American Express Global Business Travel (GBT), the world's leading business travel partner, has successfully completed its merger with Hogg Robinson Group plc (HRG), a global B2B services company specializing in business travel management. The combined group is expected to offer customers and travelers with an expanded choice of products and services by combining the best of both companies, including technology, expertise, and extensive geographic presence.
Doug Anderson, CEO of American Express GBT:
“The American Express GBT and HRG partnership will provide customers and travelers with a unique offering.
I look forward to integrating our companies and combining our extensive experience and expertise. We pride ourselves on delivering enhanced value to all stakeholders."
David Radcliffe, Chief Executive of Hogg Robinson Groupplc:
"Both companies are focused on delivering added value to customers and travelers. I look forward to working with the talented team on the American Express GBT Board of Directors and growing the best-in-class company in the business travel market."
Beginning today, integration work will be in full swing to ensure American Express GBT remains at the forefront of its industry while realizing the full benefits of the merger. American Express GBT will strive to accelerate growth by leveraging each company's complementary geographies and strengthening its existing infrastructure and technological capabilities. The HRG brand will continue to exist during the integration process.
Effective today, Joanna MacLeod, American Express GBT's EVP, Traveller Care, has been appointed Chief Development Officer to ensure the successful completion of the combination, while William Brindle, HRG's Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of American Express GBT.
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American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) is the world's leading business travel partner. We help companies and their employees thrive by connecting travelers to the right place at the right time. We continue to grow global businesses with the powerful support of 16,000 travel professionals in more than 140 countries. Companies of all sizes and around the world rely on GBT for our business travel, meeting and event planning, and strategic travel management services.
Source: trn-news.ru