East Coast Trains has been confirmed as the latest industry partner to join the GTMC.
The train operator recently announced a “key focus” for 2014 will be on the business travel market. This includes investing in Wi-Fi technology, to be rolled out across the fleet in the next six months.
It also aims to grow its network of TMC partners and raise awareness of its business loyalty scheme, ‘Rewards for Business’ and the on-board benefits for the business traveller.
GTMC’s chief executive, Paul Wait, said he’s “delighted” about the announcement and is confident East Coast Trains will make a positive contribution to the GTMC.
“As we’ve shown in recent months, productive journey time for the business traveller is becoming increasingly essential,” said Wait. “East Coast Trains has demonstrated its dedication to developing its service with improved Wi-Fi technology and its business loyalty scheme.”
Martin Turner, head of sales East Coast trains, said: “The TMC market is extremely important to us and makes up 20% of our annual revenue. The GTMC’s recent rail survey has proved that productivity while travelling is vital for the business traveller.
“We look forward to working closely with the GTMC to highlight the benefits of train travel to the business traveller.”