American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) and Nippon Travel Agency (NTA) share a remarkable legacy. For over 120 years, NTA has been a leading force in Japan's travel industry, pioneering innovation and excellence since its founding in 1905. When American Express established its presence in Japan in 1917, we began a parallel journey of trusted service. Our partnership, formalized in 2001, brought together two organizations united by a single commitment: delivering world-class service with deep local expertise.

We believe that “Great Ideas Travel”—and they travel best when supported by trusted partners who understand both global environments and local nuances.

Today, the business travel landscape is evolving rapidly. Companies face mounting pressures to optimize costs while navigating an increasingly complex and uncertain global environment. Yet amid these challenges lies an opportunity—to reimagine how we support business travel. At American Express Global Business Travel | Nippon Travel Agency (GBT NTA), we recognize that modern business travel management extends far beyond booking flights and hotels. It's about data-driven insights, proactive crisis management, and traveler safety. With Amex GBT's global network spanning over 100 countries, advanced technology, and aggregated intelligence on millions of business travelers worldwide, we provide solutions that address your most pressing corporate challenges—from cost reduction to comprehensive risk management.

Beyond operational excellence, we are committed to making a meaningful difference—economically, socially, and environmentally. We believe responsible business travel creates positive impact: supporting local economies, fostering cross-cultural connections, and advancing sustainable practices that protect our planet for future generations.

We combine global reach with local understanding, cutting-edge innovation with personalized service, and corporate efficiency with traveler wellbeing—all while championing sustainable and responsible travel practices. As we move forward, we remain committed to being your strategic partner in business travel—helping you navigate complexity, manage risk, optimize your travel program, and make a positive impact. Because when great ideas travel, they deserve the very best support.

Marco Pellizzer
President and CEO