New York, NY (March 11^th, 2025) – Corporate Traveler, the flagship SME division of Flight Centre Travel Group, has announced it has entered into a new, exclusive partnership with the Biotechnology 

Innovation Organization (BIO), the world’s largest advocacy association serving the biotechnology industry. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., BIO represents nearly a thousand biotechnology companies, academic and research institutions, and state biotechnology centers and organizations across the United States and in more than 30 other countries throughout the world. 

This collaboration through BIO’s cost savings program, BIO Business Solutions®, will provide members of BIO and endorsing state and regional biotechnology associations with streamlined travel management solutions designed to support the dynamic nature of the biotech industry. BIO Business Solutions is the largest cost-savings program in the life sciences industry helping over 4,500 life science companies save nearly $700M annually. 

As part of the new, multi-year agreement, Corporate Traveler will become BIO’s official provider of travel management services, with the opportunity to develop customized travel programs designed to help member companies navigate the complexities and fast pace of the biotech world. The strategic offering will provide members with access to dedicated travel support focused on expense management solutions, 24/7 support, access to discounted rates and more, ensuring seamless, cost-effective travel experiences. 

“As we expand our presence in the biotech sector, partnering with BIO allows us to directly support the innovators shaping the future of healthcare and life sciences," said John Van den Heuvel, President, Corporate Traveler USA. "BIO and its members are leading groundbreaking advancements, and we are committed to delivering tailored travel solutions that enable them to focus on what matters most: driving innovation and growth”

"Travel is a critical enabler of business success in the biotech industry, from investor meetings to global partnerships. Through this collaboration with Corporate Traveler, we’re ensuring that BIO members have access to best-in-class travel solutions that support their missions and drive industry progress," said Eduardo Alvarez, Senior Vice President, Finance at BIO. 

With its strong U.S. footprint and deep understanding of the biotech landscape, Corporate Traveler is expertly positioned to deliver personalized travel programs that match the intricate needs of each organization across the country. Members will be able to take advantage of an informed team of travel experts, as well as leverage Corporate Traveler’s proprietary Melon platform to gain visibility and insight into every aspect of their travel program.

With the partnership, Corporate Traveler will also become a sponsor of the BIO’s top Conference BIO International Convention, along with other investor and partnering meetings taking place within the industry, including BIO State Affiliate meetings.

For more information on Corporate Traveler, please visit here.

About Corporate Traveler

Corporate Traveler is the flagship SME corporate travel division of Flight Centre Travel Group, operating in six global markets. Established in 1993 as Flight Centre Travel Group’s first corporate brand, the award-winning business travel management and solutions provider offers its personalized service, expert tailored advice, dedicated travel consultants, and advanced booking technology to over 16,000 business customers globally. Offering an all-in-one innovative booking platform with the support of a personal travel consultant, Corporate Traveler makes travel simpler, faster, and easier for businesses. With a wide range of solutions available, Corporate Traveler can cater for simple requirements through to the most complex SME business travel management needs. For more information or to book a business consultation, visit corporatetraveler.us

About BIO
BIO is the world's largest trade association representing biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers and related organizations across the United States and in more than 30 other nations. BIO members are involved in the research and development of innovative healthcare, agricultural, industrial, and environmental biotechnology products. BIO also operates the largest cost savings program for the life science industry – BIO Business Solutions®. To learn more about the benefits of BIO Business Solutions, please visit bio.org/save. 

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Scott Weiss – Corporate Traveler

U.S. Director of PR and Communications

scott.weiss@us.flightcentre.com