Major Russian firms in retail and energy report a significant drop in domestic business travel for Q1 2026, citing cost-optimization efforts and the increased use of remote digital services. Business-class bookings have also declined as companies cut expenses.
Major Russian companies in the retail, metallurgy, and oil and gas sectors reduced domestic business travel in the first quarter of 2026, according to data from Aeroclub, Continent Express, and Vipservice. Businesses are increasingly opting for remote solutions and cost-cutting measures, as evidenced by a decline in business-class bookings and a 39% drop in travel demand from the energy sector.
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