European Sleeper Acquires GreenCityTrip: Night Train Package Expansion

Introduction

European Sleeper has acquired the GreenCityTrip brand from Flywise Travel, a move designed to broaden the accessibility of night train travel. GreenCityTrip, now under European Sleeper’s ownership, will continue as an independent tour operator offering package holidays via night train.

European Sleeper Acquires GreenCityTrip

European Sleeper has finalized the acquisition of the GreenCityTrip brand from Flywise Travel. This acquisition is a strategic step aimed at making night train travel more accessible. GreenCityTrip will function as an independent tour operator within European Sleeper.

Strategic Synergies and Expansion Plans

The acquisition enhances European Sleeper’s capacity to offer comprehensive travel solutions, merging transport and accommodation for sustainable travel. Chris Engelsman, co-founder of European Sleeper, stated that the GreenCityTrip package holidays complement their international train ticket offerings, serving a market segment where European Sleeper has less presence. The acquisition will streamline the expansion of package holidays, both geographically and into new market segments.

Operational and Management Changes

Pascal van de Sande, who recently joined European Sleeper, will assume the role of Managing Director of GreenCityTrip. Van de Sande highlighted the potential to build on GreenCityTrip’s success in promoting sustainable rail travel and developing new travel concepts.

Collaborative History and Future Outlook

The two companies have been collaborating since early 2024. Flywise Travel will continue as a tour operator but will shift its focus away from night trains. The GreenCityTrip brand will retain its current portfolio of journeys while expanding under European Sleeper’s guidance. The acquisition is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks.

Conclusion

European Sleeper’s acquisition of GreenCityTrip will see GreenCityTrip continue to operate as an independent tour operator offering night train package holidays. Flywise Travel will continue as a tour operator but will no longer focus on night trains. The acquisition aims to expand the range of package holidays and is set to be formally completed in the coming weeks.

Company Summary

European Sleeper: Known for its Brussels–Amsterdam–Berlin–Prague night train route, the company has transported over 200,000 passengers and operated more than 650 trains in two years.

Flywise Travel: A tour operator that will shift its focus away from night trains.

GreenCityTrip: A tour operator offering package holidays via night train, now under the ownership of European Sleeper.