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GTBA Welcomes the End of Government Shutdown and Calls for Ongoing Bi-Partisan Co-operation to Prevent Further Shutdowns

The Global Business Travel Association, GBTA, the leading voice of the global business travel industry, welcomes the news that the United States Congress has passed a continuing resolution to reopen the government through January 30 and provide backpay to federal workers. “It’s reassuring to see things moving in the right direction. The impact of the…

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GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 in Hamburg Spotlights Advocacy, Innovation and Resilience in European Business Travel

One of Europe’s Largest Gatherings of Industry Professionals Focuses on Growth & Sustainability as Business Travel Spending Advances Toward €389.9 Billion Business travel’s evolving landscape and the drive toward a more sustainable future took center stage this week at the GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 in Hamburg. From 10–12 November, the CCH – Congress…

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GBTA Foundation’s 2025 WINiT Summit & Gala Celebrate the Power of Possibility and Leaders Advancing Gender Equity in Business Travel  

Events explore strategies to drive leadership progress across sector and recognize standout achievements  The GBTA Foundation, the cause-led arm of the Global Business Travel Association, hosted its 2025 WINiT Summit, Awards & Gala yesterday at Civic Hall in New York City. Now in its 11th year, GBTA WINiT (“Women in Travel”), a program dedicated to…

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New Research Shows Ongoing Barriers to Women’s Advancement in Business Travel

Study presented at the annual WINiT Summit examines gender gaps in leadership, satisfaction and safety Women are the majority of professionals in key business travel industry roles – comprising 74% of travel buyers and over half of travel supplier (62%) and travel management company (TMC) staff (55%) – yet remain underrepresented in senior leadership and…

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GBTA Foundation Names 2025 WINiT Top 50 Honorees Recognizing Women in the Business Travel Industry

GBTA WINiT Summit and Gala will spotlight advancement, mentorship and innovation for women and allies in the travel industry on October 23rd in New York City The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), through its cause-led arm the GBTA Foundation, has announced the 2025 WINiT Top 50, honoring industry leaders, rising talent and corporate champions who…

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Business Travel Spending in Latin America Expected to Reach $63.9 Billion USD in 2025 Amidst Modest Gains and Economic Headwinds 

At the GBTA LATAM Conference 2025, industry leaders and new regional leadership spotlight resilience, data insights, and strategic priorities for corporate travel in the region  Scroll down for Spanish version Business travel spending in Latin America – which includes Central and South America and Mexico – is projected to reach $63.9 billion USD this year,…

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GBTA Holds Annual Business Meeting for 2024, Announces 2025 Board Election Results

GBTA conducted its Annual Business Meeting on July 9, 2025, featuring key highlights and achievements for 2024. Held virtually, the meeting gave an overview of the association’s audited 2024 financial performance, along with major milestones in core areas. The agenda also covered what’s ahead for GBTA constituents for the remainder of 2025, including the GBTA…

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Achieving the Perfect Business Trip: New Study Reveals Top Challenges and Technology Solutions for Success

Survey of U.S.- and Canada-based corporate travel managers identifies key business trip pain points and the desired innovations to overcome them While business travel drives critical business outcomes, it can also come with challenges for organizations and employee travelers alike. These challenges can sometimes make the pursuit of the “perfect business trip” seem like a…

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El gasto en viajes de negocios en Canadá superó los niveles prepandemia en 2024, pero las perspectivas para 2025 se ven atenuadas por la incertidumbre del mercado. 

La Conferencia de la GBTA examina el sector canadiense de viajes de negocios, con un valor de $37.6 mil millones de CAD, y ofrece formación, debates entre colegas y soluciones prácticas para profesionales del sector en un contexto de dificultades geopolíticas y económicas. La Asociación Global de Viajes de Negocios (GBTA) presentó nuevas perspectivas para el sector canadiense de viajes de negocios durante su Conferencia Canadá 2025, celebrada del 28 al 30 de abril en Toronto.

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La industria de viajes de negocios inicia 2025 con optimismo en medio de desafíos en constante evolución, según la última encuesta de GBTA

Los resultados destacan el crecimiento del volumen y el gasto en viajes; la concienciación sobre la IA, la adopción de la sostenibilidad y los cambios en la fuerza laboral también se encuentran entre los hallazgos clave Los profesionales de la industria de viajes de negocios esperan un año comprometido y productivo, según la primera encuesta de perspectivas de viajes de negocios de 2025, publicada hoy por la Asociación Global de Viajes de Negocios (GBTA). Si bien los cambios económicos…