Omio Group to acquire Rail Europe to consolidate the ground transportation landscape

Omio Group, the world's leading multimodal travel company, has announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Rail Europe, the globally renowned rail distribution platform.

Strategic Move
- Omio Group (multimodal travel leader) has entered into an agreement to acquire Rail Europe, a globally recognized rail distribution platform.
- Once completed, Rail Europe will join Omio’s ecosystem:
- Omio’s B2C booking platform
- Omio’s B2B distribution business
- Omio’s travel discovery brand Rome2Rio

Scale & Reach
- Combined, Omio Group would:
- Sell 22 million train tickets per year
- Partner with 28,000+ transport operators and travel sellers
- Operate across 70+ countries
- Offer the world’s most comprehensive ground transportation proposition

Rail Europe’s Role
- Rail Europe will retain its brand identity while benefiting from Omio’s technology stack and multimodal inventory.
- Brings 90+ years of rail expertise, a trusted consumer brand, and a strong B2B distribution network.

Market Context
- The global rail market is projected to exceed $300 billion by 2032.
- European governments are investing heavily in rail infrastructure to shift journeys away from road and air.

Leadership Perspectives
- Jean-Francois Bessiron (Omio Group): Called this a transformative moment for global ground transport, breaking free from outdated systems and dominant players.
- Björn Bender (Rail Europe): Highlighted the natural fit, combining Omio’s scale and tech with Rail Europe’s rail expertise and brand trust.

Next Steps
- The acquisition is subject to consultation with the Comité Social et Économique (CSE), which must issue an advisory opinion before completion.

This deal positions Omio Group as a new industry leader in rail distribution, at a time when rail is becoming central to sustainable travel.