Travelport’s ANA agreement now includes NDC…

Airline’s first NDC distribution agreement

GDS and travel technology company and All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, have revealed they have signed a multi-source content distribution agreement that includes NDC content and servicing. 

Named a ‘Friendly Partner’ of ANA, Travelport is the first global distribution system (GDS) to confirm an NDC distribution agreement with the airline. 

Travelport and ANA are said to be “actively collaborating” to make ANA’s NDC content available via Travelport+, which it hopes to be completed by mid next year.

“Travelport has been a valued partner of ANA for many years as a result of our productive collaboration that enhances our modern retailing approach so we can provide exceptional experiences for our travelers,” said Keiji Omae, executive vice president of customer experience of ANA. 

“As we advance our NDC strategy, I am confident that Travelport can play a crucial role in helping us expand our reach and simplify…