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Sabre and BCD Travel announce landmark technology partnership focused on growth, innovation and evolution of corporate travel

Expanded agreement anticipates meaningful growth in GDS bookings through Sabre

Two like-minded companies dedicated to co-investment and collaboration of innovative solutions that will seek to accelerate the technology-driven evolution of the industry

SOUTHLAKE, Texas – Oct. 31, 2022 –   Sabre Corporation  [NASDAQ: SABR] and BCD Travel today announced a long-term, multi-faceted strategic partnership that is expected to drive meaningful growth and advancement for both companies and across the travel ecosystem.

Under the newly expanded and long-term technology agreement, BCD Travel expects to increase its booking levels with Sabre. Additionally, the two companies will jointly invest and collaborate on new and advanced solutions that will help accelerate the technology-driven evolution underway across the corporate travel ecosystem.

“BCD Travel is a long-time, valued Sabre partner. Over the years, we’ve tackled industry challenges, innovated and grown together. Today, we take another important step in our partnership as we mutually commit to advancing the future of the travel,” said Kurt Ekert, president of Sabre. “This agreement demonstrates our continuing commitment to helping BCD achieve its objectives to differentiate its offerings, improve operational efficiency and grow. Whether that takes the form of providing solutions, or enabling solutions, we will continue to build and sustain the value-added relationship we’ve enjoyed with BCD for so many years.”

The partnership will see the two industry leaders focus on creative solutions for managing growing complexities and evolving customer expectations as well as transforming the impacts of technology and marketplace dynamics into opportunities. Sabre will continue to utilize its technical expertise, innovative energies and corporate stability to help enable BCD’s success globally.

“This agreement is in line with our strategy to improve our agility, flexibility and responsiveness in a shifting environment,” said BCD Travel President and CEO John Snyder. “By extending our long-standing partnership with Sabre, we’ll streamline our distribution technology footprint and simplify our operational, technical and future development infrastructure, allowing us to move more rapidly on our clients’ behalf as we innovate, anticipate and adjust to emerging market opportunities. As we focus on post-Covid travel complexities and engage on deeper technology collaboration and joint development areas, we will enhance our speed to market with functionalities to improve travelers’ planning and booking experience including bringing NDC to life.”

As BCD and Sabre extend and deepen their existing relationship, both companies are expected to benefit as Sabre pursues its ambitious goals of:

• Accomplishing its tech transformation with cloud migration, microservice enabled architecture, and use of the latest smart technologies and digital innovations like AI and ML for a future-ready environment both Sabre and BCD can utilize.
• Continuing to champion balanced supplier distribution economics on behalf of travel industry constituents for the content access our customers need.
• Delivering premium retailing, distribution and fulfillment capabilities, including NDC-enabled solutions, across the value chain.

About Sabre Corporation

Sabre Corporation is a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, serving a wide range of travel companies including airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other suppliers. The company provides retailing, distribution and fulfilment solutions that help its customers operate more efficiently, drive revenue and offer personalized traveler experiences. Through its leading travel marketplace, Sabre connects travel suppliers with buyers from around the globe. Sabre’s technology platform manages more than $260B worth of global travel spend annually. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the world. For more information visit  www.sabre.com .

About BCD Travel

BCD Travel helps companies travel smart and achieve more. We drive program adoption, cost savings and talent retention through digital experiences that simplify business travel. Our 13,000 dedicated team members service clients in 170+ countries as we shape a sustainable future for business travel. For more information, visit www.bcdtravel.com .

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TMC earns EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating for fourth year in a row.

UTRECHT, THE NETHERLAND – For the fourth consecutive year, BCD Travel has received a Platinum rating from  EcoVadis , provider of business sustainability ratings. With this Platinum rating, the travel management company (TMC) maintains its position in the top 1% of the 100,000+ companies assessed by EcoVadis. As part of the assessment, BCD has been rated as ‘Advanced’ in EcoVadis’ Carbon Action Module. The module is a comprehensive carbon management solution integrated with EcoVadis ratings to engage suppliers and drive decarbonization across the supply chain.

