September 23, 2024

News to Know

Business Travel Can't Be Decarbonized Overnight, But These Companies Are Proposing Solutions
(SOURCE: INC)

Business travel spending is roaring back post-pandemic and with it travel-related pollution, even as global leaders in business and politics seek out new ways to cut back on greenhouse gas emissions.

Executives charged with sustainability initiatives at American Express Global Business Travel, citizenM Hotels, and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines came together on a panel at the 2024 Fast Company Innovation Festival to discuss possible solutions for decarbonizing a stubborn sector.

AVIATION

Airlines Suspend Flights as Middle East Tensions Rise (HINDUSTAN TIMES)

Alaska Airlines Grounds Flights at Seattle Briefly Due to Tech Outage (ABC NEWS)

Air France and Madagascar Airlines Sign Commercial Cooperation Agreement (TIMES AEROSPACE)

JetBlue Is Getting into the Airport Lounge Business (INSIDE HOOK)

Brussels Airlines Cancels 80% of Flights due to 1 October Strike Action (TRAVEL TOMORROW)

Canada Proposes C$790 Airline Charge for Resolution of Every Customer Complaint (FLIGHT GLOBAL)

HOSPITALITY

‘I Would Complain to Corporate’: Hotel Guest Calls out Front Desk for Saying Her Room Number out Loud (DAILY DOT, GBTA FEATURED)

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OTHER SECTORS

Global Business Travel and Events Costs Moderating in 2024, with Continued Modest Increases in 2025 (TRAVEL DAILY MEDIA, GBTA FEATURED)

Industry Spotlight

GBTA Sustainability Summit
A Roadmap to Sustainable Transportation

With his extensive experience in the European Parliament, we are thrilled to announce that former MEP Jakop Dalunde will be opening our 3rd GBTA Sustainability Summit in Copenhagen.

He will lead a pivotal session on sustainable transportation, sharing the latest innovations, successful policy implementations, and future prospects in the field.

This session promises to offer invaluable insights into how the travel and transportation industry can transition towards more sustainable practices. Key discussions will emphasise the critical role of collaboration, technological advancements, and the development of supportive infrastructure.

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Antigua and Barbuda - Excessive heat watch in place across Antigua and Barbuda through at least Sept. 25. Disruptions and health concerns possible.

Australia - Unionized rail workers call off indefinite strike in Sydney, Australia, as of Sept. 23. Normal services likely.

Malaysia - Disruptions due to flooding ongoing across Kedah State, Malaysia, as of Sept. 23. Thousands evacuated; further adverse weather forecast.

United Kingdom - Authorities issue heavy rain warnings for most of England and Wales, UK, Sept. 22-23; possible transport, business disruptions.

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Upcoming Events

ETIAS and EES Unveiled: Busting Myths and Preparing for Europe's New Entry Systems
October 16

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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Exciting News! 🎉 We're thrilled to announce that Alissa McLaughlin Merlino, Senior Director of Global Solutions Engineering at BCD Travel, will be our opening keynote speaker for the GBTA Project, Crew and Team Travel Summit 2024!

Join us in Houston as Alissa dives into the crucial aspects of complex programs and provides insights that will #empower travel managers and service providers...

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