Travelport, a leading global technology company revolutionizing travel bookings for suppliers worldwide, has announced an expanded partnership with ETN, a Cyprus-headquartered corporate and marine travel agency. This renewed agreement highlights ETN’s adoption of Travelport’s cutting-edge Travelport+ platform, which integrates AI-powered search capabilities and enriched retail-ready travel content to modernize the travel booking experience for ETN’s clients.
Empowering Corporate and Marine Travel with Travelport+
ETN will leverage Travelport’s end-to-end NDC solution, granting the agency access to normalized and retail-ready air content. This seamless integration enables ETN to offer a broader range of flight options to its clients via a single connection. By tapping into Travelport’s advanced technology, ETN aims to deliver faster, more intelligent trip searches, supported by Travelport’s AI-powered Content Curation Layer.
“Travelport’s ability to normalize NDC content and deliver an intelligent search experience is exactly what we need to make it easy for our corporate and marine clients to shop and book the best travel options,” said Nikos Bolias, Managing Director at ETN. “Travelport+ offers us direct access to multi-source travel content along with modern travel retailing tools that will support our growth and reach across the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Asia.”
Key Benefits of the Partnership
This expanded collaboration between Travelport and ETN is set to redefine corporate and marine travel booking. Here are the key benefits that this partnership brings:
- NDC Integration for Retail-Ready Content
Travelport’s NDC capabilities allow ETN to access a comprehensive range of airline content. With a unified platform, agents can seamlessly compare and book travel options from multiple sources, ensuring that clients receive the best offers tailored to their needs. - AI-Powered Search Enhancements
The integration of Travelport’s AI-driven Content Curation Layer simplifies trip searches by prioritizing relevant options based on the client’s preferences. This intelligent approach saves time and enhances the booking experience. - Modern Travel Retailing Tools
Travelport+ equips ETN with modern tools to deliver a personalized and seamless booking process. Features such as multi-source content access and an intuitive interface enable agents to provide efficient and accurate travel solutions. - Global Reach and Expansion
ETN plans to leverage Travelport+ to extend its services across key markets, including the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Asia. The platform’s scalability ensures that ETN can accommodate its growing client base and meet diverse travel requirements. - Enhanced Client Experience
By modernizing its travel retailing process, ETN ensures that corporate and marine travelers receive a smooth and hassle-free booking experience. From faster search results to enriched content, clients benefit from a superior level of service.
Streamlining Travel Retailing for Corporate and Marine Clients
The partnership between Travelport and ETN addresses the unique challenges faced by corporate and marine travelers. With Travelport+, ETN’s agents gain access to tools that simplify complex itineraries, such as multi-stop business trips and last-minute bookings. Additionally, the platform’s ability to curate offers from various suppliers ensures that clients receive the best value for their travel investments.
According to Fred Lindgren, Vice President of Agency Sales, EMEA at Travelport, “Travelport is focused on delivering more choice and greater value to ETN by making it easy for agents to search, compare, and identify the best offers for travelers when booking their trips. With this renewed and expanded agreement, ETN’s agents can use Travelport+ to create a seamless, modern travel retailing experience for their valued clients.”
Driving Growth with Advanced Technology
ETN’s decision to adopt Travelport’s advanced features highlights its commitment to staying ahead in a competitive market. By integrating AI-powered search technology, the agency enhances its ability to meet client expectations for speed, accuracy, and customization. Furthermore, Travelport’s focus on NDC content ensures that ETN can access exclusive offers and differentiated services from airlines, further enriching the client experience.
Supporting Global Travel Trends
The expanded partnership aligns with broader trends in the travel industry, where technology-driven solutions are transforming traditional booking processes. Travelport’s emphasis on modern retailing aligns with the growing demand for personalized and efficient travel solutions. By addressing these trends, ETN positions itself as a forward-thinking agency capable of meeting the evolving needs of corporate and marine travelers.
As Travelport and ETN continue to collaborate, the travel industry can expect further advancements in corporate and marine travel solutions. By embracing cutting-edge technology and modern retailing tools, the partnership sets a new standard for seamless and efficient travel booking.
The expanded agreement underscores Travelport’s dedication to enhancing choice, value, and ease of booking for agencies and their clients. Together, Travelport and ETN are paving the way for a future where travel is smarter, faster, and more accessible than ever.
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