“BCD Travel has made impressive progress since their first assessment in 2011,” said Joseph Tremonti , customer success manager EMEA at EcoVadis. “Year after year, they strive to improve their performance and drive impact, establishing themselves as a global leader in sustainability. Their Platinum rating instills confidence in their clients that BCD is the right supplier to support their sustainability objectives.”

This independent recognition demonstrates the TMC’s commitment to climate, social and ethical accountability. Together with BCD’s alignment with global initiatives such as the UN Global Compact, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the CDP, the TMC reinforces its reputation as a sustainable supplier of choice.

“At BCD, sustainability is core to our vision, mission and values,” said Olivia Ruggles-Brise , BCD’s vice president of Sustainability. “In support of our vision, we’ve developed a new Sustainability Framework that expresses our commitment to use the power of our networks to drive a more sustainable world. Through this framework, we work with our company, our people, our business partners and our customers to influence sustainable change.”

One place of influence is TripSource, BCD’s traveler engagement and booking platform. For example, a new AI-driven accessibility widget in TripSource allows an even wider range of travelers to use the tool. The widget supports users with visual, auditory, physical and speech needs, ensuring a more inclusive workplace environment for all travelers. TripSource users can also see carbon emissions estimates for nearly all flights and filter hotels that have electric car charging stations, helping travelers make more sustainable decisions at the point of sale.

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Furthermore, BCD has a Supplier Code of Conduct that includes standards on ethical business practices, human rights, labor standards, privacy and environmental protection. The TMC expects suppliers to regard the Supplier Code as a total supply chain initiative and to adhere to these ethical principles.

“Sustainability is a journey that we’ve been on for many years, and we’re eager for others to join,” added Ruggles-Brise. “It requires a collective effort across the entire industry. Our clients, partners and people are constantly driving each other to push for better when building a sustainable future for business travel. Our focus is on taking action that prioritizes positive impact – and we invite all our stakeholders to help us with this objective.”

In 2024, BCD’s priorities include:

• Investment in the development of new products and services to enable a sustainable travel culture for customers.
• Implementation of a new supplier due diligence process.
• Expansion of social impact activities to maximize benefits to its people and communities.
• Further reduction of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions through energy efficiency and use of renewables.
• Define, measure and set targets for Scope 3 emissions (such as business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services).

In June, BCD published its 2023 Sustainability Report summarizing goals, activities, achievements and progress made in 2022. It also highlights BCD’s sustainability strategy, its commitment to the UN Global Compact, SDGs and SBTi and aligns with the Global Reporting Initiative standards.

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She has many years of both academic and industrial experience within the travel industry. She has written/edited numerous articles in various tourism magazines.

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• Divemaster Alex Lowe
• Last Updated: September 27, 2023

For scuba divers that fly with their gear often, a travel BCD is an absolutely essential part of your diving equipment.

Not all BCDs pack well, making it tricky to transport them to your next dive vacation.

While some divers choose to exclusively own a travel BCD, they make great secondary BCDs used only on vacation.

Regardless of whether this is going to be your only BCD or a backup, I wanted to make it easy for divers to identify which travel BCD is best for them.

As a PADI Divemaster based in Florida that’s travelled across the world to dive, all the way from Costa Rica, the Gili Islands in Indonesia, I’ve learned a thing or two about travel BCDs.

I compiled a list of all of the best travel BCDs on the market, and reviewed them on the following criteria:

• Size and dimensions
• Style of BCD
• Manufacturer reputation
• Weight system
• Lift capacity
• # of D Rings

Below, we’ll list our favorite lightweight travel BCDs, and then dive into individual reviews of each followed by a buying guide.

• Highly customisable design
• Very durable
• Ultra-lightweight
• Camera strap included
• Quite expensive

If you’re an experienced diver who dives mainly dives in caves and caverns or want to try something different then the perfect BCD pick for you would be the Dive Rite Travel-Pack. The big attraction of this BCD is that it is highly customizable so you can add and make it truly unique. 

This device features a metal backplate and wing, along with a fully adjustable diving harness structured by flexible webbing. It also has a 360-degree donut wing that inflates evenly and won’t tip you over on the surface.

What’s more, is that the shoulder straps can be easily adjusted to fit your size comfortably and are held still by a crotch strap.

