[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”HEADER: Middle East & Iran Crisis” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_enable_image=”off” background_position=”top_center” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”DE CRISIS IN HET MIDDEN-OOSTEN ” subhead=”Wat stijgende brandstofkosten betekenen voor wereldwijd vliegverkeer \u2014 en de werkelijkheid achter de mediahype ” admin_label=”HEADER: Middle East Crisis” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ title_font_size=”60px” subhead_line_height=”1.3em” background_color=”#414042″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Aerial-View-Strait-Hormuz-WEB.jpg” parallax=”off” title_font_size_tablet=”60px” title_font_size_phone=”36px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” subhead_font_size_tablet=”” subhead_font_size_phone=”21px” subhead_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_one_text__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Intro” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”5%||5%||true|false” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”ROW – Intro” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Intro” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Intro” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Dit keer wordt die onrust niet veroorzaakt door schommelingen in de vraag, maar door geopolitieke ontwikkelingen. Het aanhoudende conflict met Iran is inmiddels uitgegroeid tot een grootschalige energiecrisis, met grote gevolgen voor luchtvaartmaatschappijen, zakelijke reisprogramma\u2019s en de reiservaring van zakenreizigers. Voor travel managers en reisboekers is het belangrijker dan ooit om te begrijpen wat er precies speelt, wat de werkelijkheid achter de krantenkoppen is en hoe organisaties hier slim op kunnen inspelen. <\/p>\n
In dit artikel kijken we naar de situatie in het Midden-Oosten en leggen we uit wat stijgende brandstofprijzen kunnen betekenen voor de wereld van zakenreizen.<\/strong>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”#identify” button_text=”LEES MEER” admin_label=”BUTTON- Explore More” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ module_class=”bg-image-column” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Airport-in-Morning-Crisis-WEB.jpg” box_shadow_style=”preset4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – The Root Cause” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(91,140,177,0.8) 0%|rgba(91,140,177,0.8) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Data-Abstract-WEB.jpg” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_5,3_5,1_5″ admin_label=”ROW – Root Cause” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” max_width=”1280px” custom_padding=”4%|4%|4%|4%|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”5%|4%|5%|4%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”s||divi||400″ admin_label=”ICON – Warning” module_id=”identify” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – The Root Cause” module_id=”pros-cons” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”0%||5%||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”0%||0%||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||5%||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”30px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – The Root Cause” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”2%||7%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n De kern van het probleem ligt bij de Straat van Hormuz<\/strong>, een cruciale zeeroute waar normaal gesproken ongeveer 20% van de wereldwijde olievoorraad doorheen wordt vervoerd. De verstoringen in deze regio hebben geleid tot een forse stijging van olie- en kerosineprijzen<\/strong>. In sommige markten zijn de brandstofkosten voor de luchtvaart binnen enkele weken met 70%<\/strong> tot zelfs meer dan 100%<\/strong> gestegen.<\/p>\n In tegenstelling tot ruwe olie is vliegtuigbrandstof minder flexibel binnen de toeleveringsketen. De productie is afhankelijk van specifieke raffinageprocessen en vaste distributienetwerken, die momenteel onder zware druk staan. Daardoor staat de luchtvaartsector voor wat veel analisten omschrijven als de grootste operationele uitdaging sinds de pandemie.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial portrait_url=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Plane-Taking-Off-Sunset-WEB.jpg” quote_icon=”off” admin_label=”CALLOUT – Fuel Price” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Ter illustratie: brandstofkosten vormen doorgaans 20 tot 30% van de operationele kosten van een luchtvaartmaatschappij. Wanneer die kosten plotseling verdubbelen, heeft dat direct invloed op de gehele sector.[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_button button_url=”#airlines” button_text=”WAT DOEN LUCHTVAARTMAATSCHAPPIJEN eraan?” button_alignment=”center” admin_label=”BUTTON – What are Airlines Doing” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – What Are Airlines Doing” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”3%||6%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Header” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” custom_padding=”1%||1%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – What Airlines Doing” module_id=”airlines” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”5%||1%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – What Airlines Doing” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”2%||2%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Luchtvaartmaatschappijen proberen de financi\u00eble impact zo goed mogelijk op te vangen, maar hun mogelijkheden blijven beperkt. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”ROW – Increasing Fares” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” max_width=”1280px” custom_padding=”1%|1%|1%|1%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ module_class=”bg-image-column” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Business-Traveller-Booking-Tickets-WEB.