Survey: 90 percent of travel related workers increase travel and spending

HIGH LABOR DEMANDS are pushing frequent travelers to take more trips, according to business travel platform Engine. About 93 percent reported increased
travel over the past year, with 77 percent citing high demand in their field as the primary reason.

While 56 percent spend over three months a year on the road, 10 percent exceed six months. Additionally, 90 percent of employers report increased travel
spending, Engine said.

Engine’s inaugural “Powering Travel Trends Report” explores the lives of road warriors—those in travel-intensive industries—by surveying 2,000 workers and
employers across construction, transportation, engineering, field service, and disaster relief.

“Workers are traveling more than ever, and it’s important to hear what they have to say about life on the road,” said Florent Silve, Engine’s executive vice
president of supply and strategy. “It’s clear from our research that road warriors view travel as a net benefit. Their concerns are mainly about uncertainty.
That’s why we’re focused on making it easy for businesses to find lodgings for each employee’s specific needs, whether it’s a hotel within walking distance of
a job site or one with parking for a semi truck. The goal is to give employees peace of mind so they can have the best experience while away from home.”