A crotch strap represents an extra piece of webbing that prevents your equipment from riding up.

The dive-rite is a very streamlined BCD that puts buoyancy where it is needed to give you horizontal trim along the torso and mid-section by evenly distributing the weight of the tank. It’s one of the most lightweight BCDs on the market. Thus, you can carry it wherever you go smoothly. When it is dry it weighs under 5 lbs (2.3 kg).

Product Specs

• Style of BCD: Wing
• # of Pockets: 2
• Sizes: S-XXL
• Weight System: Integrated
• BCD Weight: 5lbs
• Lift Capacity: 30lbs

• Zeagle's lightest and most compact BCD
• 4 Stainless-steel D rings
• 24-lb lift capacity
• Quick-drying
• Can be quite small
• Pockets are in the back and out of reach to the diver

When it comes down to exceptional comfort, you can’t go wrong with the Zeagle Scout BCD. The device lays against your body and curves snugly, especially on the shoulders and hips. It’s a low-profile design and extra padding and a flexible backplate to keep you comfortable and streamlined in the water and on the surface. 

This makes your dive trips enjoyable and convenient. It features the traditional weight system, which is quite decent in terms of stability and security. The uniqueness of this BCD stems from its extra pockets, which keep your dive accessories such as scuba cameras within hands reach. It also has the option for waist and torso straps that can be adjusted. The cumberbund can be adjusted to three different positions for your comfort. 

Moreover, the jacket is designed to dry quickly, and it can be easily packed in the carrying tote in a couple of seconds. It is easy to open and can just pour or add water to the back to rinse it out after use. The quick disconnect mechanism where you can attach the first stage is easy to use as well.

• Style of BCD: Backplate
• # of Pockets: Two
• D Rings: Four
• Sizes: Medium-XXL
• BCD Weight: 6.7lbs
• Lift Capacity: 24lbs

• Right shoulder carabiner adjustable positioning system
• Generous soft pad
• Self-adjusting sternum strap
• Lightweight and can be folded for travel
• Weight system cannot hold too much weight
• The two D-rings are made of plastic

The Oceanic Biolite BCD is the perfect buoyancy device for those who love to dive no matter the weather conditions. It has a bio-flex material that stretches well and is combined with the adjustable straps on the shoulder allowing it to fit to all body types. 

What’s more, is that due to its lack of backplate and plastic rays, the BCD becomes exceptionally lightweight. That bio flex material is used in the air bladder as well to make them smaller so that it is less bulky and reduces drag and improves your buoyancy when used correctly. 

This actually makes carrying it very easy, you can fit it in your backpack without any issues and with a weight of just over five pounds (2.5 kg), it will pack away easily and can even go in your carry-on. 

However, the jacket lacks any extra pockets. To compensate for this, the Oceanic Biolite BCD comes with various D-rings that keep all your accessories in hand’s reach.

• Style of BCD: Jacket
• # of Pockets: None
• Sizes: XS-XL
• BCD Weight: 5lbs 5oz
• Lift Capacity: 32lbs

• Travel sack included
• Easily fit into cabin baggage
• Integrated weight system
• Comfortable, one size fits all design
• Not as light as the other options, but still very light!

your needs. If that’s the case, then you can’t go wrong by picking the Scubapro GO BCD. Also, make sure you get yourself a dive computer for effortless dives.

It weighs only 6 pounds (2.5 kg), which makes the carrying process effortless.

You just got certified as a diver, and you’re looking for the perfect buoyancy device to suit It comes with a backplate, which can be easily folded. Therefore, the device can fit in a backpack or your carry-on without any issues.

When it comes to comfort, the adjustable swiveling straps make your dive endeavors enjoyable and convenient.

The tank strap and clamp on the back it near the bottom of the jacket to keep the weight around the hips instead of the shoulders (which is good). There is also a Velcro strap up toward the top of the jacket to keep the tank where it is supposed to be. 

Moreover, the jacket delivers plenty of storage. It comes with an outstanding buckled-in weight system, which makes you stable and secure. To justify your buying decision, this jacket comes with a travel bag for more comfortable transportation.

