American Express Global Business Travel

American Express Global Business Travel specializes in providing comprehensive travel management services, including the organization of meetings and events for businesses of all sizes across various industries. The company utilizes advanced booking technology, smart analytics, and strategic global partnerships to enhance corporate travel experiences. By leveraging its significant purchasing power, American Express Global Business Travel offers clients access to negotiated rates, fostering compliance and simplifying reporting processes. Operating in nearly 120 countries, the firm is positioned to support companies worldwide, ensuring they can effectively manage their travel needs. With a commitment to delivering value and exceptional service, American Express Global Business Travel is trusted by numerous large organizations to optimize their travel investments and support their employees in their business endeavors.

Daniel Chang

Vice President and M / A

Andrew Crawley

President

Ashish Kishore

Managing Director of Global Business Travel, India

Greg O’Hara

Chairman of the Board and Interim President

8 past transactions

CWT

Acquisition in 2024
Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) is a prominent global company focused on business travel management. The firm assists a diverse range of clients, including businesses of all sizes, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations, in optimizing their travel programs. CWT aims to enhance travel efficiency and ensure travelers receive superior service and support throughout their journeys.

Egencia

Acquisition in 2021
Egencia makes business travel better. Each year Egencia helps thousands of companies in nearly 60 countries better manage travel programs. They provide modern solutions and exceptional service to millions of travelers as they plan and complete every business trip. They deliver bottom-line savings to their clients and support the needs of the modern business traveler.

Ovation Travel Group

Acquisition in 2021
Ovation Travel Group is a provider of comprehensive travel services, specializing in business travel arrangements and bespoke luxury experiences. Catering to over 700 professional organizations and more than 300,000 travelers, Ovation offers a range of services including global travel coordination, account management, and online booking. The company also focuses on risk management and the planning of meetings and special events, ensuring that clients receive tailored solutions to meet their specific needs. With a commitment to delivering high-quality travel experiences, Ovation Travel Group stands out in the industry by offering personalized service and expertise.

30SecondsToFly

Acquisition in 2020
30SecondsToFly Inc. is a travel management company based in San Carlos, California, established in 2015. The company specializes in developing a travel management platform that centralizes travel policies and automates corporate travel processes, enhancing efficiency for travel management companies (TMCs). Utilizing artificial intelligence, its platform offers a unique workflow automation system that significantly reduces the time travel agents spend on repetitive tasks. This system, known as Claire, operates in two modes: Autopilot, which automates routine tasks, and Copilot, which assists agents by sharing insights on traveler patterns. This dual functionality allows agents to focus on high-value customer interactions while providing travelers with a superior self-service experience. The company's innovative approach has been recognized with the General Catalyst Award for Travel Innovation, highlighting its status as a leading disruptor in the travel sector.

DER Business Travel

Acquisition in 2019
DER Business Travel GmbH is a travel management company based in Frankfurt, Germany. It focuses on providing travel services to small and midsize enterprises, helping them manage their corporate travel needs efficiently. As of September 2019, DER Business Travel operates as a subsidiary of GBT Travel Services UK Limited, which enhances its capabilities and resources in the travel sector. The company is dedicated to delivering tailored travel solutions that meet the specific requirements of its clients, ensuring a streamlined travel experience.

Hogg Robinson Group

Acquisition in 2018
Hogg Robinson Group provides travel management services globally, with a presence in Europe, North America, and the Asia Pacific. The company specializes in corporate travel management, offering services such as bookings for airlines, rail, and hotels, along with an online booking platform for small and medium-sized enterprises. Additionally, it delivers consulting services and develops travel programs for government entities and non-profit organizations. Hogg Robinson Group caters to various industries, including shipping, energy, finance, and oil and gas, while also organizing meetings and events. The firm operates through two main divisions: travel management and technology, with a significant portion of its revenue derived from fee-based services. Founded in 1845 and headquartered in Farnborough, United Kingdom, Hogg Robinson Group is a subsidiary of Global Business Travel Holdings Limited.

KDS

Acquisition in 2016
KDS is a leading provider of on-demand travel and expense solutions in Europe, specializing in helping corporate clients manage their travel costs effectively. The company offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that integrates travel booking and expense management, allowing users to create pre-populated expense reports and account for total trip costs prior to booking. KDS's solution addresses crucial needs such as defining and enforcing travel policies, facilitating online self-booking, and automating travel expense processing. With robust connectivity to various transportation and accommodation providers, KDS ensures optimized pricing and real-time inventory control, ultimately enhancing administrative efficiency and reducing overall travel expenses for its clients.

SMT Travel Agency

Acquisition in 2016
SMT Travel Agency is a travel agency that specializes in business travel, events, and meetings both domestically and internationally. Operating as a subsidiary of American Express Euro Travel Holdings B.V., the agency provides comprehensive travel services tailored for corporate clients while also catering to leisure travelers. SMT Travel Agency utilizes various channels, including web, office, telephone, and mail, to facilitate customer interactions and bookings in Finland. The agency is dedicated to delivering efficient and effective travel solutions, ensuring a seamless experience for its clients.
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