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ACI EUROPE's April 2024 air traffic report shows good news for European aviation. Passenger numbers rose 8.5% compared to April 2023, bringing them very close to pre-pandemic levels. In fact, traffic is now only 0.2% below April 2019 figures! Promising numbers indeed for the aviation industry which is seeing signs of a full recovery in the EU market. Drop us a DM to learn more about how AeroCloud could help your airport take advantage of this boost in passengers. #AirportOperations #Airports #AirportInnnovation #Aviation #ACIEUROPE

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As the industry pushes forward with Offers and Orders, how are LCCs planning to leverage technology to innovate and stay ahead? That is the focus of a major study that Navitaire and Amadeus recently organized with senior leaders from LCCs.

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During years, NDC has been a hot topic in the travel industry. But what is it? and what is happening? New Distribution Capability (NDC) is an alternative data structure that allows airlines to distribute content differently, creating more bundles and tailored offers to customers. More and more airlines are transitioning to NDC and it will continue to be a hot topic in travel for the next few years. Amex GBT is taking an industry-leading approach to NDC and the changing air distribution landscape. We continue to expand our marketplace with NDC fares from more and more airlines around the world. ​ ​Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e3kPime2 #travelindustry #amexgbt #airlines #ndc #corporatetravel #GBT #amexgbt

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Why might European buyers be more relaxed than their US counterparts when it comes to the pace of airline NDC rollout? Could it be a direct correlation to the strategy of one of the US carriers in particular, so it's closer to home? And if that's the case, is it really a disparity between European and US travel managers about NDC rollout or more-so the what/why & how of overall corporate travel strategy & engagement with stakeholders in the market v NDC strategy per se? Or is there another reason you can think of....are we just more relaxed in Europe 🤣 Lots of other juicy stats in this piece of research from GBTA | Global Business Travel Association presented by BTN Group, incl; ✈ 71% of buyers say there is still a need for information and education about NDC. ✈45 per cent are still unsure if their TMC is fully prepared to service NDC content.  ✈60 per cent of buyers have not budgeted for any potential extra servicing costs associated with NDC bookings and have no plans to do so. https://lnkd.in/df7CMPXK

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The recent news regarding American Airlines has provided some relief for TMC's but more so for it's clients using AA and its network. To quote Robert Isom the CEO of AA - “We moved faster than we should have and didn’t execute well,” he said. “We regret that and the difficulty it created for our agency and corporate communities so we are going to modify our distribution strategy to ensure the transition is not disruptive to our end customers." In my short 10 years in the industry I have seen 2 major airlines make these decisions at different times and both have reversed them due to consumer and or market pressure. ❌ They don't have the resource to book and more importantly manage tickets on the scale like we do. ❌ They don't have the multi decade skill set that is dispersed around the globe like we do. ❌ They don't possess the client relationships like we do. It is no shock to me and many others in the industry that American Airlines has seen a double digit decline in share price whilst its US competitors who embrace and work with TMC's have enjoyed double digit growth in the period. I will finish this with one final quote from Robert at AA - “We have used a lot of sticks; we’ve got to put more carrots in place and make sure our product is available wherever customers want to buy it.” #AmericanAirlines #CorporateTravelManagement #NDC #Partnership #CarrotsVsSticks https://lnkd.in/dkhCwSup

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Airlines expect to see 18% incremental revenue from shift to modern retailing, Amadeus report finds. Airlines expect to increase their revenues by up to 18% by adopting modern retailing and ecommerce technologies, a major new study has revealed. Full story here🔎https://lnkd.in/e5-P4nUZ

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Sustainability is, rightly, high on the agenda across the travel industry, and hospitality is no different. Check the latest blog exploring Amadeus ESG research. https://ow.ly/xCYG30sE9Qc #Hospitality #SustainableTravel #ItsHowTravelWorksBetter

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Excited to share insights from the latest study of Navitaire and Amadeus on how Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs) are leveraging technology to innovate and stay ahead in the aviation industry. Key takeaways: - Partnerships for Growth: LCCs are exploring partnerships with Full-Service Carriers to access higher-yielding business travelers and expand their reach. - Evolving Distribution Strategies: LCCs are reconsidering indirect sales via travel agencies to tap into new growth opportunities and reach higher-value passengers. - Operational Excellence: LCCs are prioritizing investments in technology for network planning, unified communication at ramps, and airport automation to enhance efficiency. - Investment in Innovation: With planned increases in tech investments, LCCs are focusing on cloud, biometrics, AI, and Machine Learning to drive cost reduction and revenue growth. It’s an exciting time for the industry as LCCs adopt advanced technologies and new strategies to meet evolving market demands. Ready to embrace new technologies? Contact Cyclad https://lnkd.in/duR47bgq today or reach out to Rémi TAMALET or Marzec Michal to discover how we can help your airline stay ahead of the curve. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dYAMnM6r

