XpresSpa Group has been authorized to proceed with a $2 million dollar, 8-week pilot program with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through its XpresCheck COVID-19 testing company. Keep Reading
Travelers holding an EU DCC or U.K. NHS COVID Pass can now access accurate COVID-19 travel information for their journey, create an electronic version of their passport and import their vaccination certificate in one place. Keep Reading
The Belize Tourism Board has reported that 26 crew members and one passenger on board the Carnival Vista cruise ship have tested positive for COVID-19. Keep Reading
As well as federal transportation workers, the vaccination requirement will extend to all commercial air travelers, passengers on interprovincial trains, and passengers on large marine vessels with overnight accommodations, such as cruise ships. Keep Reading
Following COVID-19 testing, SYNLAB will provide passengers with their certified test results directly through the IATA Travel Pass. Keep Reading
Over the past six months, the Collaborative has brought together more than 125 global companies and organizations from across the health, travel, and technology sectors to define principles and standards for digital health passes. Keep Reading
COVID-19 has impacted the U.S. transportation industry in myriad ways, and DOT agencies have moved quickly to release the over $106 billion that Congress provided to help workers, families, and businesses deal with the pandemic. Keep Reading
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the IATA World Air Transport Statistics publication with performance figures for 2020 demonstrating the devastating effects on global air transport during that year of the COVID-19 crisis. Keep Reading
Collins Aerospace will help integrate IATA’s Travel Pass platform into airlines’ passenger management systems using the company’s TransAction™ solution, which allows passenger data to be safely and securely exchanged between airlines and the IATA Travel Pass mobile app. Keep Reading
From August 2, passengers who are fully vaccinated with vaccines authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be able to travel to England without having to quarantine or take a day 8 test on arrival. Keep Reading
The UV disinfection kits are able to eliminate up to 99.9% of microorganisms – including coronaviruses – found on trays at checkpoints; and are installed at Auckland (six units), Wellington (four units), Christchurch International Airports (six units), and Dunedin Airport (two units). Keep Reading
The tool can evaluate any additional space or queuing requirements needed as a result of COVID-19 physical distancing measures and the impact of adding more process points to address additional health checks that have been introduced at many airports. Keep Reading
According to IATA’s most recent traveler survey, 86% of respondents are willing to get tested. But 70% also believe that the cost of testing is a significant barrier to travel, while 78% believe governments should bear the cost of mandatory testing. Keep Reading
Starting August 9, 2021, Canada plans to begin allowing entry to American citizens. From September 7, this will be extended to fully vaccinated international travelers from outside North America. Keep Reading
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for the United Kingdom due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. Keep Reading
COVID-19 digital vaccine credentials may become an important part of traveling. Some countries and organizations are implementing their own travel passes but new WHO guidance clouds the future of these programs. Keep Reading
As of November 1, 2021, the prohibition of cruise ships in Canadian waters will no longer be in effect if operators are able to fully comply with public health requirements. Keep Reading
New guidance form the World Health Organization recommends a “risk-based approach” to implementing measures related to COVID-19 and international travel. Keep Reading
Internationally recognized vaccination credentials will be accepted in the proving trial including the NHS app, CDC card, U.S. state-level digital certification and EU Digital Covid Credential. Keep Reading
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is to launch a free COVID-19 testing program for international arriving passengers, hosting a pilot test program with the California Department of Public Health. Keep Reading