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Co-founders Chirag Agarwal and Arun Bagaria discuss how capital support from August One is backing TravClan’s expansion and platform rollout in Europe

Growing demand from international travel companies is shaping the next phase of operations for TravClan, which is preparing to establish an on-ground presence in Europe. The move reflects the company’s effort to support travel businesses seeking scalable technology and operational infrastructure across regions.
TravClan operates as a B2B platform serving more than 15,000 travel businesses across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Its model focuses on providing a unified operating layer that helps independent travel companies manage supply chains, distribution, and margins in a sector that remains largely fragmented despite its scale. The global B2B travel distribution market accounts for over USD 500 billion in annual bookings, yet many players continue to rely on manual workflows and disconnected systems.

As part of its European entry, TravClan plans to deploy capital support from August One to set up local operations, build supplier partnerships, and roll out its VOLT platform across key markets. VOLT is designed as an API-first connectivity layer that brings together flights, hotels, holidays, and experiences, allowing travel businesses to operate with greater consistency and efficiency.
According to Chirag Agarwal, travel businesses in Europe face challenges similar to those seen in Asia, including fragmented supply, operational inefficiencies, and pressure on margins. He noted that opening the platform to European markets is intended to address these structural gaps while supporting local partnerships.

TravClan’s revenue continues to be driven primarily by its Hotels and Holidays segments, which together contribute more than 80 percent of the company’s earnings. The company has positioned itself as an operating backbone for travel entrepreneurs by simplifying access to inventory, improving pricing visibility, and reducing dependence on manual processes.
From an investor perspective, Sameer Narula said the firm supports businesses that use technology to modernise traditional industries. He highlighted TravClan’s ability to connect agents, suppliers, and on-ground services within a single system as a key factor behind the investment.

Looking ahead, Arun Bagaria emphasised that the company’s focus remains on empowering independent travel agencies rather than competing with large online travel platforms. He pointed to shared infrastructure and advanced tools as ways to help smaller operators improve competitiveness and customer experience.
TravClan has raised over USD 8 million to date and has been recognised among LinkedIn’s Top 20 Startups in India for two consecutive years. Its planned expansion into Europe signals growing international demand for unified platforms that address the operational realities of travel businesses across borders.

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