In an unprecedented move, FCM Travel India, a division of the Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG), is set to redefine the landscape of corporate travel with its first-ever FCM Corporate Travel Summit in Mumbai. This exclusive, invitation-only event, energized by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), promises to be a pivotal moment in the industry, bringing together the crème de la crème of the corporate world.
With a striking partnership featuring industry giants like Hyatt India Hotels, Amadeus, and Singapore Airlines, the summit is not just a gathering but a beacon of progress in global business travel. After a seven-year hiatus, GBTA’s collaboration with FCM signals a robust resurgence in the Indian market, aligning with the country’s projected business travel growth to USD$49.5 billion by 2027.
Catherine Logan, Regional Senior Vice President – EMEA and APAC at GBTA, encapsulates the event’s spirit: “Our mission has always been to foster a community that champions learning and global unity in business travel. The APAC region, a critical market for us, will greatly benefit from this endeavour. It’s a platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas, kindle inspiration, and drive collective progress.”
This sentiment is echoed by Sunny Sodhi, Managing Director of FCM India, who highlights the summit’s significance: “Business travel in India is on the cusp of transformative growth. Our partnership with GBTA enables us to harness diverse perspectives across the sector. The event will feature an extraordinary lineup of panellists and speakers, delving into the latest in travel trends, technology, and sustainability. It’s a curated experience designed to galvanize key decision-makers in India’s business travel community.”
The FCM Corporate Travel Summit stands as a testament to FCM’s commitment to agile, flexible technology and expert-driven solutions that meet the evolving needs of conglomerates and enterprises worldwide. It’s a convergence of minds and ideas, setting the stage for groundbreaking discussions on travel trends, technology integration, and sustainable practices in business travel.
As the business travel and meetings industry continues to flourish, with a staggering worth of $1,357 trillion globally, events like the FCM Summit are not just meetings – they are milestones. They mark the beginning of new chapters in global connectivity and innovation, reinforcing the importance of corporate travel as a vital artery in the world’s economic and social fabric.
In summary, the FCM Corporate Travel Summit is more than an event; it’s a crucible where the future of global business travel is being forged today.
Written by: Michelle Warner
