Travelport is a Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for the $7 trillion global travel and tourism industry.  With a presence in over 170 countries, approximately 3,400 employees and 2013 net revenue of $2.1 billion, Travelport is comprised of: 

- A Travel Commerce Platform through which it facilitates travel commerce by connecting the world’s leading travel providers with online and offline travel buyers in a proprietary business to business (“B2B”) travel marketplace.  In addition, Travelport has leveraged its domain expertise in the travel industry to design a pioneering B2B payment solution that addresses the needs of travel intermediaries to efficiently and securely settle travel transactions. 

- Technology Services through which it provides critical IT services to airlines, such as shopping, ticketing, departure control and other solutions, enabling them to focus on their core business competencies and reduce costs.   

Travelport is headquartered in Langley, UK. The company recently completed its initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange and trades under the symbol “TVPT”.

Brussels is the Capital of Europe; it is both politically and economically at the Heart of the European Union. 

In 2013 Brussels Airport welcomed more than 19 million passengers, which is the highest passenger number registered since 2001. 88 airlines operate from the 3 non-congested runways, generating more than 220,000 movements p.a. More than 750,000 tonnes of flown and trucked cargo pass through Brussels Airport, making it the 6th largest cargo airport in Europe, (excluding the 3 integrator hubs). 

The Brussels Airport network is growing rapidly: for Summer 2014, new nonstop destinations include Miami, Charlotte, Bordeaux, Gatwick, Gdansk, Newcastle, Santiago and Wroclaw. Other routes are being reinforced by additional frequencies & capacity, like Athens, Bangkok, Montréal, Barcelona, Ibiza, Lisbon, Naples, Oporto, Rome, Venice and Tel Aviv.

daa is an airport management company managing the operation of Dublin and Cork airports. In 2013, daa welcomed 22.4 million passengers, which accounted for 90% of passengers arriving into the Republic of Ireland and 71% of all passengers to and from the island of Ireland. 

daa offers a wide range of incentive schemes for airline partners operating new routes or growing existing business. Our long and short haul new route schemes offer a 100% discount on all aeronautical airport charges in year one and decrement over a five and three year period respectively. In addition to these schemes daa also have a range of additional incentives for transfer passenger business and growth schemes year on year. 

daa International

daa international provides airport operational management services and knowledge enabling institutional funds and infrastructure developers to acquire airports assets globally. The company is unique in it expertise of both maximising operational efficiency and delivering commercial returns. 

ARI 

ARI (Aer Rianta International ) is one of the world’s longest-established and most successful travel retail companies. ARI designs, manages and operates duty-free and duty-paid airport retail outlets in Europe, Asia and the Americas. In 2013, ARI had a managed turnover of over $1 billion and employed over 3,500 people worldwide.

Amadeus provides the technology which keeps the travel sector moving - from initial search to making a booking, from pricing to ticketing, from managing reservations to check-in and departure processes. 

Our solutions help to improve the business performance of our customers; travel providers (e.g. airlines, hotels, rail and ferry operators, airports, ground handlers, etc...), travel intermediaries (travel agencies, meta searches and websites), and travel buyers (corporations and travel management companies). 

At the heart of our approach is innovation. Amadeus invested €489 million in R&D in 2013. We have been ranked 1st for R&D investment in the travel and tourism sector by the European Commission in their 2013 'EU Industrial R&D Investment Scoreboard'. 

The Amadeus group employs around 10,000 people worldwide, across central sites in Madrid (corporate headquarters), Nice (development) and Erding (operations), as well as 71 local Amadeus Commercial Organisations. 

For more information please visit: http://www.amadeus.com e-mail: amadeus@amadeus.com

Zurich is one of the world’s leading insurance groups and one of the few to operate on a global basis, serving customers in more than 170 countries.

We act as one team with one purpose, and take a global approach to resources and capabilities that enables us to make the most of our strengths.

