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The Bintan Triathlon 2023 Returns After Three Year Absence

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The Bintan Triathlon 2023 Returns After Three Year Absence - TRAVELINDEXBintan, Indonesia, October 26, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Over the past weekend, Bintan Resorts, in collaboration with TriFactor Asia, organised and flagged off the highly-anticipated return of the BINTAN TRIATHLON BY TRIFACTOR in 2023 after a three-year absence. Set against the scenic backdrop of Lagoi Bay, Bintan, this renowned event took place on 21 October 2023, marking its return to the world triathlon series. Athletes from around the globe gathered to compete in a test of endurance, encompassing swimming, cycling, and running. Adding to the weekend’s events, a Gran Fondo competition for cycling enthusiasts was introduced on 22 October 2023. The total field of triathlon and other races’ participants were more than 500, surpassing the target for this return event.

This year’s adult races saw the participation of athletes and sports enthusiasts between the ages of 16 to 71, and coming from more than 35 countries, including Indonesia and Singapore.

The Bintan Triathlon by TriFactor 2023 is a momentous revival of a sporting event that captivated enthusiasts in the past. The previous edition was held in 2019 and discontinued due to the unprecedented challenges brought about by the global pandemic from 2020 to 2022.

This event is supported and partnered by Wonderful Indonesia – Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, Wonderful Riau Island: Kepri Tourism Province and Bintan District Tourism Official.

The Guests of Honour presiding over the event are Pak Albert Wijaya, Indonesia Triathlon Federation – Riau Island Province, and Pak Max Federico Carlen, Indonesia Triathlon Federation – Riau Island Province.

Joining forces as esteemed Bintan Triathlon by TriFactor Ambassadors are well-known figures within the triathlon circuit including athletes Arthur Tong (Singapore); Elaine Young (Singapore); Choo Ling Er (Singapore); Andy Wibowo (Indonesia); Leanne Szeto (HongKong); Faith Garcia Miss Aura (Philippine); Kelly Tandiono (Indonesia) and Michelle Surjaputra (Indonesia).

Results Bintan Triathlon, 21st October 2023, as follows:

Category Age Group Gender 1st 2nd 3rd
Enduro 18 – 39 Male Alex Thio Kyle Fram Dex Cheong
Enduro 40 – 49 Male Andy Wibowo Assad Attamimi Mike Slaton
Enduro 50 – 59 Male Stephen Dow Mark Lampard Takayuki Watenta
Enduro 60 & Above Male Tanaka Hiroyuki – –
Enduro 18 – 39 Female Leanne Szeto Elaine Young Man Yun Yong
Enduro 40 & Above Female Mei Yin Lee Jaime Lim Marliny Abdul Samad
Olympic 18 – 29 Male Justin Kwik Gabriel Ong Wei Jie Ang
Olympic 30 – 39 Male Jerko Grom Andi Rahmat Adam Cotter
Olympic 40 – 49 Male Russell Van de water Larent Nicolas Christian Cavazzuti
Olympic 50 – 59 Male Chuk Chuen Robbie Chana Mark Ritchie
Olympic 60 & Above Male Inghie Kwik Joen Yen Lee Ebbie Baghaie
Olympic 18 – 39 Female Dea Salsabila Katie Gill Bianca Dharmasena
Olympic 40 & Above Female Catherine Epinat Wan Li Ho Mae Ong Gmira
Olympic Relay Team Relay All Team Croissant Lovers Team wtf – wheres the finish Team Lagoi

sport group B
Sprint Elite Male Yi JunTey Albert Wijaya Max Charlen Federico
Sprint 16 – 34 Male Rik Beugel Noah Schaffer Jaden Lim
Sprint 35 – 49 Male Alexander Beazley Untung Suropati Senen Iain Craig Anderson
Sprint 50 & Above Male Marnix Beugel Simone Morandi Lim lucky Limanjaya
Sprint Elite Female Wan Ting Lim Regine Xuan Xuan Goh –
Sprint 16 – 39 Female Renee Rommeswinkel Julia Riegel Kelly Tandiono
Sprint 40 & Above Female Shoko Suzuki Marlene Widjanarko Marchella Pesce

Results Gran Fondo Ride, Sunday, 22nd October 2023, as follows:

Experience 120k Open Age Group (Male) :
Experience 120k 18 – 39 Male Almy Hanggara Kyle Fram Christopher Keightley
Experience 120k 40 – 49 Male Metodio Mike Slaton Carlo Benazzi
Experience 120k 50 & Above Male Carl Wegner Vikram Khanna Michael Fernandes
Open Age Group (Female) :
Experience 120k 18 – 39 Female Ling Er Choo Sho Lekah Michelle Surjaputra
Experience 120k 40 & above Female Anna fritz Shoko Suzuki –
Explore 60K 18 – 39 Male Hans Morico Chandra Arthur Tong
Explore 60K 40 & Above Male Jeff Vlahovich Benny Eryanto Mohamed Amran
Explore 60K Open Female Elaine Young Mei Yin Lee Janise Quek

TriFactor, a brand by Orange Room, is Singapore’s foremost triathlon and

endurance sports brand in Singapore, and official partner with Bintan Resorts for the Bintan Triathlon by TriFactor 2023. Since its establishment in 2009, TriFactor has expanded its TriFactor Series across various Asian countries, including the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and China, providing a platform for all participants to forge connections and foster camaraderie as fellow triathletes from diverse backgrounds, uniting sporting communities.

