The GBTA Australia Business Travel Forums are a must-attend event for corporate travel professionals, offering an afternoon of expert insights, dynamic discussions, and valuable networking. Taking place in Brisbane on June 10, 2025, and Melbourne on July 31, 2025, these forums bring together industry leaders to explore the most pressing challenges and opportunities in Australian business travel.
With engaging panels on the corporate travel outlook, AI and technology’s impact on travel programs, and the ongoing complexities of air travel, attendees will gain actionable insights to navigate the evolving landscape. A dedicated Buyer Roundtable provides a platform for candid discussions on shared challenges, while structured networking sessions create opportunities for meaningful connections.
Join us in Brisbane or Melbourne for a forward-thinking program designed to equip you with the knowledge, strategies, and industry relationships needed to stay ahead in corporate travel.
Registration Pricing:
| GBTA Buyer Member Rate: | Buyer (Non-Member) Rate | GBTA Supplier Member Rate | Supplier (Non-Member) Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| US$29 | US$195 | US$79 | US$265 |
Attending the GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum?
Show your network!
Download one of our official social media graphics and let everyone know you’ll be there. Post it on your favourite platforms using #GBTAAUS25 and tag @GBTAAPAC so we can share the excitement with you!
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Agenda
A series of engaging talks and panels covering the hottest topics in corporate travel in Australia, with networking sessions
1.30 PM
Registration
2.00 PM
Welcome from our Host
2.05 PM
GBTA APAC Corporate Travel Outlook Update
2.15 PM
Air & Hotel trends in AU: Benchmark your program
2.35 PM
The value of new air fare channels update
2.45 PM
Roundtable discussions. Tables to discuss major program challenges and success-stories (7 mins per issue):
- Travel Risks – guiding your travellers amid heightened geopolitical risks
- Sustainability – are you ready for compliance and government requirements?
- Choose your own! For example: data security, traveller wellbeing, travel ROI, M&E, robotaxis!
3:05 PM
Insights from the Roundtables
3:30 PM
Networking Drinks
4.30PM
Event close
*Agenda can be subject to change
Event Details
The GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum 2025 in Brisbane will take place on Tuesday June 10 at Sofitel Brisbane Central.
Venue:
Sofitel Brisbane Central
249 Turbot St
Brisbane City
QLD 4000
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Hotel Parking: 182 Parking spaces are available at the hotel including indoor parking and valet parking.
Registration Pricing:
| GBTA Buyer Member Rate: | Buyer (Non-Member) Rate | GBTA Supplier Member Rate | Supplier (Non-Member) Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| US$29 | US$195 | US$79 | US$265 |
Attending the GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum?
Show your network!
Download one of our official social media graphics and let everyone know you’ll be there. Post it on your favourite platforms using #GBTAAUS25 and tag @GBTAAPAC so we can share the excitement with you!
Event Details
The GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum 2025 in Melbourne will take place on Thursday, July 31 at The Langham, Melbourne.
Venue:
The Langham, Melbourne
1 Southgate Ave
Southbank
VIC 3006
Distance to Hotel:
- Tullamarine Airport, 12.4 miles / 20km, 50-min drive
- Flinders Street Station, 0.3 miles/450m, 6-min walk
Transport and Parking Rates:
- Taxi from Tullamarine Airport from AU$70
- Shuttle Bus from Tullamarine Airport from AU$22
- Valet Parking AU$80 for 24 hours
Registration Pricing:
| GBTA Buyer Member Rate: | Buyer (Non-Member) Rate | GBTA Supplier Member Rate | Supplier (Non-Member) Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| US$29 | US$195 | US$79 | US$265 |
Attending the GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum?
Show your network!
Download one of our official social media graphics and let everyone know you’ll be there. Post it on your favourite platforms using #GBTAAUS25 and tag @GBTAAPAC so we can share the excitement with you!
Join us in driving the growth of the Australian business travel sector while building lasting connections and staying at the forefront of industry innovation. Sponsoring the Business Travel Forums unequivocally underscores our travel suppliers’ dedication to advancing the Australian Business Travel Industry and fortifying the development of robust Corporate Travel Programs.
Give your organization the best opportunity to connect to the business travel community while expanding your network, increasing lead generation efforts, and enhancing branding opportunities.
Sponsorship Opportunities
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