Daily News Brief – July 13, 2020
U.S. Coronavirus Cases Spike, with India Close Behind
U.S. Coronavirus Cases Spike, with India Close Behind
On Sunday, the World Health Organization announced another record number of cases recorded in one day, with more than 230,000 cases reported globally. The United States remains the world’s hotspot, with some states seeing huge spikes in cases. If the state of Florida were a country, the 15,300 new cases reported there on Sunday would have put it in the top ten globally. Continue Reading >>
COVID-19 Update
Coronavirus Vaccine Update: Russia Completes World’s First Human Trial (BUSINESS STANDARD)
Canadian Province of Ontario to Announce Stage 3 Reopening Details Monday (REUTERS)
More Helpful Articles/Links:
- CDC Dashboard – Updated frequently with new guidance documents and details
- Reopening the Economy Under COVID-19 – Governing.com
- State Data and Policy Actions to Address Coronavirus – Kaiser Family Foundation
- TSA Prepared for Summer Travelers with Updated Security Procedures
- COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country (CDC)
- Coronavirus Rumor Control – FEMA.gov
- Global Travel Restrictions, Flight Operations and Screening (Updated Daily) – International SOS
- GBTA Asks Congress to Pass Responsible Measures to Support Industry
- CDC Coronavirus Information
Industry Spotlight
GBTA Global Research: Most Viewed
GBTA Research is the premier resource on all topics affecting the business travel industry. Our research and tools allow business travel professionals to stay up-to-date on trends and topics that shape the industry and leverage that knowledge to help them be more effective in their roles. GBTA has compiled a list of the most viewed research studies of 2019-2020.
Professional Development
Join the Virtual Conversation via GBTA HUB
GBTA Members can connect online and discuss current and relevant topics within the business travel industry across multiple forums with business travel buyers and suppliers.
Trending topics include:
- Liability Insurance Rebate
- Travel/Accident Insurance
- COVID-19 Overnight Hotel Stays/Other Travel Allowance Considerations
Job Spotlight
Meetings Advisory Senior Executive
London, United Kingdom
Supporting the Head of Meetings Advisory in creating and establishing a new Meetings Advisory Team to support all aspects of company shareholder meetings. This includes setting up and managing a team to support the registration of shareholders at client led events, checking and reviewing meeting notices pre event, working with clients testing voting files, providing support and advice to clients and their advisors/lawyers, creating and enhancing procedures, acting as a ‘go to’ point for key clients and Relationship Managers.
Trending Industry News
Aviation Industry News
United Airlines Will Not Close 787 Crew Base at Los Angeles (SIMPLE FLYING)
Emirates Requires COVID-19 Testing for Some US Passengers (SIMPLY FLYING)
Air France Outlines Return to 60% Of Schedule by October (SIMPLE FLYING)
Melbourne Airport Introduces New Hygiene Measures (BUSINESS TRAVELLER)
Singapore’s Changi Airport Was Regarded as World’s Best but How Is It Handling Coronavirus Pandemic? (SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST)
More Industry News
Hilton Expands New Cleaning Standard in Pitch to Host Meetings and Events Pre-Vaccine (YAHOO!)
Travellers Should ‘Wear to Care’ in the New Normal Says WTTC (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)
TravelPerk Acquires Startup Albatross to Boost Travel Risk Management Offering (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)
Life after Zoom: Corporate Travel Agents Plot Safe Return to Business Trips (MSN)
Industry Webinar Series: Global Travel Professional® (GTP) Certification: The How and the Why. – GBTA continues to provide pertinent, relevant industry related professional development which can be applied toward career development and GTP® credits. This webinar focuses on Value Proposition and Exam and Certification Pathway. Start Watching >>
WorldAware Intelligence Brief
Hungary – Hungary to Implement New Three-tier System of Entry Restrictions
Japan – Authorities Continue Easing Domestic Restrictions due to Coronavirus Disease
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