“We are very excited to welcome the Bintan Triathlon after a long absence from the sporting scene,” said Mr Abdul Wahab, Chief Operating Officer, PT Bintan Resort Cakrawala (Bintan Resorts). “With the support we received, we were committed to holding an excellent event that was enjoyed by many, including a wide range of triathletes from all over the world. He continued: “We would like to express our gratitude to the Indonesian Embassy in Singapore, the Ministry Tourism & Creative Economy, Tourism Office of Bintan Regency and Riau Islands Province, Governor Riau Islands Province, Regent of Bintan, Head of the Bintan Regency Tourism Office, Federation Triathlon Indonesia, Bintan Resorts Council, and media partners for their support. With their help, we look forward to bringing more of such events and we are committed to growing sports tourism in Bintan Resorts, so look out for more sporting events to come in 2024.”

Mr Elvin Ting, Managing Director and Founder of Orange Room, said: “TriFactor is delighted to have partnered with Bintan Resorts to organise the Bintan Triathlon by TriFactor Festival in 2023. Our close collaboration aims to revive sports tourism in the breathtaking setting of Bintan, for now and into the future. The island’s extensive coastline, well-maintained roads, and exceptional infrastructure create an ideal training ground for athletes, ensuring their safety, enjoyment, and inspiration, offering our community the perfect location to train and compete at the highest level. It has been a successful weekend and we hope to see even more participants in future events.”

For more information about the Bintan Triathlon by TriFactor 2023 and detailed maps, and race routes please visit www.trifactor.asia/Bintan_Triathlon

About Bintan Resorts
Bintan Resorts is a multi-award winning, integrated beach resort destination that is host to 19 independent beach resorts, four designer golf courses, as well as an ever-expanding range of recreational facilities and attractions. It covers the entire northern coast of Bintan Island and is located just 60 minutes away via a catamaran ferry ride from Singapore, easily accessible for those looking for the perfect tropical beach getaway.

About TriFactor
TriFactor is dedicated to promoting accessible and inclusive good health through sports. Our comprehensive approach empowers members to achieve their fitness goals and aspirations to their fullest potential. By leveraging the latest advancements in sports science and technology, we help individuals overcome their self-imposed limitations and unlock their true physical and mental capabilities. Our focus on self-actualization promotes greater self-confidence and empowerment, leading to positive impacts on all areas of life. We support individuals at every stage of their fitness journey with a variety of themed destination races around the world, promoting sustainability, family bonding, and camaraderie. Our events are designed to be family-friendly, with activities and events for children and families, and we partner with local charities and organizations to give back to the community. We take steps to minimize our environmental impact, incorporate the latest sports science research and techniques, and use data-backed technology to track and analyse performance. At TriFactor, we believe that good health is not an event, but a lifestyle.

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Pullman Hotels Debuts in Singapore

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Pullman Hotels Debuts in Singapore - TRAVELINDEX - VISITSINGAPORE.orgSingapore, Singapore, March 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Pullman Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Pullman Singapore Orchard, marking the brand’s debut in one of the world’s most iconic gateway cities. Located on Orchard Road, the famous retail district, this modern and stylish hotel will allow guests to balance business and leisure in this vibrant destination. As the ultimate playground for today’s new entrepreneurs, Pullman Singapore Orchard marries progressive, vibrant design with intuitive and seamless hospitality to inspire minds and energize bodies.

Surrounded by major retail malls, leading fashion labels and global brands, Pullman Singapore Orchard will put guests in the city’s commercial heart. Orchard and Somerset MRT stations are only moments away, and Changi International Airport can be conveniently reached in just 20 minutes.

“Singapore is a trendsetting city that has evolved from an Asian economic hub into a vibrant global tourism destination. This makes it the perfect setting for our Pullman brand, which has a history that dates back more than 150 years and now attracts a new generation of digital nomads, millennial globetrotters, and business professionals. Pullman Singapore Orchard will deliver bold and creative stays, surrounded by world-class dining and shopping venues,” said Garth Simmons, Chief Executive Officer of Accor, Southeast Asia, Japan & South Korea.

Taking its cue from its metropolitan location, Pullman Singapore Orchard’s signature spaces are designed to celebrate the fashion powerhouses that surround it. On arrival, guests can enjoy a fully contactless check-in via the hotel’s mobile app and digital room keys. The 326 innovative, fashion-inspired rooms and suites come in nine configurations, ranging from the Classic Rooms to the Presidential Suite, and are fully automated so guests can customize every part of the ambiance, including the lighting and temperature. Smart TVs with screen casting provide endless entertainment options and guests can access all the hotel’s services via a dedicated app. In addition, a selection of Club Residence Rooms will offer access to the hotel’s Archive Club, a multi-purpose Executive Lounge with pockets for work, relaxation and social interaction. Families are welcomed with guaranteed inter-connecting rooms.

As the heartbeat of Pullman Singapore Orchard, level 4 of the hotel houses dining and social destinations. Eden Restaurant is proud to celebrate the diverse flavors of Asia with a modern twist. Set in a stunning, light-filled glasshouse, guests can dine in the backdrop of high-energy, live cooking stations. Also in the spotlight are well-crafted beverages that pay homage to Asian traditions with an exciting selection inspired by tropical destinations such as Bali, Borocay, and Phuket. Ideal for a coffee meeting or a post-work cocktail, the Atelier Lounge is a thoughtfully curated lifestyle space meticulously decorated with fashion-inspired artifacts. The first-of-its-kind in Orchard Road, the P.S.O. Beach Club offers guests the chance to relax and space to perform at their best, with ambient music, cozy cabanas, sun beds, a striking pool and a swim-up pool bar.

