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Last month, B4B Payments welcomed leading travel businesses to its London headquarters for a roundtable on the future of payments in the sector. The afternoon created space for open conversations, offering valuable insights and practical ideas on how the industry can move beyond outdated systems and adopt smarter, more transparent financial solutions.

A recurring theme was the need to shift away from cash-heavy processes that are costly, inefficient, and difficult to manage across multiple markets. Clients and B4B experts explored how greater visibility of spend, backed by the right technology, can give finance teams more confidence while keeping financial risk under control.

Adding perspective from the B4B side, Director of Accounts and Partnerships Tim Robson spoke about the challenges of lagging travel spend data, whilst also showcasing differences in global card and cash use. He showed how modern card solutions can help operators gain oversight, reduce reliance on cash, and even simplify issues such as paying tour directors outside payroll. Building on this, Account Development Manager Anais Paingris emphasised the benefits of tighter spending controls through our system, from auditable transparency with new authorisation, to FX visibility. Together, their contributions sparked an engaged dialogue on how B4B Payments’ technology can ease long-standing industry problems.

What stood out throughout the roundtable was the quality of discussion. Clients spoke candidly about their current pain points, including heavy reliance on ATMs and cash in some markets, as well as the difficulty of preventing fraudulent spending. Equally, they offered constructive feedback on how B4B Payments could further enhance its solutions to support evolving business needs.

The session reinforced a common understanding: while the travel sector continues to recover, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic, sustainable growth depends on more innovative financial systems. By embracing technology and reducing cash dependency, travel businesses can take greater control of their operations and ensure they are well-positioned for the future.

B4B Payments thanks all attendees for their valuable insights and contributions, which made the roundtable a forward-looking exchange for everyone involved.

It’s an honour to have been selected as a finalist in the IMA Europe Awards 2025. 

We are shortlisted for:

• The Excellence in Gift Cards Award

This nomination celebrates the creativity, expertise, and impact of the B4B Payments team, and our ongoing mission to lead the sector with innovative solutions for our clients.

The awards ceremony will take place following IMA Europe’s London Summit in October, and we look forward to celebrating alongside other influential leaders in the Incentive & Rewards industry.

We are delighted to announce that B4B Payments has been shortlisted in three categories at the Banking Tech Awards. The awards highlight companies and solutions playing a part in shaping the future of global banking and fintech.

We are finalists for:

• Best Bank & PayTech Partnership
• Best Embedded Finance System
• Best Embedded Payments System

These nominations reflect our ongoing commitment to working alongside our partners to deliver seamless embedded finance and payments solutions that support businesses as they grow.

It is an honour to be shortlisted, and we look forward to celebrating with the industry at the awards ceremony in December.

We’re excited to announce that the European Tourism Association (ETOA) has featured our client case study on their website! As a proud long-term member of ETOA, we value the opportunity to showcase how our solutions are supporting the wider tourism and travel community.

The article highlights how the B4B Payments solutions drive efficiency and deliver real-world value to our clients. From financial flexibility and risk management to real-time monitoring and control, our technology empowers businesses with the tools they need to succeed.

We are delighted to announce that B4B Payments has been shortlisted in five categories at the 2025 Payments Awards. The awards celebrate the companies and solutions driving excellence and innovation in the payments industry.

We are finalists for:

• Best Cross-Border Payments Service
  
• International Payments Excellence Award
  
• Payments Infrastructure Award
  
• Social Inclusion Project of the Year
  
• Business Expense Management Platform of the Year
  

Being recognised across both technology and social impact categories highlights the strength and versatility of our solutions, from powering cross-border transactions and resilient infrastructure to enabling inclusion and smarter business payments. This acknowledgement reflects the dedication and expertise of our team and the trust of our partners and clients.

It is an honour to be shortlisted, and we look forward to celebrating with the wider payments community at the awards ceremony in November.

B4B Payments is proud to be shortlisted in five categories at the 2025 Open Banking Expo Awards. The awards highlight the projects, initiatives and collaborations that are helping to shape the future of open banking and transform the way payments are delivered.

We are finalists for:

• Open Banking for Good Award
  
• Best Anti-Fraud Solution
  
• Best Open Banking Payments Project – Consumer
  
• Best Sector Initiative
  
• Best Industry Partnership
  

Being recognised in such a broad range of categories reflects the scale of our work and the value it brings across different parts of the ecosystem. Our nominations show the impact of our technology, the strength of our partnerships and the positive outcomes we continue to deliver for businesses and society. It’s encouraging to see our approach to open banking creating value across multiple levels.

We are honoured to be shortlisted and proud of the dedication shown by our team and partners. The recognition is a milestone in our journey, and we look forward to celebrating with peers and industry leaders at the ceremony in October.

We’re delighted to announce that B4B Payments has been shortlisted as a finalist for ‘Team of the Year’ at the U.S. FinTech Awards. The awards showcase the teams and organisations driving excellence and innovation within the U.S. fintech landscape.

This category recognises teams that demonstrate collaboration, innovation and strong leadership. To be named a finalist is a fantastic acknowledgement of the hard work and commitment of our U.S. & Global team, and we couldn’t be prouder of everything they’ve achieved.

It’s an honour to be shortlisted, and we look forward to joining the wider fintech community at the November ceremony.

B4B Payments is proud to be featured in Dialect Communications’ latest case study, showcasing how our partnership has supported the growth of our business and enhanced the customer experience for our cardholders.

As our organisation expanded, so did our ambition to deliver exceptional customer support. Working with Dialect has enabled us to scale smarter, strengthen our support services, and maintain the high standards our customers expect.

The case study includes insights from Steve Meacher, Head of Support Services at B4B Payments, on how collaboration with Dialect has helped us deliver outstanding service and operational excellence.

B4B Payments partnered with Blue Train Marketing at Money 20/20 Europe this year, where our Chief Product Officer, Luke McAlpine, sat down with Blue Train CEO Jeff Banks for an in-depth conversation. Together, they discussed how B4B’s adaptable, global payment solutions have empowered businesses to scale efficiently and remain competitive in an ever-evolving fintech landscape.

Hear how B4B’s combination of card issuance, payouts, embedded finance, and direct access to world-class banking infrastructure through Banking Circle is driving success for their clients. Also, watch to understand how their API-first approach, focus on compliance, and commitment to innovation are enabling businesses to meet growing demands for cross-border payments, programmability, and AI-driven user experiences.

Watch the full discussion below

Step inside Money 20/20 Europe with B4B Payments as our Head of Marketing, Jodie Taylor, takes you on a tour of this amazing event, exploring the latest trends, innovations, and conversations shaping the future of payments. 

From panel discussions to expert interviews and networking with industry leaders, B4B Payments took part in a wide range of activities throughout the event. Discover how we’re contributing to key conversations on the evolving fintech landscape, and how our partnerships and collaboration are driving real change in the industry.

Watch the video below