Business Travel News

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.

Blueground raises $45 million in Series D funding round
News / Startups
Blueground raises $45 million in Series D funding round
By Morgan Hines | March 28, 2024
The global operator of flexible, furnished rentals will use the funding to develop technology and advance strategic initiatives. Read More
Amex GBT's big CWT deal would add scale but faces scrutiny
News / Online
Amex GBT's big CWT deal would add scale but faces scrutiny
By Michael B. Baker - BTN | March 26, 2024
American Express Global Business Travel's newly announced acquisition of rival CWT would be a merger of giants but might not face the regulatory scrutiny that has quashed recent major mergers in the... Read More
How technology is evolving to help hotels monetize spaces
News / Technology
How technology is evolving to help hotels monetize spaces
By Linda Fox | March 26, 2024
Travel technology companies including DerbySoft, Journey and Mews are helping hotels and other accommodation providers explore different revenue streams. Read More
Amex GBT acquiring CWT in $570M deal
News / Online
Amex GBT acquiring CWT in $570M deal
By D.J. Catron | March 25, 2024
American Express GBT expects the acquisition of CWT to close in the second half of the year. Read More
Concur aims to drive automation, improve user experience with updates
News / Technology
Concur aims to drive automation, improve user experience with updates
By Linda Fox | March 19, 2024
Key elements of the updates, launched at its Fusion event in the U.S. this week, include enhancing Concur Travel, a partnership with Mastercard and further automating Concur Expense. Read More
CEO Spotlight - Sam Gilliland of Accelya
Interview / Technology
CEO Spotlight - Sam Gilliland of Accelya
By Linda Fox | March 18, 2024
Gilliland spent more than 20 years at Sabre, starting as a software engineer and ending up as CEO, a position he held for 10 years until he left in 2013. He spent some time in private equity before... Read More
Travel companies expect "moderate to aggressive" tech investment increase in 2024
News / Technology
Travel companies expect "moderate to aggressive" tech investment increase in 2024
By Linda Fox | March 14, 2024
New research identified machine learning, data analytics and digital payments as the tecnology priorities for travel companies this year. Read More
Spotnana adds travel management for meetings and events
News / Technology
Spotnana adds travel management for meetings and events
By Mitra Sorrells | March 13, 2024
Spotnana Events is a self-service solution employees can use to book and manage their travel for meetings and events. Read More
Amadeus acquires B2B payments specialist Voxel
News / Technology
Amadeus acquires B2B payments specialist Voxel
By Linda Fox | March 11, 2024
Amadeus said the acquisition supports its vision for a "smooth travel payment experience" and will complement its payments business, Outpayce. Read More
WTTC partners with Oliver Wyman to drive sustainability in travel
News / Technology
WTTC partners with Oliver Wyman to drive sustainability in travel
By Linda Fox | March 7, 2024
WTTC and Oliver Wyman are helping the industry navigate the regulatory landscape when it comes to sustainability, while startups BeCause and Weeva are helping hotels with data collection and insights. Read More
Sabre, Mastercard join Travalyst mission to drive sustainable travel choices
News / Distribution
Sabre, Mastercard join Travalyst mission to drive sustainable travel choices
By Linda Fox | March 1, 2024
The coalition, which also counts Booking.com, Expedia Group and Trip.com Group as partners, aims to help inform consumer travel choices by making sustainability information mainstream. Read More
Amex GBT looks to drive AI across organization and beyond
News / Technology
Amex GBT looks to drive AI across organization and beyond
By Linda Fox | February 29, 2024
The AI initiative is seeking to adopt AI technologies and will work across four areas of the company: traveler care, finance, engineering and enabling a modern workplace. Read More
Amadeus 2023 revenue hits €5.4B, expects growth from Vision-Box acquisition
News / Distribution
Amadeus 2023 revenue hits €5.4B, expects growth from Vision-Box acquisition
By Linda Fox | February 28, 2024
Amadeus revenue in Q4 increased 18% to almost €1.4 billion with EBITDA up 18% to €469 million and a 47% increase in profit to €210 million. Read More
Why an effective payments strategy is critical for airlines
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Why an effective payments strategy is critical for airlines
By PhocusWire | February 28, 2024
UATP president and CEO Ralph Kaiser explains how airlines and travel brands can use payments to drive growth, serve new markets and reduce costs. Read More
Spotlight on 3 technology trends in corporate travel
News / Technology
Spotlight on 3 technology trends in corporate travel
By Linda Fox | February 27, 2024
Recent reports and business travel execs highlight advances in AI, personalization and expense management as the trends to watch. Read More