EXO Travel has announced that it will become part of the JTB Group per a release issued earlier today, 18th June.
The destination management company’s membership into the Group comes in the wake of JTB’s acquisition of its parent company All Wise Holdings Pte Ltd.
EXO chief executive Hamish Keith said of this development: “This partnership represents a very positive step forward for EXO Travel, our people and our partners around the world. JTB is one of the most respected travel companies globally, and we share a common purpose and long-term vision built around quality, relationships and meaningful travel experiences.”
JTB Group president and CEO Eijiro Yamakita likewise commented: “EXO Travel has earned deep trust across Asia and beyond through its commitment to sustainable tourism and its collaborative approach with local communities, creating value for both partners and destinations. By joining forces with EXO Travel whose values closely align with the JTB Group’s mission, and combining this with JTB’s global network and expertise, we are confident that this partnership will elevate travel experiences while contributing to the continued advancement of the global travel and hospitality industry.”
The partnership with JTB marks an exciting new chapter for EXO Travel and reflects a shared commitment to high-quality travel experiences, strong local leadership and long-term investment in the future of travel globally.
Per the agreement, EXO Travel will continue to operate under the leadership of CEO Hamish Keith and the existing management teams across its destinations and regional hubs.
Business as usual
For EXO’s partners and clients, business will continue as usual: existing teams, operational structures and points of contact remain unchanged, and there will be no disruption to current bookings, services or agreements.
Meanwhile, the partnership allows EXO Travel to continue investing in its people, product, operations, sustainability, and long-term development.
It also stands to create new opportunities to strengthen its offering and support future growth across Asia and beyond.
By combining EXO Travel’s regional expertise and operational footprint with JTB’s global reach and long-established position within the travel industry, the partnership creates exciting opportunities for both organisations and their partners around the world.
Keith remarked on this, saying: “EXO has been successful over the past 30 years due to our local expertise, our culture and our commitment to service excellence delivered by a high performing team of committed people. We will continue operating with the same leadership, teams and partner-first approach that our agents and clients know today, while benefiting from the additional scale, resources and opportunities that being part of the JTB Group will bring.”
