Forum Business Travel: Visa Regulations are Becoming Stricter and more Digitized Around the World
The global recovery of corporate travel is accompanied by a profound change in entry requirements for many countries. According to a study by Riskline, visa and entry regulations are becoming more complex, forcing companies to strengthen their planning and control of international travel. Forecasts from the Global Business Travel Association indicate that global business travel spending will […]
Security on Screen: Travel Smarter and Safer for the FIFA World Cup 2026
With 16 host cities and millions of expected visitors, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest tournament in history. Taking place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, the event will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico for the first time. To assist travelers and organizations in preparation, Safeture, a […]
Riskline: Iran War Disruptions Trigger Global Fuel Shortages, Threatening Travel Across Asia-Pacific
The ongoing war involving Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz are causing severe disruptions to global fuel supplies, threatening travel across Asia-Pacific (APAC) and creating ripple effects worldwide. In response, governments across Asia are taking action. Japan has relaxed coal regulations, Vietnam has suspended a green tax to reduce fuel costs, and […]
Travel News: Concerns About Holidays in Egypt
Since Israel and the United States launched attacks on Iran on February 28, 2026, the Middle East has been engulfed in conflict. The escalating situation is unsettling many travelers planning holidays in the region, including those intending to visit Egypt, a country neighboring Israel. Is a trip to the Red Sea currently safe, or would […]
ITIJ: Election Year 2026 May Bring Travel Security Risks
A new report highlights 2026 elections worldwide that could disrupt travel and heighten security risks Political developments linked to elections can quickly alter security conditions and disrupt travel. In 2026, major elections are scheduled in 15 countries across five continents, several of them in politically sensitive environments. To help organisations and travellers assess potential impacts, […]
Travel Daily Media: ‘Election Informer 2026’ for Travel Safety
Safeture, in collaboration with Riskline, has launched the “Election Informer 2026” report to help organisations and travellers navigate potential risks associated with significant elections in 15 countries across five continents. The report aims to provide insights into political contexts, risk assessments, and travel impacts, supporting safer travel planning and risk preparedness. The report covers elections in […]
Global Travel Media: Female Solo Travel Booms as 29 Nations Flag Safety Risks
Somewhere in the departure lounge of almost every airport these days sits a familiar figure. Laptop open. Passport ready. A single carry-on bag at her feet. She’s travelling alone, and she’s hardly unusual anymore. Female solo travel, once a niche corner of the tourism world, has quietly become one of its most powerful growth stories. […]
Security on Screen: Safeture and Riskline on Escalation in the Middle East
Safeture and Riskline analysts are monitoring developments in real time as the conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States escalates across the region. On February 28, coordinated strikes between the United States, Israel, and Iran triggered a major regional escalation affecting security, aviation, and infrastructure across the Middle East. Within hours: Missile and drone […]
BTN Europe: BCD Travel Partners with Riskline to Enhance Security Alerts
Travel management company BCD Travel has announced a new partnership with risk intelligence specialist Riskline to provide enhanced security alerts for clients. In a statement, the two companies said the deal would provide travel and security managers, as well as their business travellers, with “timely, trusted insights when they need it most” through a unified […]
Travel Daily Media: BCD Travel Partners with Riskline for Advanced Risk Management
BCD Travel and Riskline have announced a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionising travel risk management. This collaboration combines BCD’s travel management technology with Riskline’s AI-driven risk intelligence, offering a comprehensive solution for travel and security managers. According to a December 2025 survey by BCD, 50% of travel buyers reported incidents requiring travel risk management activation, […]
BTN: New World Disorder
Geopolitics is destabilizing corporate travel. Buyers will need to respond. In 2025, air tickets booked worldwide by the Copenhagen-based travel purchasing consortium TravelpoolEurope on behalf of its 35 corporate members rose 9 percent year over year. But bookings to the U.S. fell 20 percent. Across the Atlantic, Canadian applications for the Nexus trusted traveler program […]
PA Life: Safety at Winter Olympics Milano‑Cortina 2026
With the 2026 Milano‑Cortina Winter Olympics (6-22 February) just around the corner, organisations are preparing to travel across Northern Italy for what promises to be a high-profile international event… As with any large-scale global sporting event, the Games will bring increased travel volumes, crowded venues and heightened security measures. The overall security environment is best characterised as moderate-to-high risk, […]
BTN: Travelogix Partners with Riskline to Boost Duty of Care Offering
