LONDON, May 26, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Hertz Global
Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HTZ) announced that Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty are now operating in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, following the signing of a multi-brand
partnership agreement with local franchise partner Andrew The Car Rental Company (Pvt) Ltd. Customers can opt for a broad choice
of modern vehicles according to their car rental brand preference. In addition, a Hertz chauffeur-drive service is also
available.
Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "It is a pleasure to welcome Andrew The Car Rental Company to The
Hertz Corporation as our multi-brand franchisee in Sri Lanka. Andrew's local expertise and
excellent customer service will help ensure the brands' success in the country, where tourism is growing at a rapid rate. We
continue to strengthen Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty operations in Asia, offering international
travellers and locals alike high quality car rental options suitable for different budgets and needs."
Mahen Kariyawasan, Managing Director, Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty Sri Lanka, said: "We are delighted to operate Hertz, Dollar
and Thrifty in Sri Lanka. We are fully committed to providing a high quality service to
different customer segments, delivering the high global standards these brands are well known for.
"We intend to expand to the Colombo international airport and another downtown location by
early 2018," Mr Kariyawasan continued. "Given that our country is experiencing booming tourism, growth in expatriate relocations
and an increase in international investments, we truly believe that this new agreement will be exciting and rewarding for our
customers and employees."
The Sri Lanka rental options include short term, long term and chauffer-drive car rental
solutions as well as a wide selection of brand-new vehicles, including compact, wagon/state, luxury cars, SUV and minibuses. The
Hertz fleet caters for customers who desire to travel in premium comfort and style. Thrifty provides vehicles appealing to
adventure seekers, and Dollar offers convenient, no-frills options. The Hertz chauffeur-drive service is provided by highly
experienced and professionally trained English-speaking drivers.
All international customers renting with Hertz in Sri Lanka will receive a free SIM card as a
welcome present, as well as gift coupons from leading shopping malls, while supplies last.
To celebrate the launch, Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty Sri Lanka will make an important donation to the "Sinha Salsewana" girls
orphanage.
About Hertz
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, 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.
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SOURCE Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.