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GBTA Calls Upon All Companies That Rely on Business Travel to Demand Clarity on SAF Reporting

ByRon Nucum

The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), together with the GBTA Foundation and our Sustainability Partners, has published a position statement in response to the Science Based Targets initiative’s (SBTi) revised Corporate Net-Zero Standard (Version 2.0), urging unequivocal recognition of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) environmental attributes as a credible emissions reduction pathway for business travel. With…

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Be Inclusive: A Path to Thriving in Business Travel

ByTara Erwin

In this feature series, GBTA’s Board of Directors share their perspectives on topics that matter most to members, the industry and the way forward for business travel. Today’s guest author is GBTA Board member Carlos Almendros, Director of Travel, Payments, Marketing and Communications at Cisco. Our industry is built on relationships. As someone who has…

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Webinar On-Demand: TSA REAL ID Enforcement Date – May 7, 2025. What your travelers need to know.

ByNataliia Safronova

GBTA Advocacy webinar from May 5, “TSA REAL ID Enforcement Date – May 7, 2025. What your travelers need to know”, is now available on demand.  REAL ID is a coordinated effort by the U.S. federal government to improve the reliability and accuracy of state-issued identification documents, which in turn enhances national security. This webinar is designed…

GBTA Global Advocacy Newsletter – April 2025

ByRon Nucum

Welcome to the GBTA Global Advocacy Newsletter – your new, streamlined monthly source for worldwide government actions impacting business travel. By merging our previous Europe, U.S., and Politics of Travel newsletters, we’re delivering all the essential updates in one easy-to-manage email. I hope this new format allows you time to stop and smell the roses!

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Canadian Business Travel Spending Surpassed Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024 but 2025 Outlook Tempered by Market Uncertainty 

ByTara Erwin

GBTA Conference examines the $37.6 billion CAD Canadian business travel sector, while offering education, peer discussions and practical solutions for industry professionals amid geopolitical and economic headwinds     The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) unveiled new insights and outlooks for the Canadian business travel sector during its 2025 Canada Conference, held April 28-30 in Toronto.  Marking…

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Facilitating Seamless Travel for Business: GBTA Contributes to the MDMS and SDBTR Impact Assessment

ByNataliia Safronova

The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) supports the European Commission’s initiative to address market challenges in developing multimodal digital mobility services (MDMS) and a single digital booking and ticketing regulation (SDBTR). Business travelers desire seamless integration of various transport options into a single ticket for efficiency and sustainability. GBTA believes EU regulation is necessary due…

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Earth Day 2025: A Call to Action for Sustainable Corporate Travel

ByTara Erwin

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 of Directors, European Regional Director Ben Park, Executive Director of Travel & Sustainability at Parexel.  Earth Day on April 22nd serves as a…

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Nearly One-Third of Global Travel Managers Anticipate Business Travel Volume Will Decrease Significantly in 2025 Amidst US Government Actions, According to GBTA Poll

ByDebbie Iannaci

Additionally, 37% of travel suppliers and intermediaries expect their business travel-related revenue to decline, while overall industry optimism drops for 2025 As a result of recent US government actions including tariffs, cross-border policies and entry restrictions, global business travel professionals are newly navigating a complex and uncertain landscape regarding the potential impact on business travel…

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Travel & Tourism Industry Calls for a Coordinated Approach to Advance Sustainability Goals

ByDebbie Iannaci

European Parliament’s event with GBTA, Travalyst and WTTC highlights what’s needed to build a Sustainable Future for Travel and Tourism in Europe The European Parliament served as the backdrop for a pivotal discussion on the future of travel and tourism in Europe. Hosted by MEP Nikolina Brnjac (EPP, Croatia), a member of the Transport Committee…

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GBTA Advocates for Unified Environmental Standards in Hospitality 

ByTara Erwin

Letter to European Commission Emphasizes for Consistent Sustainability Measures in Business Travel  In a move to advance sustainability in the hospitality sector, GBTA recently sent a letter to the European Commission’s Tourism Unit, DG MOVE. The letter advocated for the adoption of harmonized environmental standards for hotel accommodation, a crucial step towards achieving decarbonization goals…

