Corporate travel agencies

Business travel agencies have embarked on a profound transformation with the arrival of online business travel. Faced with new challenges, the race to innovate is resulting in new services dedicated to business travellers and travel managers. Objectives of the TMC improving the travel experience while controlling costs, helping the company to manage the duty of careto effectively assist passengers in the event of turbulence... (see more)

Book in advance, expense reportsAt the heart of the business travel ecosystem, the travel management company must connect to the company's tools to centralise data. And find the right balance between technology and the expertise of travel consultants.

Through its partnership with Trainline Partner Solution, Fairjungle is adding Trenitalia to its rail offering.

Fairjungle adds Trenitalia to its rail offering

TMC Fairjungle is continuing its partnership with Trainline Partner Solution, the B2B arm of the Trainline group, which distributes 270 rail and bus companies in Europe.
CWT

Amex GBT's takeover of CWT approved in the UK

The takeover of CWT by American Express GBT has finally been authorised by the CMA, the UK competition authority.
TravelPerk now lists Airbnb accommodation. TMC targets long-distance and MICE travellers

TravelPerk becomes an Airbnb host for long stays and MICE

TravelPerk is diversifying its accommodation offering by integrating Airbnb inventory. The business travel agency is particularly targeting long stays and MICE.
Cédric Lefort, Head of Corporate Travel for Sabre in France

Interview with Cédric Lefort Cédric Lefort, new head of business travel in France at Sabre

Cédric Lefort, who has just been appointed Head of Business Travel at Sabre, talks about his objectives, the GDS's priorities and his vision of business travel.
The UK softens its stance on the Amex GBT-CWT merger

Amex GBT-CWT merger: a new turn of events

In the United Kingdom, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has changed its position in favour of the takeover of CWT by American Express GBT.
After the United Kingdom, American Express GBT's takeover of CWT meets with fresh opposition in the United States

Amex GBT-CWT merger: the United States files a complaint

The acquisition of CWT by American Express GBT is the subject of a complaint by the US Department of Justice. The project has already encountered similar obstacles in the United Kingdom.
BCD Travel unveils its pricing forecasts for 2025

2025: BCD Travel unveils its price forecasts

BCD Travel takes a look at its global fare forecasts for 2025. We also take a look at the good resolutions to be applied for responsible travel.
The teams at SIAP, Italy's leading provider of ERP solutions for business travel agencies, have now been taken over by CDS Groupe.

CDS continues to grow in Europe with the acquisition of SIAP in Italy

CDS Groupe strengthens its position in Europe with the acquisition of SIAP, Italy's leading provider of ERP solutions for business travel agencies. Other acquisitions are likely to follow.
BCD Travel surveyed travel managers to find out more about their place in the company, how their role is evolving... and their level of satisfaction.

Travel manager: BCD Travel deciphers the job description

BCD Travel surveyed international travel managers to find out more about the development of the profession, the scope of their activities and their interactions within the company.
José Martinez, Chairman of the Amplitudes Group

"Fiercely defending our independence": José Martinez, Chairman of the Amplitudes Group

Amplitudes has opted for independence by designing its own SBT, eYoma. José Martinez, Chairman of the group, explains the philosophy and ambition of the business travel agency.
The takeover of CWT by American Express GBT (Amex GBT) is currently under review by the UK competition authority.

Amex GBT-CWT: UK cools merger plans

The UK authorities have published an interim report that is negative on the proposed merger between the two TMCs. They are adamant that there is no threat to competition in the business travel market.
CWT turns to ThoughtSpot to accelerate AI in reporting

CWT boosts its reporting with AI

CWT is adding a new dimension to its Analytics solution thanks to artificial intelligence from ThoughtSpot. With great promise for travel managers.
According to the study published by BCD Travel, only 16% of professionals say they are trying to travel less (Photo Luc Citrinot)

The environment, a major factor in flight booking criteria

As is often the case, the environment is relegated to second place - or further back - when it comes to organising a flight plan for a business trip. This is confirmed by a new BCD Travel study.
The takeover of CWT by American Express GBT (Amex GBT) is currently under review by the UK competition authority.

The Amex GBT-CWT merger under the scrutiny of the UK competition authority

Amex GBT and CWT are pleading their case at a time when the UK competition authority has launched an in-depth investigation into the consequences of their merger.
Olivier Nairey, Managing Director France of Navan

Interview: Olivier Nairey, Managing Director France, Navan

Olivier Nairey, Navan's Managing Director for France, reviews the agency's major projects in the business travel sector.
Reed & Mackay extends its Meetings & Events business to France

MICE: Reed & Mackay takes action in France

Reed & Mackay is taking on the management of the Meetings & Events sector with the creation of a dedicated team for the French market.
The direct connection between Supertripper and Air France KLM via the NDC standard was made official on 1 October.

NDC: a new direct Supertripper-Air France KLM connection

Supertripper today unveils its brand new direct connection with Air France KLM, marking another milestone in the advent of NDC technology in the world of business travel.
Navan offers NDC content from 15 airlines on its platform, including American Airlines, Lufthansa Group, Air France, KLM, British Airways, Finnair, Singapore Airlines and United Airlines.

NDC shift in the airline industry: Navan leads the transformation

New Distribution Capability (NDC) is revolutionising the business travel sector, offering companies considerable potential savings and a better experience for travellers. Navan, a pioneering TMC, is leading the way with direct connections to major airlines.
Buoyed by the clear upturn in business travel, BCD Travel is focusing its development on technologies to serve its customers. (photo: BCD Travel blog).

BCD Travel: technology first

Artificial intelligence projects, a platform open to partner integration, tailor-made solutions: BCD Travel takes stock of its technology projects.
Frankfurt airport (Photo: Lufthansa)

NDC: a growing standard according to Navan

The major European airlines are increasingly distributing NDC content, according to travel platform Navan.