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.

Trip.com Group sees ongoing financial improvement, ups marketing spend
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Trip.com Group sees ongoing financial improvement, ups marketing spend
By Linda Fox | December 2, 2020
Trip.com Group says business segments have recovered to pre-pandemic levels in China. Read More
Revenue managers who play a pivotal role in demand generation will transform their careers
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Revenue managers who play a pivotal role in demand generation will transform their careers
By PhocusWire | December 2, 2020
As properties and chains attempt to recover from the devastating impact of having far fewer numbers of guests, many are considering new strategies and models across their businesses. Read More
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More than one-third of all airline business trips could disappear after COVID
By Mitra Sorrells | December 2, 2020
A report from IdeaWorksCompany and CarTrawler predicts airline travel for business purposes will be permanently down at least 19% and as much as 36% compared to pre-pandemic levels. Read More
VIDEO: Sabre CEO Sean Menke on planning beyond the pandemic
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VIDEO: Sabre CEO Sean Menke on planning beyond the pandemic
By Kevin May | December 1, 2020
Companies are figuring out how to position themselves for customers, consumers and partners as travel looks to restart in some capacity and back to the levels enjoyed in 2019. But Sabre's CEO is looking... Read More
VIDEO: Tripkicks - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: Tripkicks - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | December 1, 2020
Tripkicks integrates with corporate online booking tools, so travelers can see real-time insights and alerts about their travel while booking their trip. Read More
STARTUP STAGE: FareUpThere rewards travelers for airline reviews
Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: FareUpThere rewards travelers for airline reviews
By Linda Fox | November 30, 2020
The U.S. company collects flight reviews and enables travelers to earn points for giving their feedback. The startup also provides data to airlines on the passenger experience. Read More
Trust, confidence and responsiveness - a checklist for travel brands
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Trust, confidence and responsiveness - a checklist for travel brands
By Salesforce | November 30, 2020
Airlines, cruise companies and hotels scrambled to transform their business strategies and address customer concerns ‐ all while keeping their employees and guests safe from the virus. Read More
InPhocus, episode 28 - Travel insurance in a pandemic world
News / Technology
InPhocus, episode 28 - Travel insurance in a pandemic world
By PhocusWire | November 27, 2020
Travel insurance is one of those things that quietly rumbles along in the background of the trip - there to protect people when things go wrong. Read More
Innovation, recovery, renewal: What the travel industry can expect in 2021
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Innovation, recovery, renewal: What the travel industry can expect in 2021
By SAP Concur | November 26, 2020
In 2021, the global travel community will continue to see significant changes in nearly every sector. Read More
VIDEO: Smooss - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: Smooss - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | November 26, 2020
Smooss helps travel companies increase revenue and improve customer experience with its solutions designed on top of reservation systems. Read More
Travel industry could lose $318B through ripple effect of grounded flights
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Travel industry could lose $318B through ripple effect of grounded flights
By Linda Fox | November 24, 2020
If current reductions in flying remain in the long-term, $318 billion could be diverted from the travel industry to other sectors. Read More
VIDEO: Air Doctor - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: Air Doctor - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2020
By PhocusWire | November 23, 2020
Air Doctor is a digital platform that provides a global medical network of physicians and makes it accessible to any traveler, anywhere. Read More
Booking Holdings boss talks pressure on hotels and the private accommodation trend
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Booking Holdings boss talks pressure on hotels and the private accommodation trend
By Linda Fox | November 20, 2020
Glenn Fogel discusses how changes in the lodging market could be beneficial to large distributors - meaning hotels could face an uphill battle ahead. Read More
TravelTech Show goes global and replaces Travel Technology Europe
News / Technology
TravelTech Show goes global and replaces Travel Technology Europe
By Linda Fox | November 13, 2020
The hybrid TravelTech Show, taking place June 22-23 next year, is an in-person event in the U.K. alongside virtual events in Asia and the U.S. Read More
Is Asia the example for travel technology's recovery?
News / Startups
Is Asia the example for travel technology's recovery?
By Linda Fox | November 12, 2020
Predictions for travel and mobility tech recovery in Asia from Lufthansa Innovation Hub, including a return for business travel and VC-backed funding to startups in the region. Read More
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