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SUNRATE Releases New White Paper for Travel Intermediaries at Travel Tech Asia 2024

White Paper covers practical insights for travel intermediaries to navigate the complexities of cross-border B2B travel payments

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 October 2024 - SUNRATE, a global payments and treasury management platform, has announced the release of a new white paper titled "Navigating the Complexities of Cross-Border B2B Travel Payments: Practical Insights for Travel Intermediaries" at Travel Tech Asia 2024, Asia's Leading Travel Technology Trade Show.

According to Statista, the online travel market's global revenue reached just under 600 billion U.S. dollars in 2023. This figure is expected to grow steadily in the following years, exceeding 800 billion U.S. dollars by 2028. Additionally, when breaking down global travel and tourism revenue by sales channels, the leading role played by the online market is clear, with online transactions generating over two-thirds of total sales value.

Despite the opportunities to maximise profits in a booming industry, travel intermediaries such as, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), Travel Agencies (TAs) and Travel Management Companies (TMCs) often face high transaction costs, inefficiencies in payment processes, security concerns, cross-border payment complexities, and the need for effective working capital management. These challenges can significantly impact profitability and operational efficiency.

Additionally, in a landscape where some travel intermediaries are observed to consolidate and provide payment solutions within their ecosystems, others must carefully evaluate their choice of payment providers to ensure their operations are not jeopardised due to conflicts of interest and customer data remain secure.

Shawn Qin, Head of Card Business at SUNRATE said, "We are pleased to present this comprehensive white paper, tailored specifically for travel intermediaries. At SUNRATE, we understand the unique challenges associated with managing B2B travel payments. Our goal is to offer practical and actionable advice to streamline payment processes, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency. As an agnostic and independent payment service provider, SUNRATE is committed to protecting the interests and data of its clients"

In this white paper, SUNRATE shares the six pressing issues impacting travel intermediaries.

  1. Cross-border complexities. Dealing with multiple currencies and regulatory environments can be complex and costly for travel intermediaries. Cross-border transactions, in particular, can incur expensive processing fees and administrative costs.
  2. High transaction costs. High transaction costs associated with cross-border B2B travel payments pose a significant challenge to travel intermediaries. These costs become particularly financially burdensome due to the high volume of transactions and the multitude of foreign exchange mark-ups when facilitating payments across multiple pay-out corridors.
  3. Inefficiencies in payment processes. Traditional payment methods such as automated clearing houses (ACH), billing and settlement plans (BSP), Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), and cash expose OTAs, TAs and TMCs to financial risks as they are slow and error prone. Many travel intermediaries still rely on outdated practices like manual data entry for invoicing and payments, or inefficient methods such as calling and faxing for direct hotel billing—both of which increase the likelihood of errors and slow down the entire payment cycle.
  4. Security concerns. Handling large volumes of financial data comes with inherent security risks, especially for travel intermediaries dealing with sensitive payment information across multiple platforms. Cyber threats are a constant concern, with a significant percentage of businesses experiencing fraud attempts each year.
  5. Challenges in meeting regulatory compliance. The travel industry is heavily regulated, and maintaining compliance across different regions presents significant challenges. Non-compliance can lead to fines and penalties, which adversely affect the bottom line. Keeping up with regulatory changes and implementing necessary measures is essential to avoid legal and financial repercussions.
  6. Difficulties in data management and reporting. Effective data management is crucial for travel intermediaries seeking to make informed decisions and remain competitive. Inadequate systems can lead to errors, missed opportunities, and ultimately, poor business performance. A common issue in the industry involves fragmented data systems that prevent businesses from obtaining a unified view of their financial and operational performance.

This white paper also provides detailed suggestions for the way forward for travel intermediaries, covering the key benefits and opportunities that modern payment solutions offer to travel intermediaries. By leveraging these tools, travel intermediaries can improve operational efficiency, boost security, ensure compliance, and position themselves to meet the demands of an increasingly global and complex market.

For more information, please click here to download the white paper.

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The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About SUNRATE

SUNRATE is a global payment and treasury management platform for businesses worldwide. Since its inception in 2016, SUNRATE has been recognised as a leading solution provider and has enabled companies to operate and scale both locally and globally in 190+ countries and regions with its cutting-edge proprietary platform, extensive global network, and robust APIs.

With its global business headquarters in Singapore and offices in Hong Kong, Jakarta, London, and Shanghai, SUNRATE partners with the top global financial institutions, such as Citibank, Standard Chartered, Barclays, J.P. Morgan and is the principal member of both Mastercard and Visa. To learn more about SUNRATE, visit

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