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Auckland Airport posted a 3% revenue increase and a stable underlying profit of NZD 309 million in FY26, driven by robust passenger growth and a $1 billion infrastructure push, while cautioning on near-term fuel price volatility and geopolitical risks.

After more than 11 years at the helm, Stewart Tully steps down as CEO of Alliance Aviation, handing leadership to Steven Greenway from October 2026. The transition aligns with Alliance's strategic realignment following a revised wet lease deal with Qantas.

Corporate Travel Management (ASX:CTD) has locked in a five-year global partnership with Amadeus IT Group, aiming to accelerate its digital transformation and operational efficiency across multiple regions.

FlexiRoam has landed a two-year master agreement with Etihad Airways to provide global connectivity for staff, aircraft data, and pilot iPads, reinforcing its enterprise growth strategy.

Helloworld Travel has downgraded its FY26 Underlying EBITDA forecast to $57-$62 million, citing the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on airline capacity and travel bookings. Despite near-term setbacks, forward bookings from July show signs of recovery.

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand (MCK) posted robust 2025 revenue gains driven by acquisitions and refurbishments, yet signals a cautious outlook for 2026 as geopolitical tensions and rising costs cloud the horizon.

Flight Centre Travel Group showcased robust growth and strategic innovation at its 2026 Investor Day, navigating geopolitical challenges with AI-driven efficiency and portfolio reshaping.

NoviqTech Limited attributes its recent share price jump and trading volume spike to earlier announcements about pivotal biochar trials and a major carbon removal offtake by Lufthansa Group, affirming its compliance with ASX rules.

FlexiRoam has secured a commercial partnership to embed its AI-powered mobile data platform into all Tune Protect travel insurance Preset Policies, creating a scalable engagement channel for ancillary revenue.

Flight Centre Travel Group posted strong nine-month growth with record transaction values and profit gains, while geopolitical unrest in the Middle East caused a $10 million hit to leisure profits in April. The corporate segment remains robust, and the company maintains its full-year profit guidance amid ongoing AI-driven efficiency improvements and strategic portfolio reshaping.

Virgin Australia navigates a doubling of jet fuel prices with robust hedging and fare adjustments, maintaining its FY26 earnings outlook despite rising costs.

Qantas has sharply revised its FY26 outlook as jet fuel prices soar, doubling its international unit revenue growth forecast while trimming domestic capacity and deferring its share buyback.