ABN AMRO strengthens relationship with Tiqets through EUR 25 Million loan for future growth

Amsterdam, Monday June 30th, 2025 – ABN AMRO has announced the provision of a EUR 25 million loan to Tiqets Holding BV (“Tiqets”), a leading global digital platform in the travel experience sector. The financing will be used to refinance Tiqets' existing venture debt facility, enabling significant savings and enhanced flexibility for future growth.

Bas Janssen, Senior Banker Digital and Consumer Clients at ABN AMRO, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration: “We are proud to partner with Tiqets, a company that aligns with our strategic pillar of supporting digital transformation. Tiqets is at the forefront of innovation in the travel experience industry, and we see immense potential for their continued growth. This financing underscores our commitment to fostering technological advancement within the digital sector and our mission to support Dutch Tech.”

Stef Pillen, CFO of Tiqets, shared: “This refinancing marks a milestone for Tiqets, allowing us to reinforce our current commitments and unlock new opportunities for growth. With greater financial flexibility, we can continue to innovate, enhance the accessibility of culture, and expand the capabilities of our platform. Partnering with ABN AMRO is a pivotal step in this journey, and we’re proud to work together in advancing our mission to make culture more accessible to everyone.”

About Tiqets

Founded in 2014, Tiqets is one of the largest online platforms connecting thousands of museums, attractions and tour operators to millions of travelers globally. The company has been growing exponentially since its founding – having raised over EUR 100 million in equity through multiple funding rounds, with Airbnb leading the latest Series C round in 2019.

For over a decade, Tiqets has been an agile innovator in the travel experience market. Through its partnerships with venues such as the Vatican Museums, Sagrada Familia, Louvre and Empire State Building and thousands of tour operators, the company has served over 50 million customers since its inception. This growth underscores the company's resilience and leadership in reshaping access to culture and attractions worldwide. 

ABN AMRO’s mission to support Dutch Tech

ABN AMRO is a leading bank dedicated to supporting clients in various sectors through innovative financial solutions. With a focus on digital transformation, ABN AMRO aims to drive technological progress and foster growth in the digital industry. This transaction exemplifies ABN AMRO's commitment to supporting digital transformation and technological progress in The Netherlands and NW-Europe. ABN AMRO wants to be at the forefront of European capital providers for digital and tech companies, making steps on a daily basis to reduce the gap with regard to North American capital providers for digital companies. ABN AMRO’s digital expertise and sector focus currently results in a fast growing number of lending relationships within the digital and tech space.