by Barry Higgott | Jun 30, 2026 | News
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading business travel consortium for independent and SME Travel Management Companies (TMCs), is delighted to announce the appointment of Neil Armorgie as its new Chair. Neil succeeds Adrian Parkes, who returned to serve as Focus...
by Barry Higgott | May 18, 2026 | News
Focus is pleased to announce a new partnership with Holiday Extras for Business, further strengthening the support and services available to its TMC network and their corporate clients. The partnership creates a streamlined and centralised solution for airport...
by Barry Higgott | Apr 29, 2026 | News
London City Airport and Focus Travel Partnership have announced a strategic new partnership. This latest alliance provides Focus Travel Management Company (TMC) Partners with direct access to dedicated airport insights and resources via the Focus Extranet, along with...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 17, 2026 | News
Companies Need to Budget for Increases in their Business Travel Spend – but the ROI is still there As airfares respond (“dynamically” of course) to geo-politics, shrinking capacity and the effect of an increase in oil prices, Paul Spencer, Managing Director of Focus...
by Barry Higgott | Feb 16, 2026 | News
Focus Travel Partnership has chosen ACC Aviation, a global aviation services company, as a recommended air charter supplier for our partners. This follows two years of a successful partnership, during which ACC Aviation has proven to be a reliable provider of tailored...
by Barry Higgott | Feb 2, 2026 | News
Focus Travel Partnership Strengthens Board with Appointment of Omega World Travel Director Francesco Deluca Focus Travel Partnership has appointed Francesco Deluca, Regional Director EMEA at Omega World Travel, to its board of Directors as it enters its next phase of...
by Barry Higgott | Dec 16, 2025 | News
Focus Travel Partnership is delighted to announce a landmark strategic agreement with Manchester Airport, marking the first formal collaboration of its kind between an airport operator and a UK travel consortium. The partnership strengthens the commercial alignment...
by Barry Higgott | Nov 26, 2025 | News
Early commentary on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s budget Whilst the full details are still to be reviewed, here is Focus Travel Partnership MD, Paul Spencer’s, early commentary on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s budget announcement today. “Air...
by Barry Higgott | Sep 22, 2025 | News
“Too Little, Too Late” As Heidi Alexander, the Government Transport Secretary, announces the development of a second runway at Gatwick, Paul Spencer, Managing Director of the UK’s leading Business Travel Procurement specialists, Focus Travel Partnership, wonders why –...
by Barry Higgott | Sep 2, 2025 | News
Focus Travel Partnership is happy to announce newly expanded leadership roles, in a move that reinforces the organisation’s commitment to growth, innovation, deeper collaboration with its Suppliers, and long-term value for its TMC Partners. Dani Ives has been elevated...
by Barry Higgott | Aug 12, 2025 | News
After an incredible career dedicated to the business travel industry and Focus Travel Partnership, Hazel Dawson’s phased retirement over the last two years – where her responsibilities have already been seamlessly transitioned, has been completed, and she...
by Barry Higgott | Jun 24, 2025 | News
Focus partners with Front Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading consortium for SME TMC’s, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with advanced customer service platform Front. Following a unanimous endorsement from the Focus Innovation Group, the...
by Barry Higgott | May 6, 2025 | News
Focus announces new commercial partnership with Arbitrip Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading business travel consortium for SME TMCs, is pleased to announce a new commercial partnership with Arbitrip, a leading technology driven hotel booking platform which...
by Barry Higgott | May 1, 2025 | News
Focus announces Shining Star Award sponsorship at the Business Travel People Awards The team at Focus Travel Partnership believe in championing the brilliant talent across the business travel industry, and we are therefore delighted to announce that we have become...
by Barry Higgott | Apr 22, 2025 | News
Paul Spencer is appointed as new Managing Director of Focus Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading business travel consortium for SME TMCs, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Spencer as it’s new Managing Director. He will commence the role today....
