New Delhi : InterGlobe Air Transport (IGAT) Ltd. has been appointed as the exclusive General Sales Agent in India by one of the world’s leading car rental companies, Hertz. The exclusive partnership was formed following a year of successful collaboration in India between the two companies.

The appointment will be effective immediately and will cover all of Hertz’s brands including Dollar, Thrifty, ACE and Firefly for outbound rentals.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Siddhanta Sharma, President and CEO, InterGlobe Air Transport, said: “Hertz’s global expertise and modern fleet, coupled with our strong footprint across the Indian market will help us pave substantial inroads with both corporate and leisure holiday travellers’. Our discerning network in India very much welcomes our ongoing collaboration with a renowned, truly global player such as Hertz.”

Eoin MacNeill, Vice President, Hertz Asia Pacific, added: “IGAT has 29 years’ of experience in the Indian travel industry and is perfectly placed to grow Hertz’s presence, by providing consumers with mobility solutions that suit their needs, regardless of if they’re travelling for business or leisure.”

According to Research and Markets, India outbound visitors will grow 10% CAGR by 2022*, thus increasing the demand for Hertz’s services. IGAT has 12 offices across the country, as well as 80 sales people to help cater to this segment effectively.