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Amadeus launches new booking tool with AirAsia
Amadeus has joined forces with AirAsia’s new Philippines-based subsidiary to launch Amadeus LCC Smart – a new booking tool specifically designed for low-cost airlines.
The tool offers airline content using a web-like interface within the Amadeus GDS, rather than the traditional ‘green screen’ booking platform. Amadeus said the solution has been designed to “reduce the complexity of the booking process by simplifying the number of key strokes required to finalise a booking”. As well as flights, agents will also be able to book AirAsia’s ancillary services such as baggage, meals and pre-allocated seats.
Amadeus LCC Smart was developed to run alongside Amadeus Ticketless Access, a solution that displays real-time fares and flight information from LCCs.
“Amadeus LCC Smart optimises workflow for travel agents with the familiar AirAsia website interface, but without the need to learn different commands or leave the Amadeus Selling Platform,” said David Brett, president of Amadeus Asia Pacific. “It will enable travel agents to find flight options to suit a broader range of needs, especially for travellers who are particularly budget-conscious”.
Delta to sell premium economy seats via Travelport
Delta Air Lines and Travelport have reached agreement to sell the airline’s premium economy seats, Economy Comfort, through Travelport’s Galileo, Worldspan or Apollo global distribution systems (GDS).
“Partnering with Travelport broadens the availability of this popular product to Travelport-affiliated travel agents. We are always willing to work with partners like Travelport who bring value to the distribution chain and can deliver our product on a cost-effective basis,” said Wayne Aaron, Delta’s Vice President of Marketing Programs & Distribution Strategy.
Delta’s Economy Comfort features three-four inches (7.6-10.2cm) of additional legroom and, on long-haul international flights, up to 50% more recline than standard economy class seats. Economy Comfort is available on all Delta mainline aircraft.
