Issue 10 | October 2025

Welcome to this month’s newsletter!

It’s been a busy time across both business travel and events – from award wins and smarter travel policies to exciting new venue openings. Here’s a look at what’s new, noteworthy, and helping shape smarter meetings and travel experiences.

 

Triple Win at The Business Travel People Awards

The great and the good of corporate travel came together on 30th September to celebrate the industry’s brightest talent – and Team Inntel certainly shone brightly! We were finalists in five categories and proudly took home Account Management Team of the Year and Travel Technology Innovator (Team), while also being Highly Commended for Sustainability Team of the Year. It’s a fantastic recognition of our people’s expertise, innovation, and commitment to excellence. Find out more about our latest award wins at the link below.

Awards – Inntel

 


 

Business Travel News & Updates

 

CrossCountry Trains Announces December Timetable Enhancements

CrossCountry will introduce timetable changes from 14 December as part of the rail industry’s twice-yearly review.

CrossCountry confirms December 2025 timetable changes

 


 

 

LNER Introduces Major December Timetable Upgrade

LNER will roll out its biggest timetable change in over a decade this December, adding nearly 10,000 extra services a year and a new fast hourly link between Edinburgh and London.

Times are Changing on the East Coast as LNER Gears Up for Timetable Transformation | LNER

 


 

Avanti West Coast Expands Services in December Timetable

Avanti West Coast’s December timetable brings 86 extra weekly trains and over 38,000 additional seats, boosting routes between Liverpool, Birmingham, Manchester and London.

Avanti West Coast introduces more services in new timetable | Avanti West Coast News

 


 

Air Canada Expands Summer 2026 Schedule with New European Routes

Air Canada has announced new flights from Montréal to Catania in Sicily and Palma de Mallorca in Spain. The airline has also reinstated its non-stop service to Budapest and increased flights to Prague, now operating four times a week.

Air Canada expands its network

 


 

Leonardo Hotels Unveils The Posthouse Berlin

Leonardo Hotels has reopened the former Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz as The Posthouse Berlin – Leonardo Limited Edition. The newly rebranded property features 256 elegant rooms and suites, blending historic charm with contemporary design and comfort.

The Posthouse Berlin Potsdamer Platz | Leonardo Limited Edition

 


 

 

Smart Policy, Big Savings

Discover how we helped one of the UK’s largest facilities management companies achieve nearly £300,000 in travel savings in just eight weeks in this case study. Through collaborative policy design, data-driven insights, and strengthened compliance, we delivered tangible results without compromising traveller experience.

Driving Smarter Travel Policy: £290k Saved in 8 Weeks – Inntel

 


 

Meetings & Events Insights

 

 

New Private Hire Venue in the Heart of London’s Business District

Purpose-built for high-impact corporate events, Landing Canary Wharf combines architectural elegance, panoramic dockside views and seamless city connectivity. With capacity for up to 450 guests and design-led interiors by Jun Aoki, it’s a sophisticated setting for leadership summits, brand launches and private dinners alike – blending refined hospitality with precision and style.

Landing Canary Wharf – Homepage

 


 

 

Productive Team Meeting in Oxford

Members of the Inntel team recently visited The Oxford Belfry, a venue that perfectly balances heritage and modern functionality. Its contemporary meeting spaces offer flexibility and natural light, creating an inspiring environment for collaboration and connection. Whether you’re planning a team workshop, client meeting or corporate away day, The Belfry Oxford delivers an exceptional experience – professional, comfortable and full of character.

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa | 4 Star Hotel in Oxfordshire

 


 

 

Discover Inntel’s Business Traveller’s City Guides

Plan smarter with our Business Traveller’s City Guide series – your go-to resource for tips, insights and local highlights across the UK and Europe. From Belfast to Madrid, find everything you need for stress-free business travel.

Read Inntel’s Business Traveller’s City Guides