Global travel management and events business the ATPI Group is moving its head office to Manchester as part of its plans for rapid growth in the UK.
The company will relocate its head office to Manchester but retain its London office.
The head office will move to refurbished offices with capacity for 75 people on March 21. Head office staff will work alongside the existing Manchester-based team, while the company will continue to offer hybrid working worldwide.
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The group will continue to invest in sales, operations and account management staff at its London office to service existing and new clients.
As part of the company’s commitment to its new head office in Manchester, it is supporting several projects in the city to help make a positive impact on the local community.
ATPI recently became patron of The HideOut Youth Zone, which acts as a safe haven for thousands of young people and people with additional needs to enjoy some leisure time. ATPI will support the youth zone by providing work experience and mentoring opportunities for young people to develop enterprise skills and confidence.
The business has also confirmed it will continue to support the Belle Vue Aces speedway team based in the south east of Manchester this year.
ATPI chief executive Ian Sinderson said: “We’re thrilled to be starting a new chapter in Manchester, making considerable investments into the city with creation of our head office in north west England and various community engagement projects.
“Increasing our support for organisations dedicated to making a positive impact on society, particularly amongst young people, such as the HideOut Youth Zone and Belle Vue Aces, is part of our commitment to ensuring that the city we call home benefits from our presence in as many ways as possible.”
He added: “The HideOut Youth Zone provides vital life-skills education, acting as an inspirational support system for low-income families across Manchester, while Belle Vue Aces’ work sets the bar for the ongoing development of British Speedway and its juniors. We’re excited to be involved with these organisations and the important work they do for our community.”
The group has more than 100 offices worldwide and operates in corporate travel, corporate event management, online travel technology and specialist travel management for a number of key industries, including the energy and shipping sectors, as well as sports events.
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