What's now and what's next for business travel booking? BTN answers that question with an analysis of the booking technology landscape in terms of new capabilities, new trade-offs and new sourcing imperatives. Plus, we profiled 14 major platforms to help get your RFP started.

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A4A's Heimlich on Carriers' Delicate Fuel, Capacity Balance

Airlines face limits on their ability to recover higher costs through fares, even as strong corporate... KEEP READING

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Direct Booking Solutions Combat 'I Found It Cheaper'

Three corporate travel managers take matters into their own hands with direct booking solutions to... KEEP READING

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Business Travel Show America: Data Deficiencies Leave Buyers Open to Increased Scrutiny

Pressure is growing on travel managers to deliver accurate, real-time data amid increasing scrutiny.... KEEP READING

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Next SMM Evolution Puts Experience First

The evolution of strategic meetings management is shifting focus from cost savings to enhancing... KEEP READING

Business Travel News Top Stories

Marriott: Business Transient, Group Gain in Q3

By Julie Sickel

Marriott International's systemwide third-quarter business transient revenue per available room rose 4 percent year over... Keep Reading

Trevium, Pliant Launch Mobile Wallet for Hotel PaymentsBy Michael B. Baker

Fintech platform Trevium has developed a new mobile wallet for hotel payments with partner and card-issuing platform... Keep Reading

FTC Orders Airlines, Ride-Hailing Cos. to Detail Pricing MethodologyBy Donna M. Airoldi

The FTC has mandated nine major companies, including airlines and ride-hailing services, to disclose their pricing... Keep Reading

IATA: Middle East Again Dings September Global Air DemandBy Donna M. Airoldi

The year-over-year declines in demand and capacity for Middle East carriers seem to have begun to ease, according to IATA.... Keep Reading

Archer, ITA Airways to Plan eVTOL Network in ItalyBy Donna M. Airoldi

Lufthansa Group's ITA Airways and Archer Aviation, a producer of electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, have... Keep Reading

Travel Disruptions Top U.K. Risk Manager Concerns for 2027By Michael B. Baker

Travel disruptions and restrictions are the top concern of U.K. security and risk managers among the expected effects of... Keep Reading

Waymo for Business Integrates with RampBy Michael B. Baker

Driverless service provider Waymo has announced an integration with spend management platform Ramp for integrated expense... Keep Reading

MyRiva Partners with Meetings Agency ProskeBy Lauren Arena

Business travel platform myRiva has partnered with meetings and events agency Proske to offer full-service event... Keep Reading

Air Canada Q3 Corp. Revenue Up, Eyes Slower Capacity GrowthBy Donna M. Airoldi

Air Canada's third-quarter corporate revenue increased again by a double-digit percentage year over year. Meanwhile, the... Keep Reading

Hyatt Reports Strength in Business Transient, Group in Q3By Julie Sickel

Hyatt Hotels Corp.'s systemwide third-quarter business transient revenue per available room increased 1 percent year over... Keep Reading

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Seamless Solutions for Your Event Travel

By Cathay Pacific

From MICE, sports to entertainment events, Cathay Pacific turns global events into effortless journeys for organisers and every delegate.... KEEP READING

By Spotnana

A multi-source content strategy brings airfares, hotel rates, and other travel content into a booking tool from more than one source.... KEEP READING

By Qatar Airways

Internet access is no longer simply a convenience or premium benefit. It has become a business necessity.... KEEP READING

By Virgin Atlantic

The hours between meetings matter just as much as the meetings themselves. Time to prepare. Time to focus. Time to reset. That’s why every stage of Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class is designed to keep the day moving... KEEP READING

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BTN Intelligence's Small and Midsize Enterprise Report 2026

BTN's 2026 Travel Management AI Survey & Report

BTN's 2026 Car Rental Survey & Report

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From T&E Data to Decisions: An AI Workshop for Travel Managers

Thurs., Nov. 5 at 9am PT / 12pm ET

Less AI hype. More practical know-how.Everyone is talking about AI. But knowing where to start, what tools to...Register Now!

Rethinking Ground Transportation: More Control, Better Traveler Experience

Tues., Nov. 10 at 10am PT / 1pm ET

Your Ultimate Ground Transport HackFlights and hotels may anchor a business trip, but ground transportation...Register Now!

Meeting Business Traveler Expectations: Priorities for TMCs

Wed., Nov. 11 at 9am PT / 12pm ET

TMC leaders are optimistic about business travel, but many see gaps between what travelers expect and what their...Register Now!

Beyond the Budget: What Travel Spend Reveals About Business Growth

Thurs., Nov. 12 at 8am PT / 11am ET

Business travel is moving, and rising spend is only part of the story. New Emburse data found total enterprise...Register Now!

Why Travelers Bypass Your Travel Program and How to Win Them Back

Thurs., Nov. 17 at 9am PT / 12pm ET

What earns traveler participation beyond simply requiring it? Why travelers go elsewhere Explore the reasons...Register Now!

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**Business Travel News By Section**
Transportation FTC Orders Airlines, Ride-Hailing Cos. to Detail Pricing Methodology IATA: Middle East Again Dings September Global Air Demand Archer, ITA Airways to Plan eVTOL Network in Italy	Lodging Marriott Confirms Corporate Job Cuts Study: AI Platforms Drive Revenue, Satisfaction for Hotels BWH Aims to Shake Off Midscale Perception with WorldHotels Rebrand	Payment & Expense Trevium, Pliant Launch Mobile Wallet for Hotel Payments BCD Deepens Integration with Mobilexpense Mastercard Taps Extend on Spend Management Tools for Banks
Technology Etraveli Opens AI Agent Connections to Flight Booking Amadeus, Nvidia to Collaborate on Scaling AI Flight Search Capabilities Cerebri AI Rolls Out Hotel RFP Platform	Distribution ARC Expands Orders-Based Settlement System RateHawk, Traveloka Partner to Boost Lodging Inventories Finnair Expands Offers and Orders to Pilot Agency Platform	Meetings MyRiva Partners with Meetings Agency Proske BCD M&E: Risk Management Shapes 2027 Meetings Outlook Naboo Acquires UK-based Events Platform Pro-ven
Global Travel Disruptions Top U.K. Risk Manager Concerns for 2027 Etihad, Starlux Expand Partner Loyalty Benefits AI Travel Authorization Engine Intellivisa Raises $3M	Management Corporate Traveler Introduces AI Assistant 'Mel' Direct Booking Solutions Combat 'I Found It Cheaper' BCD Launches €1 SAF Program to Boost Corporate Investment	Intelligence Marriott: Business Transient, Group Gain in Q3 Air Canada Q3 Corp. Revenue Up, Eyes Slower Capacity Growth Hyatt Reports Strength in Business Transient, Group in Q3

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BTN Research

BTN Intelligence's Small and Midsize Enterprise Report 2026

BTN's 2026 Travel Management AI Survey & Report

BTN's 2026 Car Rental Survey & Report

BTN Webinars

From T&E Data to Decisions: An AI Workshop for Travel Managers

Rethinking Ground Transportation: More Control, Better Traveler Experience

Meeting Business Traveler Expectations: Priorities for TMCs

Beyond the Budget: What Travel Spend Reveals About Business Growth

Why Travelers Bypass Your Travel Program and How to Win Them Back

BTN Events

3rd Annual Business Travel Tech Talk Boston

8th Annual Business Travel Lodging Summit Americas

15th Annual Business Travel Trends and Forecasts Chicago

19th Annual The Beat Live

15th Annual Business Travel Hall of Fame

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