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.

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News / Online
InteleTravel acquisition links leisure and business travel
By Kathryn Walson | April 12, 2023
InteleTravel and Hickory Global Partners said that by merging resources they can better cater to the blended travel market. Read More
Airlines brace for summer chaos as wider tech issues remain
News / Technology
Airlines brace for summer chaos as wider tech issues remain
By Linda Fox | April 11, 2023
Schiphol Airport is capping its passenger numbers at 66,000 per day in May while Lufthansa said in February that it was reducing its 2023 summer schedule by 34,000 flights. Read More
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4 key areas impacting the U.S. air market
By Phocuswright Research | April 10, 2023
 While supply chain issues, staffing shortages and recession jitters hinder airlines from returning to pre-pandemic passenger volumes, slow-but-steady growth is still anticipated throughout the... Read More
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News / Startups
Japan’s SmartRyde raises $3.4M as it expands airport transfer marketplace
By Mitra Sorrells | April 9, 2023
Along with the funding, SmartRyde has created an API so online travel agencies and airlines can connect directly to its global network to easily offer pre-booked airport transfers in their booking... Read More
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News / Distribution
Air Canada enables access to NDC content through Amadeus
By Mitra Sorrells | April 6, 2023
Air Canada will use Altéa NDC, Amadeus’ IT solution, to display enhanced content and offers. Read More
Navan acquires India-based TMC as part of global growth
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Navan acquires India-based TMC as part of global growth
By Mitra Sorrells | April 6, 2023
Founded in 2015, Tripeur's team will now become part of Navan, with its local inventory, technology and support integrated into Navan’s platform.    Read More
Shuttlers drives off with $4M for shared mobility service
News / Startups
Shuttlers drives off with $4M for shared mobility service
By Linda Fox | April 5, 2023
The Nigeria-based company says the investment will go towards route expansion and technology development. Read More
Lufthansa Innovation Hub unveils platform for booking off-site meetings
News / Startups
Lufthansa Innovation Hub unveils platform for booking off-site meetings
By Linda Fox | April 4, 2023
The service offers “curated team off-site packages” initially around Berlin with early customers including Eurowings Digital and ProductDock. Read More
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News / Online
Travel Talk: Where can the industry do better?
By PhocusWire | April 3, 2023
Northstar Travel Group's editorial leaders discuss sustainability, DEI and other areas where there is room for future improvement.   Read More
Travelport raises $200M to fuel growth
News / Technology
Travelport raises $200M to fuel growth
By Linda Fox | March 31, 2023
Travelport said the funds will enable it to advance its growth strategy following a strong first quarter and its acquisition of Deem. Read More
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News / Startups
AllFly raises $2.4M to expand group and corporate travel
By Derek Catron | March 30, 2023
New investment in the company formerly known as Bacarai was led by Lightbank with participation from Corazon Capital.   Read More
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News / Startups
Troop adds $11M in funding for meetings tech push
By Linda Fox | March 30, 2023
The investment was led by Durable Capital Partners and Madrona Venture Group with All Iron Ventures and Conexo Ventures also participating.   Read More
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From Our Partners / Technology
How to move forward with NDC as the foundation of modern retailing
By PhocusWire | March 29, 2023
With more than 30 years at Sabre, Kathy Morgan, vice president of product management, has been on the frontlines of airline distribution and NDC development. Read More
Cabify closes $110M round, looks to further expansion
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Cabify closes $110M round, looks to further expansion
By Linda Fox | March 28, 2023
The latest investment in the company comes from Orilla Asset Management and AXIS and adds to Cabify’s €40 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB), as well as an investment from Mutua... Read More
Yatra says corporate travel driving its growth
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Yatra says corporate travel driving its growth
By Linda Fox | March 28, 2023
   The company announced revenue of $10.9 million, up 44% year over year while adjusted revenue was $18 million, up 43% year over year.  Read More
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