Direct Travel Publishes First Annual Direct Impact Report

DENVER, Sept. 29, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Direct Travel, one of the world's largest travel management companies, has published its first annual Direct Impact Report, marking a significant milestone following the acquisition of its long-term partner, ATPI. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the company's sustainability and social impact initiatives, establishing a baseline for measuring future progress.

The report highlights Direct Travel's commitment to reducing its environmental footprint, with a particular focus on Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The company has established a comprehensive baseline across its combined operations, creating a clear starting point to track progress over time. Direct Travel also made its first climate disclosure through CDP, the global environmental disclosure platform, receiving a B rating for its approach to managing and reporting climate-related impacts. The company was subsequently recognized on CDP's Supplier Engagement A-List for its work to engage suppliers on climate action.

Direct Travel supports six carbon projects across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, representing 1,963 tonnes of CO2e. These projects focus on renewable energy, forest protection and restoration, cleaner cooking, and access to safe water, delivering environmental and community benefits in regions around the world. The company also continues to support clients in measuring and reducing their travel emissions by providing access to Thrust Carbon's emissions measurement platform, enhancing visibility of their travel footprint and supporting sustainable business decisions.

In addition to its environmental efforts, Direct Travel is committed to building an inclusive and engaged workforce. The company reported that 50% of leadership roles are held by women, reflecting its ongoing commitment to gender diversity. Employees are encouraged to contribute to the communities in which Direct Travel operates, with approximately one in six employees volunteering, contributing over 4,525 hours globally. Direct Travel also provided more than 30,684 hours of professional and development-focused training across the global organization during the year.

Direct Travel's commitment to sustainability and social impact is reflected in its continued investment in solutions such as its Avenir platform, which helps clients make more informed travel decisions. The company is well positioned to support more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient travel and event programs, while balancing business success with positive impact for people, communities, and the planet.