Named after iconic fashion destinations, Pullman Singapore Orchard’s “MEET/PLAY” spaces – New York, Paris and Shanghai – are designed to fuel creativity, encourage interaction and unlock new opportunities. Equipped with the latest technology, these dynamic spaces set the stage for a new generation of hybrid meetings, corporate events, team-building activities or social events such as evening cocktails or weddings.

When they are not working, shopping or exploring the city, guests can unleash their athletic energy at the fitness centre and outdoor swimming pool. In-Room Fitness Kit are also available.

One of the world’s most iconic gateway cities and a global centre of commerce, Singapore is a key market for Accor, which now operates 29 hotels and resorts in the Lion City. The debut of the Pullman brand will introduce a new era of individuality, exploration and expression to business and leisure travelers alike.

“For today’s new entrepreneurs, the lines between work and play are increasingly blurred. At Pullman Singapore Orchard, we have created the ultimate playground for this multi-hyphenate audience. Whether dining, drinking, working or sleeping, we’ve got all bases covered. We can’t wait to show Singapore what Pullman is about,” added Rob McIntyre, General Manager of Pullman Singapore Orchard.

About Pullman
Pullman Hotels & Resorts sets a new tempo in global travel and living, delivering an inspiring, energizing and enriching experience to new entrepreneurs. Pullman welcomes guests with the space they need to focus, work and play. Forward-thinking, hyper-connected and with a passion for art and fitness, Pullman retains the adventurous spirit and open-minded ambition that drove it to become a pioneering travel brand over 150 years ago. Today, Pullman features more than 140 properties in vibrant and cosmopolitan destinations around the world, including flagship properties such as Pullman Paris Bercy, Pullman Suzhou Zhonghui in Greater China and Pullman Maldives Maamutaa. Pullman is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,300 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL – Accor Live Limitless – a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.

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Record Number of Meetings at ITB Asia, MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia 2022

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Singapore, Singapore, October 25, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The 15th edition of ITB Asia, Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show’, came to a successful close today with over 27,000 business appointments and meetings recorded. The success of the first face-to-face ITB Asia since the beginning of the pandemic signals returning confidence that travel industry professionals have in the recovery of the tourism sector in Singapore and the region.

“The positive feedback from all attendees showed us how important personal exchange is after two years of holding a purely digital event. As a leading trade fair for Asia’s travel industry, ITB Asia once again provided a unique opportunity and platform for the industry to rebuild, reconnect and give answers to questions about how the MICE industry is making a huge comeback”, said Martin Ecknig, CEO, Messe Berlin.

Stellar line up of industry giants headlined ITB Asia Conference sessions

Under the theme “Go Big & Go Forward: Travel Industry on the Road to Recovery and Growth”, ITB Asia 2022 also had a large conference line-up including the co-located MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia. This year’s conference sessions ended with over 3950 minutes of high-powered content over 100+ sessions where over 180 leading industry heavyweights and innovators in three conference theatres discussed topics critical to the future of MICE, corporate travel, leisure travel and travel technology. Prominent speakers included senior representatives from Agoda, Amadeus, Corporate Travel Management (CTM), Expedia Group, FCM Travel, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), International SOS, George P Johnson, Marriott International, Saudi Tourism Authority, Travelport and many more.

“The successful turnout for the three shows indicates a positive return of MICE events in Asia Pacific as the travel industry gains momentum on the route to recovery”, added Katrina Leung, Managing Director of Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of MICE Show Asia, Travel Tech Asia and ITB Asia.

The Singapore Tourism Board extends strategic partnership with ITB Asia

Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of the 3-in-1 show, has announced the extension of its milestone partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) from 2023 to 2025. The two parties announced at this year’s ITB Asia that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to extend the collaborative partnership for the next three years.

Mr Keith Tan, Chief Executive, Singapore Tourism Board said, “Messe Berlin’s commitment to anchor ITB Asia in Singapore for the next three years is testament to Singapore’s ability to deliver quality MICE events. We are excited that tourism businesses in Singapore and the region will continue to benefit from the opportunity to forge new partnerships and exchange knowledge and ideas.”

The next in-person edition of ITB Asia, MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia will take place from 25 to 27 October 2023 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.

Huge interest is already being expressed for next year’s show including Best Western Hotels and Resorts, Israel Pavilion, Jordan Tourism Board, Meliá Hotels International, Penang Tourism Board, Sabah Tourism Board, Sarawak Tourism Board, Saudi Tourism Authority, Singapore Tourism Board, TBO Holidays, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Tourism Promotions Board Philippines, Trip.com, USA Pavilion, Visit Finland, Visit Iceland and many more.

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ITB Asia Returns as Asia’s Largest Travel Trade Show

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ITB Asia returns as Asia’s Largest Travel Trade Show - TRAVELINDEXSingapore, Singapore, October 20, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / ITB Asia, ‘Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show’, now in its 15th year, gracefully opened today at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Co-located with MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia, the 3-in-1 show will run as an in-person event until Friday, 21 October 2022.

Reflecting renewed confidence in MICE events, ITB Asia 2022 has attracted over 80 National Tourism Organisations (NTOs) and Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs). Under the anchor theme, “Go Big & Go Forward: Travel Industry on the Road to Recovery and Growth”, travel leaders who are at the top of their respective industries will share insights on key trends and how to stay competitive and quickly maximise growth potential.

