Breakout | Beyond the Visa: Navigating the New Era of Cross-Border Business Travel
Tuesday March 17, 2026 11:45 - 12:15 CET Breakout session - Bergen 1
First Time / Start up Sponsor: Nomadic
Lecturers: Carsten Østberg, Mikkel WismannBeyond the Visa: Navigating the New Era of Cross-Border Business Travel
Cross‑border travel is entering a new era of heightened complexity, with next‑generation systems like EES and ETIAS set to reshape the landscape of short‑term immigration. As geopolitical and economic conditions evolve, and as enhanced border controls introduce new layers of risk, travel and mobility teams face growing pressure to safeguard employees effectively, all while navigating an increasingly intricate regulatory environment.
In this exploratory session, we’ll cut through the noise to spotlight the emerging challenges, global trends and regional shifts that are redefining the future of business travel. We’ll also explore where hidden vulnerabilities may lie within travel programmes and how rising risks are reshaping expectations around duty of care.
Attendees will gain a clear understanding of new and upcoming cross‑border regulations poised to impact both travellers and mobility programmes alike. We’ll spotlight practical, actionable strategies to reduce compliance and operational risk, while showcasing how technology, data and expert collaboration can transform travel planning into a smoother, smarter and more resilient process.
A ‘must‑attend’ for mobility, travel and HR leaders, this session delivers the insight organisations need to stay ahead, strengthen duty of care and empower employees to move confidently in an increasingly regulated and risk‑sensitive world.
Lecturers
Carsten Østberg LecturerFirst Time / Start up Sponsor
CEO
Nomadic
Carsten Østberg CEO | Global Mobility & Compliance at Nomadic, is a leading expert in global mobility and cross-border compliance, advising multinational organisations on how to navigate an increasingly complex immigration landscape.
With extensive experience in international travel regulations, digital border systems and corporate compliance strategy, Carsten works at the intersection of policy, technology and business travel operations.
At NBTS26, together with Mikkel Wismann, he will explore how emerging frameworks such as EES and ETIAS are reshaping short-term business travel across Europe and beyond. Known for translating regulatory complexity into clear, actionable strategies,
Mikkel Wismann LecturerFirst Time / Start up Sponsor
Commercial Director
Nomadic
Mikkel S. Wismann is Commercial Director at Nomadic and one of the Nordic region’s leading experts on global mobility, immigration and cross-border business travel compliance.
With 10 years of experience working at the intersection of travel, immigration and workforce mobility, Mikkel advises multinational companies on how to navigate increasingly complex regulatory environments.
His work focuses on helping organizations transform immigration challenges into strategic advantages through smarter planning, stronger partnerships and technology-driven processes.
At NBTS26, Mikkel will address one of the most pressing issues facing business travel today. The rapid introduction of new digital border systems such as EES and ETIAS and their impact on short-term business travel and corporate travel programs.
In his session “Beyond the Visa – Navigating the New Era of Cross-Border Business Travel”, Mikkel will provide practical insights into emerging immigration controls, regional and global trends, and concrete strategies for reducing compliance risks while simplifying travel planning for both companies and travelers.
Mikkel is known for translating complex regulation into clear, actionable guidance and for bringing a strategic perspective that connects policy, technology and people.