[Digital Today reporter Seul-gi Son (손슬기)] Yanolja said on Sept. 1 it won a gold prize in the Most Innovative Technology Company of the Year category at the 2026 International Business Awards (IBA).

Now in its 23rd year, the IBA is a business awards programme that evaluates management performance and innovation cases of companies and organisations worldwide. This year, about 3,400 entries were submitted from 82 countries and regions. A panel of more than 210 experts selected the winners.

Yanolja said it was recognised for improving operational efficiency in the travel industry by combining global travel data infrastructure and AI technology.

Yanolja supplies hospitality solutions and transaction solutions that connect travel suppliers and sales channels for travel operators worldwide.

It also provides functions such as demand forecasting, price optimisation and operational automation to travel operators by using its own data infrastructure and AI. Global affiliates of Yanolja Group are pushing to develop vertical AI technology specialised for the travel industry.

A Yanolja official said, "This award is the result of our efforts and innovation in solving various inefficiencies in the global travel industry through data and technology being recognised on the international stage." The official added, "We will continue to advance our global travel data infrastructure and AI technology competitiveness to improve operational efficiency for travel operators."