by Barry Higgott | Apr 8, 2025 | News
Focus Travel Partnership appoints new Board Directors The UK’s leading business travel consortium for SME TMCs, Focus Travel Partnership, is delighted to announce the appointment of Edward Rom and Stephen Inskip to its Board of Directors. Their combined industry...
by Barry Higgott | Feb 3, 2025 | News
‘Team Focus’ are raising funds in aid of Depaul UK – a national homelessness charity with a focus on young people. On Weds 12th March Laura Currie, Barry Higgott, Lisa Moseling, Hazel Dawson, Tony Edge, Victoria Weaving-Shorrocks, Dani Ives, Joanne...
by Barry Higgott | Jan 9, 2025 | News
To celebrate her five incredible years of success and growth with Focus Travel Partnership, we managed to grab a quick catch-up with Dani Ives, Focus Commercial Manager, for a fast paced Q&A. What has been your most memorable moment over the last five years with...
by Barry Higgott | Oct 22, 2024 | News
We caught up with Focus CEO Steve Banks ahead of this year’s milestone Partners Conference and the 25th anniversary of Focus Travel Partnership. It’s coming up to 5 months in your role as Focus CEO, how would you describe your experience in leading Focus Travel...
by Barry Higgott | Oct 9, 2024 | News
As we approach this year’s eagerly anticipated Focus Partners Conference, we hear from Dani Ives – Focus Commercial Manager, about her career to date, current trends, and her thoughts on the upcoming Focus Partners event. 1. Can you share your first...
by Barry Higgott | Sep 19, 2024 | News
Tony Edge, Focus Travel Partnership Business Solutions Manager, wins Tech Innovator at the Business Travel People Awards Focus Travel Partnership are thrilled to share that Tony Edge, Focus Business Solutions Manager, has been awarded ‘Tech Innovator’ at this year’s...
by Barry Higgott | Sep 16, 2024 | News
As we approach the Business Travel People Awards – shining a light on the industry’s finest talent, we spoke to ‘Tech Innovator’ finalist and Focus Business Solutions Manager, Tony Edge, about his nomination and his career to date. 1. Can you share...
by Barry Higgott | Sep 11, 2024 | News
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading consortium of independent SME travel management companies, has announced that Joanne Emerson has been appointed as Marketing, PR & Events Manager. Joanne joined the Focus team 18 months ago as PR & Marketing Executive...
by Barry Higgott | Aug 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Focus Board Director Clare Collins announced as CT Travel Group Ltd Chief Operating Officer CT Travel Group Ltd is thrilled to announce the appointment of Clare Collins as Chief Operating Officer (COO), a pivotal move in the company’s aggressive strategy to expand its...
by Barry Higgott | Jul 17, 2024 | News
Focus Travel Partnership proudly announces a strategic new partnership with digital technology rail provider, International Rail. This latest collaboration, making International Rail the preferred global rail tech provider for Focus Travel Partnership, will bring...
by Barry Higgott | Jul 11, 2024 | News
ITM Tech Innovator Award Winner Focus Travel Partnership is delighted to announce that our Business Solutions Manager, Tony Edge, has won the prestigious Tech Innovator Award at this year’s Institute of Travel Management (ITM) Achievement Awards. Tony, who...
by Barry Higgott | May 7, 2024 | News
ITG Business Travel joins Focus Travel Partnership ITG Business Travel, a leading provider of cutting-edge travel management solutions for over 20 years, are proud to announce membership of Focus Travel Partnership – the UK’s leading independent travel management...
by Barry Higgott | Apr 24, 2024 | News
Welcome to the next instalment of our ‘in conversation with’ series, where we delve into the knowledge and career experiences of Focus Board Director, Mark Colley. How did you get into the business travel industry? Sunways Travel celebrated its 50th anniversary last...
