Business travel

From the first kilometre of a business trip right through to arrival at the destination, business travellers and travel managers alike need to be kept abreast of the constant changes in business travel: new air services, business classes, loyalty programmesservices railway companies in trains or stationsoffers taxis or VTC for professionals...(see more)

Not forgetting the new players in the collaborative economy and the technology sector... Daily monitoring of these developments to ensure that business travel is ever safer, more comfortable and more sustainable, in business destinations in France and abroad.

B&B Hotels in Brussels

B&B Hotels has just opened its largest hotel in Belgium, near Brussels airport. This new hotel is part of the group's growth in this country.

New strike threat in French skies

The air traffic controllers could take strike action again in a few days' time following a notice of strike lodged by the SNCTA.

Brutal disappearance of low-cost carrier PLAY

Icelandic airline PLAY has finally decided to cease operations following an attempt at restructuring. The discontinuation of its routes was immediate. 

Hilton: openings expected by the end of the year

From Europe to Asia to the United States, the Hilton Group will have new hotels to offer business travellers this year, including some with a strong focus on meetings and events.

Strike: disruption expected on 2 October

Metros, trains, planes: an overview of the disruptions expected during the strike day on 2 October.

Eurostar changes its uniform

As part of the completed merger with Thalys, the 2,600 members of the company in contact with passengers on board and in stations will be wearing a single livery for the first time from this week.

SNCF buries Paris-Berlin/Vienna night trains

SNCF will be discontinuing the Paris-Berlin/Vienna night trains in December, blaming the State for the decision to cut its annual subsidy.

Delta Air Lines: review and outlook with Béatrice...

At the IFTM Top Resa trade fair, Béatrice de Rotalier, Commercial Director of Delta Air Lines, spoke about the prospects for Business Class Light and developments in the France/US market, just a few days before she leaves the airline.

The SNCF relaunches its Grand Prix for Ecomobility

The third edition of this competition, which rewards companies and travel agencies for their low-carbon travel policies, will begin on 16 October, with the seven prizes to be awarded in June.

Sofitel: chi va Piano, va sano in Genoa

Expected in Genoa in 2027, the Sofitel brand is part of a project to regenerate the former exhibition centre led by the famous Genoa architect Renzo Piano.

KLM or the impossible equation "more seats = more comfort...

KLM is rethinking its long-haul service with a densification of seats. According to the airline, this will guarantee greater comfort...

Fabrice Toledano: "Trenitalia is aiming to double its traffic in...

Fabrice Toledano, Marketing and Sales Director for Trenitalia France, reviews the railway company's strategy in France.

H. Hourcade (Air France): "Business travel to the United States...

Present at the IFTM Top Resa trade fair, Air France has announced its new services for the winter season, with two new long-haul flights and the continued upgrading of its in-flight product, according to Henri Hourcade, CEO France.

Malaysia Airlines now in partnership with Qantas

A new codeshare agreement between Malaysia Airlines and Australia's Qantas offers passengers enhanced connections between Malaysia, Australia and Southeast Asia.

SNCF replaces Business 1ère with Optimum offer

From 8 January, the Optimum offer will include all the advantages of the Business 1ère with enhanced customer service. It will even become an Optimum Plus class on the Paris-Lyon route, with a catering service at the seat.

Lufthansa Allegris: XXL comfort, VIP service

With Allegris, Lufthansa is ushering in a new era for business travellers, with a new experience in every class of travel. The goal: The Perfect Match.

SNCF simplifies TGV seat numbering

As with Ouigo TGVs, seat numbering on Inoui TGVs will change from 2 to 3 digits between now and the introduction of the Winter service on 14 December.

Air Canada rolls out its baggage tracking functionality in Europe

Air Canada is extending its baggage tracking service to several transatlantic destinations. This service has already been available for two years in North America. 

Eklo Bordeaux: bigger and better for MICE

Opening in 2019, the Eklo Bordeaux hotel has been extended with two new buildings housing 76 additional rooms, three meeting rooms and a bar-restaurant with a guinguette feel.

Test converted at Twickenham for Radisson RED

In London, the Radisson RED brand is bringing its lifestyle touch to the stands of Twickenham rugby stadium, with a 150-room hotel designed for meetings and events.