SINGAPORE – 24 September 2019 – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), the leading technology provider to the global travel industry, today inaugurated its new APAC headquarters in Singapore. This strategic move demonstrates Sabre’s commitment to delivering innovative technology solutions that will continue to shape the future of travel across Asia Pacific.
Asia Pacific is the world’s most dynamic market [
1], where the travel industry continues to record steady year-on-year growth [
2]. With a presence in The Red Dot since 1997, the new, strategically located HQ will finally bring together employees from Sabre’s three business units that oversee the travel distribution, airline and hospitality industries. Counting over 3,000 employees in APAC, the Singapore-based headquarters will serve as a central hub for regional teams, while facilitating operations and enabling the deployment of a consistent Sabre brand across all markets.
Images of the new Sabre Asia Pacific Headquarters, located at Paya Lebar Quarter, in Singapore
In line with Sabre’s commitment to making 2019 the year of people and culture, the new HQ located at Paya Lebar Quarter was designed with employee wellbeing at its core. Part of a $3.2 billion complex, the new location will boast a complete work ecosystem that enables knowledge sharing, innovation and collaboration, while providing an array of activities that promote a balanced, healthy lifestyle [
3]. The new, custom-built office will span over two floors and accommodate up to 350 employees. With inviting common areas and meeting rooms that inspire teamwork, the open floor plan will feature individual workspaces with ergonomic tables and provide everyone with consistent natural daylight. The space was purposefully designed to ensure that everyone is inspired and motivated to deliver their best work.
The Singapore team following a traditional Lion Dance that was organized to celebrate the opening of the new Sabre APAC Headquarters.
Sabre invests heavily in the development of infrastructure and technology that shapes the future of travel, and is dedicated to bringing the latest, most innovative solutions to airlines, travel agencies and hoteliers alike. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, Sabre builds next-generation platforms and solutions that transform the end-to-end traveller journey, throughout the entire travel ecosystem. With a new regional HQ that represents a solid brand image, Sabre is strategically positioned to drive continued business success for both the organization and its customers across the region and beyond.
[1] IMF
[2] CAPA
[3] Business Times
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About Sabre Corporation
Sabre Corporation is the leading technology provider to the global travel industry. Sabre’s software, data, mobile and distribution solutions are used by hundreds of airlines and thousands of hotel properties to manage critical operations, including passenger and guest reservations, revenue management, flight, network and crew management. Sabre also operates a leading global travel marketplace, which processes more than US$120 billion of global travel spend annually by connecting travel buyers and suppliers. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the world.
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