Technology bright sparks

TRAVEL technology took centre stage yesterday in Sydney at the inaugural Travel Tech Summit.

A series of keynote addresses, fireside chats and panel discussions covered an array of contemporary topics impacting upon the travel industry.

Senior IT leaders, management and marketing executives were in attendance to hear the latest in emerging technologies, the impact of digital technology on the customer and how airlines and airports are utilising technology to stay competitive.

Day two of the summit continues today with the audience to hear from representatives from Google, Travel Counsellors and Groupon.

Pictured from left are: Rob Bishop, Jayride; Michael Sewards, SkyBus; Bruce Piper, Travel Daily; Matthew Carney, Melbourne Airport; Natalie Malligan, Uber and Mike Boyd, VroomVroomVroom.