RECOVERY - How do we get there?
The results of the previous meetings were discussed at some length. Similar concerns were expressed in previous cities. There was a lengthy discussion on the vulnerability of airlines and as to what maybe the consequences of high profile demise of some national carriers. It was felt that Europe could exist without as many European carriers as current although there would have to be a radical rethink in how services would be provided to satisfy the demands of corporate air travellers.

It was felt that Air France is well positioned to see through the present turbulence.

There was a discussion of price reduction for both hotel and air services in France. It was recognised that there was pressure to reduce tariffs to stimulate travel. Not all agreed that this was the correct way forward to resolve current problems.

The cost of provision of services was discussed in some detail. There was not a general agreement as to would corporates pay more for better service.