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| Company type | Public |
|---|---|
| ASX: WJL | |
| Industry | Travel |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Founder | David Clarke, John Lemish, Allan Nahum |
| Headquarters | , |
| Services | Travel Booking |
Webjet is an onlinetravel agency that allows users to bookairline tickets andhotel reservations. Webjet was established by former Jetset Travel (nowHelloworld Travel) executives David Clarke, Allan Nahum and John Lemish in 1998.[1] Webjet is currently owned by Webjet Group, following a demerger from Webjet Limited in September 2024.[2]
Webjet also offers other travel-related services, such as car hire, insurance, holiday packages and flight deals, and is most commonly used in Australia and New Zealand.[3]
Webjet was listed on theAustralian Securities Exchange in 2000 via areverse takeover of Roper River Resources NL.[4] Roper River Resources NL became Webjet NL on 18 April 2000, and Webjet Limited on 15 June 2000. On 31 May 2001, Webjet's booking system became fully automated.[5]
In April 2010, Webjet began operating inNorth America through a joint venture.[6] John Guscic became Managing Director in February 2011.[7] Webjet concluded its North American joint venture in June 2017.[8]
Webjet also acquired Zuji inAustralia,Hong Kong, andSingapore in March 2013.[9][10] Zuji was sold in November 2016.[11] In September 2024, Webjet Limited demerged into Web Travel Group and Webjet Group.[2]
