Keynote Session 4: What does it take to future-proof travel for a global organization?

Tuesday March 17, 2026 09:15 - 09:45 CET Main stage | Grand Container

Dinner & Award Sponsor: Scania Group

Key-note speaker: Mia Andersson

What does it take to future-proof travel for a global organization?

Discover how Scania revolutionized its travel program by shifting from a decentralised, outdated approach to a dynamic, future-ready platform. Led by Mia Andersson and her team, honoured as the European Travel Team of the Year 2025, this transformation placed traveller experience at the heart of every decision, building a new ecosystem in collaboration with innovative suppliers and cutting-edge technologies. This prestigious award not only recognizes the team’s achievements but also underscores the impact of strategic travel management in delivering significant efficiencies, measurable cost savings, and a travel program that adapts seamlessly to Scania’s evolving business needs.

Practical takeaways for attendees:

Proven strategies for transforming a decentralized travel program into a unified, future-proof platform
Insights on placing traveller needs at the centre of travel management decisions
Examples of leveraging supplier partnerships and new technologies to drive efficiency and savings
Actionable steps to elevate travel management’s profile and impact within your organization
Guidance on adapting travel programs to meet shifting business requirements

Join this session to learn how strategic travel management can elevate employee satisfaction, drive organizational value, and position travel

Lecturers

Mia Andersson Key-note speaker

Head of Global Travel Management at Scania Group
Scania

Mia Andersson is an experienced leader in global travel management, known for driving transformation and building high-performing teams.

As Head of Global Travel Management at Scania, Mia has led the company’s travel program to new heights, earning the European Travel Team of the Year award in 2025 for innovation and excellence. With over 20 years of industry experience, Mia is recognized for her strategic vision, stakeholder engagement, and ability to deliver results in complex, global environments.

Her passion for advancing the travel industry led her to serve as chair of SBTA (2017-2021) and as a member of the GBTA EMEA Advisory Board (2016-2020), where she actively championed positive change and industry progress.

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