Amadeus Cytric and Globespan Unveil Air Canada's First NDC Booking Solution

Amadeus Cytric and Globespan Collaborate for Corporate Travel

In a significant advancement for the corporate travel sector, Amadeus Cytric has teamed up with Globespan Travel Management, marking a milestone with the issuance of the first live NDC booking from Air Canada via an online booking tool. This collaboration enhances the accessibility of corporate travel services for clients across Canada and the United States, offering them a streamlined and efficient travel management experience.

Revolutionizing Travel Management

This partnership enables Globespan to serve as a reseller of Amadeus Cytric, empowering them to provide a powerful, online travel management solution. With this alliance, Globespan becomes the trailblazer in the Canadian market, paving the way for greater access to Air Canada's NDC content. For corporate travelers, this means more choices and improved operational efficiency when planning their travel.

By incorporating Cytric Easy functionalities into their services, Globespan can now facilitate travel bookings, ensure policy compliance, and support team collaboration—all integrated seamlessly within Microsoft Teams. This end-to-end solution is tailored for organizations of various sizes, allowing them to manage travel and expenses efficiently.

Industry Insights and Future Prospects

According to Daniel Moretta, President of Globespan, corporate travel managers are increasingly seeking innovative solutions that evolve with their needs. Moretta articulates, “Our partnership with Amadeus Cytric presents a unique opportunity to deliver innovation in the online travel management arena.” The significance of issuing the first live NDC booking from Air Canada via this platform is a testament to how both companies are prepared to meet evolving traveler demands.

In parallel, Mark Cullen, Chief Commercial Officer at Amadeus Cytric Solutions, emphasizes that accessibility to premium content through corporate travel platforms is crucial for travelers and travel providers alike. “This milestone illustrates the strength of Amadeus Cytric's technological framework and robust partner ecosystem,” he states, highlighting the importance of adapting to the marketplace.

Amadeus: A Driving Force in Travel Technology

Founded with the aim of enhancing the travel experience worldwide, Amadeus delivers innovative solutions that empower the tourism industry. This includes fostering partnerships and leveraging technology to create a connected global travel ecosystem. Amadeus aims to make travel a force for social and environmental good, ensuring it contributes positively to communities.

A major player in travel technology, Amadeus is publicly traded on the Spanish Stock Exchange and has maintained strong standings by being recognized on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for over a decade. The commitment of Amadeus to innovation is evident as they continue to address contemporary challenges in the travel sector with a diverse workforce representing 150 different nationalities.

Conclusion

As corporate travel continues to evolve, the partnership between Amadeus Cytric and Globespan is poised to enhance efficiency and accessibility within the industry. This collaboration not only facilitates a smoother booking experience with Air Canada but also sets a new standard for travel management that balances innovation with practical application.

With both companies committed to meeting the changing needs of travelers, the future of corporate travel looks bright, promising a more integrated and flexible approach to managing business trips.