Sabre has partnered with All Nippon Airways (ANA) to launch a pioneering initiative that will transform the future of airline distribution. This collaboration unveils ANA’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) content through the innovative SabreMosaic
Travel Marketplace, a move that allows airlines to engage directly with customers in a more dynamic and personalized manner. By leveraging the power of NDC, this partnership is set to redefine how airlines distribute their services, providing greater flexibility and tailored experiences to travelers, ultimately revolutionizing the industry’s approach to booking and selling air travel.
Sabre and ANA Partner to Launch NDC Content via SabreMosaic Travel Marketplace
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a renowned global leader in travel technology, has taken a major step forward by partnering with All Nippon Airways (ANA) to introduce New Distribution Capability (NDC) content through the SabreMosaic Travel Marketplace. This partnership marks a groundbreaking milestone in the travel industry, as ANA becomes the first Japanese airline to offer its NDC content via this innovative platform.
A New Era for Airline Distribution
New Distribution Capability (NDC) is a set of technology standards developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) that revolutionises the way airlines distribute their products. Through NDC, airlines can offer a broader range of tailored services to travellers, ranging from unique fare bundles to personalised offers. This marks a shift away from the traditional distribution methods, enabling airlines to connect directly with customers and agencies in a more seamless, dynamic, and efficient manner.
By partnering with Sabre, ANA is enhancing its content distribution capabilities, aligning itself with the future of the airline industry. SabreMosaic Travel Marketplace, known for its advanced capabilities and user-friendly interface, allows travel agencies to access ANA’s NDC content easily. Now, agencies in more than 40 countries, connected to Sabre’s global network, can access, book, and manage ANA’s new and innovative offerings through a streamlined cloud-native platform. This cloud-based solution provides flexibility and scalability, designed to evolve alongside shifting market demands.
A Longstanding Partnership Between Sabre and ANA
This collaboration further strengthens the longstanding relationship between Sabre and ANA, which dates back many years. ANA has been leveraging Sabre’s traditional content distribution, network planning, and optimisation technologies for quite some time. The addition of NDC content to this relationship marks the next phase in a partnership built on trust and innovation. Sabre’s proven technology infrastructure is a perfect match for ANA’s evolving needs, enabling the airline to expand its reach and provide a more diverse range of services to its customers.
This new capability allows ANA to take full advantage of the flexibility and efficiency provided by the SabreMosaic Travel Marketplace. Travel agents connected to Sabre can now tap into ANA’s rich set of offerings, improving both the booking experience for customers and the management process for agencies. This integration ensures that ANA’s offerings, including bespoke fare options and premium services, will be presented clearly and efficiently across Sabre’s vast travel agency network.
Unlocking Opportunities for Travel Agencies
The introduction of ANA’s NDC content via SabreMosaic offers travel agencies the chance to tap into new, innovative products, unlocking opportunities for both corporate and leisure travellers. As the demand for personalised travel experiences continues to rise, agencies now have the ability to book a wider array of services and products tailored to individual customer preferences. This not only enhances the customer experience but also opens up new revenue streams for travel agencies.
With access to ANA’s NDC content, agents can offer more competitive and diverse options, providing a richer service to their clients. This is a crucial step forward as the travel industry looks to modernise and adapt to the rapidly changing demands of customers. For ANA, this partnership means a direct link to thousands of travel agents, reaching more customers with its innovative services.
Looking Ahead
The integration of NDC into SabreMosaic marks a significant turning point in the evolution of airline distribution. As Sabre and ANA continue to work closely together, this collaboration is set to pave the way for more airlines to embrace NDC, transforming the travel distribution landscape for years to come. By combining ANA’s world-class airline services with Sabre’s cutting-edge technology, this partnership offers a glimpse into the future of travel booking and distribution. For both ANA and travel agents worldwide, this partnership is a clear indication that the future of travel is evolving in a digital-first, customer-centric direction.
As the industry continues to adapt to new technologies and demands, this partnership stands as a testament to the power of innovation and collaboration in shaping the future of travel.
“ANA is dedicated to enhancing the overall customer experience, including the purchasing journey,” said Keiji Omae, Executive Vice President of Customer Experience at All Nippon Airways. “Our partnership with Sabre enables ANA’s NDC initiative to deliver greater reach and more diverse distribution channels to meet customer needs. We are delighted to offer broader choices and more enriching experiences through SabreMosaic Travel Marketplace ”
“We’re thrilled to activate NDC content distribution for All Nippon Airways,” said Chris Wilding, Senior Vice President, Airline Distribution, Sabre. “This achievement represents both Sabre and All Nippon Airways’ commitment to creating new value for the travel industry by innovating how air travel is retailed. NDC is a key pillar of our strategy to provide the content, capabilities and expertise airlines need to create and distribute their offers consistently across channels, and to help agencies access multiple types of content efficiently, at scale.”
Sabre has partnered with ANA to introduce groundbreaking NDC content via the SabreMosaic Travel Marketplace, transforming airline distribution. This collaboration enables ANA to engage directly with customers, offering personalized, dynamic travel experiences. By leveraging NDC technology, the partnership sets a new standard in how airlines distribute services, enhancing flexibility and customer interaction.
Sabre maintains its leadership in the NDC space, with All Nippon Airways now part of its premier NDC portfolio on the SabreMosaic Travel Marketplace. This addition complements Sabre’s extensive offerings, which include traditional content, over 150 low-cost carriers, two million accommodation options, as well as top rail and car rental providers.
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