepsake. Etihad’s new Business amenity kit builds on the success of the collectable Finjans offered to premium guests in First onboard Etihad flights; each Finjan is designed to represent an Etihad destination, the cups are randomly allocated to guests flying in First and the designs refreshed regularly creating a thoughtful keepsake for guests of Etihad that reflects the Emirati heritage the airline champions. Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer Etihad Airways, said, “This new amenity kit collection reflects everything Etihad stands for: thoughtful design, a strong sense of place, and an elevated guest experience. Celebrating destinations across our network and partnering with LANEIGE to enhance inflight wellbeing, we’re going beyond to create an experience that feels personal, curated, and beautifully considered for our Business guests. Each kit a collectable keepsake inspired by the places we connect and meaningful even after your journey ends.” He added, “This is an exciting move for Etihad, bringing our Business amenity kit design in‑house allows us to empower the extraordinary talent across our organisation and provide the opportunity to create with purpose. The result is a collection that is authentically Etihad, designed by our people from start to finish.” The collection features two distinct bag styles: Pouch and Slim. Each style is available in seven colourways, with every colour representing a different city within Etihad’s impressively expanding network. The bags showcase the destination name and geographic coordinates embossed on the exterior, complemented by a faceted zipper puller and a bespoke interior lining featuring faceted artwork inspired by the city it represents. Every bag includes a serial number (1–7), indicating its unique artwork within the collection. The initial rollout will feature seven incredible cities from the airline’s network, including destinations Etihad launched in 2025 such as Krabi, Addis Ababa and Atlanta, as well as Calgary which will launch in October 2026. Each year as the collection expands, additional cities and artworks will be introduced progressively. At the heart of the collection is the Abu Dhabi Edition (#1), a tribute to Etihad’s home and strong Emirati heritage. Featuring the Zayed National Museum, the design reflects the city’s spirit of ambition and progress that continues to inspire the airline’s journey. Abu Dhabi (#1), Krabi (#2), Mumbai (#3), Lisbon (#4) Addis Ababa (#5), Calgary (#6), Atlanta (#7) Each flight will be loaded with a mixed selection of colours and destinations, ensuring guests encounter a different design each time they fly, encouraging collectability and making every journey feel unique. Each kit continues to include Etihad’s signature comfort essentials, such as an eyeshade, earplugs, and dental kit, alongside an elevated skincare experience. LANEIGE Joins Etihad Onboard Etihad has partnered with LANEIGE, one of the world’s most loved K‑beauty brands, to introduce a curated selection of hydration-focused skincare for guests in Business. Etihad is the first airline to collaborate with the brand, known for delivering innovative skincare experiences, and exclusively the only airline to offer LANEIGE products onboard to its premium guests. The collaboration is a part of the airline’s efforts to create a holistic, wellness-oriented environment when travelling with Etihad, as part of the Etihad Wellbeing initiative. The initiative has driven the introduction of the airline’s Quiet Cabin, and intentional changes to it’s onboard offering, encompassing culinary, product, environment and more. Built on a philosophy driven by curiosity and science, LANEIGE brings decades of Korean skincare expertise onboard, with clinically proven formulations designed to restore moisture and comfort during travel. PilKyung Choi, Brand President of LANEIGE, commented, “We are immensely proud to partner with Etihad Airways as the first Korean beauty brand to be part of this global onboard amenity programme. This partnership represents a deeply meaningful milestone for LANEIGE, bringing our skincare expertise into the flight environment and extending the LANEIGE universe beyond the ground.” “By uniting LANEIGE’s skin barrier science with recovery focused care for travel stressed, jet lagged skin, we are creating an effortless, sensorial experience designed to support comfort and energy at altitude. It is skincare you feel, lightweight and intuitive, powered by science. Through this collaboration, we invite guests to experience the LANEIGE Wonder in the air: an effortless, sensorial journey where skin barrier science supports recovery, comfort, and energy throughout the flight.” Guests will enjoy a curated edit of LANEIGE’s iconic products: LANEIGE Water Sleeping Mask, powered by hyaluronic acid and squalane to replenish moisture and revive tired-looking skin LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask, delivering intense hydration with Berry Fruit Complex, Murumuru Seed, and Shea Butter Hand Cream, a deeply hydrating formula that restores softness and relieves dryness Together, the collection ensures guests arrive feeling refreshed, radiant, and comfortably hydrated.

