bconfirmed that it has signed a new partnership agreement until 2014 with Hertz which will see Ryanair passengers gain access to the Hertz car rental convenience and best value rates.  This partnership has proven hugely successful so far with growth of over 70% in the number of Ryanair passengers renting Hertz vehicles over the last four years.
 
Ryanair’s Deputy Chief Executive, Michael Cawley said: “Ryanair continues to rapidly grow passenger numbers by delivering the guaranteed lowest fares and no fuel surcharges.  We are pleased that our growth has also proven successful for Hertz who have enjoyed over 70% growth in Ryanair car hires over the last four years. 
 
“This partnership has allowed Ryanair passengers to access Hertz’s great value car hire and we are confident that millions more Ryanair passengers will opt for Hertz car rentals when they travel on any of Ryanair’s guaranteed lowest fare flights.”
 
Michel Taride, President of Hertz Europe, said: “Hertz and Ryanair share a commitment to provide a great travel experience that offers superior access, flexibility and value. As leading providers of car rental and air travel, the partnership between Hertz and Ryanair offers travellers convenience and choice at over 200 key airport destinations across Europe.”