The upturn in business travel is becoming clearer, according to a study published on 4 June by International SOS. The travel security specialist estimates that nearly eight out of ten French companies (77%) are planning a business trip to Europe in the next three months. French professionals are even looking further ahead, with 65% of them also envisaging international travel within the same three-month period. The most optimistic could even go back to work. business travel in less than a month, not only in Europe (41%) but also beyond the Old Continent 32%. According to information gathered by International SOS, these initial moves will mainly involve the United States, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Germany and Qatar.
When it's time to resume their travels, travellers are invited to take account of the following points new threats potential consequences of the health crisis. Indeed, International SOS believes that the economic recession caused by Covid-19 is conducive to crime. The health crisis is also said to have fuelled anti-government sentiment and a form of xenophobia - with foreign governments and populations sometimes seen as guilty - which could jeopardise the stability of a business destination.
For Cécile CaplinHead of Security France, " Places previously considered to be of low security risk are facing new challenges. In many countries, the environment has deteriorated as a result of the pandemic, and pre-existing risks are being exacerbated. The latter are associated in particular with growing economic disparities and the political polarisation of the players, which will further accentuate the security tension. It is clear that security teams will play an essential role in the return to the "new normal" in workplaces, as containment measures begin to relax in many countries. The visibility of the new safety status in today's environment will be essential for the return to safe and sustainable operations. ".