We have the flexibility and speed to adapt our products and geographic mix to meet changing market conditions. We offer our insurance through a variety of business segments and distribution channels including agents, affinity partners, banks, brokers, car manufacturers and travel agencies.

easyJet operates Europe's No. 1 air transport network with a leading presence on Europe's top 100 routes and at Europe's 50 largest airports.

easyJet carries over 64 million passengers annually, of which more than 12 million are travelling on business. easyJet flies over 200 aircraft with more than 700 routes on sale across 32 countries and over 130 airports. More than 300 million Europeans live within one hour's drive of an easyJet airport, more than any other airline.

The airline takes sustainability seriously. easyJet invests in the latest technology, operates efficiently and fills most of its seats which means that an easyJet passenger's carbon footprint is 22% less than a passenger on a traditional airline, flying the same aircraft on the same route. 

Clyde & Co's aviation clients include the top established names and new emerging market entrants. The firm's extensive experience includes acting on numerous multi-billion dollar new aircraft orders, hundreds of aircraft and engine operating lease and leveraged operating lease finance transactions, and advising on commercial dispute, enforcement and workout situations.

As a firm, Clyde & Co's immersion in the aviation industry pre-dates the jet age. The firm is widely recognized as the leading aviation law firm in the world, and its aviation finance practice and its members also have a long history of industry involvement and recognition as leaders in the aviation finance market. With full-time aviation finance professionals throughout its network, it also has one of the largest and most international dedicated teams of aviation finance lawyers of any global law firm.

UATP is the airline owned global payment solution accepted by thousands of merchants for air, rail and travel agency payments. UATP provides a true low-cost alternative to the expensive cost of accepting credit card payments while still allowing airlines to keep and build their customers' loyalty.  UATP has sales in excess of USD 14 billion worldwide, which produces hundreds of millions of dollars in both savings and revenue for its owners. UATP offers state-of-the-art data tools, DataStreamSM and DataMineSM, which provide comprehensive account details to Issuers and Corporate Subscribers for accurate travel management. This helps make UATP the preferred form of payment for corporate travel throughout the world. UATP also markets Insider’s Club, annual travel insurance offered exclusively to travel industry employees.

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Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. Boeing supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in 150 countries. With corporate offices in Chicago, Boeing employs more than 169,000 people across the United States and in more than 65 countries. This represents one of the most diverse, talented and innovative workforces anywhere. Our enterprise also leverages the talents of hundreds of thousands more skilled people working for Boeing suppliers worldwide.

Boeing is organized into two business units: Boeing Commercial Airplanes and Boeing Defense, Space & Security. Supporting these units are Boeing Capital Corporation, a global provider of financing solutions; Shared Services Group, which provides a broad range of services to Boeing worldwide; and Boeing Engineering, Operations & Technology, which helps develop, acquire, apply and protect innovative technologies and processes. Boeing has a long tradition of aerospace leadership and innovation. The company continues to expand its product line and services to meet emerging customer needs.

SkyTeam is a global airline alliance providing customers from member airlines access to an extensive global network with more destinations, more frequencies and more connectivity. Passengers can earn and redeem Frequent Flyer Miles throughout the SkyTeam network. SkyTeam member airlines offer customers access to 525 lounges worldwide. The nineteen members are: Aeroflot, Aerolíneas Argentinas, Aeroméxico, Air Europa, Air France, Alitalia, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, Czech Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Kenya Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Korean Air, Middle East Airlines, Saudia, TAROM, Vietnam Airlines and Xiamen Airlines. SkyTeam offers its 552 million annual customers over 15,000 daily flights to 1,024 destinations in 178 countries.

The world leader in aviation intelligence, OAG is relied upon globally for essential information and insight. Only OAG has the capability to deliver accurate, comprehensive and up-to-the-minute aviation data – and the expertise to convert this information into market-leading intelligence and innovative travel solutions.

Unique trusted and respected within the industry for over 80 years, OAG is best known for its airline schedules and flight status databases, which holds future and historical flight details for over 900 airlines and more than 4,000 airports. OAG has been at the heart of the air transport industry since the start of commercial flights. Our data and products, unrivalled in their comprehensiveness and accuracy, have become the trusted source for the world’s global distribution systems and now drives the internal systems of many travel portals, airlines, airports, air traffic control systems, aircraft manufacturers, and government agencies worldwide.

