The new trajectory of business travel – and what it means for corporate mobility

After years of uncertainty and fluctuating demand, global business travel spending has fully recovered. In 2024, by very conservative estimates, global spending on business travel reached $1.48 trillion – finally surpassing pre-pandemic levels. With economies continuing to stabilise and businesses keeping their international expansion, this upward trend is set to continue – with forecasts pointing to a further 10 per cent growth in 2025.

This resurgence in business travel isn’t just about returning to old habits. It’s a sign that companies are investing again in face-to-face connections, international partnerships, and on-the-ground engagement. But with this return comes a renewed focus on how to manage travel more responsibly and cost-effectively.

New business needs are shaping emerging trends and opening up new opportunities for both companies and corporate mobility providers. The rapid growth in demand for ride-hailing, along with factors such as rising fuel prices and a shift in commuting habits, is setting a new course for the entire industry. That’s where Bolt Business comes in.

Whether your team is travelling within cities or across borders, Bolt Business provides a streamlined solution for managing ground transportation and meal services – all from a single platform.

Exclusively for readers of MaltaCEOs, Bolt Business is offering a promo code: BBMTCEO. Use this code when registering to get 50 per cent off your first 25 rides. See how we’re helping companies navigate the new era of business travel.

One platform, all your mobility needs

From ride-hailing and car rentals to e-scooters and meal solutions, Bolt Business brings together everything you need to keep your teams moving. With a wide range of vehicle options – from budget-friendly to premium – and the ability to integrate food delivery and ride coupons, we offer a truly comprehensive mobility solution for modern businesses.

Save time and money with simplified expensing

Managing travel expenses has long been a headache for finance teams and employees alike. Endless receipts, manual reporting, and unclear policies slow down operations and inflate costs. Bolt Business takes the hassle out of it by offering automated solutions that streamline both travel and food expenses.

With everything processed automatically and linked to your company account, there’s no need for employees to pay upfront or worry about submitting claims. It’s a win-win: employees can focus on the job at hand, while your business saves both time and money.

Take control of your team’s spending

With business travel volumes on the rise, cost control has never been more important. Bolt Business gives companies full visibility over their travel budgets, helping to keep spending in check without sacrificing convenience or service quality.

Through our platform, you can set specific rules and limits for individuals or teams — from how much they can spend to when and where they can book services. This helps you ensure compliance with your travel policies, avoid overspending, and confidently manage costs.

Prioritise safety at every step

Employee safety is non-negotiable. Whether it’s a late-night airport transfer or a cross-city ride to a new destination, Bolt Business puts safety first.

All rides booked through our platform are insured, and our app includes safety features such as live route sharing and an emergency assistance button. With these safeguards, you can be confident that your team is safe – wherever business takes them.

Simplify billing and invoicing

Forget the days of chasing receipts or juggling payment methods. Bolt Business offers a straightforward, centralised invoicing solution designed with your finance team in mind. Choose from a variety of payment options, enjoy hassle-free billing, and eliminate the need for manual invoice forwarding. It’s just one more way we help you cut down on admin and keep things moving.

Global coverage you can rely on

With more than 3 million drivers across 50+ countries, Bolt Business delivers dependable service around the clock. Whether your team needs an urgent ride in the early hours or a pre-booked airport pickup with flight tracking, we’ve got you covered. Our scale and reach make it easy to support teams across regions – without compromising on quality or reliability.

Book rides for anyone – even without the app

Need to arrange transport for a visiting client or a team member without a smartphone? No problem. With Ride Booker, you can arrange trips for the team, partners, and clients with real-time notifications and updates, and they won’t even need to install the app. It’s a flexible solution that ensures everyone gets where they need to be – smoothly and on time.

As global business travel continues its upward trajectory in 2025, now is the time to rethink how your company manages its mobility. Bolt Business is here to help you stay ahead – with smarter tools, greater control, and a better experience for your teams.

For more information, contact Andrea Attard, Country Sales Manager – Malta & Cyprus.

Terms & Conditions

Use the promo code MTCEO when signing up for Bolt Business at https://get.business.bolt.eu/MTCEO to unlock a 50 per cent discount off your company’s first 25 rides.

Discount is non-transferable and valid for Bolt Business rides only. Discount is not valid for scheduled rides, Bolt Drive, Delivery or Rentals.

Promo code is valid until 31/12/25 for a travel period of one month after activation. Bolt reserves the right to withdraw at any time.

The discount may not be applied to all users. Please have users verify that the discount is visible in their Bolt app before they take a ride. Otherwise contact support immediately. Bolt will not refund any non-discounted rides

If you don’t see the discount in the App when requesting the order, contact support immediately. Bolt will not refund any non discounted rides.

The maximum discount for all rides in total is €300

Bolt Business accounts created before 09/04/25 are not eligible.

The promo code can only be used for rides in Malta.

The discount code may be cancelled if fraudulent activity or material breach of agreement associated with your use of Bolt is suspected.