Smarter travel
Continuing a history of innovation through a new era of investment – make sure Heathrow Express enters your train of thought when visiting the UK capital and beyond
Travel management solutions
Sometimes you only get one shot at that big meeting abroad. For management solutions you can trust, let ctms Travel guide your next journey to a successful conclusion
The multinational minefield
When most companies expand they look to foreign markets to establish new offices. But despite the benefits of geographical control and access to local markets, expansion of such significance raises a lot of uncertainty. Selwyn Parker reports
Fleet of the future
For scheduled flights that really are a red-carpet into the skies, Monarch Airlines has been innovating in the aviation industry for more than four decades and has been named Best Economy Airline, Europe, 2012
Talking taxis
If you’ve ever found hitching a ride in a foreign country a stressful experience, Cabforce has just the range of private transport solutions to make your business trip a success
Air Europa’s intercontinental reputation
With its impressive range of premium aircraft and a ground support network that is second to none, Air Europa is the obvious choice for travel between Europe and Latin America
Virgin Airlines to allow mobiles on selected flights
Virgin Airlines made waves recently by announcing that it would allow passengers to make mobile phone calls and use other wireless devices on some of its flights between London and New York
GSTC ensures sustainable tourism
The corporate world is increasingly concerned with sustainability. Authoritative bodies, including the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), can help corporate travel managers make informed choices in the selection of venues for business meetings and functions
The rise of the super commuter
With the rise of fast and efficient modes of travel, a small but growing group of people are commuting long distances between work and home, primarily on the weekends. These “super commuters”, as they are called, often travel hundreds, sometimes thousands, of miles
Blackout dates on the rise
Blackout dates – those dates when hotels are unwilling to negotiate room rates – are increasing in destinations around the world
Airlines get scientific over carbon footprint
A decision by the European Commission to impose increased charges on airlines related to carbon emissions has brought the issue of reducing the carbon footprint of the aviation industry into focus in the first half of this year, 2012
Carbon wars
The EU’s planned carbon levy on ‘high polluting’ aircraft is facing solid opposition from the international community. Will Brussels have its way, or are the plans just hot air? Selwyn Parker reports