• # of Pockets: 2 Large
• D Rings: 4 Rings

• Doubles as a BCD and a day bag
• Can be carried like a backpack
• Ergonomic design
• Rapid deflation
• When fully packed with dive gear, is unlikely to fit into the overhead cabin

If you love to travel to the outdoors and consider yourself a “diver on the go,” then the Oceanic Jetpack BCD will definitely suit your needs. This BCD is suitable for backpackers (within reason) and can be actually converted into a travel bag where you can store all of your other equipment (fins, dive computer, etc.). It is the first of its kind and is very innovative. 

What’s more, is that it comes with adjustable straps that snug perfectly against your body curvature. This makes your dive endeavor quite comfortable.  It does weigh over 8lbs (3.75 kg) but it boasts an impressive 42 liters of space in it. The bag also has two external pockets for separating your stuff. 

  After you’ve finished your diving trip, a few folds are what separate the BCD from becoming a carrying tote. It is made of quick dry material as well so you don’t have to worry about that after your last dive. On the Scuba diving side, it still has a trusted power inflator and is equipped with an internal bump cable to the dump valves. The other handy thing is that the weight pockets can be moved to suit your needs.

• Style of BCD: Back Inflation
• # of Pockets: Two Zipper Pockets
• Sizes: One Size Fits All
• BCD Weight: 6lbs 5oz
• Lift Capacity: 30 lbs

How To Choose The Best Travel BCD

When choosing a BCD for travel, there are a few things to bear in mind. Not every BCD will be the best one for you, so to help you decide we’ve put together a guide on choosing the best travel BCD for you.

BCDs come in various styles like the

• Wing and the jacket (which is the most common)
• Back inflates that have air bladders just on the back and not the sides, so the tank will just sit on top of it. 

You will see most travel BCDs are back-inflated style and that is because back inflates BCDs are much less bulky. They tend to be lighter and much easier to pack in your luggage or backpack than other styles of BCDs

Back-inflated BCDs are more streamlined and a lot easier to travel due to their lightweight and easy-to-pack design.

Jacket-style BCDs fit over the shoulders and are secured at the waist and chest, just like an actual jacket. The air bladders will sit behind and on both sides of the diver. They are the most common type of BCD.

There are a plethora of differences between jacket BCDs and back inflate BCDs . One is that the back-inflated BCDs don’t constrict your chest as much as a jacket so, for some, this is more comfortable but this slows down the deflation time

When it comes to travel-friendly items, they should preferably be as light as possible. This will ensure ease of travel and you can potentially take your BCD as carry-on luggage and if not it will still be able to go into your luggage without having to buy more weight to comply with the airline’s rules. 

Just remember that lighter doesn’t necessarily mean better if a BCD is too light that might mean it might be made of low-quality and non-durable material. With new materials, they have some very light ones that are sturdy, but they are very expensive but could be a good fit if you have the funds.

How a BCD fits is one of the most important things to take into account when choosing a BCD. A BCD should fit snugly around the chest and waist, but not too tight that it constricts your movement. A correctly fitting BCD is vital for your comfort during a dive. Remember when the BCD is totally empty it should not get twisted around you and you will want one that has a lot of clips and straps to customize to your needs. 

Lift Capacity

The lift capacity is how much weight a BCD can compensate for underwater. If you dive in warm water, the lift may not be a major concern when it comes to choosing your BCD. If you do dive in cooler waters with a lot of weight you will need to offset the weight.

If the BCD does not have enough lift it will make your face and shoulders drop in the water when on the surface. On the other hand, too little lift can give you issues underwater as you will become less buoyant when going deeper. When in doubt go with more lift for safety and comfort.

Weight System

You will see most BCDS coming out with an integrated weight system. While some have plastic trays and locking handles to hold the weight in place, others will have buckles that have a quick-release system. It really doesn’t matter as long as you know how to use the system and that it works correctly. 

Most lightweight BCDs usually don’t have weight integration due to saving space and less weight. They also aren’t easy to fold or roll into your case. So you will need to bring or get a weight belt at your destination.   

Diving Environment

Most divers like to go on vacation in tropical places as they live-in cooler environments in the winter. When you are shopping for a travel BCD, keep all the diving environments that you want to visit in your mind. 

