Aug17: TIRUN Travel Marketing, India’s cruise vacation specialist, has appointed Dhriti Kapur as its Chief Business Officer. The appointment comes at a significant stage in the company’s growth as it strengthens its leadership team to accelerate business expansion, deepen industry partnerships and unlock new opportunities across the travel ecosystem.
With over 15 years of experience spanning tourism, destination marketing, brand strategy, business development and strategic partnerships, Dhriti joins TIRUN after a successful stint with Singapore Tourism Board . At STB, her focus was on building the destination brand and strengthening engagement across the travel trade ecosystem, while developing strategic partnerships with key online travel agencies, airline partners and other industry stakeholders to drive tourism growth from India. During her tenure at STB, a key focus was strengthening cruise tourism from the Indian market, with the role being instrumental in building cruise volumes from India and developing strategic partnerships that supported sustained market growth.
In her role as Chief Business Officer, Dhriti will lead TIRUN’s business growth strategy, strengthen relationships across the travel trade, identify new partnership opportunities and support the company’s long-term expansion plans.
Commenting on the appointment, Varun Chadha, CEO, TIRUN Travel Marketing, said,
“India’s appetite for experiential travel continues to grow, and cruising is becoming an increasingly important part of that journey. As we look to expand our business and strengthen our position in the market, building a leadership team with deep industry expertise is critical. Dhriti brings an exceptional understanding of the travel ecosystem, strong strategic relationships and a proven track record of driving market growth. Her appointment reflects our commitment to investing in the future of the business while creating greater value for our trade partners and customers.”
Speaking on her appointment, Dhriti Kapur, Chief Business Officer, TIRUN Travel Marketing, said,
“I am excited to join TIRUN at a defining moment for both the company and the cruise industry. TIRUN has played a pioneering role in shaping India’s cruise market for more than three decades, and I look forward to working closely with our cruise line partners, travel trade community and the talented team at TIRUN to strengthen partnerships, unlock new opportunities and contribute to the company’s next phase of growth.”
Dhriti’s appointment aligns with TIRUN’s vision of strengthening its leadership capabilities as demand for cruise vacations continues to grow among Indian travellers. Alongside its leadership in cruise holidays, the company is focused on expanding strategic partnerships and creating greater value across the broader travel ecosystem.
With more than 30 years of experience, TIRUN Travel Marketing has established itself as India’s most trusted cruise specialist, representing some of the world’s leading cruise brands and offering access to more than 300 destinations and over 3,000 itineraries worldwide. The appointment of Dhriti Kapur reinforces the company’s commitment to driving sustainable growth, fostering stronger industry collaborations and shaping the future of cruise travel in India.
