LONDON, Aug. 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Hertz Global
Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HTZ) announced that Thrifty Car Rental has
enhanced its customer proposition in Malta under a new leadership. Now operated by
a longstanding Hertz franchise partner, United Garage Ltd, Thrifty
Malta offers customers more rental locations, diverse and refreshed
fleet as well as a new, user-friendly website -
http://www.thrifty.com.mt.
With prime locations at Malta
International Airport, Sliema Downtown and Gozo Harbour, Thrifty Malta provides
adventure-seeking car rental customers with easy access to the
country's magnificent beaches, rich history and urban centres.
Whether travelling on leisure or business, Thrifty renters will
benefit from a diverse fleet, including compact, economy,
intermediate and standard vehicles as well as a variety of
attractive offers.
Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "It
is truly exciting to see the Thrifty brand with an improved
customer offering in Malta – a
fast-growing and thriving tourist destination. It is an additional
advantage that we are achieving this new milestone in partnership
with our longest-tenured franchisee in Europe, United Garage Ltd., which boasts
indisputable local expertise and reputation for providing excellent
customer service."
Simon Gatt Baldacchino, Managing
Director Hertz and Thrifty Malta; COO and Director, United Group of
Companies, said: "We are proud that The Hertz Corporation has
entrusted United Garage Ltd. with the representation of Thrifty in
Malta, confirming our position in
the local market. The appointment of Thrifty Car Rental strengthens
our commitment to bring a wider choice and excellent service to our
customers."
Ron Scerri, General Manager Hertz
and Thrifty Malta commented: "Thrifty Malta's superior customer
proposition brings a new range of services and options to the
country's car rental market. We are looking forward to providing
local and international customers with the convenience and great
customer care Thrifty is known for internationally."
The Thrifty brand re-launched in Malta under the new management of Hertz's
longest-tenured franchise partner in Europe, United Garage
Ltd., a fully owned subsidiary of United Group. Having been
operating the Hertz rent a car business in Malta for over half a century, the company
holds an outstanding reputation in the industry.
Thrifty Car Rental has been actively expanding in European
markets. The brand is currently present in 49 countries with the
latest additions being inPoland, Turkey and Hungary.
About The Hertz Corporation
The Hertz Corporation, a
subsidiary of Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., operates the Hertz,
Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly vehicle rental brands in approximately
9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin
America, Africa, the
Middle East, Asia, Australia and New
Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest
worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the
Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world. Product and
service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, Ultimate
Choice, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered
through the Adrenaline, Dream, Green and Prestige Collections set
Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, The Hertz
Corporation owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader
Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 car sharing business in
international markets and sells vehicles through Hertz Car Sales.
For more information about The Hertz Corporation, visit:
www.hertz.com.
About United Group
The United Group Of Companies is a
diversified organisation operating in Malta mainly within the automotive, retail,
and real estate sectors. The origins of the United Group date back
to 1926.
United Garage Ltd, a fully owned subsidiary of the United Group,
is the oldest franchisee in Europe
operating Hertz rent a car in Malta for over half a century. Hertz is one of
the leading car rental and lease operators in Malta. The company also operates as the
multi-brand franchisee for Hertz, Thrifty, Dollar and Firefly rent
a car.
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SOURCE Hertz Global Holdings Inc.