Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (July 18, 2024) – SIXT USA, a subsidiary of Sixt SE – a global leader in premium mobility services – announces the opening of its newest car rental branch today at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Car rental reservations can be made now at SIXT.com or via the SIXT app. 

Conveniently located at 7979 Airport Blvd, Houston, TX 77061, this new branch will offer a premium fleet featuring a diverse selection of standard and luxury coupes, sedans, and SUVs. Customers can choose various vehicles to suit their needs, preferences, and budgets. 

The opening solidifies SIXT’s presence in Texas where it now operates eight car rental branches in the state’s largest cities including Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. 

“We are excited to announce the opening of our second airport location in Houston at Hobby Airport, which served 14 million passengers in 2023," said Tom Kennedy, President, SIXT North America. "This new branch brings our total to four locations in this dynamic city. Houston, known for its rich history, iconic landmarks and foothold in the energy and tech business landscapes, is an important hub for business and leisure travelers alike. Our expansion in Houston reinforces our commitment to delivering premium mobility services in Texas.” 

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The new Houston location joins a growing list of recent branch openings including Milwaukee International Airport, Kansas City International Airport, Tucson International Airport, Washington D.C. Union Station, Denver Cherry Creek, Miami Doral, Westin Boston Seaport, and Jersey City Newport Centre, among others. It also follows the recent expansion of ride-hailing and chauffer services offered in North America through SIXT ride as part of SIXT’s previously announced partnership with Blacklane. 

"At William P. Hobby Airport, North America's first and only 5-star airport, our commitment to excellence in service and passenger experience remains unwavering. Welcoming Sixt Rental Car to our facility aligns perfectly with the mission and vision of Houston Airports—to connect the people, businesses, cultures, and economies of the world to Houston,” said Francisco Cuellar, Chief Commercial Development Officer for Houston Airports. “As Hobby Airport continues to grow and welcome more passengers, it’s crucial that we partner with companies like Sixt that offer safe and reliable vehicles as passengers navigate every corner of the Houston region for business or pleasure.”

In just a little over a decade, the United States has become the most important growth market for SIXT. Today, SIXT operates more than 100 rental branches in 25 states, employs more than 2,000 team members, and now serves 49 of the most important airports across the country. In addition, by launching operations in Canada in 2022, SIXT is tapping into another billion-dollar market that also offers potential for synergies with its U.S. operations. 

About SIXT 

Sixt SE with its registered office in Pullach near Munich, is a leading international provider of high-quality mobility services. With its products SIXT rent, SIXT share, SIXT ride and SIXT+ on the mobility platform ONE the company offers a uniquely integrated premium mobility service across the fields of vehicle and commercial vehicle rental, car sharing, ride hailing and car subscriptions. The products can be booked through the SIXT App, which also integrates the services of its renowned mobility partners. SIXT has a presence in more than 100 countries around the globe. The company stands for consistent customer orientation, a lived culture of innovation with strong technological competence, a high proportion of premium vehicles in the fleet and an attractive price-performance ratio. In 2023 Sixt Group achieved consolidated pre-tax earnings of EUR 464.3 million and another significant increase in consolidated revenue to EUR 3.62 billion.