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Galileo signs six e-ticketable carriers

25 September 2006 Press Release Travel Technology News

Galileo, a leading global distribution system(GDS) and a subsidiary of Travelport Inc., has signed up Aerosvit-UkranianAirlines, Air Tahiti Nui, El Al, Kingfisher, China Airlines and Royal AirMaroc as new e-ticketable carriers on the GDS, taking the total to 80.

Galileo to Develop Internet Booking Engine for United.Com

9 December 2003 Press Release Travel Technology News

Galileo today announced it has signed a 10-year contract withUnited Airlines (UAL) to provide reservations system technology and hostingservices, network management and to develop a new Internet booking engine forthe airline’s Web site, United.com.  United will participate in the GalileoGDS through the term of the agreement.

Galileo Acquires Taiwan Distribution Partner

4 August 2003 Press Release Travel Technology News

Galileo International has announced it has acquired the business and assets of World Data Systems Co Ltd (WDS) - its distribution partner in Taiwan - and transferred them to Galileo Taiwan, a new wholly owned subsidiary.  The terms of the transaction were not disclosed and is immaterial to Cendant.