Commenting on this year’s in-person event, Dr Martin Buck, Senior Vice President, Messe Berlin GmbH, said: “With the industry in Asia optimistic again, we are delighted to bring international travel professionals back to Singapore for meaningful business, networking and learning through face-to-face interactions. It remains crucial for us to offer a balanced mix of geographic markets and sectors such as MICE, leisure, corporate travel and travel tech to ensure a high-quality buyer-seller experience, thus maintaining ITB Asia’s position as the leading business platform in the APAC region”.
As a global stage, the 3-in1- show presents a strong participation from NTO and RTO

Over the course of the next three days, the strong exhibition and attendee participation continues to facilitate business appointments for attendees around the world to engage with key clients and partners. The show welcomes participation from over 80 National Tourism Organisations (NTOs) and Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) including Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism, Business Events Perth, Busan Tourism Organization, Coahoma County Tourism Mississippi, Czech Tourism Authority, Department of Tourism and Creative Economy of Jakarta, Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, Dubrovnik Tourist Board, Gangwon Tourism Organization, Gyeonggi Tourism Organization, Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Promotion Center, Istanbul Airport, Japan National Tourism Organization, Jeju Convention & Visitors Bureau, Jeonbuk Culture and Tourism Foundation, Karnataka Tourism, Kerala Tourism, Korea Tourism Organization, Louisiana Office of Tourism, Madhya Pradesh Tourism, Malta Tourism Authority, Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism Lao PDR, Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority, Penang Global Tourism, , Sabah Tourism Board, Sarawak Tourism Board, Saudi Tourism Authority, Saxony Tourism Germany, Seoul Tourism Organization, Silk Road Samarkand Tourist Complex, Singapore Tourism Board, Taipei City Government, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Tourism Fiji, Tourism Ireland, Tourism Promotions Board Philippines, Tourism Seychelles, Tourism Development Support Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic, Ulsan Tourism Organization, Vanuatu Tourism, Visit Almaty, visitBerlin, Visit Brussels, Visit Estonia, Visit Finland, Visit Guam, Visit Iceland, Visit Jordan, Visit Levi, Visit Maldives, Visit Monaco, Visit Rovaniemi, Visit Sarajevo, Visit Turku Archipelago and Zagreb Tourist Board.

The organisers are delighted to count on strong partners in the revival Asia’s leading travel tradeshow. Marina Bay Sands is the Official Partner Hotel, Saudi Tourism Authority is the Official Partner Country and Berlin Brandenburg Airport is the Official Partner Airport of this year’s in-person show.

ITB Asia 2022 has assembled a top-notch conference programme

The 100+ session themed agenda, led by over 180 leading industry speakers and innovators will have over 3950 minutes of high-powered content across three conference tracks: Knowledge Theatre, MICE Show Asia & Travel Tech Asia. This year’s conference programme has been specifically curated to support the travel industry and will discuss topics critical to the future of MICE, corporate travel, leisure travel and travel technology.

As part of the Day 1-keynote line up (19 October), Michael Dykes, Vice President, Marketing Management (APAC), Expedia Group will provide insights on what will disrupt and change the way we travel and do business in his keynote, titled, “Travel in Action, Digitally”. Named, “Rebuilding Confidence: How COVID-19 Fostered a More Resilient Future for Travel”, Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific (Excluding Greater China), Marriott International will deliver a keynote speech on the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic that paved the way for remarkable moments of resilience, new business models, and ingenuity across travel sectors.

The morning keynotes conclude with a Keynote Fireside Chat on “Looking Toward 2025: Where Travel Will Be” featuring the keynote speakers Michael Dykes and Rajeev Menon who take a look ahead in three years’ time or even further. Together with moderator Monica Pitrelli, Editor at CNBC Travel, the two industry leaders will figure out what challenges will come next, what innovations will take place, and how the industry can adapt and evolve in a fast-changing world.

Tomorrow (20 October), attendees can look forward to hearing a panel discussion on Meaningful Tourism as the new paradigm for the post-pandemic development of global tourism. Titled, “Beyond Sustainability – Meaningful Tourism as the “New Normal” Offering Benefits for All Stakeholders” the session welcomes Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Georg Arlt, CEO, Meaningful Tourism Center as Chairman and Burkhard Kieker, CEO, visitBerlin and three winners of the Meaningful Tourism Award 2022, as expert speakers, exploring best practice examples of Meaningful Tourism that can provide quality, benefits and satisfaction for all industry players. The names of the 18 winners of Meaningful Tourism Awards 2022 will also be announced at this session.

Travel Tech Asia Partners with Singapore Venture & Private Capital Association (SVCA)

Since its launch in 2019, Travel Tech Asia has been a must-attend event for all Travel Tech industry professionals. The face-to-face exhibition and conference offer both B2B appointments and thought-provoking conference programme for travel tech decision-makers and suppliers.

Travel Tech Asia partners with the Singapore Venture & Private Capital Association (SVCA) to co-organise a panel discussion session featuring executives from its member venture capital firms to discuss the investable opportunities in the “TravelTech” space in Southeast Asia. Titled “VC Opportunities in TravelTech in Post-Pandemic SEA”, the panel discussion will be led by moderator Sang Han, Partner, Cento Ventures, and hear first-hand sharing from Tiang Lim Foo, Co-Founder and Partner, Forge Ventures, Murli Ravi, Co-Founder, Tin Men Capital and Joe Zhang, Principal, TNB Aura, on what venture capitalists in the region are looking to explore to broaden the industry’s understanding of the venture capital perspective.

