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May 17, 2024

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AI Takes Flight in Airline Pricing
(SOURCE: PYMNTS)

As travelers pack their bags for summer getaways, airlines are deploying artificial intelligence (AI) to squeeze every last dollar from their booking systems. Fetcherr, an Israeli startup, is helping carriers navigate the complex dynamic pricing world with its AI-powered platform.

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AVIATION

Jet Fuel Demand High: Indians Prefer Air Travel for Business & Leisure (THE HINDU BUSINESS LINE)

Singapore, Philippines Sign Agreement for Airlines to Offer up to 150 Codeshare Services Weekly (CHANNEL NEWS ASIA)

Why Supply Constraints Are Clouding the Skies for Airlines (ING)

SUSTAINABILITY

Plant Fuels Could One Day Power Airlines and Cars While Lowering Carbon Emissions (WPR)

How Sustainable Aviation Can Contribute to Smarter Cities and Economic Growth (THE AVIATOR MIDDLE EAST)

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Green Motion, U-Save Expand in Middle Eastern Markets (AUTO RENTAL NEWS)

OTHER SECTORS

New Research Highlights Toll of Business Travel on Mental Health and a Need for More Support From Employers (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)

Industry Spotlight


GBTA Europe
GBTA Europe Advocacy Newsletter
– May 2024

GBTA has released the latest edition of the GBTA Europe Advocacy Newsletter. Designed to keep you up to date with what’s happening in relation to business travel in Brussels, the newsletter gives an update on how GBTA is advocating on behalf of members and the industry. This month, the newsletter includes GBTA's participation in workshops on environment labels for flights as well as ETIAS, new videos on EU policy recommendations, the European Parliament's approval of the Net Zero Industry Act, the European Council's call for a "New Competitiveness Deal" and more.

Read all the details here in the May GBTA Europe Advocacy newsletter.

 

GBTA Board Elections - Voting Opens May 24
Meet the Candidates – Direct-At-Large

The GBTA Board of Directors serves as the governing body of the Association and is responsible for establishing its focus and direction. Board members deliberate on matters and policies related to the Association’s programs and services. Their experience and insights provide needed input into shaping the strategic goals for the organization. Volunteering on the Board is a chance for our industry’s leaders to make a long-term positive impact on our profession.

View the 2024 Candidates
Sign up for the Candidate Forum, May 22
Sign up for the Annual Business Meeting, June 26

Resources


Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Greece - Panathinaikos fans will demonstrate in Athens, Greece, 15:00 May 19. Increased security, localized disruptions likely.

Honduras - Disruptions to transport, business, air travel likely throughout Honduras amid poor air quality as of May 16. Airport closures possible.

Taiwan - Tight security, protests, disruptions likely in Taiwan through May 20 for inauguration. Rally planned DPP headquarters in Taipei May 19.

Turkiye - Authorities increase security in several of Turkiye's southeastern provinces through at least May 20 following controversial court decision.

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Upcoming Events

GBTA U.S. Legislative Summit 2024
June 10 - 12

GBTA Annual Business Meeting
June 26

GBTA Convention 2024
July 22 - 24

GBTA +VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations | Copenhagen
November 4 - 6

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The GBTA U.S. Legislative Summit is more than just an event. It's a platform to broaden your knowledge of government actions and understand their effect on hashtag#businesstravel. You’ll also gain perspectives straight from Members of Congress and meet passionate colleagues who want to make a difference. This engaging event welcomes GBTA members, non-members, and students – sign up today!

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