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April 2, 2025

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Business Travel Emissions See 34% Reduction Since 2019 Among 239 Global Companies
(SOURCE: TRAVEL TOMORROW)

Global corporations are flying less, according to a new report and ranking by the Travel Smart Campaign, but too many firms still lack sustainable travel targets and three multinationals have been named and shamed for increasing rather than decreasing their travel emissions since 2019.

The Travel Smart campaign is a global effort led by Transport & Environment (T&E) to  “help businesses move towards purposeful travel and reduce corporate emissions.” It advocates that firms target a 50% cut in air travel emissions – which its research shows is necessary “to keep aviation within a 1.5°C-compatible pathway.”

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AVIATION

US and Canada Airlines Struggle to Stay Afloat as Economic Instability and Falling Travel Demand Threaten Growth (TRAVEL AND TOUR WORLD)

The Top 10 International Airlines for Food and Drink, According to the Experts (FOOD AND WINE)

IATA Welcomes Morocco’s Airports 2030 Strategy (ITIJ)

HOSPITALITY

Accor CEO Tells Industry to ‘Enjoy The Ride’ and Tips Key Trends (HOSPITALITY INVESTOR)

SUSTAINABILITY

The Most Notable Developments in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (AZO CLEAN TECH)

Thailand Accelerates SAF Development With Public-Private Collaboration (RECCESSARY)

OTHER SECTORS

5 Pretravel Steps for Safer Work Trips (ASIS ONLINE, GBTA FEATURED)

AI Adoption in Corporate Travel Is High but Challenges Remain (THE BUSINESS TRAVEL MAGAZINE)

UK's ETA Now Applicable to European Travellers (BTN EUROPE)

Business Travel and Organizational Capacity Trends for 2025 (THE PINNACLE GAZETTE)

Industry Spotlight


GBTA + VDR Conference 2025 – Registration Now Open!

Join us for this premier event in Europe for business travel professionals!

We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the GBTA + VDR Conference 2025 – Hamburg. This is your chance to gain exclusive insights, build valuable connections, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of business travel. 

  • Navigate Uncertainty – Learn how to adapt and thrive in a shifting global economy. 
  • Build Connections – Network with top decision-makers and industry peers. 
  • Stay Ahead – Discover the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping 2025 and beyond. 

Join us - 10-12 November 2025 |  CCH – Congress Center Hamburg 

Register by 17 June to take advantage of early bird pricing! 


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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Asia - Significant disruptions continue in Myanmar as of April 1 after March 28 earthquake and aftershocks. Disruptions likely across region.

China - China to mark Qingming Festival holidays, April 4-6. Business closures, high transport volume certain. Confirm transport reservations.

Italy - Unionized rail workers plan to strike across Italy 03:00 April 11-02:00 April 12. Public transport disruptions likely.

Myanmar - Significant disruptions continue in Myanmar as of April 2 after March 28 earthquake and aftershocks.

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Upcoming Events

GBTA APAC Sustainability Committee Webinar: What is the Best Process for Sustainability Reporting?
Apr 24 - SGT

GBTA Canada Conference 2025 Toronto
April 28 - 30

GBTA APAC Conference 2025 Singapore
May 27-28

GBTA Sustainability Summit 2025
June 10

GBTA Convention 2025
July 21-23

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Shashank Nigam ✈, Founder & CEO of SimpliFlying, is bringing his expertise to the GBTA Sustainability Summit 2025 on June 10 in Washington D.C.!

Don’t miss his exclusive session:

“Beyond the Buzz: What’s Actually Achievable with New Aviation Tech?” Learn about the latest aviation breakthroughs, understand Net Zero solutions, and hear from the innovators driving the industry forward.

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