OAG’s market leading global airline distribution and aviation analytics services are perfectly complimented by our advanced suite of multi-media products designed for airlines, airports and travel related businesses helping aviation analysts, route development teams, software developers, business travellers and travel arrangers make better business decisions.

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Visit Flanders represents Flanders, the northern part of Belgium, which includes the art cities of Antwerp, Bruges, Ghent, Mechelen and Leuven. All Flemish towns are brimming with quaint medieval squares, tree-lined canals, gorgeous architectural facades, world class museums and friendly outdoor cafes perfect for sipping on the local brews. 

The scenic Flemish countryside is painted with green hills and winding roads bordered by proud farms and peaceful canals. Cities in Flanders exhibit their charm with cobblestone streets, beguinages, gothic cathedrals and artistic treasures of internationally renowned paintings from the Flemish primitives to Breughel and Rubens and such modern masters as Permeke, Ensor and Magritte.

But there is a lot more to Flemish cities than just architecture and history. You can also enjoy your time discovering the colorful open-air markets, shopping galleries, breweries, European nightlife and stylish restaurants overflowing with local culinary delights.

The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) has a 25-year reputation for leading the way corporate travel is conducted. As a global association, comprised of executive-level members in more than 100 countries, ACTE pioneers educational and technological advances that make business travel productive, cost-effective and straightforward. ACTE advocacy and initiatives continue to support impactful changes in, safety and security, privacy, duty of care and compliance along with traveler productivity that supports global commerce.

The education of ACTE members infiltrates to tens of thousands of travel professionals in over 102 countries who represent more than 12 million business travelers worldwide. From corporate buyers to agencies and suppliers, all sectors of the industry are granted equal membership. ACTE has representatives in Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, Latin America, Mexico, Middle East and the United States.

BATM is a non-profit making organisation created in 2002.

We represent the interests of the Corporate Travel Professional within the Belgian travel industry by promoting best practice, education and providing forums for networking and knowledge sharing.. 

We organise 4 educational forums and one networking meeting per year.

BATM's members are corporate buyers within the largest companies.

British Airways is the UK’s largest international scheduled airline, flying to over 550 destinations at convenient times and to the best-located airports. From the very start British Airways has been at the forefront of innovation and progression, from the world’s first daily scheduled flights to the first fully flat bed.

British Airways offers its customers a wealth of choice, from the cabin they fly in to their desired destination, through to how they book their ticket and check in. Customers can select from Online Check-in, Mobile Check-in and Check-in kiosks at the airport. And whichever journey customers choose, they can be assured of receiving the highest levels of service and customer care from British Airways’ highly trained crew.

Travel with British Airways is a most rewarding experience. Apart from being able to earn individual frequent flyer points for chosen oneworld Frequent Flyer programmes when flying British Airways. British Airways On Business loyalty programme, which is free to join, enables companies to earn valuable On Business Points for employer and employees travel that can be redeemed for upgrades, reward flights and hotel accommodation – making the company travel budget stretch even further. To find out more visit ba.com/onbusiness to view the full terms and conditions and join.

Brussels Airlines goes the extra smile 

Whether you want the ultimate comfort when travelling or are looking for competitive fares, there’s a perfect Brussels Airlines travel experience for you. You now have four travel options to choose from when travelling in Europe.

Bizz&Class, our business class travel option, offers you full flexibility and top comfort: priority on the ground (check-in, security & boarding), additional checked baggage allowance (2 pieces of 32kg each), access to business lounges at airports, complimentary gourmet meals, drinks and press, and the middle seat will be kept free for your additional ease.

Flex&Fast is our premium economy class fare that allows full flexibility (change/refund of flights), priority on the ground (check-in, security & boarding), more comfort and services on board including complimentary snack/meal, drinks and press.

Light&Relax is perfect if you want to enjoy some flexibility (change/refund of flights) including the possibility to return on an earlier flight on the same day. You will also get to choose your seat when booking and check in one piece of baggage (23kg) for free.

Check&Go is our new travel option designed for people who want to travel within Europe at a fantastic fare - from just €69 return, all fees and taxes included. Check&Go fares allow you one piece of hand baggage and accessory for free, advanced seat reservation 24 hours prior to departure, a free e-newspaper, and you will also earn Miles & More miles.