IN order to make it easier for travel and event managers to organise their schedule ITB Berlin has compiled a list of exhibitors of especial interest to business travel decision-makers. Listed under the label of Business Travel Partners at ITB Berlin, some 100 companies from around the world have now registered. They include carriers, hotel chains and technology companies.
Two lounges for networking: The wider range of different lounges now on offer provides visitors with better opportunities for networking. The new Home of Business Travel by ITB and VDR in Hall 7.1a covers 200 sq m and is where visitors can cultivate contacts and hold in-depth talks with business partners.
Wide-ranging supporting programme: From March 6 to 8, 25 lectures, discussion rounds and workshops at the ITB Business Travel Forum will make up a full programme of advanced training events. Travel, event and fleet managers, as well as buyers, travel organisers and young professionals can obtain specific information at four separate events: at the ITB Mice Day, the Business Travel Hands-On Day, the Business Travel Strategy Day and at the Young Professionals Day.
The theme heading of the ITB Mice Day is “Event industry rules.” Topics include compliance, safety and hidden costs. Key business travel topics include maverick buying, fleet management, travel risk management, travel apps and staying healthy on business trips. The Young Professionals Day will provide an introduction to three privately organised vocational and advanced training courses.