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Rail Europe envisions 25% growth from India operations
Industry News- May 21,24
Rail Europe Executive Chairman & CEO Bjorn Bender talks about the India market.
Björn Bender, Executive Chairman & CEO, Rail Europe, envisions a remarkable 25% growth trajectory emanating from India henceforth. Discussing the burgeoning India market and the forward trajectory, Bender sheds light on pivotal shifts towards digitalisation and outlines the path ahead.
Björn Bender, the driving force behind Rail Europe, oversees operations as the Executive Chairman & CEO of the globally renowned distributor of European train tickets. Amidst his extensive experience, Bender, a staunch advocate for train travel, exemplifies the epitome of convenience with his weekly four-hour train commute from Paris to Switzerland. His insights into the India market underscore Rail Europe's robust presence, facilitated through strategic partnerships.
In an exclusive conversation with the source during his recent visit to India, Bender delineates the evolving landscape, emphasising the palpable transition towards digitalisation. He elucidates on the convenience of online ticket bookings, a paradigm shift accelerated by the pandemic, relegating physical tickets to obsolescence. Bender underscores the pivotal role of digital platforms in reshaping the travel experience, epitomised by the seamless booking process facilitated through cloud-based systems.
Moreover, Bender delves into the unparalleled flexibility offered by Rail Europe, emphasising the transformative power of passes granting access to an extensive network spanning 35 European countries. This democratisation of travel, coupled with the simplification of the booking process, underscores Rail Europe's commitment to enhancing the traveller's journey.
Emphasising the collaborative ethos, Bender elucidates on Rail Europe's symbiotic relationship with online travel agencies (OTAs) and travel agencies, leveraging their expansive reach to amplify market penetration. This collaborative approach, tailored to diverse market dynamics, underscores Rail Europe's adaptive strategy, resonating particularly with the digitally savvy Indian market.
As Rail Europe continues to navigate the dynamic travel landscape, Bender's vision encapsulates a steadfast commitment to innovation, collaboration, and customer-centricity, poised to propel Rail Europe to new heights in the evolving travel ecosystem.
(Source: Business Today Mag)
Rail Europe
Björn Bender
India market
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online ticket bookings
cloud-based systems
online travel agencies (OTAs)
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