Travel & Tourism
Secluded Bed and Breakfast caters to new needs during the pandemic
A one-roomed Bed and Breakfast in Sweden is an example of how some in the travel and tourism sector are pivoting during COVID.
COVID-19 – Innovators Respond
We’re tracking the most impactful and positive innovations related to the coronavirus pandemic. See the latest below or view and search our entire innovation database.
Travel & Tourism
A grounded A380 is transformed into a restaurant
Singapore Airlines is launching a dining experience on board one of its grounded planes, where guests will be served either international or Singaporean Peranakan cuisine.
Food & Drink
An insulated food delivery pod for the COVID era
A Portland company has developed a new way to organise contact-free food delivery for large buildings.
Mobility & Transport
Brazilian food delivery service pivots to e-bikes amidst COVID pandemic
iFood is partnering with an e-bike company to provide subsidised rentals to its couriers, allowing it to expand its staff.
Health & Wellbeing
Remote respiratory monitor tracks COVID symptoms as patient sleeps
The contactless system also helps keep healthcare professionals safe by limiting in-person checkups.
Retail
Closing jewellery shop sets up treasure hunt for remaining goods
Leftover stock from an American jewellery store that closed during lockdown is being sold to those who purchase a ticket and can locate the buried items.
Health & Wellbeing
A home antibody test aims to be less-invasive and easy to use
A new design for home antibody testing kits uses high-velocity microneedles and slight vacuum pressure to rapidly collect small amounts of blood.
Work & Lifestyle
A customisable face mask adaptable for any profession
A French team has created the M-101 mask, which can be adapted into 600 different styles to suit the needs of the wearer’s profession.
Work & Lifestyle
Multifunctional ‘Box Office’ helps separate work and home life
The eco-friendly design mimics a classic office cubicle, but is portable and adaptable to different home spaces.
Education
Protective face shield for children is customisable and reusable
The 3D-printed, open source shield is designed to help young children avoid touching their faces in classrooms.
Advertising & Marketing
Tequila brand develops purpose-driven immigration campaign
Hornitos’ Fair Shot initiative provides personal care items and household supplies to support the immediate needs of new US immigrants.
Health & Wellbeing
Botanical face mask eases respiratory issues
The AusAir masks use memory nose foam and botanical filters that last up to four weeks.
