About us
At BCD, we know connections matter: They spark growth and power success. When people and ideas come together, they shape the future. So at BCD, we offer choices, not constraints. We unlock innovation with open technology that empowers. We guide insight that builds trust. And in doing so, we enable connections that drive progress, purpose and positive impact for generations to come.
Family
owned
owned
95%
client retention
170+
countries
2024 sales
US$22.9 billion
Our story
The company was founded on Jan. 3, 2006, when John Fentener van Vlissingen’s BCD Group announced its decision to purchase TQ3 Travel Solutions Management Holding GmbH and a majority interest in The Travel Company. These two companies were combined with WorldTravel BTI under one ownership to form BCD Travel. The company formally began trading under its new brand on March 31, 2006.
BCD Travel has its global headquarters in Utrecht, the Netherlands, and regional headquarters in Atlanta, London and Singapore.
In memoriam
John Fentener van Vlissingen
(1939 - 2025)
Founder, BCD
Our story is one of bold leadership and proven innovation, servicing customers into the future.
Mission
We create connections that move people and ideas forward.
Vision
To redefine how people and companies connect and collaborate to shape the future.
Our values
Solve it together
Collaboration connects us. There’s no problem so tough that we can’t tackle it together. Working as a team, we harness the wisdom (and energy!) of the crowd.
Act with purpose
We embrace change and foster innovation. Our creativity and drive are positively contagious – and they get results.
Do what's right
We operate openly and foster transparency. Our team members, clients and communities always know where we stand.
Give your best
Passion powers us. We believe the only way to do great work is to love what you do. We’re inspired by the people and places around us.
Feed the future
When we give others the tools, skills and opportunities to succeed, they flourish. When we give ourselves the same, we’re unstoppable.