The Ritz-Carlton, Pune is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Nikhil Bhaskaran as Director of Food & Beverage. Bringing over 10 years of distinguished experience in luxury hospitality, Nikhil joins the leadership team with a proven track record of elevating dining experiences and driving operational excellence. In his new role, he will oversee the hotel’s diverse food and beverage portfolio, including signature restaurants, bars, in-room dining, and banqueting operations. He will focus on curating innovative culinary concepts, enhancing guest experiences, and strengthening the hotel’s position as a leading dining destination in Pune. Prior to joining The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, Nikhil served as Food & Beverage Manager at Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi, where he led multi-outlet operations, driving revenue growth through strategic planning, menu engineering, and experiential dining initiatives. He also held key leadership roles at The Lodhi, New Delhi, where he played an instrumental role in achieving record-breaking revenues, executing successful food pop-ups, and elevating the hotel’s dining experiences. Nikhil’s expertise spans concept development, team leadership, and guest-centric innovation. His career also includes valuable experience with renowned luxury brands such as The Leela Palace and The Oberoi Amarvilas, where he honed his foundation in service excellence and hospitality leadership. At The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, he will spearhead the food and beverage operations, with a vision to refine dining concepts, optimize performance, and craft distinctive guest experiences aligned with the hotel’s commitment to luxury and exceptional service.

The MoU supports Cape Town and the Western Cape’s Growth for Jobs Strategy by identifying opportunities to promote the region in key destinations on the airline’s vast global network On the sidelines of Africa’s World Travel Market (WTM), Emirates (www.Emirates.com) and Wesgro have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive inbound tourism and boost visitors to Cape Town and the Western Cape. The partnership underscores the airline’s longstanding commitment to the market through attracting visitors from across its global network supporting the province’s strategy of unlocking tourism growth. The MoU was signed by Afzal Parambil, Emirates’ Regional Manager for Southern Africa and Wrenelle Stander, Wesgro’s Chief Executive Officer, at the Emirates’ stand at WTM. Under the agreement, Emirates and Wesgro will collaborate on boosting travel from key growth markets including the GCC, Far East, India, and other mutually identified source markets, to promote the destination and encourage travellers to experience the abundance of natural, cultural and historical attractions. Afzal Parambil said, “Cape Town is one of our most visited and most consistently in-demand destinations on our African network. Through this agreement with Wesgro, a longstanding and essential regional partner, we will collaborate to unlock new growth opportunities and further stimulate inbound tourism from key destinations on our global network, by showcasing the beauty and breadth of experience that Cape Town and the Western Cape have to offer. This partnership also further supports and complements our plan to introduce a third daily frequency to Cape Town, served by our newest aircraft type, the Airbus A350. This agreement is another signal of our steadfast commitment to South Africa. We look forward to playing a meaningful role in Cape Town’s tourism success story for years to come.” Wrenelle Stander said: “As the tourism, trade, and investment promotion agency for the region, Wesgro continues to focus on stimulating demand, strengthening trade relationships, and unlocking new opportunities across priority markets. Partnerships with organisations such as Emirates offer system-scale opportunities to engage global stakeholders and accelerate this momentum. Through ongoing collaboration with airlines, tourism trade and industry partners, Wesgro is positioning Cape Town and the Western Cape as a leading destination for both business and leisure – offering world-class, premium experiences, with love from the locals.” Tourism is a key pillar in Cape Town and the Western Cape’s economy, creating tens of thousands of employment opportunities and serving millions of tourists who visit the country each year. The partnership between Emirates and Wesgro supports the province’s Growth for Jobs Strategy, which aims to unlock inclusive and sustainable tourism growth. In 2025 Cape Town International Airport recorded a record-breaking 11.1 million two-way passenger traffic, accounting for both domestic and international travellers. In recent years, Emirates has seen consistently high demand for travel into Cape Town, with high volumes of passengers from the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. Emirates first launched services to Cape Town in March 2008, the airline’s second city in South Africa, after Johannesburg which began operations in 1995. Over the years, Emirates has steadily scaled operations to foster strong and reliable connectivity between Cape Town and the wider world, via Dubai. In 2025, Emirates deployed its retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft to the city and, this summer, is planning to add third daily frequency, served by its newest aircraft type, the Airbus A350. The deployment enhances travel options between South Africa and Dubai, with Emirates’ full suite of products and services available for customers to enjoy – from the iconic A380 and the fully-retrofitted Boeing 777 to the next-gen A350. South Africa remains the only African nation to be served by all three aircraft in Emirates’ fleet. Beyond passenger connectivity, Emirates SkyCargo facilitates trade to and from South Africa, further stimulating the economy and connecting South African businesses with their global customers, quickly, reliably and efficiently. From Cape Town, Emirates SkyCargo moves significant volume of fresh produce such as fruits and vegetables, chilled meats, dairy, seafood and fresh cut flowers, transporting perishables from farm to shop with turnaround times of just 24 – 48 hours.

