GBTA Global Advocacy Newsletter – September 2025

Welcome to the late September edition of the Global Advocacy newsletter.   There is so much action happening with the world of Advocacy. And I am here to help you see it all. A U.S. Government shutdown, interesting developments in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), Advanced Air Mobility and more.   I diverge for a second to write about the…

L’Italia Rimane Leader Mondiale Nei Viaggi d’affari, con una Spesa Prevista di 34 Miliardi di Euro nel 2025 

Approfondimenti sui viaggi d’affari presentati oggi alla GBTA Italy Conference di Milano a cui hanno partecipato oltre 300 professionisti del settore  L’Italia rimane uno dei primi 15 mercati mondiali per i viaggi d’affari, con una spesa prevista che raggiungerà i 34 miliardi di euro* nel 2025, con un aumento dell’8% rispetto all’anno scorso.  Questa è…

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Connections for Action: Reflecting on NYC Climate Week 2025

If this year’s New York Climate Week made anything clear, it’s this: sustainability strategies are not retreating, they’re evolving.  The theme of the week, ‘Power On,’ captured the urgency of a moment shaped by political shifts and growing scrutiny of ESG, yet the conversations on the ground told a more optimistic story. Across panels, roundtables,…

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GBTA Urges U.S. Congress to Reach Agreement on a Federal Budget to End the Government Shutdown and Protect Business Travel and Economic Stability

GBTA, the leading voice of the global business travel industry, today called on the United States Congress to take immediate action to reach an agreement on a federal budget and quickly end the government shutdown. A prolonged shutdown would have far-reaching consequences for the business travel sector and the broader economy. It would significantly disrupt…

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Navigator Award 2025: GBTA Commends MEP Nikolina Brnjac for Commitment to Sustainable Business Travel In Europe

GBTA is pleased to announce the awarding of its prestigious 2025 “GBTA Navigator Award” to Member of the European Parliament Nikolina Brnjac (EPP, Croatia) for her advocacy contributions to the business travel industry. Speaking on the periphery of the Tourism 365 conference in Zagreb, Croatia, Suzanne Neufang, CEO at GBTA, said: “We are happy to…

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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 Foundation Launches SAF Corporate Connect to Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Adoption in Business Travel

New self-guided learning hub empowers corporate travel programs to drive SAF integration and advance industry progress toward net zero Air travel remains one of the most challenging sectors to decarbonize—yet it’s essential for global business. And for companies committed to sustainability, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is one of the few viable solutions available to reduce…

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GBTA’s New Board President on Championing Connection, Empowerment and Progress

In this feature series, GBTA’s Board of Directors share their views on topics that matter most to members, the industry and the way forward for business travel. Today’s guest author is GBTA Board President Rosemary Maloney, Senior Director, Corporate Travel at The Freeman Company. I can’t begin to express how honored I feel to step…

GBTA Global Advocacy Newsletter – July/August 2025

As you depart for holidays and vacations, GBTA wanted to ensure you are up to speed on the latest government actions that impact your job, your travelers, and your corporate goals. We are putting an added emphasis on what these actions mean to you. In the coming months we will continue to add actions that…

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Beyond Compliance: The Business Case for Accessible Events

In today’s global business landscape, creating events that are truly accessible isn’t just a matter of checking a box. It’s a fundamental business imperative. By intentionally designing experiences that welcome everyone, organizations can unlock new opportunities, drive deeper engagement, and build a reputation as an industry leader. For event planners, this means shifting from a…