Brussels, 22 February 2024 – BT4Europe, the unifying force for leading National Business Travel Associations across Europe, proudly announces the addition of BizAway as its latest Affiliate Member. This partnership reinforces the collective mission to empower European representation within the business travel industry, with a steadfast commitment to enhancing the customer journey of the business traveler.

As the representative voice for buyers and users of business travel services on a European level, BT4Europe plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between users of business travel and decision-makers in governments, legislation, and other institutions. The organization unites thousands of corporations and millions of business travelers, providing a unique voice that influences the trajectory of the European business travel landscape.

"At BT4Europe, we are thrilled to welcome BizAway as an Affiliate Member. This collaboration further strengthens our collective mission to empower the business travel industry across Europe. BizAway's commitment to sustainability aligns seamlessly with our goals, and together, we strive to promote positive change and innovation within the European tech community," said Patrick W. Diemer – BT4Europe Chair.

Giovanni Bernardi – BizAway Head of Sales added: "BizAway is infinitely proud to partner with BT4Europe, an organization that lies on the same two values on which our company was built: digital transformation and sustainability. As one of Europe’s leading digital TMCs and the first BCorp in the Business Travel industry, we are honored to bring our knowledge and perspective and to contribute to BT4E’s mission of empowering a pan-European industry representation."

BT4Europe is fully committed to advocating for European legislation that enables sustainable business travel, recognizing the undeniable positive effects on the European economy. The organization seeks to facilitate the digital transformation of business travel into a more sustainable future, emphasizing knowledge sharing among associations and providing educational resources to members of national associations.
BizAway 's inclusion in BT4Europe signifies a shared commitment to fostering sustainability, innovation, and positive societal impact within the European business travel community. Together, they will continue to work towards shaping a more sustainable and inclusive future for the industry.
 

In Focus: Passenger Rights in Multimodal Journeys - European Commission’s Proposed Regulation Opens Dialogue for Change

The European Commission is currently spearheading efforts to develop a comprehensive regulation on passenger rights within the realm of multimodal journeys, defined as travel involving more than one form of transportation, such as a combination of train and air travel.

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Kuoni Business Travel and Coop – A Swiss Success Duo Continues Premier Partnership for Business Travel

[Zurich, January 11, 2024] – Kuoni Business Travel, a trailblazer in business travel services, and Coop, one of Switzerland's leading companies, are extending their longstanding success story. The renewal of the contract between these two Swiss enterprises underscores the close bond and confidence in the premium services provided by Kuoni Business Travel. Together, they reflect on past successful projects and lay the foundation for further innovative solutions in the realm of business travel.

The collaboration between Kuoni Business Travel and Coop not only mirrors their past but also signifies their future orientation. Kuoni Business Travel will continue to contribute its industry-leading expertise to efficiently organize and enhance Coop's business travel experiences. Both companies are confident that their partnership will continue to make a significant contribution to top-notch business travel.

Samuel Gander, Project Leader of Strategic Projects in Corporate Development at Coop, commented:

«We are delighted about the successful extension of our contract with Kuoni Business Travel. Our longstanding partnership is characterized by professionalism, reliability, and a customer-centric approach. We value the expertise of Kuoni Business Travel and look forward to more successful years ahead. »

 

Catharina Hall, Head of BTC German part of Switzerland, commented:

«The continuation of our partnership with Coop holds significant importance for Kuoni Business Travel. We value the foundation of trust and the collective achievements we have accomplished in the past. We eagerly anticipate further deepening our collaboration and crafting innovative solutions for the future of business travel. »

Kuoni Business Travel expands presence in the French part of Switzerland since December

 

Zürich, January 26^th 2024 – Kuoni Business Travel has expanded its footprint in the French part of Switzerland with the inauguration of a new office in Lausanne since December, marking a strategic advancement fueled by recent client acquisitions.

 

This expansion underscores Kuoni Business Travel's unwavering commitment to enhancing customer proximity. The geographical presence in the French part of Switzerland (Romandie) enables our organization to address individual requirements and deliver a customer-centric service experience.

 

In an era marked by a significant digital shift, especially in the aftermath of COVID-19, Kuoni Business Travel acknowledges the pivotal role played by personalized service delivered through dedicated employees. We place great importance on tailoring services to meet the distinctive needs of its clients.

 

Kuoni Business Travel is reinforcing its commitment to be closer to clients and prioritizing top-notch customer service by strategically opening more local offices. This approach reflects our dedication to delivering efficient services with a personalized touch, aiming to enhance proximity and accessibility to clients.

 

"The establishment of our new office in the French part of Switzerland marks a crucial stride in reinforcing our presence across all three language regions," noted Head of Kuoni Business Travel, Andreas Schneider, highlighting their commitment to offering optimal support and catering to the specific needs of their clients.

 

Positioning itself as a reliable partner for businesses valuing a blend of digital solutions and personalized local expertise, Kuoni Business Travel's expansion in the French part of Switzerland aligns with its long-term growth strategy, solidifying its position as a leading provider in the business travel sector.

 

For further information, please contact: sales@kuonibusinesstravel.ch

 

About Kuoni Business Travel:

Kuoni Business Travel is a top provider in the business travel industry, with offices in all three language regions of Switzerland. The organization blends digital innovation with personal service to provide customized solutions for business travel worldwide. Kuoni Business Travel prioritizes customer proximity and assists businesses in finding efficient, customer-centric travel solutions.

 

The attention to business travel as a source of carbon emissions and a contributor to climate change keeps growing. Being motivated by concerns for the environment, as well as commercial interests, companies are increasingly setting ambitious sustainability targets aligned with climate science. They are incorporating a variety of sustainability measures, from calculating emissions arising from their activity and improving data transparency to offering green alternatives to their employees. Given their ability to increase awareness and promote sustainable behavior in travelers, organizations play a crucial role in reducing their negative environmental impact.

