TravTalk Middle East Online Magazine
Business travel market has grown exponentially across the Middle East in the last couple of years. According to recent researches, the global business travel market will surpass US $1.6 trillion by 2027 with the travel spending to reach US $1.48 trillion by end of this year. Prashant Kirtane, Chief Executive Officer & Co-founder, WegoPro, shares details with TRAVTALK.
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How has business travel evolved over the years after the pandemic?
Post-pandemic business travel prioritises health, safety, and sustainability, with companies adopting modern travel management platforms like WegoPro for duty of care and policy compliance. “Bleisure” travel, combining business and leisure, has also gained popularity, reflecting more flexible work models.
Are there any important aspects which WegoPro covers for business travellers?
WegoPro streamlines booking, approval workflows, and expense management, making travel planning efficient for both travellers and administrators. It offers comprehensive travel management by covering every aspect, from booking and approvals to expense tracking. WegoPro ensures cost optimisation while prioritising traveller safety through its duty of care features and enforcing compliance with corporate policies. The platform also provides a user-friendly experience with easy onboarding and customisation options, making it an efficient and flexible solution for managing corporate travel.
What is the estimated value of business travel and what is the expected timeline for recovery?
The business travel market is steadily recovering and is estimated to reach pre-pandemic levels this year, with significant growth expected across key regions. Industry forecasts suggest that the global business travel market could surpass US $1.6 trillion by 2027, and the travel spending will reach US $1.48 trillion by the end of this year. WegoPro is well-positioned to support this growth.
Could you share more details about the WegoPro tools for business travel?
WegoPro provides a robust suite of business travel tools, including an all-in-one booking platform for flights, hotels, airport transfers, and more. It features customisable approval workflows and integrated expense management for streamlined operations. The platform prioritises traveller safety through its duty of care features, ensures strict policy compliance, and offers easy onboarding and customisation to fit unique business needs. Additionally, WegoPro delivers valuable insights and analytics to help businesses optimise their travel strategies and efficiently manage costs.
Will you be participating at Qatar Travel Mart (QTM)? If so, please share details.
WegoPro will be participating at QTM, where we will showcase our latest innovations and services designed for the corporate travel sector. Our participation underscores our commitment to supporting the travel needs of professionals across the region, and we look forward to engaging with partners and stakeholders to drive further growth in the business travel space.
