Sabre and American Airlines extend IT partnership; multi-year agreement paves way for joint technology modernization and innovation
Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) and American Airlines have announced a multi-year renewal of their technology partnership. The agreement includes the continued provision of the SabreSonic® Passenger Service System (PSS) and extends American's subscription to Sabre PRISM, a corporate travel contract management solution.
The partnership has historically driven innovations in the airline industry, including intelligent seat re-accommodation, new inventory capabilities, and enhanced cabin functionality. This renewal follows the previous announcement of American's NDC offers becoming available through Sabre's Global Distribution System (GDS). Additionally, both companies have resolved litigation related to a 2011 lawsuit initiated by US Airways.
Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) e American Airlines hanno annunciato il rinnovo della loro partnership tecnologica per diversi anni. L'accordo comprende la continuazione della fornitura del SabreSonic® Passenger Service System (PSS) e prolunga l'abbonamento di American a Sabre PRISM, una soluzione per la gestione dei contratti di viaggio aziendale.
Questa partnership ha storicamente promosso innovazioni nel settore aereo, inclusi il riadattamento intelligente dei posti, nuove capacità di inventario e funzionalità migliorate della cabina. Questo rinnovo segue l'annuncio precedente che le offerte NDC di American sarebbero state disponibili attraverso il Sistema di Distribuzione Globale (GDS) di Sabre. Inoltre, entrambe le aziende hanno risolto le controversie legali relative a una causa intentata da US Airways nel 2011.
Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) y American Airlines han anunciado la renovación por varios años de su asociación tecnológica. El acuerdo incluye la continuación de la provisión del SabreSonic® Passenger Service System (PSS) y extiende la suscripción de American a Sabre PRISM, una solución de gestión de contratos para viajes corporativos.
La asociación ha impulsado históricamente innovaciones en la industria aérea, incluyendo la reubicación inteligente de asientos, nuevas capacidades de inventario y una funcionalidad mejorada en las cabinas. Esta renovación sigue al anuncio anterior de que las ofertas NDC de American estarán disponibles a través del Sistema de Distribución Global (GDS) de Sabre. Además, ambas empresas han resuelto litigios relacionados con una demanda presentada por US Airways en 2011.
Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR)와 American Airlines가 다년간의 기술 파트너십 갱신을 발표했습니다. 이 계약에는 SabreSonic® Passenger Service System (PSS)의 지속적인 제공과 Sabre PRISM에 대한 American의 구독 연장이 포함됩니다. 이 시스템은 기업 여행 계약 관리 솔루션입니다.
이 파트너십은 역사적으로 항공 산업의 혁신을 이끌어 왔으며, 여기에는 지능형 좌석 재배치, 새로운 재고 기능 및 향상된 객실 기능이 포함됩니다. 이번 갱신은 이전에 American의 NDC 제안이 Sabre의 글로벌 배급 시스템(GDS)을 통해 제공될 것이라는 발표에 이어 이루어졌습니다. 또한 두 회사는 2011년 US Airways에 의해 제기된 소송과 관련된 법적 문제를 해결했습니다.
Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) et American Airlines ont annoncé le renouvellement de leur partenariat technologique pour plusieurs années. L'accord comprend la poursuite de la fourniture du SabreSonic® Passenger Service System (PSS) et prolonge l'abonnement d'American à Sabre PRISM, une solution de gestion de contrats de voyages d'affaires.
Ce partenariat a historiquement favorisé les innovations dans l'industrie aérienne, y compris la réaffectation intelligente des sièges, de nouvelles capacités d'inventaire et des fonctionnalités de cabine améliorées. Ce renouvellement fait suite à l'annonce précédente selon laquelle les offres NDC d'American seraient disponibles via le Système de Distribution Global (GDS) de Sabre. De plus, les deux entreprises ont résolu les litiges liés à une plainte déposée par US Airways en 2011.
Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) und American Airlines haben die mehrjährige Erneuerung ihrer Technologiepartnerschaft angekündigt. Die Vereinbarung umfasst die fortgesetzte Bereitstellung des SabreSonic® Passenger Service System (PSS) und verlängert Amerikas Abonnement für Sabre PRISM, eine Lösung für das Vertragsmanagement im Geschäftsreisebereich.