Travel reporting specialist Travelogix is integrating data from travel risk intelligence company Riskline to enhance its duty of care support for its travel management company customers. The company’s duty of care tool Geo will now include Riskline’s real-time data to provide “significantly more precise” incident mapping and will enable Travelogix to scale and develop new […]
Riskline and WorkFlex: Strengthening Travel Safety Worldwide
We’re excited to announce a new collaboration between Riskline and WorkFlex. This partnership brings an additional, high-impact layer of safety to organisations with travelling employees, whether on short business trips, work-from-anywhere arrangements or global expat assignments. WorkFlex’s clients now have access to Riskline’s real-time alerts and destination safety overviews, providing human-verified risk intelligence on global […]
Touristica International: Q&A for Diego Maloney
What do you think will be the main security-related issues for those travelling to the 2026 World Cup? I expect travellers to face a few security-related issues at the World Cup. Petty theft, especially in Mexico’s host cities, remains the main risk for visitors. We advise all travellers to keep valuables secure, particularly in crowded […]
ITIJ: COP30 Puts Climate-driven Travel Risk Firmly on Insurers’ Agendas
In the wake of the United Nations’ climate conference, travel insurers face mounting pressure to recalibrate risk models as climate volatility reshapes global mobility and traveller safety The COP30 climate summit in Brazil closed with a clear message for the travel insurance sector: climate change is already disrupting global mobility, and risk managers must adapt […]
Travel Daily News: Riskline and Travelogix partner to enhance duty of care as business travel rebounds
Riskline has announced a new partnership with UK-based Travelogix to strengthen Geo, the travel data company’s duty of care platform for Travel Management Companies (TMCs), as global business travel continues its sharp recovery. Riskline, a global travel risk intelligence provider, processes more than 100,000 data sources to deliver real-time risk assessments worldwide. Its data will now be integrated into […]
ITIJ: Global travel predictions for 2026
Moving into 2026, travellers remain eager to pack their suitcases, with younger generations helping to drive new travel patterns and preferences. Meanwhile, the global travel landscape is evolving against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty, rising costs, and climate pressures. These factors are increasingly influencing where people go and how they plan their trips, giving rise […]
Canadian SME: Innovating Travel Safety for Modern SMBs
In this exclusive CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interview, Suzanne Sangiovese, CEO of Riskline and Vice-Chair of the GBTA Europe Risk Committee, shares how real-time intelligence and technology are transforming the safety and well-being of business travellers. Drawing on over a decade of industry experience and a deep commitment to traveller security, Suzanne explains how Riskline […]
Travel Daily Media: Gen Z Business Travel Trends 2026: Risks, Sustainability and Flexibility
96 percent of Gen Z business travellers would refuse a trip that does not meet their expectations Gen Z out there are looking to have fun along with doing some proactive work when travelling for business. They generally prefer to do their own booking and sustainable options while flying or staying influence their decisions. They expect […]
Voyage d’Affaires: Riskline and Safeture’s 2026 Risk Map
Safeture and Riskline have just published their new risk map to identify the most dangerous destinations for business travellers. Identifying danger without creating a climate of anxiety: this is the objective announced by Safeture and Riskline with this risk map. Jonas Brorson, Marketing Director at Safeture, explains: ” Risk awareness should not be about instilling fear, […]
PR Newswire: New Risk Map 2026 Reveals the World’s Most Dangerous Destinations — and the Safest Cities
Where are global risk levels increasing? Which countries face fragile healthcare systems? And which cities present the biggest challenges for business travelers? These are some of the questions addressed in the yearly Risk Map, released today by Safeture, a global leader in people risk management technology, and intelligence expert company Riskline. The map utilizes a […]
Travel2latam: The rise of anti-tourism: causes, impacts and what the future holds for travelers and destinations
Suzanne Sangiovese, CEO of Riskline, discusses the growing hostility towards tourists in certain parts of the world and what travellers can do to remain respectful In recent months, we have seen protests and rejection of tourism in different destinations. What is driving this growing discontent among local communities? Anti-tourism sentiment stems from the negative effects […]
news.com.au: ‘Nowhere is safe’ – Nation Aussies must avoid as govt issues dramatic Afghanistan warning
The Australian government has issued a dramatic warning about travel to Afghanistan, urging would-be tourists to “understand that you could die”. “Nowhere in Afghanistan is safe – even the capital,” it continued. “Australians have been kidnapped, arbitrarily detained and targeted by terrorist attacks in Afghanistan”. The advisory service warned against booking a tourist trip to […]
The Standard: Caught up in a natural disaster
You’re on the trip of a lifetime, relaxing on the beach in Southeast Asia, when the unthinkable happens – a tsunami warning. Around the world, tsunamis, wildfires, floods and typhoons are being reported with greater frequency by Riskline, a travel risk intelligence company that provides data to travel insurance companies. Wildfire alerts grew 84 per cent to 633 alerts […]