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Increasing Fares” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Increasing Fares” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Op zowel korte als lange afstanden stijgen ticketprijzen geleidelijk. Daarbij spelen niet alleen brandstofprijzen een rol, maar ook seizoensgebonden drukte en toenemende bezettingsgraden. In sommige gevallen worden toeslagen achteraf toegevoegd, vooral bij groepsreizen of specialistische trajecten. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Arrow” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”?||divi||400″ admin_label=”ICON – Arrow” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”3%||3%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”ROW – Cutting Capacity” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” max_width=”1280px” custom_padding=”1%|1%|1%|1%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ module_class=”bg-image-column” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Empty-Plane-Seats-WEB.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Cutting Capacity” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Cutting Capacity” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Wereldwijd halen luchtvaartmaatschappijen momenteel capaciteit uit hun vluchtschema\u2019s. Alleen al in mei verdwenen ongeveer 2 miljoen vliegtuigstoelen uit de markt. Dit gebeurt enerzijds om verlieslatende routes te beperken en anderzijds om brandstofverbruik terug te dringen. 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Airspace closures have forced rerouting, which can increase flight times and fuel burn. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Accelerate Fleet” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Veel luchtvaartmaatschappijen geven prioriteit aan nieuwere en zuinigere toestellen en nemen oudere vliegtuigen versneld uit gebruik. Dat is op lange termijn positief, maar kan op korte termijn zorgen voor minder beschikbare capaciteit. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – What this means Business Travel” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.65) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.65) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Busy-Generic-Commute-Train.png” custom_padding=”5%||5%||true|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – What this means Business Travel” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” custom_padding=”0%||0%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – What this means Business Travel” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”5%||2%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – What this means Business Travel” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”2%||2%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Voor zakelijke reisprogramma\u2019s gaan de gevolgen verder dan alleen hogere ticketprijzen. Tegelijkertijd zien we ook veel creativiteit en flexibiliteit vanuit luchtvaartmaatschappijen om reizigers en bedrijven te blijven ondersteunen. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Divider” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider divider_position=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”2%||2%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”ROW – What Means Business Traveller Items” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ admin_label=”COLUMN – Budget Volatile” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ admin_label=”ICON – Warn” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Fuel Reality” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY \u2013 Supplier Instable” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Volgens Tim Alderslade, CEO van Airlines UK: \u201cBritse luchtvaartmaatschappijen opereren normaal en de brandstofvoorziening blijft stabiel. Om duidelijk te zijn: er worden geen vluchten geannuleerd vanwege brandstoftekorten en berichten hierover zijn onjuist.\u201d <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ admin_label=”ICON – Card” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Budget Volatile” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Budget Volatile” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Reisbudgetten die enkele maanden geleden nog realistisch leken, kunnen inmiddels onder druk staan. Door stijgende brandstofprijzen berekenen sommige luchtvaartmaatschappijen extra kosten sneller en dynamischer door. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ admin_label=”ICON – Cancel Flight” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Increased Disrpt” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Increased Disrupt” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In mei werd minder dan 1% van alle geplande vluchten vanuit het Verenigd Koninkrijk naar internationale bestemmingen geannuleerd vanwege brandstofproblemen. Uit data van Cirium blijkt dat de impact op vluchtschema\u2019s en stoelcapaciteit voorlopig relatief beperkt blijft.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Divider” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider divider_position=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”2%||2%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW -Button” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”#practical-guide” button_text=” PRAKTISCHE TIPS VOOR TRAVEL MANAGERS EN REISBOEKERS” button_alignment=”center” admin_label=”BUTTON – Practical Guidance” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Practical Guidance ” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Practical Guidance” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Practical Guidance (intro)” module_id=”practical-guide” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”3%||3%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Practical Guidance (intro)” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”3%||3%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n De realiteit is dat het, vanuit de ervaring van Gray Dawes Travel, grotendeels \u201cbusiness as usual\u201d blijft. Wij adviseren klanten om alert te blijven, maar er is momenteel geen reden om zakelijke reizen volledig uit te stellen. <\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Hoewel organisaties weinig invloed hebben op geopolitieke ontwikkelingen, zijn er wel verschillende praktische stappen die helpen om reisprogramma\u2019s veerkrachtig te houden.