Corporate travel policy

La travel policy of the company will determine the profile of the business trip, the balance between well-being and cost control, between flexibility of booking and cost control. duty of care. Sustainable developmentreimbursement of expense reportspreferred suppliers, security, compliance A mobility management strategy tailored to travellers and their business trips: there are many challenges involved. (see more)

It is up to the travel manager, in conjunction with other departments such as purchasing and HR, to define a framework for structuring business travel, and to rethink travel policy from time to time to adapt to new challenges.

South Korea adopted the digital arrival card on 24 February

Thailand and Korea adopt the digital arrival card

South Korea and Thailand are also adopting the digital arrival card. South Korea launched the card on 24 February, and Thailand will follow on 1 May.
Along with the UK, the French market is the most mature in terms of responsible travel policies, according to the new AirPlus study

Travel policies and CSR: France leads the way, Germany lags behind

According to AirPlus, the travel policies implemented by French companies are among the strictest in terms of eco-responsibility in Europe.
Travel spending increased in 2024 according to the new AirPlus Business Travel Index report.

AirPlus Business Travel Index: spending up, domestic flights down

The new AirPlus Business Travel Index report points to an increase in spending on business travel in 2024.
easyJet Plus for Business

Simplified business travel management with easyJet "Plus for Business

Already known for its easyJet Plus product for business travellers, the low-cost carrier is now launching the easyJet Plus for Business programme, which enables companies to manage their employees' benefits.
According to the organisers of the Business Travel Show, "Nearly four out of ten business travel budgets will increase this year".

Business travel: a gradual return to business in 2025

Business travel continues to make a strong comeback this year, according to data gathered from travel managers by the organisers of the Business Travel Show.
The Henley Passport Index 2025 is dominated by Singapore

Henley Passport Index 2025: France takes a step backwards

The French passport, which came top of the list of the most useful travel documents last year, has fallen back in the Henley Passport Index 2025.
Sabah Kahoul, Managing Director of Business Travel Purchase

"A place for travel managers to take on new forms of mobility": Sabah...

Sabah Kahoul, Managing Director of Business Travel Purchase and Vice-President of the Swiss Travel Management Association (ASTM), looks back at the highlights of 2024. She also looks ahead to what travel managers can expect in 2025.
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.
The visa offered to French travellers on arrival will be extended from 15 to 30 days (photo Florian Guillemin)

China: between 15 and 30

From 30 November, French business travellers visiting China will be able to stay in the country for 30 days instead of 15. And they still do not need to apply for a visa.
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.
Business travellers not always happy with virtual meetings (DR)

AirPlus study: what if business travellers' frustrations were driving them towards...

According to an AirPlus study, European business travellers regret the move to virtual travel. And they threaten to change companies if their wings are clipped...
Cegid Notilus

Myth #4: I don't need a travel order to travel...

Many managers and decision-makers underestimate the importance of mission orders when their staff travel on business. Some see it as a superfluous administrative task, or think that it is only intended for the public sector. However, this attitude can expose companies to considerable legal and financial risks. The purpose of the travel order is to protect employees who have to travel outside their usual place of work, as well as the employer. It facilitates the management of business travel by establishing clear guidelines and providing for the payment of expenses.
Suzanne Neufang, CEO of the GBTA

Rising prices: what are the trends for travel and MICE in 2025?

The Global Business Travel Forecast report published by GBTA and CWT analyses the fare outlook for the coming months in the business travel and MICE sectors.
Germany and the Schengen area

Germany: border controls return from 16 September

The German government is temporarily suspending the free movement of people from 16 September. Passports or identity cards will therefore be required to enter Germany...
lower air fares France

Fall in air fares accelerates in France

The French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) reports an acceleration in the fall in air fares in France in July. Only prices on domestic routes in mainland France continued to rise.
Zurich airport

AirPlus points to a comeback in the Swiss business travel market

The number of Swiss business travellers is rising sharply. According to AirPlus, the number of tickets purchased by Swiss companies has risen by 10%.

New rules in Malaysia to better protect air travellers

New air transport rules in Malaysia came into force on 2 September, offering passengers greater protection. Particularly in the event of flight cancellation.
Data from the AirPlus Business Travel Index report have been released

AirPlus Business Travel Index: slight changes in travel spending

Spending on business travel rose slightly in Europe in the first half of the year, according to the new AirPlus Business Travel Index report.
Annette Masson, President of the Tourisme et Handicaps association.

A. Masson (Tourisme et Handicaps): "developments, but also delays".

President of the Tourisme et Handicaps association, Annette Masson notes that progress has been made in welcoming disabled travellers, although not everything is up to her expectations.