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Digital solutions and data-insights drive significant improvements for BCD client.

In the maritime crewing world, speed and precision are everything. For Helder Maritiem, a Dutch agency specializing in staffing offshore vessels and oil platforms, travel logistics are mission critical. Their crews operate on tight schedules, and any delay in travel can ripple into costly project setbacks.

Tired of waiting on pivot tables? BCD’s Instant Query feature in DecisionSource® gives travel managers fast, actionable insights—like policy compliance, traveler tracking, and risk alerts—in just a few clicks.

Travelers are busy—and booking a trip shouldn’t slow them down. TripSource® makes it easy by keeping all the important info (like passport numbers and payment details) in one place. No more digging through emails or apps. Just fast, smooth booking and real-time updates that help travelers stay organized and on track.

We recommend these three standout Connections podcasts that help travel managers stay ahead of the curve.

Is your managed travel program truly inclusive—or just compliant on paper?

Does your hotel program meet traveler expectations? These results might surprise you.

In October, CEO Stephan Baars and 100 BCD colleagues will turn their TUI Palma Marathon steps into support for A21’s fight against modern slavery.

Sustainability isn’t a side initiative for BCD Travel–it’s central to how we operate, innovate, and partner with clients. Our 2025 Sustainability Report, just released, highlights the measurable progress we made in 2024 across the three pillars of our sustainability strategy: People, Planet and Progress.

Cytric Easy reduces clicks and coordination time for travelers while giving travel managers better visibility and control.

Insider advice from our favorite “influencers” on how to show up, stand out and stay strategic in Denver.

The Middle East is a critical crossroads in global aviation. Home to powerhouse carriers like Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad, it’s not just a hub, it’s the hub. So, when tensions escalate in this region, it sends ripple effects straight through the airspace and into your organization’s travel plans.

There’s a surge in buzz about NDC (New Distribution Capability), but what does it really mean for travel programs – and why is now the time to pay attention? Let’s break it down.

Here’s what travel managers need to know to navigate China’s fare ecosystem.

A recent Skift article, “AI in Corporate Travel: BCD Focuses on the Plumbing, Not the Flash,” shines a spotlight on how BCD Travel is investing in AI systems and processes that help power smarter travel programs.

Business travelers want speed and simplicity. Travel managers want program compliance and cost control. With our new industry-first partnership with SkyLink, BCD Travel is delivering all three – and more – by innovating how travel gets done.

Over half of corporate travel buyers don’t provide specific support for LGBTQIA+ travelers – a gap that poses real risks. BCD’s Mandy Jolley highlights simple steps to create inclusive travel programs that protect employees and strengthen duty of care.

Just collecting travel program data isn’t the goal – acting on it is. That means understanding the story that data reveals and turning it into actionable insights.

The collaboration speeds up hotel payment automation and invoice processing, adds more value for clients, and supports the ongoing shift to digital tools in business travel.

The midpoint of the year marks a fan favorite on the Connections podcast – the State of the Industry episode featuring BCD Senior Vice President Rossana Martin. A global sales leader with 35 years of experience in the travel industry, Martin returns to unpack the biggest developments shaping corporate travel in 2025.

Making a Difference continues to be a highlight of our year – and a clear reflection of the values our people bring to BCD every day. Here’s a quick look at some of the inspiring projects already in motion.

Here’s how TripSource by BCD Travel simplifies travel for both travelers and arrangers – offering a streamlined, hassle-free experience while giving travel managers a centralized way to guide, manage, and support their teams.

Our AI capabilities help travel programs solve daily challenges, deliver value for organizations, and improve traveler experiences.

Working together to build safer travel experiences for all.