KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) --  MOVETIX, the global ticketing platform for events & concerts on the AirAsia MOVE app, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Ticketmelon, one of the region's premier ticketing and event technology platforms. 

This collaboration will see Ticketmelon’s extensive inventory of over 300,000 tickets across the Asean region integrated into the AirAsia MOVE app, offering travellers and event-goers a seamless experience to book flights, accommodations, event tickets and even airport transfers —all within a single, convenient app.

A partnership agreement signing ceremony was held between MOVETIX, who was represented by its CEO, Hassan Choudhury, while Ticketmelon was represented by its CEO Panupong Tejapaibul. Also in attendance during the signing ceremony were Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A and Executive Chairman of MOVE Digital, Nadia Omer, CEO of AirAsia MOVE, Ravi Shankar, Chief Marketing Officer of AirAsia MOVE, Teerarit Saubhayana, Commercial Director of Ticketmelon and Som Puangladda, Marketing Lead of Ticketmelon. 

This partnership comes at a time where live events tourism is growing at unprecedented rates, with sports tourism leading the way valued at USD564.7 billion and is expected to almost double in value to USD1.33 trillion by 2032, while music tourism is projected to contribute an additional USD13.8 billion, more than doubling its current valuation of USD6.6 billion*. 

Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A and Executive Chairman of MOVE Digital commented, “We want to make everyone’s dreams of attending any event or concert, wherever in Asean, into a reality, and make it as affordable as possible. AirAsia MOVE, our OTA platform is not just about booking hotels and flights, but about giving you experiences that you have never dreamt of. We look forward to working closely with the Ticketmelon team, and I would like to thank them for doing an incredible job so far, and for giving AirAsia MOVE the trust to deliver for them. 

Hassan Choudhury, CEO of MOVETIX by AirAsia MOVE commented, “We are in very exciting times, especially driven by the region’s young, dynamic population and increasing disposable income who are part of a growing global fanbase who will spend to travel to iconic live events such as sports and concerts. With the integration of Ticketmelon’s event listings into AirAsia MOVE, travellers will have unprecedented access to a wide range of concerts, festivals, and events, making it more convenient than ever to plan their entire trip in one place. We look forward to working hand-in-hand with Ticketmelon and leverage each other’s strengths to bring the best of live events to the region.

With this integration, users can expect a more comprehensive travel experience, whether they are planning a weekend getaway to attend a music festival or organising a trip to catch a major sporting event. The future of travel and event booking in Southeast Asia has never looked brighter.” 

Panupong Tejapaibul, CEO of Ticketmelon adds, “We've witnessed tremendous growth in the events sector across the region, with Ticketmelon emerging as a key hub for music and entertainment events. This partnership with AirAsia MOVE marks another significant milestone for us, as two leading regional companies come together to elevate the experience of music and event tourism. The exponential growth potential of this industry is clear, and we're excited to combine our strengths with AirAsia MOVE to offer an unparalleled experience for event-goers across ASEAN.

Through this partnership, Ticketmelon will gain access to AirAsia MOVE’s large and engaged user base, enabling them to tap into new markets and demographics. Meanwhile, AirAsia MOVE continues to expand its offerings, solidifying its position as Asean’s favourite travel companion by being the go-to platform for all travel-related needs in the region. 

*Report by Collinson Group 

About AirAsia MOVE

AirAsia MOVE, formerly known as airasia Superapp is the newest online travel agent+ (OTA+) in town, providing a seamless and personalised experience for travellers at the best value in Asean and beyond. Its vision is to be Asean’s favourite travel companion, by creating inclusive and delightful journeys, all the way. 

AirAsia MOVE’s ecosystem includes OTA services such as flight bookings from over 700 airlines, including the World’s Best Low-Cost Carrier AirAsia and over 900,000 hotels world-wide plus airport transfers, events & experiences, insurance, duty-free shopping and more, underpinned by integrated financial services by BigPay, as well as a robust loyalty program, AirAsia Rewards. It has been recognised by World Travel Awards as ‘Asia’s Leading Online Travel Agency 2023’ in its first nomination in the OTA category. Download the AirAsia MOVE app via the Apple App Store, Google Play Store and Huawei App Gallery.

Both AirAsia MOVE and BigPay are part of MOVE Digital, the digital arm of Capital A Berhad.

About Ticketmelon 

Ticketmelon is Southeast Asia’s leading ticketing and event technology company, dedicated to transforming the event experience for both organizers and attendees. The robust platform offers a seamless blend of cutting-edge ticketing solutions, cashless payment systems, innovative in-event digital features, and live streaming services, designed to meet the demands of even the most complex events. With a commitment to providing exceptional support, Ticketmelon ensures a flawless execution from start to finish.

Founded in 2015, Ticketmelon has grown to serve over 1.7 million users and 3,400 organizers worldwide, with more than 1 million tickets sold annually. We have a strong presence across the region, with offices in Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia. continually expanding our reach and impact in the global event industry.

SOURCE: AirAsia MOVE 

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MOVE Communications Team 
movecomms@airasia.com

--BERNAMA