Amadeus News
Gallego to lead Corporations segment at Amadeus
Amadeus has announced that Ángel Gallego has been appointed executive vice president of the Corporations segment in Travel Channels, effective immediately.
Southwest Airlines selects Amadeus Sky Suite by Optym
At the core of every airline is its flight schedule – how it manages thousands of flights carrying millions of passengers to cities around the world.
Bangkok Airways partners with Amadeus for tech overhaul
Bangkok Airways has chosen Amadeus Altéa passenger service system to deliver an extensive transformation of its core technology systems.
Malaysia Airlines partners with Amadeus for new chatbot
Malaysia Airlines has launched MHchat, a new feature which helps travellers’ book flights and pay through the popular social media app, Facebook Messenger.
Flight Centre rolls out new chauffeur options following Amadeus deal
Flight Centre Travel Group has overhauled its ground transport booking services for clients of its business travel divisions, FCM Travel Solutions and Corporate Traveller, with the launch of Amadeus’ transfers content.
Amadeus signs new Carlson Wagonlit Travel partnership
Amadeus has signed a multi-year renewal and expansion of a long-term business partnership with Carlson Wagonlit Travel to provide technology.
Amadeus grows hospitality operations with US$1.5bn deal for TravelClick
Amadeus has agreed to acquire TravelClick from Thoma Bravo, a private equity investment firm, for US$1.52 billion. TravelClick, which is headquartered in New York, is a global hospitality provider that serves more than 25,000 customers across 176 countries.
Amadeus signs new partners for NDC-X program
Amadeus has announced that American Express Global Business Travel and Carlson Wagonlit Travel will join the NDC-X program to help pilot Amadeus’ new NDC-enabled solution.
Avianca to allow direct booking through Skyscanner
The pioneering integration, powered by Amadeus Altéa, makes Avianca one of the first airlines in North or South America to sell directly within the Skyscanner marketplace using IATA’s new distribution capability.
Amadeus sees increase in profits for first half of 2018
Tech giant Amadeus has reported an adjusted profit of €607 million for the first half of 2018. The figure represents growth of 6.1 per cent compared to the same period last year.
Norwegian renews distribution agreement with Amadeus
Norwegian and Amadeus have announced a renewed partnership. The airline has signed a distribution agreement that ensures Amadeus travel sellers access to the airline’s fares.
Amadeus achieves level three New Distribution Capability aggregator accreditation
Amadeus has received the level three New Distribution Capability certification as an aggregator from International Air Transport Association.