Amadeus and Delta Air Lines have announced the signing of a new global distribution agreement, reinforcing a long-standing partnership and reaffirming a commitment to delivering enhanced value and choice to travellers.

The new agreement lays the groundwork for the introduction of NDC (New Distribution Capability) capabilities and will continue to provide Amadeus-connected travel sellers access to the full range of content from the carrier.

The newly extended partnership builds upon the companies’ shared vision of modernising airline distribution and elevating the customer experience.

By leveraging the flexibility of the Amadeus Travel Platform, Delta benefits from the ability to offer expanded options for travellers, including a wide array of products and ancillary services.

“Delta is pleased to provide full content, including NDC, to our indirect channels as part of our comprehensive offering,” said Jeff Lobl, Managing director, distribution strategy and agency sales programs, Delta Air Lines.

“Our renewed partnership with Amadeus including our value‑based commercial structure underscores our dedication to embracing innovative distribution strategies that directly benefit our customers.

“We look forward to collaborating with Amadeus to make our NDC solution available to all Amadeus‑connected travel agents, ensuring our customers receive the best possible travel experience tailored to their needs.”

The Amadeus Travel Platform will continue to make Delta content available across multiple channels, including Amadeus Selling Platform Connect, Amadeus Web Services and Cytric Easy. 

This ensures travel sellers and buyers around the world can easily shop, book, and service the airline’s full range of products and services.

“We are thrilled to expand our partnership with Delta Air Lines through this new agreement,” said Kamal Singhee, senior vice president, airlines, North America, Amadeus.

“It not only reaffirms our commitment to providing full content that drives value to both our Airline and Agency partners, but also further strengthens our position at the forefront of growing NDC adoption.

“This enhanced partnership is yet another example of how we are working to create greater value across the entire travel ecosystem.”