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Lufthansa Group—including SWISS—signs fleet-wide Starlink Wi-Fi deal

Lufthansa Group—including SWISS—signs fleet-wide Starlink Wi-Fi deal

The Lufthansa Group has become one of Starlink’s largest airline customers, committing to install high-speed satellite Wi-Fi across 850 aircraft, including the entire SWISS fleet. The move promises reliable broadband for business travellers, stronger data-security options and a competitive edge in Europe’s premium market.

Jan 15, 2026
Zurich Airport braces for 1,000 additional flights and late-night operations ahead of WEF 2026

Zurich Airport braces for 1,000 additional flights and late-night operations ahead of WEF 2026

Zurich Airport expects about 1,000 extra flights and special late-night operations for the 2026 World Economic Forum. Business-jet slots are almost fully allocated, security measures may close public viewing areas, and travellers should build in extra time. The surge underscores Switzerland’s role as a corporate travel crossroads and signals higher costs and tighter planning requirements for multinationals.

Jan 14, 2026
Switzerland’s passport climbs to joint-3rd in Henley Passport Index 2026

Switzerland’s passport climbs to joint-3rd in Henley Passport Index 2026

The 2026 Henley Passport Index ranks Switzerland joint third globally, granting Swiss citizens visa-free access to 186 destinations—useful leverage for companies planning rapid overseas deployments. The result underscores the country’s attractiveness for talent while highlighting a growing global mobility divide.

Jan 14, 2026
Record-size US delegation headed by President Trump will test Davos logistics

Record-size US delegation headed by President Trump will test Davos logistics

WEF organisers confirm that President Trump will lead an unprecedentedly large U.S. delegation, raising pressure on Swiss transport, accommodation and security systems. Businesses should brace for scarce hotel rooms, stricter credential checks and possible road or rail disruptions.

Jan 14, 2026

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