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 is a digital travel agency focused on modern corporate travel management. Operating in nearly 60 countries, the company provides a comprehensive platform that offers essential travel information and solutions tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. By streamlining the travel planning process, Egencia enhances the experience for millions of business travelers while delivering cost savings to its clients. The company's commitment to exceptional service and up-to-date resources supports organizations in effectively managing their travel programs.
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 platform based in San Carlos, California, established in 2015. The company focuses on automating corporate travel processes using artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency and user experience for travelers and travel management companies. Its technology offers a dual-mode AI assistant, Claire, which automates repetitive tasks for travel agents in Autopilot mode and analyzes traveler behavior in Copilot mode, significantly reducing the time agents spend on routine activities. The platform provides comprehensive travel policy management and analytics, allowing for better decision-making and cost control. Travelers benefit from a high level of self-service options, while agents can concentrate on more complex customer interactions. Recognized for its innovative approach, 30SecondsToFly received the General Catalyst Award for Travel Innovation in 2019, highlighting its impact in transforming the travel management landscape.
DER Business Travel
Acquisition in 2019
DER Business Travel GmbH is a travel management company based in Frankfurt, Germany, specializing in providing travel services to small and midsize enterprises. As a subsidiary of GBT Travel Services UK Limited since September 2019, the company focuses on delivering tailored travel solutions that cater to the specific needs of its clients, ensuring efficient and cost-effective travel planning.
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 is a European leader in on-demand Travel & Expense management solutions. It assists corporate clients in reducing travel costs and streamlining administrative processes. KDS offers an integrated platform that caters to clients' key needs, including travel policy enforcement, online self-booking, and automated expense processing. The company ensures optimized pricing and real-time inventory control through extensive back-end connectivity with various travel providers.
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.