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Statesman Travel Group

High-end travel management company

Company overview

Statesman Travel Group, a high-end travel management company, was one of the first companies backed by BGF.

Following a period of sustained growth, the business was acquired by US-based Travel and Transport.

Website
statesmantravel.com

We have benefitted over the years from BGF's financial backing and sound advice. As BGF's second investment, we have watched the company and team grow. Throughout our partnership, BGF has been supportive of our goals and ambitions.

Mervyn Williams, joint managing director

Company information

Head office
  • London
Joint Managing Directors
  • Jon Langley
  • Mervyn Williamson
Chair
BGF office
BGF team
Investment date
  • Oct 2011 – May 2017
Total BGF investment
  • £4.2 million

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