A joint meeting between the Board of Airline Representatives in Nepal (BARN) and the Nepal Association of Tour & Travel Agents (NATTA) was successfully held at Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights, under the theme “Strengthening Airline and Travel Trade Collaboration.” The event aimed to enhance coordination, foster partnerships, and address key issues of mutual interest between airlines and the travel trade sector.
Networking Session
The programme kicked off with the arrival of BARN and NATTA members, followed by casual networking sessions where participants shared insights and discussed the latest trends and challenges in Nepal’s aviation and tourism sectors.
The event was chaired by Mr. Anil Ghimire, Chairman of BARN, and facilitated by Mr. Sarik Bogati, General Secretary of BARN. The session was moderated by the Vice Chairman of BARN, Mr. Bhola Bikram Thapa. NATTA was represented by its President, Mr. Kumar Mani Thapaliya, who welcomed all participants and highlighted the importance of strengthened collaboration between airlines and travel operators.
Key Agenda and Interactive Session
The central agenda of the meeting focused on interactive discussions to improve coordination between airlines and the travel trade. Participants explored solutions to common operational challenges, strategies to boost tourism arrivals, and opportunities to enhance customer experience across Nepal’s growing aviation and tourism network.
The dialogue encouraged active participation from both sides, fostering a better understanding of each other’s priorities and exploring joint initiatives for the development of a more seamless travel and tourism ecosystem in the country.
Strengthening Industry Partnerships
The joint meeting reflects a growing commitment to strengthen partnerships between airlines and travel operators in Nepal. Such interactions are essential to address operational challenges, align industry objectives, and create a coordinated strategy to boost tourism, improve service quality, and ensure sustainable growth in both aviation and travel sectors.
Participants expressed optimism that the meeting would pave the way for more structured collaboration, increased mutual support, and enhanced efficiency in service delivery, ultimately benefiting travelers and the tourism industry at large.
Appreciation and Property Tour
During the programme, the representative of Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights was presented with a Letter of Appreciation for supporting the collaborative initiative. Following this, the hotel team provided a guided property tour, showcasing the venue’s facilities and hospitality standards.
