Why Sport Now Plans Travel Like a Supply Chain

Travel planning in sport now mirrors supply chain management. Global calendars, tight turnaround times and exposure to disruption have forced organisations to adopt more rigorous logistical frameworks.

The aviation system remains vulnerable to congestion and external shocks. IATA data highlights ongoing structural strain across international travel networks,

For sport, delays can cascade across preparation, broadcasting and security. The World Economic Forum identifies transport disruption as a systemic risk for global events.

As a result, travel decisions are increasingly centralised, stress-tested and coordinated across departments.

In 2026, travel is treated as infrastructure. Reliability matters as much as cost.