Over the past three years since the COVID-19 pandemic began, travel tech innovations have gone from futuristic to familiar, shaping the way people travel throughout their entire journeys. The Tech Leaders’ Panel, titled “The Future is Digital” will bring together experts from across the travel ecosystem to talk about the latest innovations that will impact travellers’ next journeys, as well as strategies for travel brands to up their 4.0 game. Confirmed speakers include Khang Nguyen Trieu, Group Chief Technology Architect at Accor, Terence Eng, CTO at FCM Travel Asia, Bryant Kok, Director, Digital Transformation & Information Technology at Gardens by the Bay, Wong Ming Fai, CTO at Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Jane Lim, Vice President, Global Markets at Tripadvisor. The panel will be moderated by Jeff Pan, Venture Builder at McKinsey & Company.

MICE Leaders to Reconnect and Schedule Meetings at MICE Show Asia

With a strong international participation and long-standing support from speakers and partners from world renowned MICE associations and leading MICE companies, MICE Show Asia 2022 will bring together industry suppliers, meetings & events professionals and emerging MICE innovators to connect and build the future of MICE.

The MICE Leaders’ Panel, titled “Return to a World Transformed: Revitalising MICE for a New Era”, will feature a discussion where professionals, buyers and sellers of travel and meetings services explore how different players in the MICE ecosystem can work together to deliver a better bottom line and future for the industry. The panel will be moderated by Richard Ireland, President, Singapore Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (SACEOS). Confirmed panellists include Patricia Cheong, Managing Director Asia, International Conference Services (ICS), Waikin Wong, Regional Director Asia Pacific, ICCA – International Congress and Convention Association, Wee Min Ong, Vice President of Conventions & Exhibitions, Marina Bay Sands, Ashwin Gunasekeran, CEO, Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau and Arnold T. Gonzales, Head, MICE Department, Tourism Promotions Board Philippines.

About ITB Asia
ITB Asia, Asia’s leading travel trade show, is organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore) Pte Ltd and supported by the Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau. The annual B2B trade show and convention will feature hundreds of exhibiting companies from the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Middle East, covering not only the leisure market, but also MICE and corporate travel. Exhibitors from every sector of the industry, including destinations, airlines and airports, hotels and resorts, theme parks and attractions, inbound tour operators, inbound DMCs, cruise lines, spas, venues, other meeting facilities and travel technology companies are expected to attend.

ITB Asia is the premier meeting place for the travel trade industry to forge new partnerships and strengthen existing business relationships with the most important players in the region.

About MICE Show Asia
MICE Show Asia is the premier MICE event in Asia where incentive travel, meetings and events industries come together to connect and build the future of MICE. The annual B2B trade show and convention features industry suppliers, meetings & events professionals to up-and-coming MICE innovators from a wide range of disciplines, sectors and all levels of seniority. The show is co-located with ITB Asia and Travel Tech Asia.

About Travel Tech Asia
Travel Tech Asia is the premier travel technology show in Asia. The trade show is where latest technologies, emerging trends, leading travel brands and innovative start-ups are all at one place to create the new possibilities of travel. From travel tech suppliers, innovative start-ups to leading travel brands who are at the forefront of the industry transformation, Travel Tech Asia welcomes attendees from all levels of seniority across a wide range of disciplines and sectors in the travel industry. The show will be co-located with ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia.

First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News

Travel Tech Asia 2022 Brings Innovators and Decision Makers Together

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ITB ASIA - Travel Tech Asia 2022 Brings Innovators and Decision Makers Together - TRAVELINDEXSingapore, September 14, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Travel Tech Asia 2022 is a three-day conference and trade show aimed at providing the community with a platform for in-depth discussions on how travel tech can change and transform the travel & tourism industry. Organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore) and co-located with ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia, Travel Tech Asia is the most important travel technology marketplace for digital travel leaders and will be held as an in-person event from 19 – 21 October at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.

“Travel technology solutions are more crucial than ever as they help the industry cope with the aftermath of the pandemic. Travel Tech Asia brings CEOs, founders and the world’s experts from leading companies to share latest updates, brand-new ideas and proven case studies on how technologies can offer meaningful connections between travel brands and customers to deliver seamless end to end customer journey”, said Katrina Leung, Managing Director of Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of Travel Tech Asia, ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia.

Travel Tech Asia Conference 2022 gathers the thought leaders in Travel Tech

Travel Tech Asia Conference is the leading stage for digital travel professionals. It will feature a series of talks from leading brands and companies on three main topics: “How technology is changing the way we travel and the need for companies to adapt to the changing trends”, “How the travel industry can leverage on technology to take their business to the next level” and “How emerging technologies, trends and ideas are creating new opportunities in travel”.

Over the past three years since the COVID-19 pandemic began, travel tech innovations have gone from futuristic to familiar, shaping the way people travel throughout their entire journeys. The Tech Leaders’ Panel, titled “The Future is Digital” will bring together experts from across the travel ecosystem to talk about the latest innovations that will impact travellers’ next journeys, as well as strategies for travel brands to up their 4.0 game. Confirmed panellists include Khang Trieu Nguyen, Group Chief Technology Architect at Accor, Terence Eng, CTO at FCM Travel Asia, Bryant Kok, Director, Digital Transformation & Information Technology at Gardens by the Bay, Wong Ming Fai, CTO, Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Jane Lim, Vice President, Global Markets at Tripadvisor. The panel will be moderated by Jeff Pan, Venture Builder, McKinsey & Company.

The next frontier in travel will be driven by super apps and the technologies behind the platforms, which will allow travel companies to meet customers’ demand for convenient and connected experiences. Amanda Woo, CEO, airasia Super App explains to the audience how super apps are not just a glimpse into the future in her C-Suite Talk presentation “Reimagining Global Connectivity and How Air Transport Can Successfully Integrate with Super Apps”.