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Traveler Relationship Status: It’s Complicated

ByTara Erwin

 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 member Katharine Farrell, Head of Managed Travel Marketing at Serko.  The business traveler is having a moment. Multiple suitors, from revamped, sophisticated loyalty…

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GBTA Has Co-signed a Letter Requesting Congress to Act on Immediate Steps to Improve Air Travel

ByRon Nucum

GBTA along with the aviation industry organizations are uniting their voices to ensure the FAA is more capable and prepared to deliver economic growth, foster American innovation, adapt to challenges, and continue to be the safest, largest, and most complex air traffic control system. February 19, 2025: Letter to Hill on FAA Modernization RequestFebruary 19,…

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Business Travel Industry Kicks Off 2025 with Optimism Amid Evolving Challenges, According to Latest GBTA Poll

ByTara Erwin

Results highlight growth in travel volume and spend; AI awareness, sustainability adoption and workforce shifts also among key findings Professionals in the business travel industry look forward to an engaged and productive year, according to the first Business Travel Outlook Poll of 2025, released today by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). While shifting economic…

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A Look Ahead from GBTA’s Board President: 2025 Will Be Driven by Sustainability, Innovation and Global Collaboration

ByTara Erwin

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 Mark Cuschieri.  As we begin 2025, the global business travel industry stands at a pivotal juncture. The past year has shown the…

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GBTA Expands Presence in Australia with the Addition of  New Advisory Board and Local Leadership 

ByDebbie Iannaci

GBTA’s initiatives aim to support Australia’s thriving $26.7 billion USD business travel market and foster continued growth across the Asia Pacific region The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s premier business travel and meetings trade organization, is strengthening its expanding commitment to global business travel with the formation of a new country-level GBTA Advisory…

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Reflections on 2024: An Update on GBTA Governance and Witnessing Community, Learning and Advocacy in Action

ByTara Erwin

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 Vice President Rosemary Maloney, Senior Director, Corporate Travel at The Freeman Company.  Over the past 12 months, I’ve had the honor of…

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What Does the Next European Commission Mean for Business Travel?

ByDebbie Iannaci

The European Union faced profound challenges under the previous Commission’s mandate, navigating global health crises and geopolitical upheaval while balancing climate commitments with economic competitiveness. As the Commission entered a new mandate on 1st December 2024, with Greek Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas in charge of ‘Sustainable Transport and Tourism’, the business travel sector readies itself for…

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Voices in Action: How GBTA Is Shaping the Future of Business Travel in Europe

ByRon Nucum

When it comes to the policies that shape the future of business travel, you—whether a travel manager, supplier, or industry professional—need a voice in the room. Last week, GBTA’s Advocacy team amplified that voice, meeting with European policy decision-makers to influence the frameworks and regulations that directly impact  business travel. Over three days, GBTA’s team,…

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Looking Ahead: How Travel Managers Can Navigate 2025 Hotel RFP Season

ByTara Erwin

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 member Elizabeth (Liz) Oliveira, Global Travel Manager at OMERS.  Are you immersed in the Hotel RFP season like me? It’s a very busy…

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Business Travel Industry Reflects on a Resilient 2024, Sets Optimistic Plans for Growth, Technology and Sustainability in 2025 

ByDebbie Iannaci

New GBTA research highlights strong global optimism, increased budgets and shifting travel patterns across regions as companies navigate the future  As 2024 draws to a close, there is strong sentiment from the global business travel industry that the year outperformed expectations, paving the way for increased budgets, strategic investments and growth initiatives for 2025. This…

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Employees and Companies Have a Shared Responsibility for Ensuring Ground Transport Safety for Business Travel, According to New Report from FREENOW and GBTA

ByDebbie Iannaci

Research examines how travel programmes can maximise the safety of ground transport on business trips across four key European markets: Germany, United Kingdom, Spain, and Ireland Both corporate travel managers and business travellers in Europe have a shared responsibility as well as opportunities to mitigate risk by making smart choices when it comes to ground…

