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The new franchise operation in Costa Rica will provide services across the country, including San Jose, and at airports and urban areas.
February 17, 2023
The Finalrentals Costa Rica location will be led by seasoned entrepreneur and woman in business María José Zúniga R.
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Finalrentals announced expansion into Costa Rica, with a partnership secured by seasoned entrepreneur and woman in business María José Zúniga R.
“The senior management of Finalrentals met with us in London in November, said Zúniga R in a statement. "It was fantastic to learn that this brand has been developing globally, and we are excited to bring Costa Rica to this amazing team.”
“We are the most gender-balanced brand, and we believe in equal opportunities," added Ammar Akhtar the founder and CEO of Finalrentals. "Costa Rica is an extraordinary country, and we are delighted to offer Finalrentals to Costa Rica under the able guidance of María.”
The new Latin-American location will be fully operational and provide services across the country, including San Jose, with services available for airports and urban areas.
As of 2023, UK-based Finalrentals has added 23 more nations to its global network of vehicle rental partnership programs.
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