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This is the pulse of the corporate travel industry — your gateway to insights, trends and breakthroughs in the world of business travel suppliers. From innovative startups to strategic moves by industry giants shaping the future of corporate travel, this is where the latest developments unfold.

The business travel industry is complex and ever-evolving, with suppliers playing a crucial role in the experiences of corporate travelers worldwide. Airlines, hotels, technology providers and payment solutions are at the forefront of innovation, constantly adapting to meet changing needs and expectations.

We at The Company Dime pride ourselves on delivering in-depth, unbiased coverage of the latest developments in the supplier space for travel managers, procurement professionals and industry executives. Our journalists provide insightful analysis, exclusive interviews and breaking news to keep you informed. Our guest Op Eds challenge the status quo.

We cover the impact of mergers and acquisitions, the launch of new products and services, the financial health of critical suppliers, legal battles, the effect of artificial intelligence, changes in travel distribution and the growing importance of sustainability.

Whether you’re a corporate travel manager seeking to navigate the evolving market, an investor looking for the next big opportunity or a travel enthusiast keen on the latest trends, these stories are curated to inform, inspire and provoke thought. 

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GBT Cites Misconceptions By Government Officials, Hints At Politics In Antitrust Suit

GBT Cites Misconceptions By Government Officials, Hints At Politics In Antitrust Suit

American Express Global Business Travel suggested a political motivation for the timing of the U.S. Department of Justice’s effort to stop its acquisition of CWT through a lawsuit filed 10 days before Inauguration Day. “The complaint did not need to be filed at this time, as the parties informed the DOJ that it was intended…

Doha Mekki, U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division

DOJ Sues To Stop Amex GBT-CWT Deal

The U.S. Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York on Friday, alleging that American Express Global Business Travel’s $570 million deal to acquire CWT would harm competition for travel management services to U.S. global and multinational firms. DOJ described GBT as the largest…

Buyer and provider do's and don'ts of supplier performance reviews
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How To Make The Most Of Business Reviews With Corporate Travel Suppliers

Preferred agreements should never be signed and forgotten. To continuously improve their relationships, savvy corporate travel buyers and sellers commit to regular dialogue, including business performance reviews. These face-to-face meetings, often conducted quarterly with airlines, hotel companies and travel management companies, are integral to supplier relationship management. They allow the two sides to track performance…

As U.S. regulators mull airline flight delay compensation requirements, risk management firm International SOS is teaming with AirHelp.
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International SOS, AirHelp Partner For Passenger Protections As U.S. Weighs Regs

Health and security specialist International SOS partnered with AirHelp to support client travelers in obtaining compensation when their flights are canceled or heavily delayed. The alliance comes as the U.S. Department of Transportation, in the waning days of the Biden Administration, floats new rules to protect passengers from such disruptions, including mandatory cash compensation paid…

Transatlantic ‘Carrier-Imposed’ Surcharges Hit $2,000 Roundtrip In Business Class
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Transatlantic ‘Carrier-Imposed’ Surcharges Hit $2,000 Roundtrip In Business Class

American Express Global Business Travel in November marked a grim milestone for corporate travel buyers, reporting that carrier-imposed surcharges this year exceeded $2,000 for business class roundtrips to London Heathrow originating at New York JFK. Although added to international ticket prices (labeled as YQ or YR), these charges are not subject to negotiated corporate discounts….

Spotnana Aims To Win Over Corporate Travel Management Companies
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Spotnana Aims To Win Over Corporate Travel Management Companies

Spotnana offers solutions directly to corporations, including operating “as your travel management company,” according to its website. However, multiple sources said the company had discontinued responding to buyers in that capacity. Instead, Spotnana is pushing TMC partnerships. While Spotnana CEO Steve Singh did not corroborate all of that in a Dec. 5 interview, he rhapsodized…

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