Centrum Air launches next-generation airline retailing and distribution platform

THE NEWS:
Centrum Air, Uzbekistan’s largest private airline and part of Centrum Holding, announced on April 28 that it has launched a next‑generation airline retailing and distribution platform powered by Verteil Technologies.

DETAILS:

The new platform features a Centrum‑branded NDC API Gateway and an NDC Agency Portal.

Both components are underpinned by a core Order Management System (OMS) that provides foundational capabilities.

The architecture creates a modern airline‑owned technology foundation to support Centrum Air’s retailing, distribution and seller‑connectivity strategy.

The solution is built on IATA’s modern Offer and Order‑based retailing principles.

WHY IT MATTERS:
By adopting an airline‑owned NDC‑based platform, Centrum Air can directly control its retailing and distribution channels, reduce reliance on third‑party aggregators, and offer more personalized offers to travelers, positioning the carrier for greater revenue optimization in a competitive market.

FAQ

What platform did Centrum Air launch?
Centrum Air launched a next‑generation airline retailing and distribution platform powered by Verteil Technologies, announced on April 28, providing the carrier with its own NDC API Gateway, agency portal and core order management system.

What components are included in the new platform?
The platform includes a Centrum‑branded NDC API Gateway and an NDC Agency Portal, both built on a core Order Management System that underpins the retailer’s capabilities.

How does the platform align with industry standards?
The solution is built on IATA’s modern Offer and Order‑based retailing principles, giving Centrum Air an airline‑owned technology foundation for retailing, distribution and seller connectivity.

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