Travelport Names John Mangelaars CEO 

Key Points

• John Mangelaars will become Travelport CEO on April 1, 2026, succeeding Greg Webb, who will remain on the board.
• Travelport is the smallest of the three major global distribution systems, behind Amadeus and Sabre.
• Travelport raised $570 million in equity in December 2023, strengthening its capital structure, with Elliott Management as a key investor.

Summary

Travelport has announced that John Mangelaars, currently COO and deputy CEO, will succeed Greg Webb as CEO on April 1, 2026, with Webb staying on the board. Mangelaars brings experience from leading Skyscanner and Travix, positioning him to guide Travelport—the smallest of the three main global distribution systems—through its competitive landscape. The company recently raised $570 million in equity, with Elliott Management playing a central role in its ownership and financial strategy.