In another C-Suite Talk, titled, “The Importance of Digitilisation in the Travel Industry”, Eric Zhuang, Chief Strategy Officer, DidaTravel, shares insights on how embarking on a digitalisation journey can help travel companies stay relevant in the competitive post COVID-19 world by increasing internal operational efficiencies, addressing labor shortages, connecting with a broader range of business partners, and leveraging data to make better business decisions.

Even major hotel groups must take a fresh look at their distribution strategies. Nicholas van Breda, AVP Global Distribution, Shangri-La Group identifies bespoken distribution strategies for hotels in the session, named, “A Fresh Look at Hotel Distribution Strategies”. Other key speakers include Luis García, CEO, Europamundo, Elia San Martin, Vice President & General Manager, APAC, KAYAK, Brett Henry, President Director, MG Group, Letka Prendergast, Director of Solution Engineering Hospitality – JAPAC, Oracle Hospitality, Ankit Tandon, Global Chief Business Officer and CEO – Southeast Asia & Middle East, OYO, Kim Ong, Regional Director SEA, STR, Tom Kershaw, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Travelport, Brett Ziegler, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer, Trip Ninja, Boon Sian Chai, Managing Director and Vice President, International Markets, Trip.com Group and Praveen Paul, Co-Founder/ COO, Winsar Group. Besides direct bookings, metasearch optimisation and revenue management, they will also talk about the COVID-19 era and what weaknesses in travel distribution the pandemic has exposed.

Key Exhibitors of Travel Tech Asia 2022 underlining the growing importance of travel technology

At Travel Tech Asia providers present their global distribution systems, tour operator databases, reservation systems, travel agency software and calculation programmes. With a strong exhibitor line-up, including 11-Infotech, DidaTravel, Djubo, GIATA, Go Global Travel, Hotelogix, HUB OS Asia, INFOR, InTouch, Juniper, Revinate, SABA Hospitality Technology Solutions, Shiji Singapore, SiteMinder, TBO Holidays, Trip Ninja and Trip.com, the travel tech sector is reporting strong growth again.

In addition to the major players, the show also welcomes other companies as travel tech exhibitors at the show, including Blue Ribbon Bags, Flightroutes24, Korea Tourism Startup Center, Octorate, Online Travel Information Services, Thomalex, TravelLine, Trransfer Technologies, Verteil Technologies, VOISO, Vouch Concierge and WINCLOUD.

Business Matching made easy

Attendees with meeting slots will have access to the Business Matching platform, designed to connect visitors, buyers and exhibitors. The platform allows attendees to pre-schedule meeting appointments and allocate time to attend conferences and networking functions. Business Matching is available until 21 October 2022.

Interested participants may purchase an early bird discounted ticket online on: itb-asia.com/visit-register or reach out to the team.

About ITB Asia
ITB Asia, Asia’s leading travel trade show, is organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore) Pte Ltd and supported by the Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau. The annual B2B trade show and convention will feature hundreds of exhibiting companies from the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Middle East, covering not only the leisure market, but also MICE and corporate travel. Exhibitors from every sector of the industry, including destinations, airlines and airports, hotels and resorts, theme parks and attractions, inbound tour operators, inbound DMCs, cruise lines, spas, venues, other meeting facilities and travel technology companies are expected to attend.

ITB Asia is the premier meeting place for the travel trade industry to forge new partnerships and strengthen existing business relationships with the most important players in the region.

About MICE Show Asia
MICE Show Asia is the premier MICE event in Asia where incentive travel, meetings and events industries come together to connect and build the future of MICE. The annual B2B trade show and convention features industry suppliers, meetings & events professionals to up-and-coming MICE innovators from a wide range of disciplines, sectors and all levels of seniority. The show is co-located with ITB Asia and Travel Tech Asia.

About Travel Tech Asia
Travel Tech Asia is the premier travel technology show in Asia. The trade show is where latest technologies, emerging trends, leading travel brands and innovative start-ups are all at one place to create the new possibilities of travel. From travel tech suppliers, innovative start-ups to leading travel brands who are at the forefront of the industry transformation, Travel Tech Asia welcomes attendees from all levels of seniority across a wide range of disciplines and sectors in the travel industry. The show will be co-located with ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia.

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ITB Asia Forms Strategic Partnership to Host Singapore MICE Forum

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ITB Asia Forms Strategic Partnership to Host Singapore MICE Forum - MICEindex.com - TRAVELINDEXSingapore, Singapore, July 15, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The parties will jointly organize the Singapore MICE Forum (SMF) event, which is scheduled to coincide with ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia, taking place as an in-person event in Singapore. ITB Asia is back and on track for a physical event in October and shines light on new collaboration with Singapore Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (SACEOS), the national trade association for meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions and events in Singapore. A corresponding partnership agreement has been signed between the two institutions to host the “Singapore MICE Forum” event, which will be co-located with ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia in Singapore.

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Singapore MICE Forum (SMF) is SACEOS’ premier annual event that brings together global and regional MICE players to foster partnerships and international collaboration. The one-day event will be held on 20 October 2022 at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre. The event is expected to attract more than 250 meetings and event professionals and 50 expert speakers from the global MICE industry.

The partnership aims to leverage the extensive networks of business, government, and travel trade contacts to attract even more experts and key industry players, laying the foundation for new initiatives and activities for the MICE segment.

Through this new agreement, SACEOS will also be ITB Asia’s knowledge partner, curating high quality conference sessions within MICE Show Asia as well as providing insightful content and high-level speakers for the Singapore MICE Forum, which brings together industry players, promotes learning and uncovers trends from forward-thinking MICE leaders.

