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Ticketmaster buys Belgian ticketing firm
By Chris Cooke | Published on Thursday 11 September 2014
Live Nation’s Ticketmaster continues its world expansion with the announcement earlier this week that it has bought Belgian ticketing company Sherpa.be. People working for the Brussels-based ticketing firm will now join the recently launch Ticketmaster Belgium.
Sherpa founder Hubert Laterre told reporters: “This is a great moment for Sherpa.be. Joining the most innovative ticket agent is the ultimate reward of years of work led by a team of dedicated professionals. Thanks to Ticketmaster, we will be able to explore new opportunities. I’m really looking forward to being part of the team as we enter this new phase of the company”.
Meanwhile the boss of Ticketmaster International Mark Yovich said: “With operations in thirteen European countries, this expansion in Belgium is another strategic step for Ticketmaster International as we continue to provide the most innovative products and services in the ticketing industry. We are pleased to be welcoming Hubert and look forward to working with the Sherpa.be team going forward”.
