The 2009 Buying Business Travel Diamond Awards & Christmas Ball will be held once again in association with RADIUS - the global travel company.
RADIUS - the global travel company continues in our support for the Buying Business Travel Diamond Awards, widely regarded as the premier travel trade event where the industry acknowledges exceptional performance and commitment. In a competitive industry we recognize the need to reward excellence and wish all entries of these awards the best of luck. We look forward to seeing many of you on the 4th December.
RADIUS - the global travel company, is one of the world’s largest travel management companies with a combined turnover of USD 19 billion. The RADIUS network is comprised of 90 market-leading agencies in 80 countries with over 4,000 locations. RADIUS delivers outstanding personal service backed by the most compelling technology on the market.
AirPlus International is of one of Europe’s leading providers of business travel payment systems.
Specialising in intelligent solutions for all areas of the business travel process, it enables companies to manage their travel more efficiently and cost-effectively. More than 30,000 companies worldwide – among them over 200 of Western Europe’s top 500 - rely on the expertise of AirPlus International to optimise their travel expense management.
AirPlus operates globally and helps companies consolidate travel data in the major business centres of the world.
HRG has a long and prestigious history: more than 160 years' experience of a range of high-quality corporate services for multinational and national clients. With a track record of stability and delivery, we focus on offering a comprehensive range of services which add demonstrable value to our clients' travel expenditure.
Our offering goes beyond traditional business travel services - we specialise in corporate travel management, sports and events and meetings management.
With an award-winning reputation, we provide global expertise and local knowledge, non-aligned leading edge technology and a strong heritage in business travel. Present in approximately 100 countries, HRG is totally committed to delivering tangible benefits to its extensive client base.
If you would like to travel the road with us and see more of what we do, please visit www.hrgworldwide.com
Diners Club International
Sponsor of:
Best Business Travel Management Company (above £50M);
Best Business Travel Management Company (up to £50M);
SilverDoor
Sponsor of the ‘Buying Business Travel Personality of the Year’ award.
Formed in 2000, SilverDoor is the largest independent serviced apartment agent in the UK, with over 28,000 apartments in 134 cities around the world. The company is engaged by corporate and private clients for temporary and permanent relocations, staff housing programmes, business trips and international assignments.
SilverDoor offers a bespoke service to its clients and prides itself on its ability to reach the highest levels of customer service. SilverDoor also has the most extensive serviced apartment search tool on the Internet and many clients believe it to be the best way to find exactly the serviced apartment they’re looking for.
BridgeStreet Worldwide
Sponsor of the Awards Presenter
BridgeStreet Worldwide are the world leader in serviced apartments. Their expertise at managing the corporate housing needs of some of the most prominent blue chip corporations has earned them an international reputation and the trust of guests and clients alike.
At the same time, more and more companies are now seeing the advantages of booking their executives into serviced accommodation.
In BridgeStreet Worldwide’s serviced apartments, guests can enjoy a spacious and fully functional home away from home, boasting more space, a living/dining area, separate bedroom(s), a bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen creating the ideal environment to work, relax and entertain.
In the United Kingdom and the Channel Islands, BridgeStreet Worldwide offer serviced apartments in key areas of London, Heathrow, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham and Jersey. In France BridgeStreet offer apartments in the centre of Paris.
In addition, via their network of partners : The Global Alliance Programme, BridgeStreet Worldwide are also present in all major cities around the world with a strong concentration in North America.
Carlson Wagonlit Travel
Sponsor of the Buyer Awards
Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) is the world’s leading business travel management company. CWT is dedicated to helping companies of all sizes, including government organisations, to optimise their travel programme.
CWT specialises in four key areas of travel management; Traveller & Transaction Services, Programme Optimisation, Safety & Security and Meetings & Events. CWT continues to challenge boundaries and innovate with its wide range of solutions, establishing itself as market leader.
CWT provides best-in-class service and assistance to travellers by leveraging the know-how of its award-winning people and using cutting-edge technology.
CWT actively drives savings whilst enhancing traveller experience and security.
Air Astana is the national airline of Kazakhstan, jointly owned by the government of the republic of Kazakhstan and BAE systems. The airline is a full member of the IATA (International Association of Air Transport) and is the only airline in Kazakhstan which is EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) JAR-145 certified to perform aircraft maintenance. The fleet consists of B 767-300ER , B 737-700, B 737 800, and B757 200 aircraft in addition to A320-200 and F50
The twice weekly Heathrow to Almaty service is operated by B757-200 with 20 business class seats and 150 seats in economy class. This flight is direct and non-stop, with onward connections to all major cities within Kazakhstan.
Air Astana announced the launch of its new Frequent Flyer Programme Nomad Club on 1st December 2007.
The Nomad Club programme offers Blue, Silver and Gold membership with Blue being entry level. Nomad Club Silver members will enjoy the advantage of check-in priority, an increased checked-in baggage allowance, bonus points .... and more.
Air Astana has signed an agreement with Lufhansa enabling card holders of its (LH) ‘Miles & More' frequent flyer programme to accrue mileage on designated Air Astana flights and routes. Full details are available from ‘Miles & More'
Through sssource.com, buyers are now able to research business travel and meetings suppliers easily in a virtual environment, with comprehensive information on each supplier displayed in a standardised format, allowing like-for-like comparison. This new online service allows suppliers of all shapes and sizes to showcase their products and services, even those with modest budgets, in an easy-to-use interactive environment.
Examples of the many Request For Information(RFP) type details that buyers can compare include numbers of locations, product specifications, environmental policy and a whole host of other key company or product features. The easy-to-analyse format allows buyers to qualify suppliers for an invitation to tender or approach them for direct contract negotiations.
SSSource NETworker™ is the latest innovation on the site, allowing individuals in the business travel and meeting industry to interact through rapid communication, to build networks and to do business more efficiently.
SSSource is a great commercial tool that is easily accessible and brings buyers and suppliers together in the industry's first virtual marketplace.
Sponsor of: 
Formed in 2000, SilverDoor is the largest independent serviced apartment agent in the UK, with over 28,000 apartments in 134 cities around the world. The company is engaged by corporate and private clients for temporary and permanent relocations, staff housing programmes, business trips and international assignments.
BridgeStreet Worldwide are the world leader in serviced apartments. Their expertise at managing the corporate housing needs of some of the most prominent blue chip corporations has earned them an international reputation and the trust of guests and clients alike. 
