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Global Business Travel Spending Will Reach $1.48 Trillion This Year, Says GBTA

Large Majority of Indian Travel Buyers See Growth in Business Travel Programs

Study by GBTA and Visa also sees opportunities for program enhancements…

Europe Business Travel Associations Welcome New EU Emissions Standards

New rules said to make calculations comparable across all transportation modes…

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U.S. Travel Association Calls on Government to Reopen

Trade group said shutdown will lead to longer delays and more disruptions…

Air Travel Demand Up 8% in July Over Same Month Last Year, Says IATA

Air Travel Demand Drops in US for Second Consecutive Month in September

Total global demand increases…

GBTA Poll Shows Large Majority Say 2024 Was On Par or Better Than Expected

Optimism Up for Business Travel Professionals, Says GBTA Survey

Concerns remain around anticipated decreases in trip volume, spending and revenue…

Industry Associations Say Government Shutdown Has Cost Hotels $650 Million

Organizations send letter to representatives ‘imploring’ them to reopen…

Return of the Traveler

Women Are Underrepresented in Senior Business Travel Roles, Says Report

Women are the majority of professionals in key business travel industry roles — comprising 74% of travel buyers and over half of travel suppliers……

BT4Europe Welcomes European Commission’s Support of A1 Exemption

Authority recognizes ‘administrative burden’ caused by rules…

GBTA Foundation Names 2025 WINiT Top 50

Recognition honors women in hospitality…

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Business Travel Rebound Will Be ‘Muted,’ Says USTA

Forecast sees improvement from 2027 to 2029…

International Air Travel Demand Is Dominant Driver in Growth, Says IATA

Domestic demand rises moderately…

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GBTA BTI Forecasts Recovery, but With Headwinds

Annual report sees spending growing by 7% in 2025 and 8.1% in 2026 Global business travel spending  is expected to grow almost 7% in……