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”ROW – Practical Guidance 1-3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” custom_padding=”||2%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” custom_padding=”2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”v||divi||400″ admin_label=”ICON – Speech” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Reforecast” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Reforecast” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Evalueer reisbudgetten opnieuw en houd rekening met mogelijke prijsstijgingen in de komende drie tot zes maanden. Heldere communicatie richting interne stakeholders helpt om verwachtingen goed te managen. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” custom_padding=”2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ admin_label=”ICON – Ticket” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Book Earlier” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Book Earlier” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Vroeg boeken blijft belangrijk, maar flexibiliteit wordt steeds waardevoller. Kies waar mogelijk voor tarieven die wijzigingen toelaten, zeker bij belangrijke zakelijke reizen. Vluchtschema\u2019s veranderen momenteel sneller dan normaal, waardoor starre boekingen duur kunnen uitpakken. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” custom_padding=”2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||900″ admin_label=”ICON – Route” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Diversify Routes” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Diversify Routes” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Vermijd afhankelijkheid van \u00e9\u00e9n specifieke luchtvaartmaatschappij of overstaphub. Alternatieve routes buiten risicogebieden kunnen soms betrouwbaarder zijn, ook wanneer ze iets langer duren. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”ROW – Practical Guidance 4-6″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” custom_padding=”2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”i||divi||400″ admin_label=”ICON – Docs” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Strengthen Policy” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Strengthen Policy” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In tijden van wereldwijde onzekerheid kunnen ongecontroleerde boekingen kosten snel laten oplopen. Het is daarom belangrijk om reisbeleid actief te bewaken en het gebruik van premiumcabines kritisch te beoordelen. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” custom_padding=”2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||divi||400″ admin_label=”ICON – People” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Leverage TMC” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Leverage TMC” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Gray Dawes Travel monitort continu ontwikkelingen rondom capaciteit, ticketprijzen en verstoringen. Die inzichten kunnen organisaties helpen bij strategische boekingskeuzes en duidelijke communicatie richting reizigers. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” custom_padding=”2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_icon font_icon=”||fa||400″ admin_label=”ICON – Tick” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Review Travel” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Review Travel” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Dit is een goed moment om opnieuw kritisch te kijken naar de waarde van elke zakenreis. Hybride werken heeft het reisgedrag al veranderd en organisaties kunnen nu beter bepalen welke reizen \u00e9cht impact maken en waar virtuele alternatieven mogelijk zijn. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Divider” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” custom_margin=”2%||0%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider divider_position=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”ROW – Advice for Traveller” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” custom_margin=”1%||1%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ module_class=”bg-image-column” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Man-Working-in-Airport-WEB.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Advice for Traveller” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”1%||1%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Advice for Traveller” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” ul_font=”||||||||” custom_margin=”5%||1%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]Ook zakenreizigers zelf kunnen zich beter voorbereiden op de huidige situatie. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”#looking-ahead” button_text=”VOORUITBLIKKEND” admin_label=”BUTTON – Looking Ahead” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”ROW – Divider” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1280px” custom_margin=”1%||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider divider_position=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Conclusion” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(91,140,177,0.61) 0%|rgba(91,140,177,0.61) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Octaviade-Frias-Vista-WEB.jpg” custom_padding=”10vh||10vh||true|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_5,3_5,1_5″ admin_label=”ROW – Conclusion” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width=”100vw” max_width_tablet=”1300px” max_width_phone=”1300px” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.83)” custom_padding=”4%|8%|4%|8%|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Conclusion” module_id=”looking-ahead” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”5%||5%||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”5%||5%||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”5%||10%||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”27px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Conclusion ” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”_initial” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”2%||5%||false|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”35px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Stijgende brandstofkosten zijn niet alleen een uitdaging voor luchtvaartmaatschappijen, maar voor het volledige reissysteem. Voor professionals binnen zakenreizen is dit h\u00e9t moment om sterker in te zetten op strategische planning, data-gedreven besluitvorming en proactieve communicatie. <\/strong><\/p>\n Hoewel de huidige situatie complex is, benadrukt ze ook het belang van een goed georganiseerd reisprogramma en een sterke samenwerking met een TMC. 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\u00a9 Gray Dawes Group 2023<\/strong> The Iran conflict and wider Middle East crisis are increasing jet fuel prices and disrupting global air travel. Discover what rising costs, reduced airline capacity, and rerouted flights mean for business travel managers and travellers. And, importantly, discover the truth behind the media hype!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25,"featured_media":307303,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" [et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" fullwidth=\"on\" admin_label=\"HEADER: Middle East & Iran Crisis\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" background_enable_image=\"off\" background_position=\"top_center\" locked=\"off\" collapsed=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=\"The Middle East Crisis\" subhead=\"What Rising Fuel Costs Mean for Global Air Travel, and the Reality Behind the Media Hype\" admin_label=\"HEADER: Middle East Crisis\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" title_font_size=\"60px\" subhead_line_height=\"1.3em\" background_color=\"#414042\" background_image=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Aerial-View-Strait-Hormuz-WEB.jpg\" parallax=\"off\" title_font_size_tablet=\"60px\" title_font_size_phone=\"36px\" title_font_size_last_edited=\"on|phone\" subhead_font_size_tablet=\"\" subhead_font_size_phone=\"21px\" subhead_font_size_last_edited=\"on|phone\" z_index_tablet=\"500\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" button_one_text__hover_enabled=\"on|desktop\"][\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" admin_label=\"SECTION - Intro\" _builder_version=\"4.27.5\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"5%||5%||true|false\" collapsed=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"1_2,1_2\" make_equal=\"on\" admin_label=\"ROW - Intro\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"1_2\" _builder_version=\"4.27.5\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Intro\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Intro\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> This time it's not being driven by demand shocks, but by geopolitics. The ongoing Iran conflict has rapidly evolved into a full-scale energy crisis, with profound implications for airline economics, corporate travel programmes, and traveller experience. 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Disruption in this region has triggered a sharp spike in oil and jet fuel prices, with aviation fuel in some markets rising by 70% to over 100%<\/strong> in a matter of weeks.<\/p> Unlike crude oil, jet fuel is less flexible in its supply chain. It depends on specific refining processes and established distribution networks, which are now under severe strain. As a result, the aviation industry is facing what many analysts describe as its most significant operational challenge since the pandemic.<\/strong><\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial portrait_url=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Plane-Taking-Off-Sunset-WEB.jpg\" quote_icon=\"off\" admin_label=\"CALLOUT - Fuel Price\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> For context, fuel typically accounts for 20\u201330% of airline operating costs<\/strong>. When that cost doubles, the impact is immediate and far-reaching.<\/p> [\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_button button_url=\"#airlines\" button_text=\"What are Airlines Doing About It?\" button_alignment=\"center\" admin_label=\"BUTTON - What are Airlines Doing\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.5\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" admin_label=\"SECTION - What Are Airlines Doing\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"3%||6%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Header\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_padding=\"1%||1%||true|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - What Airlines Doing\" module_id=\"airlines\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"5%||1%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - What Airlines Doing\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"2%||2%||true|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Airlines have moved quickly to mitigate the financial shock, but the options are limited.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"2_5,3_5\" use_custom_gutter=\"on\" gutter_width=\"2\" make_equal=\"on\" admin_label=\"ROW - Increasing Fares\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_padding=\"1%|1%|1%|1%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" module_class=\"bg-image-column\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_enable_color=\"off\" background_image=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Business-Traveller-Booking-Tickets-WEB.jpg\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider show_divider=\"off\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Increasing Fares\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Increasing Fares\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> We've seen some ticket prices rising across both short and long-haul routes; however,\u00a0 this is going to be seasonal as load factors increase - not just fuel prices. In some cases, surcharges are being applied retrospectively, particularly on group or specialist travel.