Sabre takes share in Polish firm

Saturday, 08 Mar, 2007 0

Sabre Travel Network has acquired at 40% stake in Polish technology provider ESS for an undisclosed sum.

ESS is described as one of the leading providers of leisure travel solutions for tour operators and travel agencies in Poland. Based in Wroclaw and has 18 employees.

Sabre is to consider opportunities to expand the ESS business into other Eastern European countries.

“The investment enables Sabre Travel Network to meet the full technology and distribution needs of the broad spectrum of tour operators and travel agencies in Poland, including small and mid-sized leisure-focused agencies,” a company statement said.

Senior vice president EMEA Richard Adams said: “We are focussed on enhancing our leisure booking capabilities and are investing in the growth in Eastern Europe. Our investment in ESS brings these two strategies together.”

by Phil Davies 



 

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