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The TMC Shake-Up:
What Corporates Want in 2026 In a recent State of the Industry survey by BTN, more than 60% of buyers surveyed said they haven’t changed TMCs over the past 3 years. An additional 9% said they went out to bid but stayed with their incumbents. Despite the lack of movement and publicly owned TMCs boasting 90% + retention rates, the survey quoted satisfaction level with TMCs are lower than any other category i.e. airlines, hotels, ground transport etc. So, with 3-5 years of inert

Blue Cube Travel Event
2 days ago2 min read


The Great Airline Distribution Debate: Efficiency or Chaos?
“Airlines cannot manage corporate travel without TMCs. And yet, airlines continue to make access to their content unnecessarily complex. Cutting distribution costs is a legitimate goal, but forcing every TMC to navigate a maze of fragmented NDC connections is not the answer. The irony is clear: in trying to eliminate middlemen, airlines are fuelling the rise of new aggregators, creating more layers, more cost, and more confusion.”

Karen McKenna
Sep 53 min read


Navigating Post-Brexit Border Overhaul
What Business Travellers Need to Know As 2025 unfolds, UK business travellers heading into the EU are facing a wave of changes at the...

Karen McKenna
Aug 133 min read


From TMCs to Tailored Travel
The Corporate Travel Landscape Is Changing Business travel expectations are evolving. Traditional Travel Management Companies (TMCs) are...

Karen McKenna
Jun 52 min read


Why the PA Show is a Must-Visit for Corporate Travel Insights
The PA Show is the premier event for Executive Assistants managing high-profile travel for top executives and high-net-worth individuals...

Blue Cube Travel Event
Feb 92 min read


Elevating the Emirates Experience: New Lounge, Enhanced Seating, and Fleet Expansion
New Lounge at Stansted Emirates has just opened a new lounge at London Stansted Airport, offering premium passengers the ultimate...

Karen McKenna
Nov 13, 20242 min read


Launching the Blue Cube Travel Academy
Elevating Corporate Travel Expertise Many clients are looking for guidance on navigating the complexities of business travel—whether it’s...

Karen McKenna
Sep 13, 20242 min read


The Human Factor in Executive Travel Management - Blog Series #2
The Empathy Economy highlights the irreplaceable value of human skills—namely: empathy, creativity, and community.

Karen McKenna
Jul 2, 20243 min read


The Human Factor in Executive Travel Management - Blog Series #1
Why People Matter More Than Ever In this blog series, we will delve into various aspects of executive travel management highlighting how...

Karen McKenna
Jun 12, 20244 min read


Baggage tracking now essential as these statistics prove
Baggage Tracking Lost or delayed baggage is a frequent problem for business travellers worldwide. Here are some eye-opening statistics:...
Blue Cube Travel
May 30, 20241 min read


Senior Executives on the Move - Part 5: Navigating Risk Throughout The Trip
C-Level and HNWI are often prime targets for cyber attacks, corporate espionage or even kidnapping. How can this be avoided?
Blue Cube Travel
Apr 30, 20242 min read


Senior Executives on the Move - 4: The Sky's the Limit!
In the fast-paced world of C-level business travel, finding moments of tranquility and rejuvenation can seem like a distant luxury. At...

Blue Cube Travel Event
Apr 25, 20242 min read


Exceeding Expectations: Why Our Clients Love Us
In the fast-paced world of business, where every interaction counts and every detail matters, finding a travel management partner you can...
Blue Cube Travel
Apr 16, 20242 min read


Senior Executives on the Move - Part 1: Privacy and Security
Senior executives may be targets for theft, harassment, or even corporate espionage. Staying up to date on travel risks is paramount.
Blue Cube Travel
Feb 22, 20242 min read


Extract From: The Executive Assistant's Business Travel Playbook
Introduction The role of an Executive Assistant (EA) involves more than just managing schedules; it's about orchestrating complex...

Blue Cube Travel Event
Feb 13, 20242 min read


Future Proofing Talent for our Industry
West Thames College and many other colleges around the UK are looking for input from business travel companies and organisations to...

Blue Cube Travel Event
Jan 9, 20241 min read


Above and Beyond
A Case Study on taking Corporate Travel Management to the next level Blue Cube Travel specialises in providing exceptional corporate...

Blue Cube Travel Event
Dec 28, 20233 min read


Changing Landscape of Corporate Travel - Part 1
Europe Leading the Way In the first in this series, we explore a few of the evolving trends in travel management, focusing on...

Blue Cube Travel Event
Nov 21, 20233 min read


Insights from a Blue Cube Seasoned Business Traveller
Riccardo Squitieri heads up the Operations Team for Q8 Aviation. Q8 is a subsidiary of Kuwait Petroleum International, the international...

Karen McKenna
Oct 3, 20233 min read


Executives on the Move - CHRO Helen Cunningham Travel Stories - Part 1
We sat down with Helen Cunningham of CHRO who oversees her company's HR strategies with strong leadership.

Karen McKenna
Sep 4, 20235 min read
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