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GBTA + VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations and GBTA Sustainability Summit Highlight a Robust European Business Travel Industry

ByDebbie Iannaci

Education, engagement and networking were the pillars of the three-day event that focused on initiatives for a greener future as well as what’s ahead for business travel in Europe The outlook for business travel in Europe including the path toward a more sustainable future was the focus this week at the GBTA +VDR Conference 2024…

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European Business Travel Spending to Hit $391.1 Billion USD (360.4 Billion euros) in 2024, Reflecting Strong Growth Amid Economic Challenges 

ByDebbie Iannaci

Spending to reach $517.2 billion (476.6 billion euros) in Europe by 2028, with growth outpacing most global regions except Asia Pacific, according to new regional data from GBTA  European business travel spending is projected to reach $391.1 billion USD (360.4 billion euros) in 2024, reflecting a 10.4% increase from 2023. Additionally for this year, Europe…

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First-Ever GBTA Sustainability Benchmark Reveals Gaps to Decarbonize Business Travel Programs, Calls for Accelerated Corporate Action to Reach Net Zero Targets

ByDebbie Iannaci

GBTA’s Sustainability Acceleration Challenge assesses emissions reduction efforts in corporate travel across all industry sectors, highlighting areas for immediate progress  The GBTA Foundation, the charitable arm of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), today unveiled findings from its Sustainability Acceleration Challenge, an industry-first global benchmarking initiative to evaluate the current state of business travel programs…

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GBTA Foundation’s 2024 WINiT Summit and Gala Illuminates the Strides Individuals and Allies Are Making in Leading the Journey Toward Gender Equity in the Business Travel Industry

ByTara Erwin

GBTA WINiT’s 10th anniversary events also celebrated industry leaders advancing women’s careers, commitment to the UN’s Women Empowerment Principles and showcased new GBTA research on gender equity in the business travel sector Career development and advancement for women in the global business travel industry was at the forefront as GBTA WINiT celebrated a decade of…

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Women are Well Represented in the Business Travel Industry but Glass Ceiling Remains

ByDebbie Iannaci

New GBTA data reveals women’s expanding influence as business travelers and industry professionals, but with a persistent gender gap in senior leadership roles Women professionals are prominent throughout the business travel industry, but GBTA research suggests there are still gaps in gender equity as they are still less likely to be in senior executive positions…

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United We Stand, Divided We Fall!

ByTara Erwin

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 member Carol Fergus, Director, Global Travel Events and Ground Transportation at Fidelity International.  Upon completing a year on the GBTA Board, I’m retracing…

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Future of Business Travel to Be Shaped by Demographic Shifts and Global Volatility by 2040

ByDebbie Iannaci

CWT and GBTA release special supplement report titled “2040: Baseline, Boom, or Bust” offering a comprehensive analysis of factors that will shape corporate travel strategies and business travel’s future The business travel industry is on the cusp of a major transformation, driven by a convergence of technological advancements, evolving sustainability requirements, and shifting demographic trends. To commemorate…

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GBTA Foundation Names 2024 WINiT Top 50 Honorees Recognizing Women in the Business Travel Industry  

ByTara Erwin

WINiT’s 10th anniversary Summit, Awards & Gala will further celebrate industry professionals on October 24 at the TWA Hotel at JFK Airport  The GBTA Foundation, the charitable arm of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the world’s largest business travel association and global leader in community, education, research and advocacy – has announced the…

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Corporate Traveler and GBTA Release Market Research and Trends Report, Comprehensive Study Examining the SME Business Travel Landscape in the U.S.

ByDebbie Iannaci

Traveler safety revealed as the top priority for business travelers, while rising travel costs serve as the biggest pain point, according to new report analyzing the small and midsize enterprise (SME) travel industry Corporate Traveler, the flagship SME corporate travel division of Flight Centre Travel Group, and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s…