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APEX EXPO 2025: Encore Inflight Expands Lifestyle Offering with Matt D’Avella’s IFE Debut
September 8, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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In-flight entertainment (IFE) distributor Encore Inflight (Encore) has announced a partnership with award-winning filmmaker and YouTuber Matt D’Avella. The collaboration represents an ongoing trend in the IFE space as airlines continue to onboard lifestyle and wellness content. Encore Brings Matt D’Avella Onboard for the First Time Under the deal, Encore Inflight, which works with carriers […]

IFSA EXPO 2025: Bottega Spa Secures Premium Listing with Air India, Launches Three New Drinks
September 7, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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Bottega Spa, a leader in premium Prosecco, sparkling wines, and spirits, has unveiled three new drinks that blend Italian craftsmanship with global consumer demand. At the same time, the company has announced that Air India will add Bottega Gold, the brand’s flagship sparkling wine, to its onboard experience. Bottega Secures Premium Listing with Air India […]

APEX EXPO 2025: AeroPlay Entertainment Announces New Features for SkyView by AeroHub
 | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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AeroPlay Entertainment, a Maxposure company, has introduced two exciting new features to the SkyView software platform that powers its wireless, battery-operated AeroHub in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solution. These include an end-to-end retail offering, AirShop; and a next-generation moving map, Flight360. AirShop will allow passengers to browse and purchase duty-free products from their seats, either […]

APEX EXPO 2025: Invitial to Launch IFEDB Platform to Streamline Tracking IFE Avails
September 5, 2025  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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Technical business solutions provider Invitial is launching its new online platform for showcasing and discovering the latest in-flight entertainment (IFE) content at APEX Global EXPO 2025, and is inviting the industry to both discuss their experiences and provide feedback on the product at the event.  The Inflight Entertainment Database, known as IFEDB, has been designed […]

TPN Enhances Shield Tier System to Strengthen Content Security, Creates Free Industry Resources
September 4, 2025  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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The Trusted Partner Network (TPN), a global content security initiative created by the Motion Picture Association (MPA) for its studio members, has strengthened its Shield system to include remediation and created a range of security-related resources the industry can access free of charge. The aim of these changes is designed to increase transparency, elevate security […]

IFSA Global EXPO Panel Preview: Inflight & In Style
September 2, 2025  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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The “Inflight and In Style” panel session taking place at IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California from September 9-11 will be led by Kaelis’ Chief Design Officer Manoj Pridhanani and will take a deep-dive into the world of brand experience.  Panelists include Tiera Kelley, who headed up Cabin Services and Delivery at Riyadh Air […]

IFSA Global EXPO Panel Preview: Jet Set, Meet Tech Set
September 1, 2025  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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The third and final panel session taking place at the IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California from September 9-11 will explore how AI, predictive analytics and next-generation digital platforms are transforming both back-end operations and the passenger experience.  PAX International and PAX Tech Managing Editor Jane Hobson will moderate the panel, which is titled “Jet Set, Meet […]

IFSA Global EXPO Panel Preview: The Green Shift 
August 28, 2025  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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The first IFSA-dedicated panel session at the 2025 IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California from September 9-11 will focus on examples of how the participants are fostering environmental stewardship while maintaining operational excellence.  Titled “The Green Shift,” the discussion will be moderated by Aviation Sustainability Forum (ASF) CEO Diana Cawley, who will begin by […]

Ben Kaufman Talks CX Strategy with Club JSX, Food & Beverage Updates
 | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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Despite positive ongoing customer satisfaction rates, JSX’s Ben Kaufman is on a mission to continue elevating the passenger experience across the regional airline.   Offering a bridge between commercial and private flying, it’s no wonder that customer reviews of JSX are strong. In June, the carrier was awarded “Best Regional Airline in North America” as part […]

Platinum Equity Acquisition of Anuvu Signals Stronger Future for Airline Connectivity
August 26, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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This week, global investment firm Platinum Equity has signed a definitive agreement to acquire in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) provider Anuvu. The acquisition highlights the growing importance of digital services as airlines continue to invest in technology to enhance the passenger experience. The deal is slated to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, pending […]