From optimizing the number of business trips to providing sustainable transportation and accommodation options, BCD explores the various possibilities for companies to reduce their carbon footprint. This new report provides an overview of key regulations on sustainable travel that help drive awareness, innovation and investment.

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twogo is the smart mobility platform for everyone who wants to ride together. It arranges carpooling opportunities automatically, efficiently and precisely. The in-house start-up of Schwarz Mobility Solutions and SIXT are now joining forces so that twogo users can now use SIXT mobility at exclusive discounts. SIXT employees will also be using twogo for their daily commute in future.

Carpooling pays off, as Stephan Tschierschwitz, Head of Mobility Solutions at Schwarz Mobility Solutions, demonstrated in our last CarPool interview and explained how commuting can be made more sustainable in the future.

When it comes to sustainability, digitalisation and modern mobility, it goes without saying that the No. 1 car rental company in Germany should not be left out. From now on, all twogo users can book SIXT mobility at preferential rates in the twogo app. Users receive an attractive discount on all SIXT hire cars. If you want to buy a car for a longer period of time and at the same time share the cost of travelling to work with colleagues, you can now also take out a SIXT+ car subscription via twogo. All twogo users receive an additional 500 free kilometres per month when taking out a car subscription. 

About twogo:

twogo provides modern and uncomplicated mobility in everyday life and supports the achievement of climate targets. In addition, twogo relieves the burden on infrastructure in urban areas and strengthens the relationship between drivers and passengers through fair cost sharing. The carpooling solution can be downloaded free of charge from the app stores and is available both as a mobile app (iOS, Android) and as a web app.

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The Casa dos Curumins Association is a non-profit civil society organisation with no religious or party affiliations.
Casa dos Curumins promotes the socio-cultural inclusion of socially vulnerable children, adolescents, young people and the elderly in the south of São Paulo - Brazil, through recreational, educational, cultural, environmental, musical, artistic and sporting activities.

The Association works to ensure that children and young people can be the protagonists of their lives, contributing to the construction of a fairer and more egalitarian world, aiming for full citizenship for low-income populations, in a transparent and sustainable way.

What makes Casa dos Curumins different?

The philanthropic association Casa dos Curumins is a simple, transparent and extremely concrete project, driven by love. We connect people in the fight to eradicate poverty and the human and environmental degradation that characterises life in communities. Casa dos Curumins has become a big family. With the support of our friends and partners, we invest in transforming the lives of children and young people, offering healthy and beautiful environments so that they can thrive fully. We empower young people so that they can create lasting change in their own lives and in their communities. By investing in children together, we have the opportunity to create real and lasting change in families and communities, as well as in our own lives. The House welcomes children as young as 4 months, young people and teenagers into its projects, and also offers activities for senior citizens.

The story

The Casa dos Curumins Association was founded in 2005 by Swiss-Brazilian couple Alberto and Adriana Eisenhardt with the aim of providing a concrete response to overcoming poverty, injustice and social inequality, which relegate millions of children and young people to the margins of Brazilian society who, due to a lack of opportunities and education, can hardly achieve their dreams, even the simplest ones.
 
After an intense and rich experience in the Pedreira community, where in 2002 Alberto Eisenhardt, a film-maker, made the documentary "Take Me in Memory" for Italian-language Swiss television (RSI), the first collaborations began with the educators of the young people featured in the documentary. The next step was the creation of the Casa dos Curumins Association in 2005 and, in 2010, the presence in São Paulo of Adriana and Alberto, who began to manage the Association's projects, seeking new partnerships and broadening the fields of action to respond to the demands and interests of the young people and the community.
 
The Association has thus expanded its work, which was initially aimed at 80 children and teenagers in the after-school programme, and today welcomes 500 children and young people and provides assistance to their families. The House also offers choral singing, dancing, gymnastics and cultural outings to more than 100 elderly people.

How can you support?

This month you can support activities in Brazil by buying delicious panettone and pandoro from the Association, or wines produced by Valsangiacomo Vini of Mendrisio for the Casa dos Curumins. For all information and requests, write to Adriana Eisenhardt at casadoscurumins@gmail.com

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Visit their website: https://www.casadoscurumins.org/?lang=it

Please join us for food and drinks and explore our renovated bedrooms at the Hotel St. Gotthard on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, between 11:00 am - 1 pm and 4 pm – 6 pm.

Please RSVP to events@hotelstgotthard by March 29th.

Get ready for a contemporary retreat as the Hotel St. Gotthard, Zurich, embarks on a comprehensive room renovation of most of their bedrooms on their 3rd and 4th floors. Envisioned to redefine luxury, the upcoming transformation will showcase sleek designs and minimalist furnishings, creating a visually appealing and sophisticated ambiance. Integrating cutting-edge technology for enhanced functionality, the renovated rooms aim to provide guests with a seamless blend of modern comfort and convenience. With a commitment to sustainability using eco-friendly materials, the Hotel St. Gotthard, Zurich, is not just revamping spaces but redefining the guest experience, promising a stylish and rejuvenating stay for all.

 

About the Hotel St. Gotthard :

The Hotel St. Gotthard, located in the heart of Zurich, was opened in 1889 by Caspar Manz and has witnessed significant transformations since its inception. Over the years it has hosted multiple prominent figures and events and played an important role in the cultural and social life of Zurich. As one of the last privately owned hotels in Switzerland it caters to business and leisure guests alike looking for a high level of service and quality for nearly 135 years.

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