CarTrawler to join Expedia Group as it enters next phase of growth

CarTrawler, the leading B2B technology provider of car rental, ground transport and Insurtech solutions to the global travel industry, has entered into an agreement to be acquired by  Expedia Group, the global travel marketplace, in a move that advances its strategy to build the most complete B2B travel platform. 

CarTrawler, founded and headquartered in Dublin, is powered by its Connect Platform, connecting 550+ car rental suppliers and 500+ mobility providers with more than 300 leading travel brands worldwide, including over 70 airlines.   

The Company has significantly expanded its global footprint driven by demand for high-margin ancillary solutions and the unrivalled performance of its proprietary technology  reflecting the strength and scalability of CarTrawler’s offering across the global travel ecosystem.  

Today’s announcement represents a strategic milestone for both companies. Together, the businesses will unlock new opportunities for supply partners to access incremental demand, for B2B partners to integrate richer and more competitive travel ancillary solutions, and for travellers to benefit from greater choice and value.  

Peter O’Donovan, Chief Executive Officer, CarTrawler, said, “CarTrawler’s acquisition by Expedia Group is a testament to the strength of our technology, the drive of our people, our track record of innovation and our accelerating commercial momentum. This exciting combination allows us to advance our mission as part of travel’s best and most complete B2B engine, unlocking new opportunities for innovation and growth.” 

Alfonso Paredes, President B2B & Chief Commercial Officer, Expedia Group, said, “The CarTrawler acquisition is another huge, exciting step towards our ambition of building the most complete B2B travel platform. Last year, Expedia Group B2B set out a bold vision to expand our APIs beyond lodging. Acquiring Tiqets helped us solve for activities at scale. Adding CarTrawler now extends that same strategy into car rentals, ground transport and Insurtech. CarTrawler’s focus and differentiated expertise in these areas complements our strengths in B2B scale and technology, enabling us to massively amplify our joint value proposition to partners, suppliers, and travellers.” 

Gordon Holmes, Chief Investment Officer at TowerBrook, said, “We invested in CarTrawler in July 2020, confident that it would emerge from Covid-related industry dislocation as an industry champion, through the strength of its relationships, platform and people. The performance over the last six years, driven by innovation and commercial excellence, has exceeded all expectations. We are proud of our association with CarTrawler. We are grateful to Peter O’Donovan and his team for their leadership and commitment, and to CarTrawler’s Board of Directors for their support. We wish CarTrawler and Expedia Group continued success in this exciting next phase.” 

The transaction, which remains subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026.  

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About CarTrawler 

CarTrawler is a leading B2B technology platform powering car rental, ground transport and insurtech solutions for the global travel industry. Through its proprietary Connect Platform, CarTrawler enables airlines, online travel agencies and travel providers to unlock high-margin ancillary revenue and deliver seamless end-to-end customer experiences. 

Trusted by many of the world’s leading travel brands, including Ryanair, American Airlines, Air France-KLM, Uber, easyJet, eDreams ODIGEO and American Express, CarTrawler connects partners to a global network spanning over 50,000 locations. 

Headquartered in Dublin, with offices in Paris, London, New York and Sydney, CarTrawler’s team of over 300 specialists combines deep industry expertise with advanced technology to drive partner success at scale. Its platform leverages data science, machine learning and dynamic pricing to optimise performance, increase conversion and maximise revenue. 

About Expedia Group 

Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE) is the global travel marketplace with one purpose: to help travelers explore the world, one journey at a time. Expedia Group™ connects travelers, partners, and advertisers through its trusted brands, leading technology, and rich first-party data, delivering predictive, personalized experiences that shape the future of travel.   

Expedia Group’s ecosystem includes three flagship consumer brands – Expedia®, Hotels.com®, and Vrbo® – the largest B2B travel business, and a premier advertising network. Guided by an experienced and passionate global team, Expedia Group helps millions of travelers in more than 70 countries explore the world with confidence and ease.  

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