Rail Europe Welcomes Klaus Kreher as New Head of Carriers Management
Rail Europe, the go-to brand for European train booking, is delighted to announce the appointment of Klaus Kreher as its new Head of Carriers Management. Klaus brings extensive experience to the role, having held senior leadership positions in the travel and transportation industries.
In his new position, Klaus will be responsible for managing Rail Europe’s relationship with European train operators. He will work to identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing carriers, as well as expand the company’s product offerings by adding new partners to its catalogue.
Rail Europe President & CEO, Björn Bender, commented, “Klaus brings invaluable experience and expertise to our team and will play a pivotal role in expanding our carrier partnerships and strengthening our position as a one-stop-shop for train tickets. His proven track record in managing global carrier relationships and his deep understanding of travel tech companies will be key assets as we continue to grow and evolve our offerings.”
Klaus started his career in tourism and then worked for Deutsche Bahn, where he helped build the first call center outside of Germany. His path then took him into commercial roles with Travelport, the global distribution system, and Trainline, where he managed global carrier relationships.
“I am excited to join Rail Europe and work with this global team to build on the company’s success as the reference brand for European train booking,” said Klaus Kreher. “I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive growth and innovation in our carrier partnerships, enhance our product offerings, and provide an exceptional experience to Rail Europe’s customers.”
Klaus’ appointment is effective immediately. He will be based in Rail Europe’s headquarters in Paris, France.