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Arrow\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"?||divi||400\" admin_label=\"ICON - Arrow\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"3%||3%||true|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"2_5,3_5\" use_custom_gutter=\"on\" gutter_width=\"2\" make_equal=\"on\" admin_label=\"ROW - Cutting Capacity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_padding=\"1%|1%|1%|1%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" module_class=\"bg-image-column\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_enable_color=\"off\" background_image=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Empty-Plane-Seats-WEB.jpg\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider show_divider=\"off\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Cutting Capacity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Cutting Capacity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Globally, airlines have removed significant numbers of seats from schedules. Around 2 million seats have been cut in May alone, but these are as carriers scale back unprofitable routes, as well as conserving fuel.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Arrow\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"?||divi||400\" admin_label=\"ICON - Arrow\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"3%||3%||true|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"2_5,3_5\" use_custom_gutter=\"on\" gutter_width=\"2\" make_equal=\"on\" admin_label=\"ROW - Cancelling Routes \" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_padding=\"1%|1%|1%|1%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" module_class=\"bg-image-column\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_enable_color=\"off\" background_image=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Map-Crisis-Flight-Reroute.png\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider show_divider=\"off\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Cancelling Routes \" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Cancelling Routes \" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Long-haul routes, especially those connecting Europe and Asia via the Middle East, are most affected. Airspace closures have forced rerouting, which can increase flight times and fuel burn.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Arrow\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" admin_label=\"Column\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"?||divi||400\" admin_label=\"ICON - Arrow\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"3%||3%||true|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"2_5,3_5\" use_custom_gutter=\"on\" gutter_width=\"2\" make_equal=\"on\" admin_label=\"ROW - Accelerate Fleet\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_padding=\"1%|1%|1%|1%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" module_class=\"bg-image-column\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_enable_color=\"off\" background_image=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Plane-Retired-Hanger-WEB-1.jpg\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider show_divider=\"off\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Accelerate Fleet\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Accelerate Fleet\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Airlines are prioritising newer, more fuel-efficient aircraft and retiring older fleets faster than planned. While this is positive in the long-term, it can reduce its short-term capacity.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" admin_label=\"SECTION - What this means Business Travel\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(0,0,0,0.65) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.65) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Busy-Generic-Commute-Train.png\" custom_padding=\"5%||5%||true|false\" collapsed=\"on\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - What this means Business Travel\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_padding=\"0%||0%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - What this means Business Travel\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" header_2_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" custom_margin=\"5%||2%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - What this means Business Travel\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" custom_margin=\"2%||2%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> For corporate travel programmes, the implications extend beyond potentially higher ticket prices. But we're also seeing creativity and resilience on the side of the airlines, to support businesses and keep travellers travelling.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Divider\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider divider_position=\"center\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"2%||2%||true|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"1_3,1_3,1_3\" admin_label=\"ROW - What Means Business Traveller Items\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" admin_label=\"COLUMN - Budget Volatile\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"\uf52f||fa||900\" admin_label=\"ICON - Warn\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Fuel Reality\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" header_3_text_align=\"center\" header_3_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY \u2013 Supplier Instable\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> The latest quote from Airline UK CEO, Time Alderslade: [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" admin_label=\"Column\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"\uf53c||fa||900\" admin_label=\"ICON - Card\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Budget Volatile\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" header_3_text_align=\"center\" header_3_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Budget Volatile\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Travel budgets set even a quarter ago may now be under pressure. With jet fuel prices rising in some regions, some airlines are passing through costs quickly and dynamically.