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Asia Pacific business travel: Recovery and planning for a sustainable future
As global air travel recovers throughout APAC, the focus on sustainability has never been more critical, says BCD's Greg O'Neil.
What makes Johannesburg a great place for business trips?
Johannesburg, fondly known as the "City of Gold," is a dynamic metropolis that perfectly blends business opportunities with rich cultural experiences. Regarded as South Africa's economic powerhouse, Johannesburg is a top destination for business travelers from around the globe. Kagiso Dumasi, Director, Strategic Business Development, Global Network at BCD Travel South Africa, guides business travelers through the city.
Snapshot: South Africa’s potential as a business travel market
Southern Africa's travel industry is poised for growth. The rebound in and expansion of international travel to South Africa will help unlock the country’s potential, according to analysis from BCD’s Research & Intelligence team.
2024 Sustainability Report: A roadmap for responsible travel
BCD Travel has made remarkable strides for sustainability over the past year. Our 2024 Sustainability Report showcases the significant efforts we’ve taken to manage our environmental footprint, enhance our social impact, and strengthen our governance practices. Our comprehensive report is worth reading for insights into how we’re maintaining focus on sustainability for our organization, clients and the business travel industry.
Meet BCD’s new marketplace partners for TRM, sustainability and payment
Business travel is complex. Our marketplace partners can help corporate travel teams meet program goals with confidence and peace of mind.
BCD’s TripSource now displays CO2 emissions
TripSource® by BCD Travel now shows users the environmental impact of flights. That means travelers and travel arrangers can easily see how their booking choices affect the environment. They can weigh CO2 emissions estimates against other factors like cost, planning and convenience to make good travel choices.
BCD’s 2024 charity and volunteer work supports 50 projects benefiting children worldwide
As BCD Travel serves clients all over the globe, we keep in mind how we can also serve the communities where we live and work. One way is through Making a Difference (MAD), BCD’s charity and volunteer program that focuses on projects that directly benefit children in our local communities. This year, BCD and our employees are supporting 50 projects around the world.
Organizations may be overlooking key guide for managing travel risk
A crucial part of duty of care is a guide you may have missed. According to BCD Travel research, three-quarters of travel buyers have little to no knowledge of ISO 31030:2021, the international guidance specific to travel risk management (TRM). Only 14% of buyers have actually read ISO 31030, and 11% are somewhat familiar, we found.
Gilead Sciences’ Steve Sitto is BTN’s 2024 Travel Manager of the Year
BTN recognized Sitto for his efforts to revamp Gilead's complex travel program in just under two years.
Modern slavery: Closer than you think. Learn more on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.
Think about this: Roughly 1 in 150 people are entrapped in modern slavery. That means someone on your flight or in your hotel could be a victim.
Get BCD’s expert help with your Life Sciences pain points
Make an appointment with BCD's Life Sciences team to solve the pain points of guest travel, clinical trial diversity and patient travel solutions.
Lost in relocation: How BCD solved confusing global mobility process for pharma giant
For a global business, managing employee relocations efficiently is crucial. When a leading pharmaceutical company found itself with a convoluted relocation travel process, they turned to BCD for a solution.
BCD survey finds disconnect between travel policy and compliance
Knowing about the company travel policy doesn’t necessarily mean travelers will follow it.
Streamlining global travel for De Nora: A BCD success story
De Nora, a leading Italian multinational company, partnered with BCD Travel to streamline its global booking processes, enhancing operational efficiency and improving travel management.
A glimpse into APAC business travel trends
Find out where business travelers go most often for work-related trips in the Asia-Pacific region.
An Adelman rising star will present winning AI pitch at GBTA Atlanta 2024
The winning team of mentees from this year's Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Ladders program will pitch an AI-powered idea during the GBTA Convention 2024 in Atlanta. One member of the winning team is Sena Williams, Client Success Manager at Adelman Travel, a BCD Travel company.
Flying with Evie: A Disability Pride Month story
Disability Pride Month is celebrated each July to honor the history, struggles, achievements and life experiences of people with apparent and non-apparent disabilities. BCD is taking this opportunity to help broadcast the message that there’s more we can each do to foster greater inclusion and advocate for change.
BCD Travel is the Inclusive Talent & Recruitment Company of the Year
We have been named the Inclusive Talent & Recruitment Company of the Year by the International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum (IWTTF). This prestigious award highlights BCD’s commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that empowers every employee to thrive.
BCD podcast: What’s happening with corporate travel?
Senior Vice President of Global Sales Rossana Martin returns to the “Connections with BCD Travel” podcast to break down the current landscape of the global travel industry. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the forces shaping corporate travel today.
Visiting Atlanta: A business traveler’s guide to Georgia’s capital city
Home to 71 different streets that bear the name “Peachtree,” Atlanta, Georgia, is a bustling city and premier destination for business travelers. Known for its deep and complex history, diverse culture, and vibrant economy, Atlanta has much to offer business and leisure travelers. Our resident “ATLien” Shemika Britt contributed to this Atlanta city guide.
Marine travel: Remote sites, extreme conditions, tight deadlines. BCD can do it.
In a guest blog, Vivien Miranda, BCD’s vice president for Marine in Asia Pacific, dives into the question: What is marine travel and how is it different from business travel? He explains why maritime shore companies partner with BCD for our specialized marine travel services instead of attempting to manage crew travel for themselves.
Avanti West Coast adds more seats with summer timetable change
More seats and brand new trains introduced on the West Coast as part of June 2024 timetable.
BCD Travel at GBTA Convention 2024 | Sessions and speakers
Join BCD Travel at the 2024 GBTA Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, happening July 22-24. Speakers from BCD, Advito and Adelman Travel will cover topics like travel management basics, optimizing the RFP process, NDC, the potential of carbon-based air contracts, and travel risk management. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights and network with our team.
BCD named an inspiring workplace for a culture of employee happiness and well-being
BCD Travel is ranked #26 of the Global Top 100 by Inspiring Workplaces, an organization that believes in recognizing “people first” companies. BCD Travel this year earned six total awards from the group for our workplace best practices.