Travel and Tour World: Australia Faces Overtourism Threat
Australia is facing an overtourism threat as popular hotspots like Sydney and Melbourne attract the majority of visitors. However, there’s growing concern that these iconic destinations could soon reach their tipping point. As more tourists flock to the same familiar places, it becomes clear that the solution lies in shifting focus beyond Sydney, Melbourne, and other well-known spots. Instead, Australia must turn […]
news.com.au: The Threat of ‘Overtourism’ Across the World
Popular holiday destinations across the world are facing the complex and challenging task of balancing economic reliance on visitors with the pressures of mass tourism. In efforts to make tourism more sustainable, there have been new taxes and fees introduced, caps put on visitor numbers, and bans on new hotels and short-term rentals. Tensions are […]
Cardiff Times: Europe’s Unexpected Storm Season
Flying has always meant dealing with the elements. But the elements are shifting. For paragliders and paramotorists, this means a renewed focus on safety, preflight planning, and real-time alerts,” writes Eeva Ruuska, Americas Operations Manager at Riskline For pilots chasing the perfect thermal or smooth morning glide, the weather has always been both partner and adversary. […]
Arabian Business magazine: How Middle Eastern Carriers and Partners are Protecting the Region’s Role as a Global Crossroads
In the old world of business travel, risk management was an afterthought – a discreet line item handled in the back office. The priority was simple: get there, complete the work, return home. Disruptions were unusual and typically dramatic, such as political crises, terrorist incidents, or volcanic ash clouds. That world has changed. Today, disruption […]
wmn: These 4 African Countries Are Now Considered Safe
Many people still associate Africa with conflict and instability. Yet the latest Risk Map from Safeture and Riskline shows that this perception is outdated. The map evaluates countries worldwide based on factors such as political stability, crime rates, medical care and environmental risks. The scale ranges from red for high risks to dark green for […]
The Informed Traveler: The Rise of Anti-Tourism
In this episode of The Informed Traveller, the host, Randy Sharman, speaks with Paul Mutter, our Global Coverage Manager, about the growing anti-tourism movement in Europe. Paul explains why cities such as Barcelona, Zakynthos and other popular destinations are seeing resident backlash due to overcrowding, rising housing costs and pressure on infrastructure. He highlights the […]
news.com.au: Sad and Complex Reason Europeans are Telling Tourists To Go Home
Furious European locals in Spain, Italy and Portugal, fed up with tourists in their cities, have taken to the streets with water guns, smoke bombs, flares and megaphones as part of a huge protest day against mass tourism in southern Europe. Most of us associate tourism with a good time, but our desire to visit […]
news.com.au: Aussie Influencer Slammed over Holiday to Afghanistan
An Australian influencer has hit back after being accused of taking money from the Taliban to promote Afghanistan – a claim she says is “categorically untrue” and “hurtful” Chloe Baradinsky, 30, who gained fame after leaving a career in property finance to pursue content creation, has been the subject of online scrutiny after she travelled […]
ITIJ: Interview with Suzanne Sangiovese, CEO of Riskline
Suzanne Sangiovese, CEO of Riskline, speaks to ITIJ about travel risk management, the biggest issues currently affecting travellers, and her vision for the future of the business What are your key responsibilities as CEO of Riskline, and are there any projects or initiatives in this role that you’re particularly excited about? As CEO of Riskline, […]
ISJ: Navigating Emerging Travel Security Threats
International Security Journal hears exclusively from Eeva Ruuska, Americas Operations Manager at Riskline about the global security travel threats. What emerging travel security threats are you most focused on right now? Global travel is facing an era of heightened risk, with multiple threats converging simultaneously. Escalating geopolitical tensions, including the Israel-Hamas conflict and rising India-Pakistan strains, are disrupting […]
In the News: Wildfires Are One of the Fastest-Growing Risks for Global Business Travellers
Wildfires are emerging as one of the fastest-growing risks for global business travellers, with new data showing a dramatic surge in alerts in the first half of 2025. According to World Travel Protection, in collaboration with intelligence provider Riskline, the number of wildfire alerts in the first six months of 2025 was almost four times […]
In the News: Suzanne Sangiovese on Turning Risk into a Travel Enabler
In a world where global events ripple across borders in real time, travel is more exposed than ever to disruption. From geopolitical instability to cyberattacks, risks are becoming more complex, interconnected, and fast-moving. Travel News spoke with Suzanne Sangiovese, CEO of Riskline, at Business Travel Show in London about how companies and individuals can navigate […]
In the News: How Foreign Policy Risks Are Impacting Global Tourism
As borders tighten and global dynamics shift, alliances between countries can change rapidly, putting travellers at risk of getting caught in diplomatic crossfire, according to a recent analysis by Riskline. Travel disruptions are normally associated with visible events like winter storms, air traffic control failures or drone activity near airports. However, many disruptions begin long […]