Katrina Leung, Managing Director of Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of ITB Asia, commented: “Hosting Singapore MICE Forum (SMF) at ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia is a significant step in fostering and enabling growth in the MICE and Events sector in the region. We are looking forward to a successful partnership with SACEOS and leverage on its decades of experience in the MICE industry. Its educational approach and content will be a great asset to all ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia’s participants.”

Richard Ireland, President, Singapore Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (SACEOS), said: “The spirit of connection, collaboration and innovation has always been at the core of the MICE industry’s purpose. As business events in the region come back to life, there is no better platform for the industry to gain new insights and exchange views on new opportunities and trends than the Singapore MICE Forum (SMF). Driven by the partnership with ITB Asia, we are confident that the SMF 2022 will continue to be the choice networking and learning platform for the region’s MICE industry.”

MICE Show Asia, co-located with ITB Asia, will bring together global and regional meeting planners and event organizers for three days. Together with its partners SACEOS and IAPCO, the event will feature educational training sessions and workshops that caters to the needs of the industry. A dedicated hosted buyers’ program for MICE Show Asia is set to bring international buyers who are in-charge of travel procurement.

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About ITB Asia
ITB Asia, Asia’s leading travel trade show, is organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore) Pte Ltd and supported by the Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau. The annual B2B trade show and convention will feature hundreds of exhibiting companies from the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Middle East, covering not only the leisure market, but also MICE and corporate travel. Exhibitors from every sector of the industry, including destinations, airlines and airports, hotels and resorts, theme parks and attractions, inbound tour operators, inbound DMCs, cruise lines, spas, venues, other meeting facilities and travel technology companies are all expected to attend.

ITB Asia is the premier meeting place for the travel trade industry for forging new partnerships and strengthening existing business relationships with the most important players in the region.

About MICE Show Asia
MICE Show Asia is the premier MICE event in Asia where incentive travel, meetings and events industries come together to connect and build the future of MICE. The annual business-to-business trade show and convention featured industry suppliers, meetings & events professionals to up-and-coming MICE innovators from a wide range of disciplines, sectors, and all levels of seniority. The show is co-located with ITB Asia and Travel Tech Asia.

About SACEOS
Set up in 1979, SACEOS (Singapore Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers) is the trade association for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, Exhibitions & Events industry in Singapore.

In everything we do, SACEOS aims to advance the MICE & Events community, through serving and connecting industry players, driving initiatives that empower businesses, and leading advocacy efforts at industry and national levels.

We work closely with government bodies such as STB (Singapore Tourism Board) and ESG (Enterprise Singapore), industry players, universities, as well as regional and global industry associations to address key challenges and create new opportunities for the MICE & Events industry.

About Singapore MICE Forum
The Singapore MICE Forum (SMF) is recognised in Singapore and around the region as the choice event to connect industry players, promote learning and uncover emerging and evolving trends in MICE. And as business events in the region come back to life, there is no better platform for the industry to do just that than the SMF. The SMF 2022 will focus around 4 key topics – In Person Events with a Fresh Lens, Big Data & Analytics, Sustainability and Metaverse. Participants can look forward to dynamic panel discussions and glean expert insights from thought leaders within and outside of the industry.

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Accelerate Asia Pacific Aviation Recovery Sustainably

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Accelerate Asia Pacific Aviation Recovery Sustainably - AIRLINEHUB.com - TRAVELINDEXSingapore, Singapore, May 19, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged Asia-Pacific states to further ease border measures to accelerate the region’s recovery from COVID-19.

“Asia-Pacific is playing catch-up on restarting travel after COVID-19, but there is growing momentum with governments lifting many travel restrictions. The demand for people to travel is clear. As soon as measures are relaxed there is an immediate positive reaction from travelers. So it is critical that all stakeholders, including governments are well-prepared for the restart. We cannot delay. Jobs are at stake and people want to travel,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General, in his keynote address at the Changi Aviation Summit.

The Asia-Pacific region’s international passenger demand for March reached 17% of pre-COVID levels, after having hovered at below 10% for most of the last two years. “This is far below the global trend where markets have recovered to 60% of pre-crisis levels. The lag is because of government restrictions. The sooner they are lifted, the sooner we will see a recovery in the region’s travel and tourism sector, and all the economic benefits that will bring,” said Walsh.

Walsh urged Asia-Pacific governments to continue easing measures and bring normalcy to air travel by:

– Removing all restrictions for vaccinated travelers.
– Removing quarantine and COVID-19 testing for unvaccinated travelers where there are high levels of population immunity, which is the case in most parts of Asia.
– Lift the mask mandate for air travel when it is no longer required in other indoor environments and public transport.

“Supporting and more importantly accelerating the recovery will need a whole of industry and government approach. Airlines are bringing back the flights. Airports need to be able to handle the demand. And governments need to be able to process security clearances and other documentation for key personnel efficiently,” said Walsh.

China and Japan

Walsh noted that there are two big gaps in the Asia-Pacific recovery story: China and Japan.

“So long as the Chinese government continues to maintain their zero-COVID approach, it is hard to see the country’s borders reopening. This will hold back the region’s full recovery.

While Japan has taken steps to allow travel, there is no clear plan for the reopening of Japan for all inbound visitors or tourists. More needs to be done to further ease travel restrictions, starting with lifting quarantine for all vaccinated travelers, and removing both the on-arrival airport testing and daily arrival cap. I urge the government of Japan to take bolder steps towards recovery and opening of the country’s borders,” said Walsh.

Sustainability

Walsh also called on Asia-Pacific governments to support the industry’s sustainability efforts.

