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Michael Birse

The coldest ticket in town: what it costs to attend a global winter sporting event

Behind the medals and mountain views lies a practical question – how much does it cost to be there? Drawing on ECA’s Daily Rates, we analyse the typical daily spend in recent and future winter sports host locations.

Singapore the second-most expensive business destination in Asia

The typical daily cost of business travel in Singapore is now USD 515 – the second highest in Asia and 19 th globally.

Accommodation costs for short-term assignments

We've used our latest data to compare serviced apartment costs around the world.

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Commuter assignments – the consequences beyond the financial cost

Cost is often the main concern when considering a commuter assignment but the financial implication is far from the only factor that matters when deciding if a commuting arrangement is the best fit.

Introduction to location allowance in international assignments (delivered in Chinese)

Jeff Chu & Mandy Tsai made an introduction to location allowances, discussed market practice in Greater China and paied attantion to methodology of ECA’s location ratings and relevant solutions. This webinar was delivered in Mandarin.

​Free trade is faltering: What global mobility leaders need to know

Rising protectionism and shifting trade policies are making global mobility more complex than ever. Find out how mobility leaders can protect their people, manage risks and stay ahead in an unpredictable environment - as discussed at a recent session we hosted, in London.

Infographic: Things to know before you go

Customs and etiquette vary widely from country to country, and your assignees may be unaware of the important differences. Our infographic highlights a few that you might find surprising!

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