Acquisition of Groupcorner

bnetwork Strengthens its Leadership with Acquisition of Groupcorner's Congress Accommodation Management Division  

Paris, January 22, 2025 – bnetwork, a SaaS accommodation management company specializing in large-scale international B2B events, announces the acquisition of Groupcorner's congress accommodation management business. Groupcorner is renowned for its group booking solutions across Europe. 

A Strategic Acquisition for Ambitious Growth 

This strategic move marks a new chapter in bnetwork's growth, solidifying its position as a leader in large-scale event accommodation management. With Groupcorner's extensive network, bnetwork enhances its ability to offer solutions throughout France. This acquisition is part of an ongoing effort to improve user experience and strengthen relationships with industry partners. 

Statement from Management 

"We are proud to integrate Groupcorner's congress accommodation management into bnetwork. This acquisition reflects our ambition to become the go-to reference for large-scale event accommodation solutions, both nationally and internationally. We are committed to continuing our mission by developing innovative services that meet the evolving market demands," says Leonor Lopes Gil, Managing Director of bnetwork.

"Groupcorner is pleased to see its Congress business join bnetwork, a key player in large-scale event accommodation management. bnetwork's recognised expertise will allow Groupcorner's long-standing clients to continue enjoying high-quality service for their future events. This sale will enable Groupcorner to focus on its successful hotel software business, Backyou, which has been thriving for the past three years," says Antoine de Corson, President of Groupcorner. 

About bnetwork 

bnetwork is an international leader in accommodation solutions for professional events and large gatherings. With strategically located offices in Europe, bnetwork supports over 200 events annually across 40 destinations, offering personalised solutions that combine expertise, technology, and innovation. 

About Groupcorner 

Groupcorner operates two main activities: 

1. Backyou, a group and seminar management software for hotels and hotel chains, used by over 1,100 establishments in Europe. 

2. GCongress, providing accommodation management solutions for large events, a business now acquired by bnetwork.