In the News: Risk Intelligence Positioned as Key to the Future of Corporate Travel
In a global context marked by constant disruptions, travel companies are adopting solutions that allow them to anticipate critical events. Riskline highlights that this technology will become an essential component of their service offerings The corporate travel industry is undergoing a process of evolution driven by new demands. In 2024, 78% of business travelers experienced […]
In the News: Concur Request Integrates Travel Search API by Riskline
Originally published on the SAP Concur blog and reshared with permission SAP Concur is rolling out Concur Request enhancements that are now available to help with trip planning. First, a new budget authorization capability revolutionizes the way employees and managers use travel and expense budgets. This feature makes it possible to ask for budget that […]
In the News: How AI is Transforming Travel Safety for Real People
By Suzanne Sangiovese For decades, travel risk management focused on the map, flagging “high-risk” destinations based on war zones, civil unrest or health crises. But the map doesn’t tell the whole story. Risk isn’t just about where you go; it’s also about who you are. Most traditional travel risk models are built around a generic […]
In the News: Safeture and Riskline Launch Wildfire Safety Guide for Travelers
Wildfires are no longer isolated events. Once seen as regional disasters, they have now become a global issue, significantly affecting travel and creating serious health and safety concerns for millions worldwide. From the Mediterranean to the Americas, fires are increasingly impacting popular travel spots-often without warning. New Report: Wildfire Informer 2025 To address this rising […]
In the News: LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Map 2025
Riskline has published its 2025 LGBTQ+ Risk Map, spotlighting the safest destinations and those where LGBTQ+ travellers face elevated risks. The annual report draws on a global analysis of legal, political, and social developments affecting LGBTQ+ communities. This year’s findings reflect a mixed global landscape: while some countries have made notable progress in advancing LGBTQ+ […]
In the News: Updated Risk Maps 2025 Now Available for Download from Safeture and Riskline
The technology provider Safeture is now offering the updated Risk Maps 2025 for all continents free of charge. Powered by Riskline’s intelligence, they provide travellers and companies with a solid foundation for assessing risks related to international travel. Countries are colour-coded from dark green (low risk) to red (critical risk), enabling a quick overview at […]
In the News: ITL World Partners with Riskline to Navigate Travel Disruptions Amid GCC Tourism Surge
Riskline’s AI-powered, real-time travel alerts are now integrated into ITL World’s offering, as disruptions become increasingly common. Global travel intelligence company, Riskline, has today announced a new partnership with ITL World, a leading travel management company in the GCC region. The collaboration will enable ITL World to provide timely, destination-specific travel alerts to their customers, […]
In the News: A3M Expands Country Information with Riskline’s AI-Powered Advisories
A3M Global Monitoring, a provider of travel security and risk management solutions, is integrating Riskline’s real-time travel advisories into its established Country Information product. This enhancement marks a strategic step in equipping corporate clients and business travellers with deeper, timely insights in an increasingly volatile world. A3M’s Country Information already offers detailed, structured risk assessments […]
In the News: Q&A with Suzanne Sangiovese on Travelling Solo as a Woman
Our CEO, Suzanne Sangiovese, shares key insights on solo female travel with Touristica International First of all, could you tell us about female solo travel and why it is growing in popularity? Solo female travel goes beyond discovering new destinations; it’s an empowering opportunity to disconnect, recharge and reconnect with oneself. It allows women to […]
In the News: Storm Warning – How Climate Change Is Redrawing the World’s Weather Map
“From blistering heatwaves to torrential floods and gale-force winds, the planet’s weather patterns are becoming increasingly unpredictable and more dangerous. As climate change accelerates, extreme weather events are intensifying in frequency and ferocity, with sobering implications for both lives and livelihoods around the world,” writes Eeva Ruuska, Americas Operations Manager at Riskline The science is unequivocal: […]
In the News: Budapest Pride 2025 – Heightened Risks Amid Political Crackdown
“For Canadians travelling to Budapest or other Pride destinations this summer, preparation goes beyond booking hotels and event tickets. It means understanding the legal context, managing risk, and navigating a rapidly shifting political landscape,” writes Farhan Rafi, Travel Intelligence Analyst at Riskline. Canadian travellers attending Budapest Pride this June should prepare for increased safety, legal, […]
In the News: A Risk Analyst’s Guide to Navigating US Travel and Immigration Policies
Riskline’s Paul Mutter assesses the impact of increased immigration scrutiny and trade tariffs on business travel to the United States The return of Donald Trump as President of the United States has brought greater scrutiny upon travellers visiting the country and a raft of fluctuating trade tariffs that are affecting appetite for travel. Paul Mutter, […]