“Airlines have committed to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. A key to our success will be governments sharing the same vision. There are high expectations for governments to agree a long-term goal at the ICAO Assembly later this year. Achieving net zero requires everyone to shoulder their responsibility. And among the most important things that governments should do is incentivizing the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). Airlines have bought every drop of SAF that is available. Projects are underway that will see a rapid increase in SAF production over the next years. We see SAF contributing to 65% of the mitigation needed to achieve net zero in 2050. That will require governments to be much more proactive,” said Walsh.

Walsh acknowledged that there have been positive developments in Asia-Pacific. Japan has committed considerable funds for green aviation initiatives. New Zealand and Singapore have agreed to cooperate on green flights. “Singapore’s cross industry International Advisory Panel on a sustainable aviation air hub is a positive example for other states to adopt,” said Walsh. He also called on ASEAN and its partners to do more, particularly looking for opportunities in the region to expand SAF production.

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ITB Asia 2021 Virtual Closes on High with 42,100 Business Meetings

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ITB Asia 2021 Virtual Closes on High with 42,100 Business Meetings

Singapore, Singapore, October 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Today marks the successful conclusion of the extensive event programme, networking opportunities and business-driven discussions at ITB Asia 2021. For the first time, Asia’s leading travel trade show spanned an entire week, and as usual covered both current and forward-looking leisure, MICE, corporate travel and travel technology topics.

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An impressive 42,100 business meetings and exchanges were recorded throughout the week, representing an increase of 31 percent from 2020. The event hosted over 900 buyers and 400 sponsors & exhibitors from around the world who participated in the show’s vibrant agenda of conferences and networking sessions, supported by leading global companies and destinations, including Best Western Hotels & Resorts, Busan Tourism Organisation, Business Events Perth, Danang Center for Tourism Promotion, Department of Information and Tourism,Taipei City Government, Far East Hospitality, Frasers Hospitality, Goyang Convention Bureau, Gyeonggi Tourism Organisation, Jeju Convention Bureau, Leningrad Region, Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Bureau, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Organisation, Melbourne Convention Bureau, Melia Hotels Group, St. Petersburg Convention Bureau, United Airlines, Worldhotels Collection, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Yokohama Convention Bureau.

The show featured more than 3,200 exhibitor showcases, creating a favorable marketplace for buyers and sellers to engage in meaningful business meetings and discussions. Asia’s leading travel trade show, which was eagerly awaited by the industry, was hosted virtually on the well-established online platform, ITB Community in Asia (ITB Community).

Katrina Leung, Managing Director of Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of ITB Asia shared: “We are proud that with this year’s virtual ITB Asia, we were once again able to provide a unique meeting platform for the travel industry in surely one of the most challenging times. I am very pleased with the outcome of the show. Building on our experience with the virtual edition last year, we were able to further expand the event format and give our clients more opportunities for interactive engagements with the travel community. We look forward to welcoming the industry back in-person in Singapore from 19 – 21 October 2022, bringing back human connections through face-to-face business meetings and networking sessions. I would also like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank this year’s Elite Partners, Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) and the Saudi Tourism Authority, for their support and cooperation over the past months”.

Recovery and growth of travel represented the 2021 conference theme

Under the overarching theme of “The Decade Ahead: Braving New Realities in Travel”, this year’s conference programme delivered captivating insights on how to lead the industry towards recovery and growth, setting the tone for the changes that the industry is likely to see in the next months. Over 150 key industry experts delivered fascinating insights at the keynote sessions, as well as focused topics for the MICE and Corporate segment, Leisure Travel, the Travel Tech space and Tours, Activities & Attractions amongst others.

With the virtual format of the trade show, over 250 sessions have been made available on-demand for all registered delegates to view and watch again till 28 November 2021.

Next year’s edition of ITB Asia is scheduled to take place as an in-person event in Singapore from 19-21 October 2022. Stand registration for ITB Asia 2022 is available through this link.

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About ITB Asia
ITB Asia, Asia’s leading travel trade show, is organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore) Pte Ltd and supported by the Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau. The annual B2B trade show and convention will feature hundreds of exhibiting companies from the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Middle East, covering not only the leisure market, but also MICE and corporate travel. Exhibitors from every sector of the industry, including destinations, airlines and airports, hotels and resorts, theme parks and attractions, inbound tour operators, inbound DMCs, cruise lines, spas, venues, other meeting facilities and travel technology companies are all expected to attend.

ITB Asia is the premier meeting place for the travel trade industry for forging new partnerships and strengthening existing business relationships with the most important players in the region.

About MICE Show Asia
MICE Show Asia is the premier MICE event in Asia where incentive travel, meetings and events industries come together to connect and build the future of MICE. The annual business-to-business trade show and convention featured industry suppliers, meetings & events professionals to up-and-coming MICE innovators from a wide range of disciplines, sectors and all levels of seniority. The show is co-located with ITB Asia and Travel Tech Asia.

About Travel Tech Asia
Travel Tech Asia is the premier travel technology show in Asia. The trade show is where latest technologies, emerging trends, leading travel brands and innovative start-ups are all at one place to create the new possibilities of travel. From travel tech suppliers, innovative start-ups and leading travel brands who are at the forefront of the industry transformation, Travel Tech Asia welcomes attendees from all levels of seniority across a wide range of disciplines and sectors in the travel industry. The conference will be co-located with ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia.

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Singapore Airlines Migrates to Sabre Advanced Crew Manager Solution

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Singapore, April 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced that Singapore Airlines has successfully migrated to Sabre’s new generation Crew Manager solution. This latest implementation builds on Sabre’s longstanding and valued relationship with Singapore Airlines and means that Singapore’s national…

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