Ticketmaster Acquires Australian Company Moshtix

Global ticketing giant Ticketmaster has today announced the acquisition of Australian ticket provider Moshtix.

Formed in 2003, Moshtix now specialises in general admission events across a variety of genres and currently works with some of Australia's biggest and renowned operators and venues including Groovin The Moo festival and Sydney's historic Oxford Art Factory. 

Moshtix's head off in Sydney will continue to operate as a stand-alone business under its Managing Director, Harley Evans. 

“Ticketmaster is undoubtedly the world leader in ticketing and is the ideal partner for us to take Moshtix to the next level," Evans said.

"We are confident that together we can deliver an incredible combination of industry-leading ticketing technology and locally tailored services and marketing that will better serve the independent and general admission market.” 

Managing Director of Ticketmaster Australia and New Zealand, Maria O'Connor has also welcomed the partnership with Moshtix. 

“Moshtix has a rich 15- year history and during this time have developed a reputation for being extremely hard-working and passionate about what they do," O'Connor said.

"Their mission to 'make live easy' by delivering a seamless connection between partner, fan and the artist is shared with us. We look forward to working with them to help fans discover, share and experience the live entertainment they love."