Pictured above, from left to right: Tony Torres, Director, Global Distribution (US); Kathy Bedell, Regional Senior Vice President (US); and Thane Jackson, Global Senior Vice President (GB).
Readers of The Beat have once again named BCD Travel the Most Admired Travel Management Company, marking our 13th win overall and our ninth consecutive year holding the top spot.
The award was presented Dec. 2 at The Beat Live in New York City, one of the industry’s leading forums for corporate travel decision-makers and innovators.
Recognition rooted in trust, impact and real-world results
For CEO Stephan Baars, the award reflects what clients value most about BCD. “We’re honored to be named the Most Admired TMC again,” he said. “This achievement reflects more than trust and partnership. It shows that our technology delivers real value at scale. While others chase hype and headlines, we deliver solutions that create measurable impact for clients worldwide. Our travel platform stands out for freedom and flexibility – giving clients the choices they need to thrive in a fast-changing world.”
The result is based on The Beat’s annual subscriber poll, held in August, where readers select the companies they most admire across several categories, including technology provider, TMC, airline, payment company, hotel brand and car rental partner.
Leadership strengthened by client partnerships
BCD’s industry leadership extends beyond awards. The company currently serves the largest number of organizations in BTN’s Corporate Travel 100, with 37 clients represented.
Clients also continue to validate the value of BCD’s solutions through their own experiences. Fei Wang, Regional Category Manager for Travel, Meetings & Expense at Philips APAC, noted: “Through our collaboration with BCD Travel, we have learned that robust technology is a key enabler for our corporate travel program. We trust BCD’s expertise to help us navigate these opportunities and continue to drive efficiency and productivity.”
An Aerospace & Defense client also highlighted the impact of working with BCD: “BCD’s service and technology have allowed us to not only reduce our costs but also provide our teams with data-driven insights to better understand our travel behavior and make more informed decisions in the future.”
Part of a standout year for BCD
The Most Admired TMC honor caps a year filled with meaningful accomplishments for BCD. Recent recognitions include:
- Six consecutive years earning the EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating
- Sustainability Partner of the Year – TMC at the BTN Group’s 2025 Business Travel Sustainability Awards
- Inspiring Workplace recognition across Asia; Europe, the U.K. and Ireland; and North America
- “Most Innovative Travel Partner 2025” from SAS – Scandinavian Airlines, recognizing leadership in implementing NDC
As BCD continues to invest in innovation, sustainability and client success, our momentum remains strong – reinforcing why industry peers and customers alike continue to place their confidence in us.
