Business Travel Show Asia Pacific attracts a diverse mix of corporate travel professionals across the region — and this page brings together the proof points that show what the buyer audience looks and feels like.

Explore vox pops and testimonials from last year’s attendees, see which organisations have already registered for 2026, and preview buyer-only moments across the programme - from peer discussions to networking and recognition. With around 80% of buyers not members of GBTA, the show introduces a high proportion of new connections and fresh perspectives you may not meet elsewhere.

Who you'll meet at Business Travel Show Asia Pacific 2026

Buyer voices

How important is it to have an event like this in the APAC region?

Abegail Jamito
Dassault Systemes, APAC Travel & Expense Senior Manager 

'Just like my initial impression, I absolutely loved the supplier booth setup—it was vibrant, festive, and incredibly welcoming… The conferences, seminars, and networking activities were highly relevant… the Hosted Buyer requirements struck the right balance… Overall, the event felt dynamic and full of life.'


Alexandra Giles
UNSW, Travel Risk Assessment Officer

'This is a great opportunity to meet with suppliers across APAC and connect with SMEs within our region. The workshops, showcases, and awards establish a professional, strong working group… keen to collaborate and advance our industry.

Ritika Bhatnagar
Otis Elevators Co., Global Travel Manager

'All was good—the planning, execution, and special thanks to the organizers… very interactive throughout and I was able to meet vendors under one roof.'

Kerri Homann
Rheinmetall Defence Australia, Travel Manager

'This is a key event to connect with a significant number of industry suppliers and peers. I highly recommend this event to other travel buyers.'

Hong Li
Sourcing Manager, Beijing sino-ocean international travel service Co.,Itd

'Very organized and a very good opportunity to meet up with new suppliers.”'

Eunji Jeong
LG Energy Solution, Specialist

'You can understand the recent trends of companies in business travel. It is a beneficial place to explore and network new businesses.'

Jasminder Brishan
Onity Group, Global Travels - Professional Consultant

'The event was very informative with the panel discussions and meetings with the suppliers… much better organized than some of the other events. The quality of suppliers are great and the learning is awesome. Translation through headphone was an advantage.'


Malsha Fernando
London Stock Exchange Group, Global Travel Operations Manager

'Great event for networking, learning and knowledge sharing… a forum that enables you to pre-schedule meetings with your preferred/prospective suppliers… every minute spent at the venue was valuable.'

What’s been the most valuable part of your experience today?

What’s been the most valuable part of your experience today?



Aileen Feng, Lenovo

'I met my vendor and this is really a good opportunity to meet them in person.

It's a fantastic journey. Otherwise, I maybe even we have worked for several years, but we didn't have this chance to face to face talk.'

What made you want to addend BTSAPAC?
 



Elisabetta Gibertoni, HB LivaNova

'This is my first time here in APAC for the business travel show. I usually attended the European one. I'm from Italy. So my experience is so insightful, so great And I'm so happy to be here because I I bring home many takeaways, many networking and contacts. So I'm very, very glad, very good experience.'

What’s been the most valuable part of your experience today?



Bianca Garrad, Perenti

'This size and the exposure I I really wasn't expecting so much of an event. It's amazing and the the number of exhibitors and the amount of different suppliers that are here is really great.'

How important is it to have an event like this in the APAC region?



David Golding, University of NSW

'I think it's absolutely necessary. We have a few local shows here in Sydney, in Sydney, Australia, but nothing sort of to this extent in the region. I was absolutely blown away. But when I walked in the door about the effort that the suppliers have put into this, you know, the, the stands are amazing. The quality of the people that we're meeting is really, really good. So I'm getting some great value out of it.'

Buyer-only experiences: BTN Communities

Step into a space designed specifically for travel buyers. BTN Communities are confidential, buyer-only discussions that create the right environment to speak openly, compare notes, and share practical tips with peers who understand your challenges.

These sessions are built for honest conversation—what’s working, what’s changing, and what you’re seeing in-market—so you can leave with real takeaways you can apply to your programme, not just inspiration.
 

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14 Apr 2026
    Learning Lab
    This buyer-only session brings together corporate travel managers to explore the evolving landscape of travel technology and distribution. Whether you’re evaluating new tools, tackling NDC-related cha …
    Knowledge Arena
15 Apr 2026
    Knowledge Arena
    Join fellow corporate travel buyers in this buyer-only session focused on sustainable business travel. Connect with peers navigating the same pressures—whether it’s meeting corporate ESG targets, driv …
    Learning Lab
    Connect with fellow corporate travel buyers managing small or midsize travel programmes across the region in this buyer-only session. This interactive discussion offers a space to share common challen …

 

Buyer Spotlight blog series

In our Buyer Spotlight blog series, we sit down with leading corporate travel buyers from across the Asia Pacific region to learn how they’re managing the ever-shifting realities of business travel.

From technology adoption to sustainability and supplier partnerships, each conversation offers a glimpse into what’s working (and what’s not) for travel programmes in one of the most diverse regions in the world.

Moments from the show floor

Are you our next APAC Travel Buyer of the Year?

Submissions are now open for the 2026 APAC Travel Buyer of the Year Award, recognising a travel buyer who has excelled in their work, significantly advanced corporate travel practices through innovation, and demonstrated a commitment to pushing boundaries.

Building on the 30-year success of the Business Travel Awards Europe and Business Travel News’ coveted Travel Manager of the Year and Best Practitioner Awards, this honour is the first of its kind for the APAC travel buyer community. It will be presented to a travel buyer or manager who is based in the APAC region and/or oversees a global travel/meetings programme with APAC responsibility. The award will be presented at the conclusion of the Business Travel Show APAC on 15 April 2026.

Industry news: what buyers are reading

Stay across the latest corporate travel headlines and trends—curated from Business Travel News to keep our buyer community informed between events.

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