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About 140 flights at Brussels Airport were cancelled on October 9, 2026, due to a strike by Alyzia ground handlers. Brussels Airlines expects 40% of its flights to be affected, while Aviapartner flights remain unaffected.

Two Ryanair flights from Manchester Airport to Paphos and Genoa were cancelled on October 8, 2026. Multiple other flights from TUI, Jet2, Brussels Airlines, and KLM faced delays that morning.

Ground handlers at Brussels Airport took part in a nationwide strike on October 9, 2026. Approximately 100 flights were cancelled at the airport due to the strike.

The Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 takes place in Nairobi from October 6 to 8 with over 350 exhibitors. The event gathers approximately 5,000 tourism professionals showcasing Kenya's diverse travel products.

The GTBA-ONEKLIK 4th Travel Sale Expo was held October 2–4, 2026 at SM Megamall, drawing 56,000 visitors and posting its highest sales since 2023. The event provided up to 75% off travel deals and supported hundreds of local tourism SMEs.

Around 100 flights were cancelled at Brussels Airport on 9 October 2026 due to a national ground handler strike in Belgium. UK and other European routes were among those affected.

Dubai International Airport launched the 'Click and Travel' system on September 7, 2026. The system allows passengers to complete immigration clearance in as fast as 15 seconds.

Noi Bai International Airport deployed a biometric check-in system starting in July 2026. The system aims to speed up passenger boarding processes.

Hamad International Airport and Qatar Airways introduced a Biometric Fast Pass system in 2026 covering more than 700 touchpoints. The system aims to speed up passenger processing and enhance travel convenience.

Ground handlers at Brussels Airport joined a national strike on October 8, 2026. Approximately 100 flights, including UK routes, were cancelled as a result.