Paul Howell
Jun 14, 2011

Tourism Australia selects OMD for US$190m media account

SYDNEY - Tourism Australia has appointed OMD for its global media services account, covering media planning and buying, search marketing and optimisation, and social media marketing. It will take over from Carat from 1 July.

Tourism Australia has switched its media planning account to OMD
Tourism Australia has switched its media planning account to OMD

According to media reports, the full account will be worth US$190 million.

Tourism Australia managing director Andrew McEvoy said OMD will take over from Carat, after the expiry of its existing contract. “Tourism marketing is constantly evolving and the expiry of our existing global media services contract provided us with an opportunity to test the market again, in line with Tourism Australia’s long-term strategy and goals," he said. "OMD demonstrated creativity, consistency and a depth of talent on a global basis, as well as a real enthusiasm for our business, and we’re really pleased to have them on board.”

“Carat has done a great job for us over the past six years, including helping to roll out our current global brand campaign, 'There’s nothing like Australia', and I’d like to thank them for their efforts," he added.

Barry Cupples, CEO of OMG Asia Pacific, welcomed Tourism Australia to the group's portfolio. "This was a fantastic collaboration from start to finish and one which showcased how well our global/regional community came together to support our Australian colleagues in pitching,” he said.

The new arrangements will start on 1 July 2011 and run for three years, with an option to extend the contract for two further 12 month periods.

Source:
Campaign Asia

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