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Technology, Innovation and Security Were the Hot Topics of GBTA Conference 2018 – Toronto

TORONTO (April 20, 2018) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – wrapped up yet another successful conference in Toronto this week. Technology, innovation and security were among the hot topics discussed throughout the industry gathering bringing together travel professionals and industry leaders for Canada’s premiere…

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Business Travel Responsible for $40.1 Billion in Canadian GDP, Creates Over 573,000 Jobs

TORONTO (April 18, 2018) – A new report issued today at GBTA Conference 2018 – Toronto reveals the high potential of business travel to drive economic development and business success. The report, produced by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), in partnership with BCD Travel and Air Canada, also reveals the risk to the nation’s…

GBTA Pleased Congress Heard Message That PFC Increase Would Harm U.S. Economy

Alexandria, VA (March 21, 2018) – Tonight, Congress released the details of the Fiscal Year 2018 Omnibus spending bill, which would fund the government through September. The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) was pleased to see that attempts to increase air passengers’ flight costs were rebuffed. Congressional leaders rejected a proposal from Senator Susan Collins…

GBTA Launches Blue Ribbon Education Panel

Alexandria, VA (March 8, 2018) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, is pleased to announce the launch of a Blue Ribbon Education Panel to evaluate and enhance GBTA’s educational offerings. A panel of industry leaders has been assembled to determine the relevance of education content, identify…

GBTA Reveals Centre Stage Panels at GBTA Conference 2018 Toronto

Toronto, Canada (March 8, 2018) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, today revealed three of its Centre Stage panels at GBTA Conference 2018 Toronto, April 16-18. Panel Discussion: Cross Border Security Leading executives will gather to discuss the current state of cross border security, updates to…

GBTA Launches New Podcast: The Business of Travel

Alexandria, VA (March 7, 2018) – Today, the Global Business Travel Association, the voice of the global business travel industry, launched an all-new podcast called The Business of Travel. The podcast will consist of weekly episodes featuring several industry experts and thought leaders on a range of key issues affecting the business travel industry. In…

GBTA to Congress: A PFC Increase Will Ultimately Harm U.S. Economy

Alexandria, VA (March 6, 2018) – Today, the Global Business Travel Association sent letters to the Senate and House Appropriations Committees to remove an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) from the FY2018 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) Appropriations Act. As currently written, the THUD Appropriations bill would increase the…

GBTA Announces Peter Mansbridge as Featured Speaker at GBTA Conference 2018 Toronto

Toronto, Canada (January 18, 2018) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, today announced Peter Mansbridge as a featured speaker for its 14th annual conference in Toronto from April 16-18 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. His appearance is made possible by IHG® – InterContinental Hotels Group….

GBTA Members Call on Congress to Pass A Long-term FAA Bill and Ensure the 9-11 Aviation Security Fee is Used to Improve Security

Alexandria, VA (June 7, 2018) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – hosted its 16th annual Legislative Summit this week. Over 130 GBTA members representing 23 states attended, calling on lawmakers to pass a five-year FAA Bill ensuring a long-term plan for the future of…

GBTA Convention 2018 Coming to San Diego

Alexandria, VA (December 21, 2017) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, is pleased to announce the launch of registration for GBTA Convention 2018. Next year’s Convention, the largest, most comprehensive annual gathering of business travel and meetings managers, meeting planners, procurement professionals and suppliers in the…