A strategic merger has formed an £85 million travel group.
- Good Travel Management and CT Travel Group have combined forces.
- John Good Group is the key investor behind the strategic move.
- The merger aims to expand in business travel, events, and leisure markets.
- Key stakeholders express optimism about future growth and service quality.
In a significant development in the travel industry, Good Travel Management (GTM) and CT Travel Group (CTTG) have merged. This strategic collaboration is backed by the John Good Group, majority investor in both enterprises, aiming to accelerate growth in the business travel, incentives, groups and events, trade missions, and leisure travel markets.
The newly formed travel group now boasts physical offices in London, Kent, and Yorkshire. GTM, based in Hessle, Hull, is deeply rooted in the travel sector, aiming to become the preferred partner for business travellers. Having acquired Wexas’ corporate travel business in 2023, GTM continues to strengthen its market position.
CTTG, with roots in Tunbridge Wells, encompasses brands like CT Business Travel and CT Groups Conferences & Incentives. Founder Mark Kempster expressed his enthusiasm for the merger, highlighting the shared values and opportunities to enhance their market presence. Kempster, alongside partners Tom Kempster and Clare Collins, will continue to play pivotal roles as stakeholders.
John Good Group CEO, Adam Walsh, emphasized the merger’s goal to set new benchmarks in innovation, sustainability, and service excellence. Walsh noted the alignment in ambitions and service ethos between the two organizations, stressing their mutual commitment to exceptional service delivery.
The merger marks another milestone in John Good Group’s century-long history in the travel industry. With a focus on expanding both domestically and internationally, the group aims to deliver premium service experiences, underscoring its determination not just to maintain but enhance its service commitment.
The merger of GTM and CTTG positions the new entity for robust growth and enhanced service delivery.
