The Global Business Travel Association welcomes the European Parliament’s inclusion of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) as a priority technology in the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) during this week’s plenary session. The NZIA is a pivotal piece of legislation that will Support the deployment of manufacturing technologies necessary for decarbonisation in the EU and help achieve its ambitious 2030 and 2050 climate targets. As a major user of air transport, the business travel community is actively supporting the shift towards cleaner aviation throughout the European Union, by stimulating market demand for SAF. In a recent report released by the GBTA Foundation on Managing Emissions from Business Travel Programs, SAF is highlighted as the most immediate opportunity to decarbonise air travel by delivering a net reduction in carbon emissions compared to fossil-based jet fuel.
FREENOW and GBTA examines the evolution of ground transportation in Europe for business travel
There’s no putting the brakes on the way business travelers view and utilize ground transportation. That’s according to the latest report from FREENOW, Europe’s Mobility Super App, and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s largest business travel association.
GBTA expands presence in Asia Pacific with new advisory board
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s premier business travel and meetings trade organization, continues to increase its commitment to global business travel with the establishment of a new regional GBTA Advisory Board in Asia Pacific. This strategic move aims to enhance GBTA’s presence and growth by engaging valuable local guidance and expertise to best serve members and partners in the region.
Cvent and GBTA sheds light on the transforming role of the corporate travel manager
Like most of us, corporate travel managers can divide their careers into two distinct eras: before COVID and after COVID. And like most professions, the ongoing adjustments for travel managers to their responsibilities, compensation, and job satisfaction reflect an industry that’s ripe for change while still adhering to some past truths.
GBTA commends Canadian Government’s introduction of new verified traveller program
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, supports the recent announcement by the Canadian government to launch a new Verified Traveller program that will offer a faster and more efficient screening experience for eligible travellers at select airports across Canada.
GBTA applauds new details to boost sustainable aviation fuel production in the U.S.
GBTA, the voice of the global business travel industry, applauds the recent announcement on the next steps in the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Grand Challenge.
Global business travel recovery stalled by recent headwinds
The global business travel industry continues its progress towards full recovery to pre-pandemic spending levels, but recovery stalls.
European Union needs to adapt regulations to avoid further travel disruption
Business travel momentum threatened as industry is challenged with staff shortages.
Companies need to rethink their travel program for a new era
Ground transportation, sustainability, bleisure travel, and meal options are just a few of the considerations, according to a new study from Uber for Business and GBTA.
GBTA Landmark Sustainability Study reveals what it takes for a greener future
New GBTA research brings together industry and external stakeholder insights to benchmark perceptions, priorities, and actionable opportunities for more sustainable business travel.
