Business travel industry unites at 2026 GBTA Convention
Over 5,500 attendees from 47 countries gathered at Chicago’s McCormick Place this week for the Global Business Travel Association’s 2026 convention with the focus on discussions on the future of business travel this past week. Business...
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Elevated prices continue through 2026, expected to ease in 2027
Global business travel prices are expected to remain elevated through the remainder of 2026 before beginning to moderate in 2027, with variations expected across regions, according to a new Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)...
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GBTA reinforces the value of business travel on Capitol Hill
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) brought the voice of business travel to the U.S. Capitol last week, as brought its annual U.S. Legislative Summit to Washington, D.C. to advocate for policies that strengthen an industry that drives...
GBTA research reinforces role of business travel as critical economic driver
According to a new study by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), business travel within and to the United States continues to be a major engine powering the nation’s economy and growth, generating $623.8 billion in total gross...
GBTA warns that potential CBP changes risk disrupting U.S. travel
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) is warning that potential Customs & Border Protection (CBP) operational changes risk disruption U.S. travel competitiveness and economic growth. In a statement, GBTA’s CEO, Suzanne Neufang...
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GBTA research finds gaps remain on path to the ‘Perfect Business Trip’
New research from the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) find that on the path to the “Perfect Business Trip” there are still many key gaps remaining. The GBTA’s research – conducted in partnership with Spotnana, Marriott...
The future looks bright as Canadian business travel continues to prove its resilience
The future looks bright for Canadian business travel as the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) provided analysis and insights indicating that despite ongoing global uncertainty and economic pressures, business travel remains a critical...
New GBTA poll taps into outlook for business travel in 2026
As the industry rolls into 2026, a new report indicates that global business travel professionals are “cautiously optimistic” as the industry enters the year ahead -- despite concerns over balancing travel budgets with costs, traveller...
GBTA welcomes end of U.S. government shutdown
The Global Business Travel Association is welcoming the news that the United States Congress has passed a continuing resolution to reopen the government through January 30 and provide backpay to federal workers. Commenting on the end of the...
Business travel in Europe forecast to surge ahead despite challenges
The GBTA’s latest Business Travel Index Outlook (GBTA BTI) reveals that Europe continues to demonstrate both resilience and growth in business travel spending despite the ongoing global economic challenges and political...