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January 8, 2026

News to Know


Are Airlines Entering a New Era of Premium Air Travel?
SOURCE: TRAVEL MEDIA DAILY, 1/8

While the introduction of low-cost carriers to the global travel experience has enabled virtually everyone to see the world regardless of their budgets, it is interesting to note that a number of major global airlines are bringing back their first and business class options for travellers seeking a more refined, elegant, and relaxing inflight experience.

 
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AVIATION

BCD Travel and Delta Air Lines Forge Multi-Year Strategic Partnership to Advance Corporate Travel (THE ECONOMIC TIMES, 1/8)

HOSPITALITY

City of London Approves 180-Key Office-to-Hotel Conversion (4HOTELIERS, 1/8)

Hotel Distribution in 2026: What Is Structurally Changing (HOSPITALITY TODAY, 1/8)

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Uber, Nuro, Lucid Confirm On-Road Robotaxi Testing (PHOCUSWIRE, 1/6)

SUSTAINABILITY

Revealed: How Aviation Emissions Could Be Halved Without Cutting Journeys (THE GUARDIAN, 1/7)

OTHER SECTORS

UK SMEs to Increase Business Trips to ‘Emerging’ Markets – Study (BTN EUROPE, 1/7)

Sponsored  

Berlin Restores Power After Four-Day Blackout, Spotlight on Business Travel Resilience (VISA HQ, 1/8)

Industry Spotlight


 

GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forums 2026
Driving Education, Connection, and Growth Across the Latin American region

The GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forums return in 2026, expanding to seven key cities, including new stops in Monterrey and Panama City. These complimentary half-day events for travel managers and buyers combine premier education with a signature Expo and Networking Brunch, connecting 30–60 industry leaders per city. These events are in the local language.

2026 Event Calendar:

Monterrey | Feb (New!)
Santiago | May
Lima | Mar
São Paulo | Jun
Bogotá | Apr
Buenos Aires | Jul
Panama City | Jul (New!)

Join us at the region’s leading events for buyer education and professional development.

Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact us at latamevents@gbta.org.

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GBTA Webinars
The Year Ahead:
2026 Global Risk Outlook Webinars

January 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
January 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM SGT

Join GBTA’s Global Risk Committee for The Year Ahead: 2026 Global Risk Outlook webinar. Choose from two sessions designed to accommodate multiple time zones. This must-attend live webinar is designed to equip organizations with the knowledge they need to navigate the emerging risks of 2026. As we move into the new year, businesses must be proactive in identifying and preparing for key risks to ensure traveler safety and organizational success. Our panel of experts on each webinar will provide an in-depth review of the emerging risks and how they expect to shape safety and security for global business travelers throughout the year. Tune in for this vital look ahead and enter 2026 with confidence!

Price: Free for GBTA Members | $25 for Nonmembers

Attend and earn: 1 GTP Credit

Register for the January 20 Webinar
 
Register for the January 21 Webinar

 
Upcoming Events

The Year Ahead: 2026 Global Risk Outlook presented by the GBTA Risk Committee – GTP Credit Approved
January 20

The Year Ahead: 2026 Global Risk Outlook presented by the GBTA Risk Committee (APAC) – GTP Credit Approved
January 21

GBTA Canada Conference 2026 | Toronto
April 27 - 29

GBTA APAC Conference 2026 | Singapore
May 12 - 13

GBTA Convention 2026
August 3 - 5

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Agility will be a defining capability for business travel programs in 2026.

As global business travel spend is forecast to reach USD $1.69 trillion, the gap between good and great programs will come down to how quickly organizations can adapt — leveraging data, technology, and smarter decision-making while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability and duty of care.

As Suzanne Neufang, CEO of GBTA, shared in BTN Europe’s The 2026 Outlook...

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