Virgin Australia named Australian Travel Industry Association partner

Virgin Australia has been named the Domestic Airline Partner of the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA). The partnership involves supporting the peak body’s advocacy efforts and national member events throughout the year.

As part of the agreement, Virgin Australia will serve as the Master of Ceremonies Sponsor for the 2026 National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA) Gala Dinner held at Crown Melbourne. Additionally, the airline will establish a dedicated Virgin Australia Lounge at the 2026 Beyond Borders Travel Summit at the Melbourne Convention Centre to facilitate networking among delegates.

Virgin Australia General Manager of Sales Darren McDermott stated that the partnership aims to strengthen relationships with travel professionals and agency partners. Helloworld Travel has also signed on as a major sponsor for the Beyond Borders and NTIA events.