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Excited to share insights from the latest study of Navitaire and Amadeus on how Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs) are leveraging technology to innovate and stay ahead in the aviation industry. Key takeaways: - Partnerships for Growth: LCCs are exploring partnerships with Full-Service Carriers to access higher-yielding business travelers and expand their reach. - Evolving Distribution Strategies: LCCs are reconsidering indirect sales via travel agencies to tap into new growth opportunities and reach higher-value passengers. - Operational Excellence: LCCs are prioritizing investments in technology for network planning, unified communication at ramps, and airport automation to enhance efficiency. - Investment in Innovation: With planned increases in tech investments, LCCs are focusing on cloud, biometrics, AI, and Machine Learning to drive cost reduction and revenue growth. It’s an exciting time for the industry as LCCs adopt advanced technologies and new strategies to meet evolving market demands. Ready to embrace new technologies? Contact Cyclad https://lnkd.in/duR47bgq today or reach out to Rémi TAMALET or Marzec Michal to discover how we can help your airline stay ahead of the curve. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dYAMnM6r

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[PODCAST] Peter Altmann, VP, Mobility & Travel Protection, Hospitality, Amadeus recently joined our partners at Chubb to discuss all things insurance. They talked about the critical role travel insurance plays in alleviating the fears and uncertainties associated with travel, and the pivotal shift in the industry towards creating more personalized and seamless experiences for travelers. Tune in to the episode here: https://gag.gl/C9EVdw

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You can travel for 3 reasons: a) necessity, b) luxury, or c) way of life. Which one resonates with you the most? For me, it's definitely C. But for me travel is also my job since 2013, through Amadeus. If you want to understand why travel is one of the most inspiring industries in the world, and why Amadeus is the leader in travel technology, check this article written by our CEO, Luis Maroto. https://lnkd.in/eUqwGauE

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A very interesting case study on the dynamics of the airline / travel agent B2B relationship. It definitely highlights the importance of having a balanced distribution and payments strategy where customer experience is the focus regardless of whether the customer comes in via the direct or indirect channel. This is just one of many articles covering the topic in the last 24hrs: https://lnkd.in/gGmbdkma #airlines #travelagents #ndc

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Amadeus has released findings from their Travel Technology Investment Trends Report 2024, and the results are exciting (and maybe a little scary for some). Artificial Intelligence is a hot topic in every industry! What excites you about AI in our hospitality industry?

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What is #AirCanada’s biggest #NDC challenge? What does the future hold for the program? As the airline unveils more NDC features and benefits, Lisa M. Pierce, VP, global sales and Air Canada Vacations at Air Canada, connects with PAX to unpack the strategy. Lisa M. Pierce , NACD.DC #aviation #aviationnews #airlines #airtravel #ACV #travelindustry #travelindustrynews #travelagencies #travelnews

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Our newest study, Travel Technology Investment Trends 2024, is a deep dive into the aspirations, pressures and strategies of travel sellers. As part of the research, we asked 450 travel agency leaders where they’re investing in 2024 and beyond. Two-thirds of travel agents are planning to increase investment in technology in 2024, with robotics, data analytics and digital payments being just a few of the technologies expected to make a significant impact on travel distribution. Executive VP of Travel Distribution at Amadeus, Elena Avila shares her thoughts about the results of the survey and what this means for the future of the travel industry. Read her full blog here: https://lnkd.in/e7gzuh8Y #AmadeusTechTrends2024 #TravelTechnology #TravelDistribution #BusinessTravelTechTrends2024

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Our CTO Sylvain Roy sat down with Neil Rogan to discuss how the Amadeus technology is making the experience of travel better for everyone, everywhere. 🌎✈️ Watch the full interview: https://ow.ly/Mj5p30sCvlo 👈 #InnovationFocus #Technology #TravelTech #ItsHowTravelWorksBetter

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A recent Amadeus study reveals personalization as a key driver for hoteliers: ✓ with 85% believing it boosts revenue by over 5%, ✓ on average planning to increase tech investments by 16% this coming year. This is just one of the key trends that currently is reshaping hospitality, and in turn is allowing us to make a difference. Our digital guest journey leverages this trend by enabling hotels to offer tailored experiences without needing more staff. It not only addresses the ongoing staff shortages in hospitality, but also the importance that digital solutions should contribute to a genuine experience (rather than negatively affecting these experiences). We will recently also announce our next major step in incorporating AI, that will massively improve personalized guest communication capabilities for front desks. Super exciting stuff 🎉🤖 #Hospitality #Personalization #AI

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