This week marks the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Schengen Agreement, which led to the creation of the borderless Schengen Area, allowing citizens to travel across 29 European countries without any border controls. For business travelers, the Schengen Area has been a major success story, cutting red tape for businesses and creating a free…
Over 100 GBTA members engaged U.S. lawmakers during the GBTA U.S. Legislative Summit to advocate for policies that support economic growth and global mobility Representative Rick Larsen and Senator Jerry Moran receive 2025 GBTA Navigator Awards for championing business travel in the U.S. More than 100 members and constituents of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)…
GBTA Advocacy webinar from May 5, “TSA REAL ID Enforcement Date – May 7, 2025. What your travelers need to know”, is now available on demand. REAL ID is a coordinated effort by the U.S. federal government to improve the reliability and accuracy of state-issued identification documents, which in turn enhances national security. This webinar is designed…
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) supports the European Commission’s initiative to address market challenges in developing multimodal digital mobility services (MDMS) and a single digital booking and ticketing regulation (SDBTR). Business travelers desire seamless integration of various transport options into a single ticket for efficiency and sustainability. GBTA believes EU regulation is necessary due…
Additionally, 37% of travel suppliers and intermediaries expect their business travel-related revenue to decline, while overall industry optimism drops for 2025 As a result of recent US government actions including tariffs, cross-border policies and entry restrictions, global business travel professionals are newly navigating a complex and uncertain landscape regarding the potential impact on business travel…
Letter to European Commission Emphasizes for Consistent Sustainability Measures in Business Travel In a move to advance sustainability in the hospitality sector, GBTA recently sent a letter to the European Commission’s Tourism Unit, DG MOVE. The letter advocated for the adoption of harmonized environmental standards for hotel accommodation, a crucial step towards achieving decarbonization goals…
GBTA along with the aviation industry organizations are uniting their voices to ensure the FAA is more capable and prepared to deliver economic growth, foster American innovation, adapt to challenges, and continue to be the safest, largest, and most complex air traffic control system. February 19, 2025: Letter to Hill on FAA Modernization RequestFebruary 19,…
The European Union faced profound challenges under the previous Commission’s mandate, navigating global health crises and geopolitical upheaval while balancing climate commitments with economic competitiveness. As the Commission entered a new mandate on 1st December 2024, with Greek Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas in charge of ‘Sustainable Transport and Tourism’, the business travel sector readies itself for…
When it comes to the policies that shape the future of business travel, you—whether a travel manager, supplier, or industry professional—need a voice in the room. Last week, GBTA’s Advocacy team amplified that voice, meeting with European policy decision-makers to influence the frameworks and regulations that directly impact business travel. Over three days, GBTA’s team,…
Since the last European election in 2019, business travel has undergone significant transformations. By interrupting travel, the Covid-19 pandemic brought to light the sector’s crucial benefits to our societies, including connecting people from different backgrounds and a substantial contribution to economic growth. Now that it is on the road to recovery, efforts are being deployed…
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