Leading global travel management and events business, the ATPI Group, has announced the acquisition of New Zealand-based Business World Travel. The addition of Business World Travel to the ATPI Group’s portfolio further increases the footprint of the growing business across Australasia. Business World Travel is based in Auckland, bringing the ATPI Group’s wholly owned offices to 34 in 18 countries around the world.
Expansion in the Asia Pacific region for ATPI has recently included the acquisition of the Australia-based Voyager in January 2014, the purchase of DTC Travel in Malaysia in October 2015, as well as new expanded premises in Singapore to accommodate a growing team, and earlier this year the company launched ATPI Sports Events in Australia.
Graham Ramsey, CEO, the ATPI Group said, “The purchase of Business Travel World is a significant milestone for our global business. As part of our growth strategy over the last two years we have focused on extensive investment and acquisitions. Through this most recent deal, we have a new exciting venture that reinforces the high standards of client service that are a cornerstone of our business. In turn, Business Travel World and its clients will benefit from ATPI’s bespoke technology, purchasing power, and comprehensive people development and training. We are delighted to welcome Grant and the team into the ATPI Group.”
Grant Bevin, founder, Business World Travel added, “Joining the ATPI Group is a fantastic opportunity for the business travel sector in the region. We have spent the past twenty-plus years building a company that puts customer service and long term relationships at the heart of its operations. The travel management sector is fast moving and developing its technological and client service capabilities at a pace, and the ATPI Group’s expertise will empower new opportunities for us. I am excited that Business World Travel is now part of one of the most dynamic businesses in the world.”