ASTA says new CRS rules are significant victory
The Department of Transportation’s announcement it will deregulate CRS systems is a “significant” victory, according to the American Society of Travel Agents. ASTA’s goal through its lobbying and regulatory efforts was to prevent adoption of the original proposed rules, which would have been “fatal to many travel agencies,” according to ASTA president and CEO Richard Copland. The DOT will drop most of its rules governing CRS’s on January 31. The agency said it was acting in recognition of the continued importance of the travel agency distribution system to consumers. While the DOT “sees itself as committed primarily to assuring the well-being of airlines rather than distributors, it’s clear ASTA’s message came through,” according to Mr Copland. As evidence, he cited ASTA’s comments and survey information cited 70 times throughout the DOT decision. Sabre Holdings in a news release also called the move a “victory” for consumers and the entire travel industry. “This move will enhance competition and innovation in the travel industry,” Sabre said.
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