GDS

Global
Presence

For 30 years, GDS has been committed to helping businesses become great global companies.

To continue this tradition, we have developed a unique global representation platform of professionals operating in the Americas, Europe and Asia. We are the only global platform dedicated specifically to the ocean and cruise industry focused solely on the small and middle markets around the world.

Our worldwide reach allows us to review all opportunities from an international perspective. We are dedicated to providing high-potential companies with the capital, insight, strategic support and operational expertise necessary to transform them into global industry leaders.

Our teams tap into local insights which are leveraged around the world. Further, we utilize our global Partnership network to optimize the investment performance of portfolio companies around the world.

  • $5 billion

    in collective cruise and river boat revenues

  • 65/3

    With sixty-five locations across three continents, GDS has an unparalleled global network of maritime leisure industry sector-focused offices run by highly experienced travel industry executives and influencers

  • 125+

    With approximately 130 employees, including over 75 sales and marketing professionals, GDS’s experienced and focused team leverages deep industry knowledge and exceptional operational expertise

  • 1980’s

    With partnerships founded over 30 years ago, GDS’s team represents one of the oldest and most experienced companies with a long legacy of success