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"\ue069||fa||900\" admin_label=\"ICON - Cancel Flight\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Increased Disrpt\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" header_3_text_align=\"center\" header_3_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Increased Disrupt\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> For the month of May, less tha 1% of all scheduled flights from the UK to global destinations have been cancelled due to fuel shortages. The data shows relatively limited changes in scheduled flights and seat capacity. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Divider\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider divider_position=\"center\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"2%||2%||true|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW -Button\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_button button_url=\"#practical-guide\" button_text=\"PRACTICAL GUIDANCE FOR TRAVEL MANAGERS AND BOOKERS\" button_alignment=\"center\" admin_label=\"BUTTON - Practical Guidance\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" admin_label=\"SECTION - Practical Guidance \" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Practical Guidance\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Practical Guidance (intro)\" module_id=\"practical-guide\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"3%||3%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Practical Guidance (intro)\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"3%||3%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> The reality is, at least from Gray Dawes Travel's experience, that it's very much business as usual. We are advising our clients to be cautious, but there's nothing to stop them from travelling.<\/strong><\/p> While the macro environment is outside anyone\u2019s control, there are several practical steps organisations can take to maintain programme resilience.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"1_3,1_3,1_3\" admin_label=\"ROW - Practical Guidance 1-3\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_padding=\"||2%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" custom_padding=\"2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"v||divi||400\" admin_label=\"ICON - Speech\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Reforecast\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Reforecast\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Revisit travel budgets now. Build in contingency for continued fuel volatility over the next 3\u20136 months. Clear communication with stakeholders is essential to manage expectations around rising costs.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" custom_padding=\"2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"\uf3ff||fa||900\" admin_label=\"ICON - Ticket\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Book Earlier\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Book Earlier\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Advance booking remains key, but flexibility matters more than ever. Prioritise fares that allow changes, especially for critical trips. With schedules shifting frequently, rigidity can become costly.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" custom_padding=\"2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"\uf4d7||fa||900\" admin_label=\"ICON - Route\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Diversify Routes\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Diversify Routes\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Avoid over-reliance on a single airline or hub. Explore alternative routings that bypass high-risk regions. Secondary hubs or indirect routes may offer greater reliability, even if they end up being slightly longer.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"1_3,1_3,1_3\" admin_label=\"ROW - Practical Guidance 4-6\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" admin_label=\"Column\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" custom_padding=\"2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"i||divi||400\" admin_label=\"ICON - Docs\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Strengthen Policy\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Strengthen Policy\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> In times of unexpected global volatility, unmanaged bookings can significantly inflate costs. Reinforce policy adherence and consider tightening controls around premium cabin usage unless it's absolutely justified.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" custom_padding=\"2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"\ue08b||divi||400\" admin_label=\"ICON - People\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Leverage TMC\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Leverage TMC\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Gray Dawes Travel are closely monitoring airline capacity, fare movements, and disruption trends in real time. Use this insight to guide booking strategies and traveller communications.