Eri Sugiura
Stories by Eri Sugiura
Indian hotel startup Oyo’s Japan unit sells long-suffering residential biz
Oyo has struggled with the unit's lackluster performance since its launch two years ago.
Malaysia’s AirAsia bets on superapp to counter Grab, Gojek
The budget carrier has launched an app aiming to be the "ASEAN superapp for everyone."
SoftBank-backed OYO to merge Japan hotel and residential units
Pressure from the COVID-19 outbreak has pushed OYO to restructure just over a year after its launch in Japan.
Indian startup Oyo rolls out welcome mat at Japan’s traditional inns
Oyo has signed up 1,000 ryokans (traditional Japanese inns) to its online platform as it recalibrates its growth plans.
SoftBank-backed hotel chain Oyo torn between profits and growth
At a time when the startup is ramping up its Japan operations, its profit model has become a big debate.
Indonesian unicorn Traveloka ‘still in growth mode,’ says Henry Hendrawan
President of Traveloka Group Operations Hendrawan attributes Traveloka's success to its focus on the needs of Indonesians and Southeast Asians.
Vietnamese airline Vietjet plans e-commerce foray to shore up revenues
Vietjet aims to roll out the service within two years, in partnership with banks, hotels and other companies.
Budget airline AirAsia opens digital arm to investors ahead of possible IPO
AirAsia will open its digital business arm RedBeat to outside investors within the year ahead of a possible IPO, as it strives to become the "Amazon
