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July 1, 2025

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Why Learning Matters More Than Ever for Industry Professionals

Whether as a catalyst for growth or navigating in times of uncertainty, industry professionals play a vital role in helping their organizations and teams recognize and harness the full value of business travel. Championing business travel’s positive impact while mitigating its challenges helps to unlock the full potential of in-person connections and collaboration while also growing careers.

It’s more important than ever for our industry professionals to stay educated and informed. Keeping up with the latest trends, tools, and best practices is essential, especially now. Whether you’re the one teaching or the one learning on any given topic, one of the best opportunities to do just that is at the GBTA Convention, July 21–23 in Denver.

From peer connection and panels to key topics and keynotes, this year’s event again offers an unparalleled platform for learning and connection. Attendees will benefit from 98 education sessions across 16 tracks—from Accommodations to Transportation and Mobility, plus two new tracks focused on AI and the Future of the Workforce.

Whether you’re deep-diving into the fundamentals or brushing up on something new, take advantage of all the learning offered. (If you haven’t yet registered for Convention, make sure you do soon – Denver is right around the corner!)

In the coming weeks, we’ll also be releasing new research reports, including our next five-year global spending forecast, travel pricing outlook and follow-up sentiment poll revealing our industry’s latest views on the potential impact of U.S. government actions on business travel. Information is power amidst uncertainty – and these research insights are designed to help our members and industry better navigate the road ahead.

And just as education is an investment in your future, so is voting in the GBTA Board of Directors 2025 election. Voting is open for one more week and the participation of our members worldwide is essential. This is your opportunity to influence the future of our Association. There’s an impressive line-up for this year’s candidates. Cast your vote by Tuesday, July 8 at 5:00 PM ET. (Members, check your email for the personalized voting link, or let us know if you cannot find it.) Tune in for the results during the virtual GBTA Annual Business Meeting on Wednesday, July 9 at 11:00 AM ET. Every ballot makes a difference — and we hope we can count on yours.

Suzanne

 
AVIATION

Global Air Travel Demand Rises Despite Dip in North American Traffic (BTN EUROPE)

Big Changes for Emirates (DJS AVIATION)

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Heathrow Warns of Weakening Demand for US Business Travel (HOSPITALITY TODAY)

Airlines in Asia-Pacific See Turbulence Ahead (INQUIRER)

SUSTAINABILITY

Turkey to Introduce Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandates (ARGS)

OTHER SECTORS

How to Make ‘Workcations’ Work (FAST COMPANY)

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OTHER SECTORS

Corporate Travel Firms Cutting Incentive Trips but Not Tech Spend, Cvent Reports (CMW)

Industry Spotlight


 

GBTA Annual Business Meeting 2025 – Webinar

July 9th | 11:00 AM EDT | 17:00 PM CEST

Get ready to tune in to the GBTA Annual Business Meeting on July 9 where we will be sharing a comprehensive review of the association's current state and future plans. Plus, we will announce the outcome of the GBTA Board of Directors elections.   

 
Register Here

(This serves as a notification for GBTA members as required by New York State Law.) 

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Australia - Flight disruptions ongoing at Brisbane Airport, Brisbane, Australia, due to severe weather July 1. Associated disruptions likely.

French Polynesia - Unionized government agents plan indefinite strike at Maison de la Culture, Papeete, French Polynesia, June 30. Flight disruptions reported.

Germany - Taxi drivers plan to strike and demonstrate in Frankfurt July 1 and major centers across Germany July 2. Travel disruptions likely.

Middle East/North Africa - Ceasefire between Iran and Israel continues to hold as of June 30. Defer travel to Israel and Iran.  

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