ABN AMRO supports growth of Tiqets through EUR 25 million loan
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ABN AMRO has announced the provision of a EUR 25 million loan to Tiqets Holding BV (“Tiqets”), a leading global digital platform in the travel experience sector. The loan will be used to refinance Tiqets' existing venture debt facility, enabling significant savings and enhanced flexibility for future growth.
Bas Janssen, Senior Banker Digital Clients at ABN AMRO, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration: “We are proud to partner with Tiqets, a transaction that fits in with our ambition to finance the digital transformation. Tiqets is at the forefront of innovation in the travel experience industry, and we see immense potential for its continued growth. This financing underscores our commitment to fostering technological advancement within the digital sector and our mission to support Dutch tech.”
About Tiqets
Founded in 2014, Tiqets is one of the largest online platforms connecting thousands of museums, attractions and tour operators to millions of travellers globally. The company has been growing exponentially since its founding – having raised over EUR 100 million in equity through multiple funding rounds, with Airbnb leading the latest Series C round in 2019. For over a decade, Tiqets has been an agile innovator in the travel experience market. Through its partnerships with venues such as the Vatican, Sagrada Familia, Louvre and Empire State Building, the company has provided experiences to over 50 million customers since its inception. This growth underscores the company's resilience and leadership in reshaping access to culture and attractions worldwide. Stef Pillen, CFO of Tiqets, shared: “This refinancing marks a milestone for Tiqets, allowing us to reinforce our current commitments and unlock new opportunities for growth. With greater financial flexibility, we can continue to innovate, enhance the accessibility of culture, and expand the capabilities of our platform. Partnering with ABN AMRO is a pivotal step in this journey, and we’re proud to work together in advancing our mission to make culture more accessible to everyone.”
ABN AMRO’s mission to support Dutch tech
ABN AMRO is a leading bank dedicated to supporting clients in various sectors through innovative financial solutions. With a focus on digital transformation, ABN AMRO aims to drive technological progress and foster growth in the digital industry in the Netherlands and Northwest Europe. ABN AMRO aims to be at the forefront of European capital providers for digital and tech companies. ABN AMRO’s digital expertise and sector focus is currently resulting in a fast-growing number of lending relationships within the digital and tech space. For contact with our tech bankers see our .