Etihad introduces the game-changing Airbus A321LR twice daily to Mumbai and New Delhi, complementing twice daily wide-body services to each city Luxurious lie-flat Business seats, all with direct-aisle access, now on all four daily flights connecting Abu Dhabi to the two Indian metropolises Guests can now enjoy Etihad’s renowned First experience on the A321LR from both cities National, India – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has elevated its premium travel experience across all flights connecting Abu Dhabi to Mumbai and New Delhi, both operating four times daily. The airline will introduce its game-changing Airbus A321LR twice daily to both Mumbai and New Delhi, which will complement two daily wide-body services connecting Abu Dhabi to each city. Consequently, all guests flying from the two cities in Etihad’s premium cabins will enjoy the airline’s award-winning hospitality, with lie-flat, direct aisle access luxurious seats. Arik De, Etihad’s Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, said: “This is a major upgrade on our flights connecting Abu Dhabi to Mumbai and New Delhi, which demonstrates our commitment to the strategically important Indian market where we serve 11 gateways.” “Guests travelling to and from both cities can now enjoy a true First experience throughout their entire journey when connecting from these cities to global destinations like London, Paris, Zurich, Geneva, New York and Toronto. Likewise, our Business guests will enjoy lie-flat seats and a premium experience with luxury amenities, fine dining and hospitality on all flights connecting Mumbai and New Delhi.” First Deluxe and Business Deluxe guests will also benefit from a luxurious ground experience, with door-to-door chauffeurs, with First Deluxe guests also benefitting from the Etihad Concierge, a personal travel assistant service and Meet and Assist at the airport, making travel as effortless as possible. The A321LR experience The Airbus A321LR, which already operates all flights to Kolkata, provides elevated comfort, refined design and high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity across all cabins. The A321LR introduces a true First experience with two private First Suites, with sliding doors for privacy and an elegant space to dine, work and relax. With space for a companion, the First seats transform effortlessly to fully flat beds complete with luxurious textiles. Seats feature a 20-inch 4K screen, wireless charging and Bluetooth connectivity, and guests will enjoy Etihad’s renowned First culinary experience. In the Business cabin, there are 14 lie-flat, window-facing seats, each with direct-aisle access for enhanced privacy. Luxury amenities and fine dining elevate the service. In the Economy cabin, 144 ergonomically designed Economy seats feature 4K touchscreens with Etihad’s extensive range of entertainment including a wide-range of movies from Bollywood to Hollywood.

FLY91 commences three new routes, namely, Solapur–Hyderabad, Hubballi–Hyderabad and Hubballi–Bengaluru.  Pure play regional airline FLY91 marked yet another significant milestone in its growth journey with its inaugural operations to Hubballi on Friday (April 17), where the airline was accorded a customary ceremonial water cannon salute on arrival. The airline flagged off three routes on the same day, further strengthening its footprint across key regional corridors. FLY91 commenced operations on three new routes, Solapur–Hyderabad, Hubballi–Hyderabad and Hubballi–Bengaluru, even as the airline stays committed to Solapur increasing the frequency of its Goa–Solapur service, responding to growing passenger demand for reliable and convenient travel options in the sector. Hubballi, a prominent trade, education and industrial hub in North Karnataka, plays a critical role in driving regional economic activity. Improved air connectivity to cities such as Hyderabad and Bengaluru is expected to further support business travel, educational access and industrial linkages, while offering passengers a safe, reliable and convenient alternative to surface transport. Commenting on the expansion, Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and CEO, FLY91, highlighted that the addition of Hubballi reinforces the airline’s focus on strengthening regional connectivity. “The addition of Hubballi to our network reflects our continued commitment to building reliable, trustworthy and convenient regional air connectivity through our vision of ‘Connecting Bharat’. Hubballi is our regional airline’s 12th domestic destination after just two years of starting operations. Connecting as many as two dozen tier 2 and tier 3 destinations in central and southern India within that relatively short timespan is testimony to FLY91’s pursuit of measured growth and commitment to connecting underserved destinations in the country.” Further, addressing seasonal demand, he added, “Due to the peak demand during the summer holidays, we are introducing additional flights on the Agatti–Kochi route twice a week from April 16 to May 20, 2026. This has been a successful route for us, and the increased frequency will help us better serve rising passenger demand.” Bookings for the new sectors are now open across all channels, including the airline’s website and travel partners. In an industry-first move in Indian domestic aviation, pure play regional airline FLY91 has also introduced a disruptive, pre-booked baggage fare structure that allows passengers to select from fixed baggage slabs at the time of booking. This initiative is part of FLY91’s broader bouquet of innovations focused on building a digitally lean, customer-first airline. With the new product offering Smartbag91, FLY91 continues to innovate, bringing greater transparency, predictability and flexibility to the passengers’ journey. With these additions, FLY91 has expanded its network to 12 destinations – Goa (Manohar International Airport, Mopa), Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Solapur, Jalgaon, Sindhudurg, Kochi, Agatti, Hubballi, Vijayawada and Rajahmundry.