If you do go to cooler waters or in rough currents you will want some good lift. In technical diving or in wrecks and caves with overhead environments, you will want a  back-inflating BCD.

Pockets and D-Rings

Pockets and rings are essential for travel-orientated gear, the more you have the easier it is to attach things and organize your setup. This issue will arise in that a lot of travel BCDs don’t have them to save weight as metal D-Rings weight a bit and are not compactable.

Pockets make life easier to carry all your gear like a flashlight, dive knife, SMB, etc. Internal storage pouches usually have a Velcro or a zipper to close them. Nice ones even expand or roll out for extra space. Most travel BCDs are designed with very little storage (to save space and weight) you will want at least one pocket that closes for some of your gear. I like having dive pants as well with pockets to make up for it.

Cleanability

Caring for your BCD will make it last longer and extend its usability of it. Salt and sun destroy everything and even a little bit of salt water can damage the BCD. Some styles have a port on the air bladder that can be connected to a hose for easier cleaning. An easy opening gives you air circulation and will speed it up getting dry.

Male Or Female

Most BCDs are unisex, and it says they are made for both men and women. Just because it says that it is unisex does not always mean that it is. Obviously men and women are built differently, so make sure you try it on. 

However, a BCD’s fit is key for a comfortable dive. A women’s cut is narrower at the shoulders and wider in the hips than a man’s. They are making more BCs for  female divers and for  more information on BCDs for women, check out our review of the  5 best BCDs for women

Frequently Asked Questions

A travel BCD is  much more lightweight and compact  than standard BCD’s.

When traveling, especially for dive trips you need to take an airplane for, having a dive BCD that is light, compact and easily packed away will make your trip a lot easier.

When it comes to servicing your travel BCD, the safest bet is to  service it either once a year or after 80-100 dives.

If you are diving frequently and in salt water, you may want to service your travel BCD more regularly.

A scuba BCD is a vest-like fitted jacket, or back inflated wing, that connects to your scuba tank through your low pressure hose.

The BCD  has an inflatable air bladder that is inflated and deflated depending on the situation to help you to maintain proper buoyancy  in the water and on the surface. 

Yes you can, they are just lighter but usually still made be durable. I know a lot of people that use them for everyday diving. If you are instructing though I wouldn’t recommend it. 

One of your top concerns should be to take care of the BCD, besides keeping it dry, out of the sun and salt free check with the user manual of your BCD for specific maintenance information.

Traveling with scuba gear may sound like a stressful situation at first… But with modern technology and new, improved designs, it’s never been easier!

Now you can have the comfort and confidence of having your own scuba gear that you are familiar with and fits you well anywhere in the world.

Have you ever traveled with scuba gear ?

Let us know in the comments below!

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Dr. Joseph Lozovyy was born into a Christian family in Elektrostal, Moscow Region, and was raised in a pastor’s home. From the age of fifteen, he began actively participating in the music ministry of the Baptist Church in Mytishchi, where his father served as a pastor, and also played in the orchestra of the Central Moscow Baptist Church. From 1989, he participated in various evangelistic events in different cities of Moscow Region and beyond. From 1989 to 1992, as a member of the choir and orchestra “LOGOS,” he participated in evangelistic and charitable concerts, repeatedly performing on the stages of the Moscow State Conservatory, the Bolshoi Theatre, and other concert halls in Russia and abroad. In 1992, his family moved to the United States. In 2007, after completing a full course of spiritual and academic preparation, Joseph moved to Dallas, Texas, to engage in church ministry. In 2008, he founded the Russian Bible Church to preach to the Russian-speaking population living in Dallas, Texas.

– Bachelor of Arts in Music (viola) from the Third Moscow Music School named after Scriabin, Russia (1987-1991)

– Master of Theology (Th.M); Dallas Theological Seminary, Texas (1999-2003);

– Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Hebrew Bible (Books of Samuel): University of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom (2007).

– Doctoral research (2004-2005) Tübingen, Germany.

– Author of a theological work published in English: Saul, Doeg, Nabal and the “Son of Jesse: Readings in 1 Samuel 16-25, LHBOTS 497 [T&T Clark/Continuum: Bloomsbury Publishing]).

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