The Hertz Corporation, the world’s largest general use car rental brand, announced that Hertz has been named “Best Car/Campervan Rental Operator” in the inaugural New Zealand Travel Industry Awards.

The prize was awarded by a panel of judges who assessed competitors across nine criteria including business performance, customer service, internal culture and innovation. Hertz defeated four other finalists to win the accolade.

Mark P. Frissora, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer for The Hertz Corporation, said:  “Hertz is honored and delighted to be recognized as the best car rental and campervan operator in New Zealand.  It is also very exciting to be the first car rental operator to be so named in this prestigious, new Travel Industry Awards program.  This award is testament to the hard work and commitment of all of our employees in Hertz New Zealand, as well as a reflection of the quality of the cars, vans, campervans, motorhomes and other services we offer.”

The New Zealand Travel Industry Awards serves to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the country’s travel industry.