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Amadeus: European Union legislation to revolutionise rail travel
Imminent European Union legislation could prove to be the catalyst for expediential growth in long-haul rail travel, according to experts at tech giant Amadeus. Research from the organisation suggests the impending fourth package of railway liberalisation, due to be fully implemented by 2018, could prove to be a major milestone for rail travel.
Amadeus to head EU Roadmap to a Single European Transport Area project
All Ways Travelling, an Amadeus-led consortium comprised of BeNe Rail, IATA, Thales, UNIFE and Zeppelin University, has been appointed by the European Commission to develop and validate a model for a multimodal pan-European passenger transport information and booking system. The appointment of the consortium forms one of the initiatives adopted by the European Commission within its Roadmap to a Single European Transport Area.
Travel Tech Show at WTM signs Amadeus as partner
The Travel Tech Show at WTM has signed a high-profile year-round partnership with Amadeus, which sees the global distribution system and leading travel technology supplier host the event’s VIP lounge. The Amadeus VIP Lounge at WTM will be the centre-piece of The Travel Tech Show at WTM available for the industry’s VIPs and senior executives.
Amadeus signs long-term deal with Griffin Global Group
Amadeus has signed an agreement with Griffin Global Group, a global travel agency specialised in the marine, offshore and cruise industries, renewing and extending its partnership with the agency worldwide. This long term partnership builds on a ten-year relationship established with Griffin, who will be able to access Amadeus’ content in over 20 markets across all continents via Amadeus Selling Platform and Amadeus Web Services.
Breaking Travel News interview: Thomas Davenport on the role of big data
Following the publication of a groundbreaking Amadeus-sponsored report examining the utilisation of big data in the tourism sector, author Thomas Davenport here sits down with Breaking Travel News to discuss just what this technological revolution could mean for tourism industry.
Big data holds potential to transform tourism industry, argues new report
Big data has the potential to transform how travel companies deliver services to travellers, according to a major independent global study released today. The study cautions, however, that the industry is at a ‘big data crossroads’, and that businesses must make big data an urgent priority in order to truly maximise its benefits and ensure a more intelligent and responsive travel experience in the process.
Amadeus Cruise Shop launched to meet growing demand
New figures released today by Amadeus show there are great opportunities ahead for travel agents to capitalise on UK travellers’ appetites for cruise holidays, with many being tempted by far-flung destinations and the thought of exploring the world. The representative survey of over 2,000 UK adults was conducted in May by YouGov on behalf of Amadeus UK and Ireland.
Amadeus launches new suite of airport solutions
Amadeus has reached agreement with Munich and Copenhagen airports to jointly work in the development and implementation of two new airport IT solutions. The products - Amadeus Airport Sequence Manager and Amadeus Airport Fixed Resource Optimiser – will form part of Amadeus’ new suite of solutions for airports.
Amadeus: Self-booking tools power corporate travel
New statistics released by Amadeus show travellers are being provided with the tools they need to manage their travel, and a majority are making use of those tools. The results are taken from a survey of over 600 buyers of business travel from a variety of different industries and businesses, conducted between March and April 2013.
Amadeus Cruise Shop prepares for commercial launch
Amadeus has announced the launch of Amadeus Cruise Shop, a locally developed business-to-business shopping application that builds on the long-standing success of Amadeus Cruise. According to industry figures, approximately 1.8 million Brits are expected to take an ocean cruise holiday in 2013.
Amadeus signs content agreement with Thai Airways
Amadeus and Thai Airways International, the flag carrier of Thailand, have signed a long-term, full content agreement that enables the airline to reach Amadeus’ network of travel agencies across the world. Amadeus users worldwide will now have guaranteed access to the entire range of fares, schedules and availability relating to more than 18 million seats sold annually by THAI and its new brand, THAI Smile.
European Investment Bank offers continued support to Amadeus
The European Investment Bank, the European Union’s long-term financing institution, has granted a second loan for Amadeus IT Group, subsidiary of Amadeus IT Holding, with the latter acting as the guarantor of the transaction. The unsecured loan of €150 million has a nine year maturity.