InteleTravel Acquired Startup 40Hammocks
The travel company purchased the startup to expand services for the small-group travel market.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Travel — General
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InteleTravel has finalized the acquisition of 40Hammocks, a startup specializing in managing group bookings of 10 or more rooms. The company plans to relaunch the platform under the name Groupr early next year.
Why it matters
This acquisition allows InteleTravel to expand its offerings by focusing on the underserved segment of smaller-group travel planning. By integrating new tools, the firm aims to capture a larger share of the organized group travel market.
InteleTravel, which holds the No. 19 spot on Travel Weekly's Power List, currently manages a network of 145,000 travel advisors. The new Groupr platform will focus on managing bookings for groups requiring a minimum of 10 rooms.
The players
InteleTravel
This travel company is ranked No. 19 on Travel Weekly's Power List and manages a vast global network of 145,000 advisors.
40Hammocks
This startup provides specialized management services for group travel bookings of 10 or more rooms.
Mina Singson-Brightman
As a co-founder of 40Hammocks, she will continue her involvement with the company as a board member and partner.
Sebastian Borys
He is a co-founder of 40Hammocks who will transition to a role as a partner and board member following the acquisition.
The details
The newly branded Groupr will provide specialized tools including automated booking links, room block tracking, and dedicated event space management. 40Hammocks co-founders Mina Singson-Brightman and Sebastian Borys will remain with the organization as partners and board members.
Timeline
The startup relaunch as Groupr is scheduled for early next year.
Travel Outlook
This acquisition reflects a broader trend of large travel agencies diversifying their portfolios to capture high-growth niche markets. As seen in the competitive rankings of Travel Weekly's Power List, firms are increasingly leveraging technology to consolidate control over group travel sectors.
Travel advisors and group planners should anticipate access to new digital tools for managing room blocks and event spaces once the platform relaunches. These updates are intended to streamline the logistics for parties requiring 10 or more rooms.
The takeaway
Consolidating specialized management tools into a single platform helps bridge the gap between large-scale agency resources and the needs of smaller groups. Travelers planning events can look forward to more efficient booking and tracking processes in the coming months.
What happens next
The platform is expected to officially transition and relaunch under the name Groupr in the first quarter of next year.
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