On Thursday, Amsterdam-based Transferz, a company specialised in pre-booked ground transportation, announced a new financing facility from ABN AMRO.
The company didn’t disclose the exact figures.
Transferz is using a new financing facility to support its “Fare = Fair” principle.
The Dutch company aims to change travel by offering easy-to-use technology for booking airport transfers.
This helps travel brands keep a steady cash flow, allowing them to improve their vehicles, and train drivers, and provide better service.
Talking about the expansion plan to Silicon Canals, Johan van Vulpen, CEO and founder of Transferz, says, “We’re full of plans. Today’s travel industry needs a reliable ground transportation partner that can handle not just airport transfers, but also in-destination, point-to-point, and event-based services—all while maintaining consistent quality.”
“We’re always exploring new partnerships worldwide, wherever we see significant potential for delivering our quality ground transportation services aligned with our “Fare = Fair” principle—especially for travel brands that currently struggle to offer their travellers an amazing experience with this product,” he adds.
Tranferz: Providing sustainable ground transportation
Founded by Johan van Vulpen, Transferz is a B2B technology company that operates a global marketplace for ground transportation, mainly from and to airports.
The company’s solution easily integrates with the brand’s flights, hotels, and car rentals using a simple B2 B technology suite that includes a single API, white-label options, and a partner-agent portal.
The Amsterdam company focuses on building a strong network of local transfer companies rather than increasing volume.
Optimising supply & demand through data
By leveraging big data, the company optimises supply and demand, ensuring a high-quality traveller experience while keeping environmental impact in mind.
Explaining about utilising data strategy, he says, “At Transferz, our primary focus is on proactively steering quality through advanced data analytics and machine learning. By accurately forecasting demand, we can minimise waiting times for travellers and drivers alike—what we regard as the holy grail in pre-booked ground transportation.”
“This approach supports seamless vehicle allocation, high service standards, and overall operational efficiency. It also benefits travel brands seeking a reliable solution on a global level, as well as local transportation partners who gain fair, prompt payments and predictable utilisation,” adds van Vulpen.
Acquisitions & partnerships
Van Vulpen highlights the fact that many companies are competing for the same market share, leading to lower prices and lower quality.
“We believe consolidation is key in our industry,” states van Vulpen.
“We’re open to acquisitions and partnerships with B2B platforms that share a similar operating model, leveraging the scale of partner travel brands to deliver a consistent, global product—ultimately benefiting the millions of travellers these brands serve each year,” he adds.
Additionally, van Vulpen prefers not to compete with their partners in marketing, focusing instead on working with those who share their vision for high-quality pre-booked ground transportation.
Collaboration with ABN AMRO
Currently, in a market challenged by unstable pricing and aggregator-driven models, the partnership with ABN AMRO aims to provide fair payment terms for local drivers.
This partnership will also help invest in machine learning and technology to improve service quality for travellers.
Jean Paul Roelofs, Corporate Lender at ABN AMRO, says, “Our recent financing of Transferz underscores this commitment. Transferz stands out with its highly scalable business model and strong potential to lead the global market. This potential is supported by a robust shareholder base, a seasoned management team, and an impressive client portfolio.”
Criteria potential partnership
To find and evaluate potential partners, the Dutch company looks for companies that align with their goals of promoting quality, sustainable growth, and a healthy industry ecosystem.
“Specifically, we assess how effectively a potential partner can combine strengths with ours to elevate industry standards—whether through technology, service enhancements, or expanded market coverage. Our ultimate goal is always a win-win scenario that benefits travellers, local transport providers, and the industry as a whole,” he adds.
Moving forward
The future will be shaped by smart technology, transparent pricing, and sustainable business models, clarifies van Vulpen.
“At Transferz, we stay ahead by continually refining our machine learning capabilities, making data-driven decisions to deliver on our promise of reliable service quality and streamlined operations. Our emphasis on fair payments also helps us partner with the best local providers, creating a network that can adapt and grow responsibly—even as market conditions evolve,” he concludes.
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