Business Details
41 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Corporate Travel Partner in Shepperton
Anderson Business Travel was founded in June 1985 by Paul Anderson. We are a family-run independent travel agency with 40 years of experience in corporate travel management. Our team of highly skilled consultants provides personalized service, handling all aspects of business travel to ensure cost-effective, stress-free journeys for our clients. As an independent company, we pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with clients who value our direct communication approach and continuity of service. Our employees demonstrate exceptional loyalty, with many team members having worked here for over a decade.We operate without a dedicated marketing team, relying instead on client referrals and our proven track record of excellence. Our expertise spans global travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and visa services. We maintain strong industry accreditations through ABTA and IATA memberships. Our commitment to innovation includes cloud-based IT systems that reduce our environmental impact while maintaining service quality. We offer 24/7 emergency support for urgent travel needs outside regular business hours.
Services
Flights
Hotels/Car/Rail/Ferry
Visa & Passport Services
24-hour Emergency Service
Travel Profiles
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of specialized corporate travel expertise
- Our team provides personalized service with direct communication
- We guarantee 24/7 emergency travel support
- Our consultants have average 15+ years industry experience
- We maintain ABTA and IATA professional accreditations
Associations and certifications
- ABTA
- IATA
What people say
Personalised service
24/7 emergency support
Cost-effective trips
Experienced consultants
Stress-free travel
Services
Flights
We provide comprehensive flight booking services for business travellers, including negotiated fares with major airlines, low-cost options, private charters, and group bookings. Our GDS system ensures access to all IATA fares while our industry relationships deliver competitive pricing. We handle complex itineraries and last-minute changes with expert precision.
Hotels/Car/Rail/Ferry
Our accommodation and transport services include hotel reservations with negotiated rates, meeting room bookings, airport transfers, car rentals, and chauffeur services. We coordinate UK rail travel, Eurostar, and European rail arrangements while managing billing back systems for corporate clients. Our local knowledge ensures optimal transportation solutions.
Visa & Passport Services
We assist with visa and passport applications through CIBT, ensuring compliance with international travel requirements. Our expertise covers urgent document processing, embassy liaison, and travel authorisation management. We maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing immigration regulations to prevent travel disruptions.
24-hour Emergency Service
Our 24/7 emergency service handles urgent travel needs outside regular business hours. A dedicated out-of-hours team manages flight disruptions, visa emergencies, and last-minute itinerary changes. We provide immediate assistance through direct contact channels to resolve critical travel issues at any time.
Travel Profiles
We create detailed travel profiles for each client to ensure perfect trip execution. These profiles capture seating preferences, frequent flyer details, dietary requirements, and accommodation preferences. Our system remembers your preferences to deliver consistently tailored travel experiences that match individual needs.
People
Paul Anderson
Director
Founder with 40 years travel industry experience, previously Royal Navy submarine captain. Established Anderson Business Travel in 1985 after 20 years international naval service. Provides strategic leadership while maintaining hands-on client relationships.
Kate McGirr
Operations Manager
19-year ABT veteran with prior experience at major airlines and British Airways corporate travel team. Manages daily operations and client account management. Specialises in complex government contract travel logistics.
Kerrie Giacche
Senior Consultant
12-year ABT team member with background in Virgin Holidays and Thomas Cook. Specialises in business travel coordination and client relationship management. Provides expert advice on international travel requirements.
Tracey Macleod
Senior Consultant
8-year ABT consultant with 19 years prior experience at Portman Travel. Expert in business and leisure travel arrangements. Maintains long-term relationships with high-profile clients and concierge services.
Billur Owen
Business Consultant
Newest team member with extensive travel industry experience. Specialises in modern travel solutions and digital booking systems. Provides fresh perspective while maintaining ABT's traditional service standards.
Questions
What corporate travel services do you offer?
We provide complete business travel management including flights, hotels, transportation, visa services, and 24/7 emergency support. Our consultants handle all aspects of corporate travel arrangements.
How do you ensure cost-effective travel?
We negotiate preferential rates with airlines and hotels, utilise consolidated fares, and optimise travel itineraries to maximise efficiency while maintaining comfort standards.
Do you offer emergency travel assistance?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency support for urgent travel needs through our dedicated out-of-hours team available by direct phone contact.
How do you handle travel documentation?
We manage visa applications through CIBT, maintain accurate travel profiles, and ensure all required documentation is prepared and verified before departure.
What sustainability initiatives do you have?
We operate paperless systems, use cloud-based IT infrastructure, promote local commuting, and work with airlines participating in carbon offsetting schemes.