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_3\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#efefef\" custom_padding=\"2%|2%|2%|2%|true|true\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_icon font_icon=\"\uf058||fa||400\" admin_label=\"ICON - Tick\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Review Travel\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Review Travel\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> This is an opportunity to reassess the value of each trip. Hybrid working has already reshaped travel demand, now is the time to prioritise high-impact journeys and consider virtual alternatives where appropriate.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Divider\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_margin=\"2%||0%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider divider_position=\"center\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"1_2,1_2\" make_equal=\"on\" admin_label=\"ROW - Advice for Traveller\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_margin=\"1%||1%||true|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"1_2\" module_class=\"bg-image-column\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_image=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Man-Working-in-Airport-WEB.jpg\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider show_divider=\"off\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_2\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Advice for Traveller\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"1%||1%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Advice for Traveller\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" ul_font=\"||||||||\" custom_margin=\"5%||1%||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Business travellers themselves will benefit from adapting to the new environment.<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=\"#looking-ahead\" button_text=\"Looking Ahead\" admin_label=\"BUTTON - Looking Ahead\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=\"ROW - Divider\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" max_width=\"1280px\" custom_margin=\"1%||||false|false\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider divider_position=\"center\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" admin_label=\"SECTION - Conclusion\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(91,140,177,0.61) 0%|rgba(91,140,177,0.61) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Octaviade-Frias-Vista-WEB.jpg\" custom_padding=\"10vh||10vh||true|false\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"1_5,3_5,1_5\" admin_label=\"ROW - Conclusion\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" width_tablet=\"80%\" width_phone=\"80%\" width_last_edited=\"on|phone\" max_width=\"100vw\" max_width_tablet=\"1300px\" max_width_phone=\"1300px\" max_width_last_edited=\"on|tablet\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"1_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"rgba(0,0,0,0.83)\" custom_padding=\"4%|8%|4%|8%|true|true\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"HEADER - Conclusion\" module_id=\"looking-ahead\" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"default\" header_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" header_2_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" custom_margin=\"5%||5%||false|false\" custom_margin_tablet=\"5%||5%||false|false\" custom_margin_phone=\"5%||10%||false|false\" custom_margin_last_edited=\"on|phone\" header_2_font_size_tablet=\"\" header_2_font_size_phone=\"27px\" header_2_font_size_last_edited=\"on|phone\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"BODY - Conclusion \" _builder_version=\"4.27.6\" _module_preset=\"_initial\" text_text_color=\"#FFFFFF\" custom_margin=\"2%||5%||false|false\" header_2_font_size_tablet=\"\" header_2_font_size_phone=\"35px\" header_2_font_size_last_edited=\"on|phone\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p> Rising fuel costs are not just an airline issue, they are a systemic challenge affecting every part of the travel ecosystem. For business travel professionals, this is a moment to lean into strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and proactive communication.<\/strong><\/p> While the current environment is complex, it also reinforces the value of a well-managed travel programme, supported by a close partnership with your TMC. 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Cookies<\/b><\/a><\/p>DE OORZAAK VAN HET PROBLEEM<\/h2>\n
Verstoring van de brandstoftoevoer<\/h4>\n
Hoe luchtvaartmaatschappijen reageren<\/h2>\n
1) Beperkte prijsstijgingen<\/h4>\n
2) Beperkte capaciteitsverlagingen<\/h4>\n
3) Aanpassing van vliegroutes<\/h4>\n
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Wat betekend dit voor zakenreizen?
En wat klopt er eigenlijk van alle media-aandacht?<\/h2>\nDe werkelijkheid rondom brandstoftekorten<\/h3>\n
Schommelende reisbudgetten<\/h3>\n
Beperkte verstoringen<\/h3>\n
Hoe organisaties zich kunnen voorbereiden<\/h2>\n
Herbekijk budgetten en communiceer tijdig<\/h3>\n
Boek eerder, maar blijf flexibel<\/h3>\n
Spreid risico\u2019s over meerdere luchtvaartmaatschappijen en routes<\/h3>\n
Versterk naleving van reisbeleid<\/h3>\n
Maak gebruik van TMC-expertise<\/h3>\n
Evalueer de noodzaak van iedere reis<\/h3>\n
ADVIES VOOR ZAKENREIZIGERS<\/h3>\n
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THE ROOT CAUSE<\/h2>
Fuel Supply Disruption<\/h4>
What Airlines are Doing<\/h2>
1) Limited Fare Increases<\/h4>
2) Low Level Capacity Cuts<\/h4>
3) Restructuring Routes<\/h4>
4) Accelerating Fleet Efficiency<\/h4>
What This Means for Business Travel
and the Reality Behind the Media Hype<\/h2>Fuel Reality<\/h3>
\"UK airlines are operating normally and fuel supplies remain stable with good visibility. To be clear, no flights are being cancelled due to fuel shortages and reports to this effect are incorrect.\"<\/p>Budget Volatility<\/h3>
Low Disruption<\/h3>
[Cirium data]<\/p>Practical Guidance for Travel Managers and Bookers<\/h2>
Reforecast & Communicate Early<\/h3>
Book Earlier, But Smarter<\/h3>
Diversify Carriers & Routes<\/h3>
Strengthen Policy Compliance<\/h3>
Leverage TMC Expertise<\/h3>
Review Travel Necessity<\/h3>
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