Worldspan - Ownership and Business Overview

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Worldspan Ownership

Who owns Worldspan?

Worldspan is owned by Travelport Worldwide. It was acquired on December 7, 2006.

Was Worldspan formerly PE-backed?

Yes. Worldspan was formerly owned by 2 private investors.

Worldspan Business Overview

Where is Worldspan headquartered?

Worldspan is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

How many employees does Worldspan have?

Worldspan has 1,700 employees.

What sector is Worldspan in?

Worldspan is an information technology company.

When was Worldspan founded?

Worldspan was founded in 1990.

Information Technology M&A Summary in 2006

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Worldspan LP

300 Galleria Parkway,
Atlanta, Georgia 30339
United States,
(770) 563-7400
www.worldspan.com

Worldspan is a global provider of mission-critical electronic global distribution and information technology services to the travel industry, operating the second largest distribution system for travel in the United States.


Company Summary

SECTOR

Information Technology

Employees

1,700

Established

1990

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