BT4Europe, the European Network of Business Travel Associations, welcomes the European Union’s efforts to strengthen air passenger rights through the revised Passenger Rights Package. At the same time, BT4EUrope has formally raised concerns about one provision that could unintentionally shift financial liability to travel intermediaries for disruptions beyond their control. The new passenger rights enforcement Regulation is a landmark legislative initiative designed to overhaul […]
Europe’s future competitiveness depends on better connectivity. High-speed rail has a key role to play
BT4Europe welcomes the European Parliament’s ongoing work on connecting Europe through high-speed rail and creating a more integrated, interoperable and passenger-focused European rail network. Lotten Fowler, BT4Europe, recently attended an informal roundtable discussion on high-speed rail, organised by Ludovica Serafini, ENVI and TRAN Advisor to MEP Ana Vasconcelos, together with other European stakeholders. A successful […]
BT4Europe: The political agreement on the revision of the EU social security coordination rules marks an important step towards simpler and more efficient cross-border business mobility
The political agreement on the revision of the EU social security coordination rules marks an important step towards simpler and more efficient cross-border business mobility. 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿? The recording is now available! Securing a practical exemption from A1 requirements for genuine short-term cross-border business travel has been a core BT4Europe advocacy priority for several […]
BT4Europe: A stronger and clearer framework for AIR PASSENGER RIGHTS is good news for travellers across Europe
A stronger and clearer framework for AIR PASSENGER RIGHTS is good news for travellers across Europe BT4Europe welcomes the landmark agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council on the revision of EU air passenger rights. After more than a decade of discussions, Europe is preserving key passenger protections while introducing a range of […]
BT4Europe Webinar: Europe on the Move – A1 Simplification: From Breakthrough to Implementation
BT4Europe is pleased to invite you to the next webinar in our Europe on the Move Webinar Series: A1 Simplification: From Breakthrough to Implementation The recent agreement on EU social security coordination marks a major step forward for cross-border business mobility, removing A1 requirements for many cross-border business trips and reducing administrative burdens across the Single Market. A1 simplification […]
BT4Europe Press Release – breakthrough on A1 simplification for short-term cross-border business travel
Business Travel for Europe (BT4Europe) welcomes the provisional agreement reached between the European Parliament and the Council on the revision of EU social security coordination rules, marking a significant step forward in reducing administrative barriers for short-term cross-border business mobility. The agreement confirms that business trips and short-term cross-border postings will no longer require an […]
BT4Europe statement on EU Passenger Package
BT4Europe welcomes the Commission’s proposals as an important contribution to the wider debate on simpler, more connected and more sustainable cross-border mobility across Europe. Based on our initial assessment, the package contains positive elements alongside areas that will need careful reading. Stronger passenger rights across multi-operator journeys and the ambition of a single ticket are […]
Reliable connectivity and strong passenger rights remain a priority in Europe
Today, the European Commission adopted guidance for the EU transport and tourism sector in response to ongoing fuel supply disruptions affecting parts of aviation and shipping. The key message for business travellers and companies is reassuring: EU air passenger rights remain fully in place – including reimbursement, re‑routing, assistance and, where applicable, compensation. High fuel […]
European Parliament Confirms a Common Standard for Transport Emissions — A Win for BT4Europe and Europe’s Business Travel Community
As the collective European voice of the business travel community, BT4Europe welcomes the final adoption of CountEmissionsEU, a single, EU-wide methodology for calculating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transport. On 28 April 2026, the European Parliament gave its final approval at second reading, completing the legislative process. The European Union is writing history for travel […]
BT4Europe welcomes breakthrough on A1 simplification for short-term cross-border business travel
BT4Europe welcomes breakthrough on A1 simplification for short-term cross-border business travel Business Travel for Europe (BT4Europe) welcomes the provisional agreement reached between the European Parliament and the Council on the revision of EU social security coordination rules, marking a significant step forward in reducing administrative barriers for short-term cross-border business mobility. The agreement confirms that […]