March 3, 2025

News to Know

'Jetset Hacking' Among 2025 Business Travel Trends
(SOURCE: GLOBETRENDER)

Agentic AI, Biometric Gateways and Jetset Hacking are among seven trends identified in a new "Business Travel Trends 2025" report from Amadeus Cytric and Globetrender.

Global business travel spending is projected to reach US$1.64 trillion in 2025, up from US$1.48 trillion last year, according to the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). As the sector grows, the way employees travel – and how companies manage that travel – also continues to evolve.

AVIATION

Melbourne, Sydney, Singapore: LATAM Expands New Qantas Codeshare in Australia and Beyond in Early 2025 (TRAVEL AND TOUR WORLD)

AI-Powered Operations, Green Fuel Expansion, and Global Airline Route Expansions Reshape Air Travel in March 2025 (TRAVEL AND TOUR WORLD)

Qantas & Jetstar Arrange 50 All-Female Crew Flights to Mark International Women's Day (SIMPLE FLYING)

hoper – The First Helicopter Airline Service in Greece Launches B2B Initiatives (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)

HOSPITALITY

ILHA Partners with Matrix Fitness to Integrate Wellness in Luxury Hotels (YAHOO FINANCE)

The Future of Hospitality: AI-Driven Hotel Set to Open in Las Vegas (HOSPITALITY NET)

OTHER SECTORS

Amadeus Sees 'Gradual' NDC Adoption as Total Bookings Rise (BUSINESS TRAVEL NEWS EUROPE)

New Crowne Plaza by IHG Research Reveals Demand for Seamless Work-Leisure Integration (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)

Industry Spotlight

Join the Movement: Accelerate Action for Women's Equality

This International Women's Day, be part of the movement for gender equality in business travel. Join GBTA WINiT's IWD session this week on Friday, March 7.

We'll share real stories, practical strategies, and inspiring ideas to #AccelerateAction for gender equality in your workspace, business travel community, and beyond. This 45-minute session is your chance to connect, learn, and make a difference.

Free Webinar | Friday, March 7th | 11:00 am ET

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Argentina and Brazil - High temperatures forecast across northeastern Argentina and southern Brazil through March 8. Transport and utility disruptions possible.

Canada and United States - Adverse winter weather forecast across parts of southern Canada and the northern US through March 3. Hazardous travel conditions likely.

Germany - Transport workers call for strikes across Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany, March 3-19 over wage issues. Transport disruptions likely.

United States - Severe weather forecast across southern and southeastern US through early March 5. Flooding, tornadoes, and associated disruptions possible.

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