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June 10, 2024

Introducing the GBTA Sustainable Procurement Standards for Hotels

Hotel procurement forms a crucial part of managed travel programs, with travel managers often evaluating thousands of hotel RFP (Request for Proposal) responses annually. As sustainability becomes a core objective in many travel programs, having a straightforward approach to assess the sustainability of hotel suppliers is more essential than ever. To meet this need, the GBTA Foundation, in collaboration with the Sustainability Committee, has released the new Sustainable Procurement Standards for Hotels.

As an industry-wide resource, these Standards are designed to simplify hotel procurement decisions, while promoting responsible travel practices:

  • Buyers can leverage these Standards to gain a clear view of current and prospective hotel suppliers’ sustainability practices. By working closely with their ESG teams, buyers can integrate these standardized questions into their procurement and supplier management processes, making informed decisions aligned with their sustainability goals.
  • Suppliers can use these Standards to communicate their sustainability initiatives more efficiently to buyers, meeting the growing demand for climate-conscious practices. The standardized set of procurement questions empowers suppliers to better prepare for RFP requests and streamline their responses.

Using the Sustainable Procurement Standards, organizations can better deliver on their sustainability objectives, paving the way for a more resilient future. Download the free Standards today!

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AVIATION

Airline Allowing Women to Pick Seats by Other Female Travelers (21 ALIVE NEWS)

Munich Airport Updates Progress on new Terminal 1 Pier (BUSINESS TRAVELL)

Fake X Accounts Used by Scammers to Impersonate Airlines (TECH TIMES)

HOSPITALITY

Global Hotel CEOs Optimistic About 2024, Despite a Slow Start (4HOTELIERS)

The Future of Travel, According to McKinsey (HOSPITALITY TODAY)

US Hoteliers Struggle to Keep up With Inflation, Putting Pressure on Profitability (COSTAR)

SUSTAINABILITY

Scotland’s Major Cities Enforce Low Emission Zones to Combat Air Pollution (INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT)

OTHER SECTORS

Online Travel Platforms Tapping into Business Travel Rebound (PHOCUSWIRE)

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GBTA Convention 2024
GBTA Convention 2024 – It’s The Place to Be.

From serving the ongoing needs of business travel professionals to looking ahead to what’s needed most now by travel buyers, suppliers, business travelers and others, GBTA Convention returns for its 55th year as the global business travel event of the year.

  • In-person networking, business, and connection opportunities alongside thousands of peers and partners from across the global business travel community
  • Curated topics, insightful speakers, and leading experts on what matters most for the times we’re in but also for our future An unparalleled offering of sessions for education, learning, training and professional development for professionals of all levels and interests
  • Tools, research and resources you need, from the latest forecasts and data, to best practices and technologies to help you navigate the road ahead for your business travelers, organizations, and teams

Breakout sessions will cover topics important to the business travel industry today. There will be sessions for all levels of professional experience including:

  • Fundamental – The essential principles of a given subject.
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  • Strategic – Problem solving, evaluating processes, establishing trends and learning to adapt for improved outcomes based on the subject(s).

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It’s Your Turn to Earn a GBTA Professional Development Certificate!

Did you know GBTA Academy is offering in-person education during the pre-Convention weekend in Atlanta, GA this July?

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to advance your knowledge, grow your industry network, demonstrate commitment to your career, and earn a professional certificate.

Choose the course that is right for you:

  • Sustainable Travel Management
  • Fundamentals of Strategic Meeting Management
  • Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management
  • Global Leadership Professional (GLP) Capstone Kickoff

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

France - Officials announced extension of nightly 18:00-06:00 curfew throughout New Caledonia through at least 10:00 June 17.

Italy - Unionized Air Dolomiti and Bologna, Naples, and Venice airport workers to strike in Italy June 15. Air travel disruptions likely.

Mexico - Severe weather forecast across parts of southern Mexico through at least June 13. Possible flooding and associated disruptions.

New Zealand - Unionized rail workers could observe ongoing strike in Auckland, New Zealand, through late June. Rail service delays likely to continue.

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