Emirates signs 5yr agreement with Amadeus

NEW DELHI, INDIA: Amadeus, technology and distribution solutions provider for travel and tourism industry, signed a five-year agreement with Emirates. According to the agreement Amadeus would have total access into the airline’s range of content. 

Keith Longstaff, divisional senior vice president, commercial operations worldwide, Emirates, said: “We are delighted to offer Amadeus travel agents efficient access to our full range of content using Amadeus' extensive global network. We remain fully committed to working with the travel agency channel as we continue to expand our reach, providing a high-quality service with the latest routes between Asia, Europe and the Americas.” 

The full range of Emirates’ fares, schedules and inventory made available through the Amadeus system would be the same and under the same conditions, as that offered through any indirect or direct channel, distribution provider or website.

Philippe Chérèque, executive vice president, commercial, Amadeus, said: “We believe that Emirates’ choice to offer agents unhindered access to their content will help agents immeasurably, as they continue to service travellers in key growth areas such as Australia, Europe and the Middle East. Offering efficient access to content will help airlines make more sales.”