Skyscanner

Skyscanner Limited is a global travel search engine headquartered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, founded in 2001. The company enables users to compare a wide range of travel options, including flights, hotels, and car rentals, by aggregating data from various travel providers. This allows travelers to easily find and book the best deals available from major airlines and online travel agents. Skyscanner operates additional offices in several countries, including Singapore, Spain, China, the United States, Hungary, and Bulgaria. By serving the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries, Skyscanner aims to simplify the travel planning process and offer users a comprehensive platform for their travel needs.

Gareth Williams

Co-Founder and Chairperson

7 past transactions

Kindaba

Seed Round in 2018
Kindaba Limited operates an online family networking platform that allows users to share content, organize activities, and connect with family members in a private community. Founded in 2017 and based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, the platform offers a secure, advertisement-free space for families to communicate and share memories. Utilizing machine learning, Kindaba enhances family interactions by intelligently surfacing relevant information and visually displaying shared moments through photos and videos. Users can access the platform via web browsers or dedicated mobile applications, ensuring a convenient way to stay connected with loved ones while maintaining control over data sharing and privacy.

Twizoo

Acquisition in 2017
Twizoo LTD. is a London-based company that specializes in developing a restaurant recommendation application that leverages Twitter as a source of customer reviews. Founded in 2013, Twizoo analyzes real-time conversations on social media about restaurants, bars, cafes, and pubs, helping users discover popular dining options in London based on genuine customer opinions. The company has positioned itself as a leading provider of user-generated content, utilizing artificial intelligence to automatically gather and showcase relevant social media content. This approach allows enterprises to enhance engagement and drive conversions by displaying relatable experiences shared by real customers. As of November 2017, Twizoo operates as a subsidiary of Skyscanner Limited.

Dorsai Travel

Acquisition in 2014
Dorsai Travel is a travel management company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, founded in 2014 by Edward Taylor and Ross McNairn. The company specializes in providing a range of travel management services, including air ticket booking, hotel selection and reservations, travel insurance, and emergency consultancy. Dorsai Travel aims to facilitate memorable travel experiences for its clients by offering comprehensive support and guidance throughout the trip planning process.

Distinction

Acquisition in 2014
Distinction is a mobile application developer based in Budapest, Hungary, focused on enhancing existing products and creating new applications from scratch. The company emphasizes quality over quantity, aiming to deliver engaging user experiences and scalable architectures. Distinction specializes in developing applications compatible with various platforms, including Android, iOS, and Windows. This commitment to innovation and improvement has positioned Distinction as a notable player in the mobile application industry.

Youbibi

Acquisition in 2014
Youbibi is a travel search and trip planning website that specializes in providing a meta search platform for users. The company enables individuals to search for and compare various travel options, including flights, hotels, and package holidays. By aggregating information from multiple sources, Youbibi simplifies the travel planning process, allowing users to make informed decisions and find the best deals for their trips.

Fogg

Acquisition in 2013
Fogg is focused on making internet hotel search simpler and faster.
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