October 3, 2024

News to Know

Is Data Analytics Enabling People to Customize Their Travel Plans?
(SOURCE: BUSINESS TRAVELLER)

The age of cookie-cutter travel itineraries is fading rapidly. In its place is a new era where data analytics is revolutionising the way we plan and experience our journeys. This shift is not merely about convenience but rather, crafting unforgettable experiences tailored to individual preferences.

Data, when harnessed effectively, can transform travel from a generic pursuit into a personalised adventure. By analysing vast amounts of information, travel companies can now decipher intricate patterns in traveller behaviour, preferences, and aspirations. This newfound understanding empowers them to curate travel experiences that resonate deeply with individual travellers.

AVIATION

FAA: No ‘Significant Safety Issues’ Found Following United Audit (AIRLINE GEEKS)

Delta Air Lines and Saudia Airlines Enter into New Codeshare Agreement (AERO TIME)

Middle East Conflict Disrupts Global Air Travel (DEVDISCOURSE)

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Fast Travel to Expand Taxi Booking Platform to More Locations After Successful Launch at Oslo Airport (PARKING.NET)

SUSTAINABILITY

IATA Set to Launch Platform Linking Airlines and SAF Suppliers (OFI MAGAZINE)

OTHER SECTORS

Embrace the Business Travel Boom: 5 Ways Your Work Life Will Change (MSN)

Two-thirds of Canadian Business Travellers Struggling with Stressful Trips: Report (HC MAG)

This Travel Priority for Small and Medium Businesses Is Surprising (THE STREET, GBTA FEATURED)

Industry Spotlight

GBTA +VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations | Copenhagen
Last Chance to Save: Registration Rates Increase 17 October

Don’t forget to register for GBTA +VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations | Copenhagen and be part of the most important European gathering of the global business travel industry.

Attend Conference and you’ll return to your organisation armed with new knowledge, expertise and impactful best practices. From serving the ongoing needs of business travel professionals to looking ahead to what’s needed most now by travel buyers, suppliers, business travellers and others.

Register by October 17 11:59 PM BST and save.

Resources

Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Asia - Typhoon Krathon tracking northeastward in the South China Sea early Oct. 3. Landfall over Kaohsiung City, Taiwan imminent.

Caribbean, Central/South America and Mexico - Activists to stage rallies in Latin America and Caribbean in early October amid anniversary of Israel-Hamas conflict. Tight security likely.

Italy - Unionized air traffic controllers plan strike at Palermo Airport, Italy, 13:00-17:00 Oct. 11. Air travel disruptions likely.

Japan - Officials likely to resume flights at Miyazaki Airport in Miyazaki, Japan, early Oct. 3. Delays, lingering disruptions possible.

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Upcoming Events

GBTA Conference 2024 Milano
October 3

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

GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums 2024 (Montreal)
October 22

GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums 2024 (Toronto)
October 24

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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