Qantas reaches new distribution deal
Travelport has signed a multiyear agreement with Qantas that includes distribution of the Australian carrier’s content and integration of its recently announced NDC platform, the QDP.
Travelport’s Rich Content and Branding merchandising solution has been deployed, giving over 65,000 of Travelport-connected travel agencies globally access to images of cabins and meals.
These agents will also be able to book ancillaries, such as extra legroom seating.
Travelport is the first GDS operator to be granted the highest certification by IATA for its New Distribution Capability airline distribution technology.
Qantas is aiming to become one of the first airlines to deploy NDC content later this year.
Stephen Shurrock, Travelport’s Chief Commercial Officer, said: "This agreement is testament to Qantas’ commendable forward-looking vision.
"Travelport is proud to be a global pioneer of NDC connections with the airline. Whether it’s the deployment of Rich Content and Branding or our new NDC capabilities, Travelport is uniquely equipped to support Qantas in optimising content distribution globally."
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