by Barry Higgott | Apr 2, 2024 | News
Focus Travel Partnership has announced the appointment of Steve Banks as its new Chief Executive Officer. Steve Banks brings over 30 years of corporate travel experience in senior roles to the Partnership. With an early career at Thomas Cook Travel Management, moving...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 13, 2024 | News
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading consortium of independent SME Travel Management Companies, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Clare Collins, Co-owner and Managing Director Corporate Travel at CT Travel Group, to its Board of Directors. In this new...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 8, 2024 | News
In celebration of International Women’s Day #inspireinclusion we chatted to Focus Commercial Manager, Dani Ives, about her distinguished career to date, mentorship, and the significance of International Women’s Day 2024. Please tell us a little bit about...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 7, 2024 | News
In our ongoing celebration of International Women’s Day #inspireinclusion, we spoke to Focus PR & Marketing Exec, Joanne Emerson, about who inspires her, some career experiences, and the significance of IWD. Please tell us a little bit about yourself. I grew up in...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 6, 2024 | News
Celebrating IWD #inspireinclusion we spoke to Focus BDM, Anne Marie Crawford, about her career journey, family and the importance of International Women’s Day. Please tell us a little bit about yourself. I moved to Northern Ireland aged 10. At 18 I attended...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 5, 2024 | News
Celebrating International Women’s Day #inspireinclusion, we spoke to Focus Commercial Manager, Hazel Dawson, about her accomplished career in the corporate travel industry and the importance of IWD. Please tell us a little bit about yourself. I’ve worked in the...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 4, 2024 | News, Uncategorized
To begin our commemoration of International Women’s Day #inspireinclusion, we spoke to Focus Travel Partnership Board Director, Wendy Walker, about her trailblazing career and the importance of IWD. Please tell us a little bit about yourself. I have been in the...
by Barry Higgott | Feb 22, 2024 | News
Introducing the second instalment of our ‘in conversation with’ series, where we delve into the insights and experiences of James Parkhouse, who joined Focus as Non-Executive Director in January 2024. What attracted you to the role of Non-Executive...
by Barry Higgott | Feb 19, 2024 | News
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s largest consortium of independent SME travel management companies, is continuing to strengthen its innovation and tech proposition for TMC Partners after signing an agreement with Berlin-based AirGateway, one of the leading...
by Barry Higgott | Feb 12, 2024 | News
Welcome to the first of our new ‘In Conversation With’ series. Where we delve into Focus Chair, Bob Schumacher’s, wealth of experience, and gain insights into his vision, leadership and valuable perspectives. What attracted you to the role as Chair...
by Barry Higgott | Jan 29, 2024 | News
Focus Travel Partnership announces agreement with MyOverview Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s largest consortium of independent SME travel management companies, is continuing to enhance its ecosystem of technology solutions after signing an agreement with...
by Barry Higgott | Dec 13, 2023 | News
Best Workplaces in Travel is back and Focus Travel Partnership are proud to have become Brand Ambassadors for 2024. Business travel companies are being invited to participate in the Best Workplaces in Travel employee engagement survey for a chance to be recognised as...
by Barry Higgott | Nov 16, 2023 | News
Focus Travel Partnership announces agreement with Jyrney Focus Travel Partnership has added a significant ground mobility element to its ecosystem of technology solutions after signing an agreement with transformative ground transport tech provider Jyrney, creating a...
by Barry Higgott | Oct 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s largest consortium of independent SME travel management companies, has announced the appointment of Dani Ives as Commercial Manager. Dani Ives joined Focus almost four years ago as Events Manager, before being promoted to Partnership...
by Barry Higgott | Sep 18, 2023 | News
Focus Innovation Group to deliver best-in-class business solutions to TMC Partners Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s largest consortium of independent SME travel management companies, has established the Focus Innovation Group. The aim of the group is to drive...
by Barry Higgott | Jun 27, 2023 | News
CT Business Travel joins Focus Travel Partnership CT Business Travel, a leading award-winning corporate travel management company, is proud to announce its membership of Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s principal independent travel management consortium for SME’s....
