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August 16, 2024

News to Know


Are You Entitled to Compensation If Your Flight Is Delayed or Canceled?
(SOURCE: THE WEEK)

Having a flight delayed or flat-out canceled — whether that is due to weather, aircraft issues or an unexpected tech outage — is an obvious inconvenience. But can you actually get anything for all your trouble?

As it turns out, you can. "In April 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a new series of protections for air travelers, including automatic refunds for canceled flights and, in some cases, flight delays," said U.S. News & World Report. These rules will take effect on Oct. 28.

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‘Healthy’ Group, Business Travel Continues to Benefit Hotels: Report (HOTEL DIVE)

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Grab Revenue up 17% YoY, Focused on AI for Future Growth (PHOCUSWIRE)

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Industry Spotlight


GBTA Canada
GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums 2024

Secure Your Spot in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, or Toronto!

The highly anticipated GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums are back for 2024, bringing industry professionals together in four major Canadian cities: Vancouver on September 17, Calgary on September 19, Montreal on October 22, and Toronto on October 24.

This year’s Forums are meticulously designed to provide attendees with the latest industry insights and education. The program, consistent across all locations, offers a robust lineup of sessions covering key topics such as virtual payment solutions, enhancing attendee meetings and events experiences, NDC (New Distribution Capability) implementation, travel profile risk management, sustainability strategies for hotel programs, and more.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with peers at the buyer-only breakfast, networking lunch, and coffee breaks throughout the day at the popular Supplier Showcase, where you can connect with industry suppliers and explore the latest products and services tailored to the business travel market and will close with a networking reception.

GBTA Buyer member registration is complimentary! With limited spaces available, now is the time to secure your spot and ensure you don’t miss out on these valuable opportunities to learn, network, and grow.

Register Today

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Africa - WHO declares the monkeypox (mpox) outbreak in Africa a public health emergency of international concern on Aug. 14 after a surge in cases.

Bermuda and Canada - Hurricane tracking north-northeastward towards Bermuda as of late Aug. 15. Close approach to Bermuda likely early Aug. 17.

India - Flight disruptions possible at Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, India, through early September due to earlier roof collapse.

United States - Severe weather disrupts flights at Boston Logan International Airport in Boston, Mass., US, Aug. 15; disruptions likely into early Aug. 16.

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GBTA WINiT Summit 2024
October 24

GBTA +VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations | Copenhagen
November 4 - 6

GBTA Project Crew and Team Travel Summit 2024 | Houston
November 18 - 19

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Don't forget: GBTA WINiT Awards is open for nominations for extraordinary women who are respected for their leadership, resilience and confidence, along with the allies and companies who support these women.

Nominations OPEN until August 30, 2024!

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