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By Mr Darren Seah, Executive Director, Messe Berlin Asia Pacific Good morning and welcome to Day 2 of ITB Asia 2025! What a fantastic start to this year’s show! Yesterday the floor was buzzing with energy from the moment the doors opened.With packed sessions across all three stages, meaningful business conversations, and a lively networking…

The 18th edition of ITB Asia kicked off yesterday with inspiring opening remarks and the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Begonia room on level 3 at Marina Bay Sands was packed as the audience eagerly awaited speeches from Messe Berlin and the Singapore government. Mr David Ruetz, Senior Vice President Messe Berlin, spoke to the quality…

At ITB Asia 2025, DerbySoft, a leading Travel Commerce Accelerator based in Dallas, Texas, is announcing its integration with Japan-based Temairazu Co., Ltd. The partnership connects Temairazu Series, a reservation management system for domestic accommodation facilities, to a network of more than 300 channels, including OTAs, wholesalers, and travel agencies worldwide. Hotels using Temairazu can now access…

Yesterday on stage at the Knowledge Theatre, Jarrod Kris, Head of Destination Partnerships, APAC, Skyscanner, unveiled the latest trends and insights from the fifth Special Edition Horizons Report, based on a survey across 15 global markets and insights from the trends of its over 160 million monthly users. The report is set to be released…

Today, HotelPlanner’s Chief Technology Officer, Bryce Fosdick, and President EMEA, Bas Lemmens, will take part in a fireside chat on the future of AI innovation in travel. The Daily caught up with Bryce Fosdick ahead of the session for a glimpse into the key themes shaping the discussion. Can you describe some of the main…

The Daily caught up with Dr Fazil Khan, Group Managing Director, Mitra Group, to discuss trends in the industry and his priorities as a top buyer at the show this year. With Mitra Group’s expertise in corporate travel management and incentive travel, what trends are you seeing in this space in Malaysia and Southeast Asia?In…

BWH Hotels, a company known for its commitment to sustainability in the industry, is celebrating an important milestone at ITB Asia this year. Last month, Best Western Hotels & Resorts and SureStay Hotels in Southeast Asia, Japan, and Pakistan successfully achieved certification under the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) standards. Through its accredited partner Bureau…

Business Events Perth, Western Australia’s convention bureau, is demonstrating how a focused, collaborative approach to business-events tourism can drive global recognition and long-term impact. In the past year, Business Events Perth secured hundreds of events that will deliver significant economic benefits to Western Australia, with confirmed activity stretching as far ahead as 2030. Building on…

Ms Ong Huey Hong, Assistant Chief Executive (Industry Development Group), Chief Sustainability Officer, Singapore Tourism Board It is my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to you to Singapore. I am delighted to see global travel  and tourism players gather once again in Singapore for ITB Asia, MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia—three premier…

ITB Asia 2025 Conference has a full programme in store across three days and three stages. We've put together a shortlist of today's sessions, scan the QR code for the full programme! Wednesday 15 October 2025 Keynote: What Does the Future Hold for Travel in APAC? Navigating Growth in a Dynamic Global MarketLevel 3, Begonia,…

Olivier Berrivin, Vice President – APAC, BWH Hotels, shared details of BWH Hotel's presence in the Asia-Pacific region including recent expansions, goals for the future, and integrating sustainability across the board. Could you give us an overview of BWH Hotels’ current footprint and positioning across the Asia-Pacific region?BWH Hotels currently comprises over 200 hotels and…

Seoul has rapidly become one of the world’s leading MICE hubs, blending rich culture, cutting-edge technology, and a strong economy at the heart of East Asia. Boosted by the global popularity of K-pop, films, cuisine, and dramas, the city is both a cultural powerhouse and a premier business destination. With world-class venues, seamless connectivity, and…

Lithuania is at ITB Asia for the first time this year, inviting Asian travel professionals to discover a destination full of surprises. On the stand visitors can meet Lithuania Travel alongside two inbound experts, Delta Tours and Amber Tours, offering tailor-made experiences across the country and beyond. Tucked between Poland and Latvia, Lithuania is the…

The Daily spoke with Ms Lee Shi Ruh, Chief Executive Officer, Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), in an exclusive interview about their partnership with the show this year and what sets them apart on the market Resorts World Sentosa is the official Integrated Resort Partner for ITB Asia this year. Why is this partnership an important…

Exely, a hospitality technology provider specialising in solutions that help hoteliers grow direct bookings and strengthen brand image, is introducing its latest innovation, Reputation AI, at Travel Tech Asia, held here alongside ITB Asia. Building on its existing Reputation Manager, which is already used by hundreds of hotels worldwide, the new AI-powered system is designed…

RateHawk, a B2B travel booking platform, has developed a tool that’s transforming the way travel agents share hotel options with clients. The Hotel Selection Tool allows agents to build branded, well-presented hotel offers directly from RateHawk’s interface, customise pricing (including commission), add extra services, and share proposals with clients via link or PDF. In the…

At ITB Asia 2025, UNIFIFI Group is showcasing how its next-generation AI-powered solutions are transforming air ticketing services by automating 80% of clients’ refund and rescheduling requests, providing next-level operational efficiency in travel services. “The airline ticketing industry has long struggled with labour-intensive processes that hinder scalability,” explains Mr. Jie Yao, CEO of UNIFIFI Group.…

Sarawak, Malaysia’s largest state at 124,450 square kilometres, has brought its diverse tourism offerings to ITB Asia this year — showcasing experiences across its five pillars: Culture, Adventure, Nature, Food and Festivals (CANFF). Adventure tourism is in the spotlight on Sarawak's stand. In Kuching, Sarawak's cultural capital, families can enjoy the Cat Museum, river cruises,…