Business Travel News

These articles explore key aspects of the industry, including travel buyers, distribution, duty of care, and loyalty programs, providing valuable insights for stakeholders and decision-makers. Travel buyers will find relevant information on the latest procurement strategies, negotiation tactics, and supplier relations, enabling them to make informed decisions and optimize their travel programs. In the realm of distribution, the archive covers the evolving landscape of booking channels, global distribution systems (GDS), and direct connects, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities in this area. The archive also delves into the critical issue of duty of care, emphasizing the importance of traveler safety, risk management, and compliance with ever-changing regulations. Learn also how companies are leveraging loyalty programs to enhance traveler satisfaction, drive cost savings, and foster long-term relationships with suppliers.

Airlines

How Will the New U.K. Government Change the Airline Industry?

After a snap U.K. election, the results are in. A landslide for the Labour party means aviation pledges should soon turn into practice. The industry will be watching.

How Will the New U.K. Government Change the Airline Industry?

Airlines

One Flight Every 9.5 Minutes: U.K. to U.S. Travel Reaches All-Time High

It might be Independence Day, but the sky-high ties between the two countries have never been stronger.

One Flight Every 9.5 Minutes: U.K. to U.S. Travel Reaches All-Time High

Business Travel

Yatra Looks to Grow its Corporate Travel Profile – India Report

Business travel in India is on a rise. It is the ninth-largest market globally for business travel expenditure. Yatra's agreement with Cipla is the latest development as online travel agencies in India work to profit from this segment.

Yatra Looks to Grow its Corporate Travel Profile – India Report

Business Travel

Business Travel Rebounds Even as Companies Cut Costs

The rebound in business travel is real, but companies still say they're worried about higher prices.

Business Travel Rebounds Even as Companies Cut Costs

Airlines

Ryanair Just Had its Busiest Month Ever, But That Won’t Stop it Complaining

Despite Europe’s largest airline smashing its all-time passenger record, don’t expect Ryanair to be any less vocal about the external factors impacting its business.

Ryanair Just Had its Busiest Month Ever, But That Won’t Stop it Complaining

Airlines

Meet the CEO with 13 Bosses: New Oneworld Alliance Chief Nat Pieper Talks Strategy

In one of his first sit down interviews since taking on the new job, Pieper tells Skift how he navigates such a challenging brief.

Meet the CEO with 13 Bosses: New Oneworld Alliance Chief Nat Pieper Talks Strategy

Business Travel

Booking.com for Business — Here Are the Numbers That the Company Hasn’t Revealed

Here's a look at the stealthy Booking.com for Business. Parent company Booking Holdings has larger priorities, but this unit is growing.

Booking.com for Business — Here Are the Numbers That the Company Hasn’t Revealed

Airlines

Southwest Cuts Financial Outlook, Blames Revenue Management ‘Complexities’

Southwest's cut in revenue guidance for the current quarter comes just three weeks after a vocal activist investor called for big changes at the airline.

Southwest Cuts Financial Outlook, Blames Revenue Management ‘Complexities’

Airlines

Lufthansa Says it Can’t Afford New Eco Laws. It’s Adding Up to €72 to Airfares

Most short-haul passengers will pay just a few extra euro, but the priciest tickets will see an added fee of up to €72

Lufthansa Says it Can’t Afford New Eco Laws. It’s Adding Up to €72 to Airfares

Business Travel

Travel Venture Capital, Airbnb Transparency and Real AI Biz Travel

Today's podcast looks at the state of venture capital, Airbnb's California pricing display, and corporate travel's move to AI.

Travel Venture Capital, Airbnb Transparency and Real AI Biz Travel