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Opportunities Ahead

Christophe Renard, Editor-in-Chief, CWT Vision – Global Edition

We are entering the second half of what has been a year of economic recovery with varying degrees of growth from one region to the next. At Carlson Wagonlit Travel, we are optimistic that the positive trend will continue over the next six months. Nonetheless, we anticipate there will be challenges alongside the opportunities.

The business travel industry continues to change at a rapid pace. Technology and new forms of communication are evolving constantly and for the most part, we all benefit as a result. Another fine example of our collective progress is high-speed rail, which increasingly offers a viable alternative to air travel in many countries around the world. It is also worth noting that when industry giants come together to support a common cause such as the MASSIVEGOOD global healthcare initiative, we are stronger individually and as a whole. But there are warning signals we must acknowledge.

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