Driving Our Mission Forward as the New APPLE WORLD
On October 1, 2024, APPLE WORLD INC. merged with TSD Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of ZIGExN Co., Ltd., marking the beginning of a new chapter in our corporate journey. This integration enhances our capabilities and accelerates our shared mission: To empower travelers and those who support them to step confidently into the future.
Since its founding in 1991, APPLE WORLD has grown into one of the industry’s largest land operator aggregators. Our hotel booking platform features over 170,000 properties across 150 countries. We serve more than 3,000 domestic travel agencies, as well as individual travelers, providing both domestic and international flight booking services. TSD has spent two decades supporting travel agencies through international air ticketing, hotel arrangements, and comprehensive credit card merchant services. By uniting the strengths of both companies, APPLE WORLD is uniquely positioned to deliver even greater value to the travel industry.
Through this integration, we are building a seamless structure that leverages our technological expertise and operational capabilities across all services. While preserving the distinctiveness of each offering, we will continue to respond to the evolving needs of travelers and the industry by delivering flexible, integrated travel solutions.
Moving forward, APPLE WORLD INC. will proactively pursue M&A opportunities to strengthen our product lineup, promote digital transformation (DX), and expand internationally. Our goal is to offer an even wider selection of combined travel services for sustainable growth.
A Message from Our CEO
In October 2024, APPLE WORLD INC. and TSD Inc. came together to form the new APPLE WORLD INC., united under one mission: "To empower travelers and everyone who supports them to step confidently into the future."
Over the past three decades, APPLE WORLD has built a comprehensive portfolio of travel solutions, while TSD has provided industry-leading B2B support. Together, we now offer a wide range of B2B and B2C services—including hotel and flight reservations for agencies, credit card merchant services, and online booking platforms for individual travelers.
As we move forward, we honor the legacy of both companies while maximizing synergies through technology. Travel enables new discoveries, unforgettable moments, and deeper connections with diverse cultures. Through the power of travel, APPLE WORLD aims to create a brighter future for travelers and the people who support them.
October 1, 2024
Takeshi Fukada
President and CEO
APPLE WORLD INC.