Die Partnerschaft hat historisch Innovationen in der Fluggesellschaftenbranche vorangetrieben, einschließlich intelligenter Sitzneuordnungen, neuer Inventarfähigkeiten und verbesserter Kabinenfunktionen. Diese Erneuerung folgt der vorherigen Ankündigung, dass die NDC-Angebote von American über Sabres globales Vertriebssystem (GDS) verfügbar werden. Darüber hinaus haben beide Unternehmen Rechtsstreitigkeiten im Zusammenhang mit einer 2011 von US Airways eingereichten Klage beigelegt.
- Multi-year renewal of major technology partnership with American Airlines
- Extension of SabreSonic PSS and Sabre PRISM subscriptions
- Resolution of pending litigation from 2011 US Airways lawsuit
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The multi-year renewal of the technology partnership between Sabre and American Airlines represents a significant business win for Sabre. American Airlines, being one of the largest carriers globally, provides a stable revenue stream and validates Sabre's technology solutions in the competitive airline IT space. The extension of both SabreSonic PSS and PRISM subscriptions, following the NDC integration, demonstrates a deepening relationship that could translate to enhanced revenue opportunities.
The resolution of the 2011 lawsuit removes a significant legal overhang, potentially reducing future legal expenses and improving investor confidence. While specific financial terms aren't disclosed, the agreement's multi-year nature suggests predictable future cash flows. For Sabre, retaining a flagship client like American Airlines reinforces its market position and could help in winning new airline customers.
The partnership renewal highlights Sabre's strong competitive position in airline IT infrastructure. The SabreSonic PSS platform's continued evolution, including intelligent seat re-accommodation and enhanced inventory management, demonstrates Sabre's innovation capabilities. The integration with NDC offers through Sabre's GDS creates a comprehensive ecosystem that strengthens the company's market position.
This technology collaboration has broader implications for the travel industry, as innovations developed for American Airlines often become industry standards. The partnership's focus on modernization suggests potential development of new features leveraging emerging technologies, which could create additional revenue streams and competitive advantages for both companies.
The renewal signals the continuation of an exciting era in the partnership between American and Sabre as the companies look to push the boundaries of modern travel technology and significantly enhance the traveler experience, together.
"At American, our customers are at the center of each decision we make," said Scott Laurence, Senior Vice President of Partnerships and Retailing at American Airlines. "American is focused on leveraging solutions, like SabreSonic, that meet the needs of our customers and our team, and we're pleased to extend our partnership with Sabre."
The partnership between Sabre and American over the past decade has had an important impact on the SabreSonic PSS, ultimately influencing innovations and features that benefit the entire airline industry and travelers alike, including intelligent seat re-accommodation, new capabilities in inventory, and enhanced cabin functionality and rules.
"American is a leader in the global airline space, and we are proud our solutions continue to meet and exceed its needs and expectations in the ever-evolving travel industry," said Roshan Mendis, Chief Commercial Officer, Sabre Travel Solutions. "American is one of our most valued customers. We look forward to this ongoing partnership and we are committed to supporting American's commercial and technology strategies and efforts to put customers' needs front and center."
In addition to renewing the SabreSonic agreement, American has extended its subscription with Sabre PRISM, a corporate travel contract management solution. These agreements follow last year's announcement of availability of American's NDC offers through Sabre's Global Distribution System (GDS).
Last week, Sabre and American resolved litigation in connection with a 2011 lawsuit initiated by US Airways.
About Sabre Corporation
Sabre Corporation is a software and technology company that takes on the biggest opportunities and solves the most complex challenges in travel. The Company connects travel suppliers and buyers around the globe and across the ecosystem through innovative products and next-generation technology solutions. Sabre harnesses speed, scale, and insights to build tomorrow's technology today – empowering airlines, hoteliers, agencies, and other partners to retail, distribute and fulfill travel worldwide. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas,
About American Airlines Group
As a leading global airline, American Airlines offers thousands of flights per day to more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries. The airline is a founding member of the oneworld® alliance, whose members serve more than 900 destinations around the globe. Shares of American Airlines Group Inc. trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol AAL. Learn more about what's happening at American by visiting news.aa.com and connect with American @AmericanAir and at Facebook.com/AmericanAirlines. To Care for People on Life's Journey®.
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