BCD Travel gathers momentum in Qatar

Taking place at the luxurious Four Seasons hotel in Doha, the event hosted more than 50 travel budget decision makers from around the country, the Gulf and the Middle East region from across the industry spectrum including corporate clients, corporate prospects and travel suppliers.

BCD Travel has been successfully delivering comprehensive travel management solutions to local, regional and global companies across Qatar and throughout the Gulf and Middle East since its founding in 2006. This event was aimed not only at re-affirming the presence in Qatar and the evolution of the exclusive Partnership between BCD Travel and the representative in Qatar, Mannai Air Travel (Mannai). In addition, this industry forum demonstrates the strong relationship between BCD Travel and Jumeirah Group and is the latest in a series of dual initiatives in the region.

An IATA and ASTA accredited agent, Mannai is one of the leading travel specialists in Qatar offering professional, responsive and personalised services to clients travelling the world over. Mannai has been in business for over 25 years working with at least 60% of the major corporate accounts in the country. The company continues to extend its services to all parts of Qatar and now offers services from 5 advanced travel centre locations, with an additional number of dedicated client onsite offices. The company takes pride in going the extra mile for customers and has won numerous awards for excellent customer service.

BCD Travel simplifies and streamlines the corporate travel process, helping companies manage and control the movement of their people, information and resources. The company focuses on implementing an integrated, seamless technology platform throughout all global locations. Clients can take advantage of BCD Travel's presence, technology infrastructure and account management consulting to ensure that they are operating a cost effective, tightly controlled travel program which delivers optimal traveller satisfaction.

BCD Travel's Greg O'Neil, Managing Director and Senior Vice President for Growth & Emerging Markets, and Rehan Ali, Strategic Development Manager for the Middle East region, were both in attendance at the event demonstrating the importance of both the relationship with Jumeirah Group and also the growth opportunities for BCD Travel in Qatar.

BCD Travel's General Manager in Qatar, Farukh Sardar, said:

"Increasing our cooperation with such a high calibre industry player like Jumeirah Group is a great opportunity for BCD Travel in Qatar and beyond. The importance of such integral relationships with all suppliers is fundamental to the corporate travel industry ensuring that we, as a leading travel management company, are in the best position to offer our corporate clients a truly comprehensive and competitive solution to their travel needs."

He continues:

"As a leading player in the global travel management arena, BCD Travel shares our philosophy for growth and success. We are delighted to be the exclusive representative of BCD Travel in Qatar, which will enable us to benefit not only in terms of business development and technology solutions, but will also enhance our service offering to our existing clients."