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Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) and Air Canada have launched Air Canada's full content via NDC in Sabre's travel marketplace. This enables travel agencies to access Air Canada's expanded NDC offers and services, providing a more personalized travel experience. As of July 17, 2024, travel agents can shop, book, and service Air Canada NDC offers alongside traditional EDIFACT content and other options.

The launch covers 20 markets initially, with plans to activate new markets based on demand. This partnership marks a significant step in Air Canada's NDC program, emphasizing the airline's commitment to working collaboratively with travel trade partners. Sabre's marketplace plays a important role in making NDC content available to travel agents worldwide, offering a consistent and efficient booking experience across all channels.

Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR), has introduced its updated retailing solution, SynXis Retailing. This platform now includes standalone offers not tied to room bookings and automated fulfillment through Nuvola. The new features enable hoteliers to create virtual storefronts, sell a broader range of products, and increase revenue. Integration with Nuvola automates order fulfillment, reducing errors and enhancing guest satisfaction. Sabre claims that its customers have seen a threefold increase in ancillary revenue and an average order value of $300 per booking. SynXis Retailing will be showcased at HITEC in Charlotte, USA, from June 25-27, 2024.

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) and Spotnana have announced an expanded partnership to integrate Sabre's New Distribution Capability (NDC) content into Spotnana's Travel-as-a-Service platform. This collaboration aims to offer travel management companies (TMCs) and corporate travelers a broader range of personalized travel options and bundled services, simplifying the booking process. Spotnana's platform will seamlessly incorporate NDC content alongside traditional options, enhancing the user experience for TMCs by enabling easy comparison and booking. Both companies emphasize an open platform approach, ensuring flexibility and dynamic content sourcing. This partnership is expected to bring significant benefits to the corporate travel sector by offering more choices and a streamlined shopping experience.

Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR), announced the launch of SynXis Concierge.AI, a generative AI solution for enhancing hotel customer service. This innovative tool will debut at HITEC Charlotte, USA, from June 24-27, 2024. SynXis Concierge.AI leverages Sabre's extensive data to provide accurate and immediate responses to customer queries, significantly improving the customer service experience. Initially deployed within Sabre's Customer Care and Delivery team, the AI is expected to handle diverse customer interactions effectively. Future plans include integrating the AI into the Community Portal for enhanced self-service and exploring its application in existing products to boost efficiency and conversions. Sabre officials highlight the technology’s potential to revolutionize the hospitality industry by driving operational efficiency and personalizing guest experiences.

Sabre Hospitality, part of Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR), has announced a strategic partnership with Frasers Hospitality. This collaboration aims to implement SynXis Retailing, enhancing Frasers' retailing strategy and guest experience. The partnership, which began in 2009, has now progressed with the successful pilot of Sabre's Retail Studio at one of Frasers' properties, resulting in notable ancillary revenue growth. CEO statements emphasize the commitment to innovation and personalized guest services. SynXis Retailing will provide new revenue streams and flexible offerings for Frasers' properties, further solidifying their long-standing partnership.

Hilton Grand Vacations (NYSE:HGV) announced the appointment of Gail Mandel to its board of directors, expanding the board to 10 members. Mandel, managing director of Focused Point Ventures, brings extensive hospitality, financial, and public company experience. She has previously served as president and CEO of Wyndham Destination Network, where she oversaw the $1.3 billion divestiture of Wyndham’s European Rentals business and completed over 12 acquisitions. Mandel is expected to leverage her expertise in timeshare, financial, and public company sectors to contribute to HGV's strategic direction. She also holds board positions at Sabre , Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, PureStar, and the Community Foundation of New Jersey.

Sabre has unveiled SabreMosaic™, a new AI-driven retailing platform for airlines, designed to modernize and personalize the retail experience. Powered by Google's AI and Google Cloud, the platform offers modularity, allowing airlines to select specific API-based solutions that fit their needs. SabreMosaic includes 10 new product suites and integrates with Sabre's existing AI Retail Intelligence solutions. The platform aims to improve airline operations, increase revenue, and enhance customer satisfaction. Key airline partners like American Airlines, Virgin Australia, Air Serbia, and Oman Air have already recognized the benefits and are collaborating on its implementation.

Sabre and Taiba Investments have formed a strategic partnership to enhance hotel distribution in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration involves adopting Sabre Hospitality's SynXis platform across Taiba Investments' brands to improve inventory management and pricing while maximizing distribution reach. This move reflects both companies' commitment to utilizing innovative technology to drive growth and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Sabre announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2024. The earnings materials are now available on its Investor Relations website and the SEC's website. A live webcast of the earnings conference call will be held today at 9:00 a.m. ET, with a replay available for 90 days.