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PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the business travel sector, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more on corporate travel management, technology trends, expense systems, strategies, executives and positions in the market.

The business travel landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by hybrid work models, sustainability goals, and digital transformation. At PhocusWire, we provide the most relevant business travel news—analyzing how corporations, travel management companies, and technology providers are rethinking policies, platforms, and experiences for the modern traveler.

Insights on corporate travel policies, trends, and innovation

Our coverage focuses on the tools and strategies shaping corporate mobility, from booking and expense platforms to duty of care and traveler wellness. We follow the latest developments in AI-driven personalization, ESG reporting, and the integration of business and leisure travel services, offering a full view of how the sector is adapting to the ever changing industry.

Acai Travel helps Hopper boost customer service with AI tools
News / Startups
Acai Travel helps Hopper boost customer service with AI tools
By Linda Fox | November 20, 2024
Hopper is the latest partner for Acai Travel, a PhocusWire Hot 25 Travel Startup for 2024 that is using AI to improve internal operations for travel companies. Read More
The state of airport passenger processing and seamless journeys
News / Technology
The state of airport passenger processing and seamless journeys
By Marisa Garcia | November 20, 2024
Digital ID and biometrics are the key drivers to a seamless experience for passengers to move smoothly through the airport. Read More
The roots of traveler frustration and how technology is helping
News / Technology
The roots of traveler frustration and how technology is helping
By Mileva Sapic | November 19, 2024
A survey from Amadeus uncovered areas of friction for travelers as well as the technology that is alleviating some of the stress. Read More
MakeMyTrip acquires expense management tool
News / Online
MakeMyTrip acquires expense management tool
By Morgan Hines | November 18, 2024
The acquisition of Happay expense platform underscores MakeMyTrip’s intention to offer a total solution for corporate travel and expense management. Read More
Is technology improving airline customer service?
News / Technology
Is technology improving airline customer service?
By Mark Frary | November 13, 2024
The need for technology in customer service is on the rise after the pandemic, but for now hybrid human-and-tech solutions seems to be most effective. Read More
SITA, Idemia partner to build digital identity ecosystem for travel
News / Technology
SITA, Idemia partner to build digital identity ecosystem for travel
By Linda Fox | November 12, 2024
The collaboration will look at furthering interoperability, trust and data security as part of a Digital Travel Ecosystem initiative from SITA. Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Crewfare
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Crewfare
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
Crewfare is a travel technology company specializing in providing seamless accommodation solutions for large-scale events and corporate clients. Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Eco.mio
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Eco.mio
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
Eco.mio is a browser extension that helps companies guide their employees to greener business travel decisions. Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: NomadHer
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: NomadHer
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
NomadHer is the community app for solo female travelers, encouraging safe travel. Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Tripstax
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Tripstax
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
TripStax is a fully connected modular stack of proprietary business travel applications, powered by a central data processing architecture that consumes, enriches and manages all business traveler... Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: ZentrumHub
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: ZentrumHub
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
ZentrumHub is a travel technology platform that helps OTAs connect with suppliers globally through a universal API connection. Read More
Presenting the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025
News / Startups
Presenting the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
PhocusWire presents the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025 - our annual list of new companies in travel, tourism and hospitality we believe will make a mark on the industry in the coming months and years. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Amex GBT, BlaBlaCar and more
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Amex GBT, BlaBlaCar and more
By PhocusWire | November 8, 2024
Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More
Amadeus revenue hits €1.5B in Q3
News / Technology
Amadeus revenue hits €1.5B in Q3
By Linda Fox | November 7, 2024
Amadeus CEO Luis Maroto said company aims to be "undisputed aggregator" of NDC volumes for airlines. Read More
Is the travel industry ready for its technology “leapfrog” moment?
News / Technology
Is the travel industry ready for its technology “leapfrog” moment?
By Matthew Parsons | November 6, 2024
New players entering travel and tourism are looking to benefit from technology platforms borne out of recent digital acceleration and platforms that have been further enhanced by recent developments in... Read More
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