by Barry Higgott | Jun 26, 2023 | News
The awards ceremony at our action-packed Focus Champions Conference, held at the Heart of England conference centre in June, was led by our CEO Abby Penston. The event was attended by over 120 front-line colleagues from our Focus Partner TMC’s, supplier...
by Barry Higgott | Apr 13, 2023 | News
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading travel management consortium, has recently achieved the Greengage ECOsmart accreditation. Greengage ECOsmart is a travel management industry certification that recognises organisations who can demonstrate a comprehensive...
by Barry Higgott | Apr 4, 2023 | News
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading business travel consortium, is proud to announce its partnership with Easy Avenues, a Chelmsford based travel management company. Focus Travel Partnership, representing 52 independent travel management companies across the...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 28, 2023 | News
Focus Travel Partnership CEO Abby Penston led the awards ceremony at our Focus Leaders Conference which took place on 22nd March at the Etihad Stadium. Business leaders from across the Focus Partnership and industry suppliers came together to network and innovate....
by Barry Higgott | Feb 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s largest business travel consortium for independent TMCs, has welcomed TakeTwo Travel Solutions as its latest TMC partner. TakeTwo has established itself as an innovative global boutique TMC since entering the market in 2021. TakeTwo...
by Barry Higgott | Feb 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Favourite movie, favourite song, favourite piece of travel technology and more! Abby Penston is a Business Travel Rockstar and CEO of Focus Travel Partnership. She tells us how she started her career in travel, who inspires her, what she thinks the greatest...
by Barry Higgott | Dec 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading business travel consortium for independent SME travel management companies, has appointed TripStax as its preferred data analytics partner. TripStax will provide its ground-breaking proprietary reporting and analytics...
by Barry Higgott | Aug 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
Ison Travel are the latest TMC to join the Focus Travel Partnership. The partnership, which is the UK’s leading business travel consortium for Travel Management Companies (TMCs), has taken on 3 TMCs within the last month, including Island Business Travel, Spotnana and...
by Barry Higgott | Aug 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Focus Travel Partnership has added to their membership pool, recently signing new TMC Spotnana. Headquartered in New York and founded in 2020, Spotnana has experienced rapid growth whilst dealing with a global pandemic. Their move into the Focus Travel Partnership...
by Barry Higgott | Jul 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Focus Travel Partnership have been awarded ‘Front of Shirt sponsorship’ for Northern Premier League (Premier Division) football team Marine FC. Based in Crosby, near Liverpool, the team will be sporting the new shirt in the new season starting in August 2022....
by Barry Higgott | Jul 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
One of the founding TMCs of the Focus Travel Partnership has re-signed with the business travel consortium, 20 months after leaving. Island Business Travel (also known as ORTG) which operates in the Crown Dependencies of Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man has...
by Barry Higgott | May 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Focus Travel Partnership, the UK’s leading business travel consortium has appointed Verteil Technologies as their preferred NDC aggregator. The India based travel technology company who provides a direct connect platform for a fully transparent booking experience...
by Barry Higgott | Apr 20, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Focus Travel Partnership has recently launched a partnership with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (GOSH Charity). Not only will the partnership be aiming to raise money for the charity to support seriously ill children from across the UK who are...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Focus Travel Partnership have added a ‘Brexit Counter’ to their own proprietary Duty of Care solution managed in house by the Partnership under the Focus Innovations banner. The Brexit Counter pulls GDS and profile data directly from the TMC which shows exactly...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Through this agreement, TMC Partners of the Focus Travel Partnership will offer Cytric’s state-of-the-art technology for bookings to optimise business travel. Hybrid working coupled with the challenges of COVID-19 has accelerated the demand for end-to-end digital...
by Barry Higgott | Mar 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Focus Travel Partnership is pleased to have agreed a formal relationship with the Rail Delivery Group (RDG) as we move into a period of recovery and bounce-back for corporate travel, including UK Rail. Focus is the leading business travel consortium for the...
