Chad McDermott - stock.adobe.com A&K Travel journeys with Colt for global quantum-safe network Travel giant chooses services arm of digital infrastructure provider to build out its global connectivity network based on quantum-safe encryption systems that operate without distance limitations Looking to develop a highly secure future‑ready infrastructure that can support global digital connectivity as it operates some of the most remote and operationally complex travel experiences in the world, A&K Travel Group (AKTG) has selected Colt Technology Services to deliver a global network for its core business and portfolio of premier travel brands. Beginning life in 1962, AKTG is a global lifestyle and travel company that describes itself as setting the standard for “refined and personalised travel experiences worldwide”. The group encompasses premier travel brands including Abercrombie & Kent, Crystal, Cox & Kings and Ecoventura, alongside strategic investments in other travel companies. The group has an international support system of more than 2,500 staff in 60 offices across 35 countries, having a presence in all seven continents. The company’s “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support. A&K Travel Group operates some of the most remote and operationally complex travel experiences in the world, from expedition ships and river vessels to safari camps and global offices. Delivering those experiences, it said, requires secure, resilient connectivity that performs consistently across continents and environments. AKTG has taxed Colt with building out its global connectivity network – which includes quantum-safe encryption from Arqit – to provide agile, quantum-safe security solutions that operate without distance limitations, across any location worldwide. This foundation is designed to provide AKTG with a resilient, interconnected global network architecture on which it can run its business and keep customers, employees and travel partners in more than 100 countries connected. Part of the project will see Colt team up with Arqit to deploy