Lufthansa NDC Fares Now Available via APG

Lufthansa Group Expands NDC Fare Access via APG Partnership

The Lufthansa Group has announced a new agreement that will make its New Distribution Capability (NDC) content available through APG, a global network for airline distribution services. This partnership aims to enhance access to NDC fares for travel management companies (TMCs) and other intermediaries.

The collaboration means that APG will now distribute Lufthansa Group NDC fares, including those from Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings. This expansion is part of the Lufthansa Group’s broader strategy to increase the adoption of NDC, a modern standard for air travel distribution.

For travel buyers, this partnership is expected to provide greater choice and access to a wider range of fare products and services. NDC technology allows for more dynamic content and personalized offers, moving beyond the traditional airline fare structures.

APG’s role will be to facilitate the integration of Lufthansa Group’s NDC content into various booking platforms and systems used by travel agencies and corporate travel departments. This will streamline the process for intermediaries to access and book NDC-enabled fares.

The move signifies a continued shift in the airline industry towards modern distribution methods, with NDC playing a central role in providing richer content and more flexibility. The Lufthansa Group has been actively promoting NDC adoption, and this partnership with APG is a significant step in expanding its reach.

The objective of this initiative is to ensure that travel professionals can easily access the full spectrum of offers from the Lufthansa Group, including those that leverage the capabilities of NDC. This partnership is designed to support the growing demand for NDC content within the business travel sector.

Key Points

• Lufthansa Group NDC fares are now available through APG.
• This includes fares from Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings.
• APG will distribute Lufthansa Group NDC fares via its global network.

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