TBM Staff - Mumbai Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a prominent software and technology provider for the global travel industry, and Spotnana, the pioneering Travel-as-a-Service platform revitalizing travel industry infrastructure, have announced a substantial enhancement of their current partnership. This includes the integration of Sabre’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) content.
This extended collaboration empowers travel management companies (TMCs) and corporate travellers with a wider range of travel options, including personalized offers and bundled services. This not only simplifies the booking experience but also provides TMCs and corporate buyers with increased flexibility in choosing how to source and manage NDC content.
The integration seamlessly blends NDC content with existing booking functionalities within Spotnana’s Travel-as-a-Service platform. TMCs can effortlessly compare and book NDC offers alongside traditional options, streamlining the entire booking process. Spotnana’s platform also supports comprehensive NDC servicing capabilities, ensuring a smooth post-booking experience.
“Spotnana is committed to delivering a frictionless travel experience for corporate travellers, and this expanded partnership with Sabre is a significant step forward,” said Bill Brindle, Vice President, Content and Commercials at Spotnana. He also added, “By integrating Sabre’s NDC content, we’re empowering travel management companies to offer their clients a wider variety of flight options, including more choices for amenities and preferred seating, while streamlining the shopping booking process..”
This partnership reinforces both companies’ commitment to an open platform approach. Spotnana’s travel platform works with any source of content, including NDC content from multiple providers, allowing TMCs to thrive in a dynamic landscape. Sabre’s API-first approach allows travel agencies, corporations and online booking tools to flexibly access the content from leading airlines, striking the right balance between personalization, policy and price.
“Sabre is a leader in NDC adoption, and we are constantly seeking new ways to bring the benefits of this technology to the corporate travel sector,” said Kathy Morgan, Vice President, Product Management at Sabre Travel Solutions. “Our expanded partnership with Spotnana allows us to reach a wider audience of corporate travellers and travel management companies. By working together, we can unlock the full potential of NDC and create a more personalized travel experience for business travellers around the world.”
