Business travel and disability: IBM turns to Amex GBT
IBM has become the first customer for a new global accessibility solution for business travellers developed by Amex GBT. A new step for TMC on the road to more inclusive business travel.
Brussels is working on further improvements to travellers' rights
The European Commission wants to strengthen passenger rights. Concrete proposals were put forward on 29 November to clarify disputes linked to delays, cancellations and even bankruptcy.
Africa set to see the biggest increase in air travel by early 2024
According to the latest global report from FCM Consulting, growth in business travel is set to accelerate in early 2024, with a sharp rise in the number of seats offered by airlines. Africa in particular is set to benefit.
China visa-free for French nationals
China announced last week that it would lift the visa requirement for French nationals travelling to the country for tourism or business for a period of one year. Good news for travellers...
Business travel revival, economic or ecological obstacles: GBTA's figures
The GBTA has published a new progress report to measure the return of business travel, and the obstacles that persist in different regions.
Teleworking: habits, obstacles and excesses highlighted by SAP Concur
SAP Concur surveyed employees and their companies to find out about the role of teleworking, the prospects and the limits of the Work from Anywhere approach.
IFTM-EPSA Barometer: "Companies are travelling less, but for more".
The IFTM-EPSA barometer shows that business travel spending is returning to levels almost equivalent to those seen in 2019. But rising prices are not the only factor...
Towards an explosion in bleisure by 2032?
Mixing the genres of business and leisure travel could become very popular in the years to come. A study by Allied Market Research even estimates that the bleisure market could more than double by 2032.
New York drastically restricts the Airbnb model
Since 5 September, a new law for New York City has drastically restricted the possibility of renting an independent flat on sharing platforms such as Airbnb. These same platforms are crying foul. And they are predicting that prices will soar and tourist numbers fall...
Uber for Business: a white paper for a greener travel policy
Uber for Business has published its guide for responsible business travellers. A white paper combining practical advice and expert analysis to reconcile mobility and eco-responsibility, while improving the experience of professionals on the move.
Faced with rising prices, European Travel Managers surveyed by Cvent
Cvent surveyed European travel managers to identify their priorities and issues for the months ahead.
Business travel and meetings: price forecasts for 2024
The 2024 Global Business Travel Forecast predicts a further increase in fares, albeit less than in recent months. According to CWT and GBTA, the world of business travel may well have to get used to a "new real cost of travel"...
Russia offers electronic visas for Europeans
Strange situation: while Europe has restricted all forms of trade - including travel - since the start of the war in Ukraine, Moscow is reintroducing the possibility for Europeans to obtain an electronic visa. And to visit the country for tourist, scientific, cultural or economic purposes...
Environment: a problematic gap between words and deeds in the UK
British business travellers and their employers have not yet made sustainable development a real priority, according to a study recently published by Emburse.
Moovance tackles the corporate market to promote soft mobility
After starting out with individual travellers, French app Moovance has launched a B2B offering. The app enables companies to measure the carbon footprint associated with employee mobility, and is designed to facilitate their ecological transition.
Discrimination, jealousy: Concur highlights frustrations linked to travel
According to a new study published by Concur, many employees may be frustrated by the way business travel is allocated within the company. Business travel also suffers from discrimination.
Navan uses OpenAI's AI to analyse travel expenditure
Navan is turning to artificial intelligence to improve the management and understanding of travel expenses, using its new virtual assistant Ava. For the time being, these functions are reserved for a small number of users as part of a test phase.
Depart from either Abu Dhabi or Dubai thanks to an Emirates-Etihad agreement
Emirates and Etihad have signed an interline agreement offering greater flexibility for travel within the United Arab Emirates. The biggest advantage is arriving in Dubai and departing from Abu Dhabi, or vice versa. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is now betting on a common Schengen-style visa.
Airbnb goes back to basics
Growing hostility to the Airbnb model is forcing the platform to return to its original model of offering travellers a room to rent in a flat.
China abolishes PCR tests to enter its territory
China has decided to abolish the requirement to present a negative PCR test before entering the country. Only an antigenic test is now required.
