Qantas Extends Global Distribution Agreement With Sabre

Qantas Partners with Sabre for Enhanced Distribution

Sabre Corporation, a provider of software and technology for the global travel industry, has renewed its long-term distribution agreement with Qantas, Australia’s largest airline. This multi-year agreement underscores Sabre and Qantas’ ongoing commitment to providing travel agencies worldwide with a wide range of content and flexible options, including comprehensive access to Qantas’ New Distribution Capability (NDC) content.

“At Qantas, we’re focused on enhancing our retailing capabilities to meet the dynamic needs of both travellers and travel agencies,” said Kathryn Robertson, Qantas Executive Manager, Global Sales & Distribution.

“Our continuing collaboration with Sabre is central to our distribution strategy, helping ensure our customers can seamlessly shop, book, and service a comprehensive range of Qantas content via NDC. We’re excited to be able to offer agencies more flexibility and choice in the coming months through Sabre’s global marketplace.”

Sabre and Qantas have enjoyed a valued, long-standing distribution relationship. In 2021, Sabre was one of the first global distribution systems to offer the airline’s NDC deals. Under the renewed agreement, agents connected to Sabre will continue to have access to Qantas’s complete range of traditional EDIFACT and NDC offers.

“We’re delighted that Qantas continues to trust Sabre as a strategic distribution partner to advance their strategy,” said Chris Wilding, Senior Vice President, Air Distribution, Sabre Travel Solutions.

“Just as we are committed to providing travellers with greater choice through our multi-source content platform, we also want to empower travel agents with enhanced flexibility and personalization in the way they do business. This renewed agreement highlights the joint commitment of Qantas and Sabre to creating a comprehensive marketplace that seamlessly meets the demands of a rapidly evolving travel ecosystem.”