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December 17, 2025

GBTA Board of Directors


Reflecting on 2025, Looking Ahead to 2026

As we close out 2025, our Board of Directors took a moment to reflect on the year and to share their vision for 2026 in one word.

From community and connectivity to innovation and growth, these words capture the spirit of where we’ve been and where we’re headed.

Watch the video below to hear their reflections and predictions:

Thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to an exciting year ahead and can’t wait to see you in 2026!

Warm wishes,
GBTA Board of Directors

AVIATION

FAA to Spend $6 Billion to Overhaul ATC Telecom Infrastructure & Radar Surveillance Systems (SIMPLE FLYING, 12/17)

American Airlines Testing New Boarding Technology at DFW Airport (DALLAS NEWS, 12/16)

Airline Luggage Charges Causes Consumer Confusion (TRAVEL RADAR, 12/17)

How Technology Is Changing Air Travel: A Look at Airports’ Digital Backbone (DIGI HUNT, 12/17)

OTHER SECTORS

Travel's Movers, Shakers and Newsmakers in 2025 (PHOCUSWIRE, 12/17)

Why Travelers Are 'Defecting' from a Preferred Airline, Hotel or OTA (PHOCUSWIRE, 12/16)

Why Corporate Travel Risk Management Will Define Resilience in 2026 (GULF BUSINESS, 12/17)

Industry Spotlight


 

Be Part of the First-Ever GBTA Middle East Business Travel Forum in Dubai

The first-ever GBTA Middle East Business Travel Forum in Dubai is your chance to hear from industry leaders, exchange ideas with peers and explore innovative solutions shaping the landscape of the business travel industry in the Middle East and beyond.

Date: February 11, 2026
Time: 14:00 – 19:00
Location: SO/UPTOWN Dubai

This interactive forum will provide insights into regional business travel challenges and opportunities, highlight best practices, and offer valuable networking with professionals from across the industry.

Don’t miss out! Be part of the conversation driving business travel forward in the Middle East.

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