First in-terminal quick commerce delivery by an e-commerce platform at CSMIA Terminal 2 Passengers can receive orders across boarding gates, lounges, food court and partner outlets Deliveries are handled by trained on-ground personnel within minutes, ensuring a seamless and secure experience Mumbai, 1 April 2026: For travellers rushing through departures, a forgotten charger, a quick snack, or even a bottle of water can now be a tap away. Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), India’s largest private airport operator, in partnership with Blinkit, India’s leading quick commerce platform, has launched India’s first in-terminal quick commerce service at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Mumbai. The service is now live at Terminal 2, domestic departures, bringing app-based delivery directly into the airport experience. Passengers can order essentials through the Blinkit app and have them delivered to their location within the terminal, including boarding gates, lounges, the food court and select partner outlets. Deliveries are carried out by trained on-ground personnel, ensuring a seamless and secure experience without disrupting travel timelines. AAHL Spokesperson said: “Adani Airports is reimagining how digital services can enhance the airport experience. Bringing app-based convenience into the terminal allows passengers to make better use of their time and raises the overall service standard. This is a step towards building more responsive and passenger-centric airports.” The offering spans travel accessories, electronics, snacks, books, baby care and personal essentials. Permissible liquids such as packaged water, cold beverages and juices are sourced from approved in-terminal inventory, in line with airport security protocols. For Blinkit, the initiative extends quick commerce into a high-frequency, high-intent environment, driving deeper online adoption and consumer penetration. For AAHL, it reflects a strategic push to enhance passenger convenience while unlocking non-aeronautical growth through digitally enabled retail. The service also brings a new level of accessibility and affordability to airport retail, giving travellers more choice without the typical constraints of time and location. With high passenger throughput at Terminal 2, the initiative addresses a familiar gap in the travel journey, enabling access to essentials exactly when they are needed. The rollout aligns with AAHL’s focus on building technology-led, passenger-centric airports, where convenience, accessibility and seamless digital experiences define the journey.

Signature Logo-Inspired Design, Comfort And Personalisation Options   Saudi Company Al-Harithy Tailoring Chosen To Produce Outfits Jeddah, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA – flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, has unveiled a newly designed cabin crew uniform which debuted across its four operational bases during Eid Al Fitr. Representing flyadeal’s continued evolution as a modern Saudi airline, combining style, inclusivity and practicality, the new-look reflects the airline’s youthful and vibrant identity – from flyadeal’s signature ‘equal sign’ logo subtly woven into the design, to the flexible comfort offered to crew. Designed with both cultural considerations and practicality in mind, the uniform respects traditional modesty preferences. Crew have flexible styling options, allowing personalisation within brand guidelines to suit them in a working environment, both in the air and on the ground. A distinctive feature is the necktie, scarf and hijab, decoratively complementing flyadeal’s logo and core purple brand colours. This subtle design element reinforces the airline’s philosophy of equality in travel, also serving to distinguish levels of seniority among crew, now totalling over 700. A collaborative effort between flyadeal’s inhouse design team and Saudi company Al-Harithy Tailoring, the refined design, look and feel also involved the crew department for feedback along the journey from creation to execution. Steven Greenway, flyadeal Chief Executive Officer, said: “Our new cabin crew uniform is a natural evolution of flyadeal’s identity as a modern, inclusive and proud Saudi airline. “As we rolled out the new uniform on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr from our bases in Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam and Madinah, it was a great moment for our crew to celebrate and have both a feel and greater sense of confidence presenting themselves as frontline flyadeal ambassadors.” Tanya Appleyard, flyadeal Inflight Advisor, explained that the company went through various concepts to refresh the uniforms, engaging cabin crew for feedback along the way before going into production. “This was important to ensure our crew had the buy-in and feeling of being part of the process of this exciting new chapter in flyadeal’s journey that has also involved a local company brought onboard for production of the uniforms,” she said. “Female uniforms prominently feature purple with crew opting for three-quarter or long-sleeved blouses. Male crew incorporate refined purple accents through vest linings, pocket seams and jacket lapel buttonhole stitching, ensuring strong brand visibility across the cabin. They may choose between long- and short-sleeved shirts.” Ghizlane Rabii, flyadeal Senior Cabin Crew Services Manager, added: “As cabin crew are the face of flyadeal, wearing a uniform that reflects our personality and values makes a real difference. The new design is comfortable, practical and proudly represents our culture. We especially appreciate the flexibility in styling, which allows the crew community to feel confident and at ease on every flight while maintaining a strong and consistent brand presence.” flyadeal has rapidly developed into the Middle East’s fastest growing airline operating a young fleet of 45 aircraft from bases in Jeddah, Riyadh, Madinah and Dammam to more than 40 seasonal and year-round destinations across Saudi Arabia, and in the Middle East, Europe, North Africa and South Asia. By 2030, in line with Saudi Vision 2030, flyadeal expects to more than double its network and fleet to over 100 destinations and aircraft respectively.