The extended agreement reaffirms JetBlue's
trust in Sabre's Passenger Service System (PSS) as well
as its Global Distribution System (GDS)
JetBlue is also adopting several Sabre IT
solutions to advance its retailing strategy
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Feb. 14,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ:
SABR), a leading provider of software and technology that powers
the global travel industry, today announced the multi-year renewal
of JetBlue's SabreSonic PSS agreement. The agreement also extends
the carrier's long-term distribution agreement to continue offering
its content on the Sabre GDS.
Sabre will help JetBlue deliver a more tailored customer
experience and capture additional revenue opportunities through its
PSS. Through the Sabre GDS travel marketplace, JetBlue will
distribute its flights and services to Sabre's extensive global
network of travel buyers. This will allow Sabre-connected
corporate, leisure and online travel agency subscribers to deliver
even more choice and value to their travelers.
"We are excited to build upon our long-standing partnership with
Sabre. As we move forward with our growth plans, this partnership
will play a key role in our digital modernization strategy," said
Carol Clements, Chief Digital &
Technology Officer, JetBlue. "We will continue to rely on Sabre's
technology to help us enhance the travel experience and bring our
low fares, products and great service to more customers."
JetBlue is also investing in Sabre's Digital
Connect and Digital Experience products to
enhance the booking and post-booking experience for customers. The
carrier is also leveraging the Dynamic Rewards product
to enable expended loyalty capabilities.
JetBlue is also renewing their subscription to PRISM, a powerful
solution that automates, aggregates and analyzes corporate sales
information globally. Its forecasting function also allows each
airline's sales organization to model changes to contracts and
optimize the right measures to help drive optimal business
revenue.
"Sabre is thrilled to support JetBlue in its technology journey
to enhance the customer experience. Growth, modernization, loyalty
management and personalization are a priority for JetBlue, so we
are proud to support their endeavor with our cutting-edge platform,
retailing capabilities and global scope," said Roshan Mendis, Chief Commercial Officer, Sabre
Travel Solutions.
Based in New York City, JetBlue
is the sixth largest airline in the U.S. and operates over 1,000
flights daily, serving over 30 million customers annually.
About Sabre Corporation
Sabre Corporation is a leading software and technology company that
powers the global travel industry, serving a wide range of travel
companies including airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other
suppliers. The company provides retailing, distribution and
fulfilment solutions that help its customers operate more
efficiently, drive revenue and offer personalized traveler
experiences. Through its leading travel marketplace, Sabre connects
travel suppliers with buyers from around the globe. Sabre's
technology platform manages more than $260B worth of global travel spend annually.
Headquartered in Southlake, Texas,
USA, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the
world. For more information visit www.sabre.com.
About JetBlue
JetBlue is New York's Hometown
Airline®, and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort
Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and
San Juan. JetBlue carries
customers to more than 100 destinations throughout the United
States, Latin
America, Caribbean, Canada and United Kingdom.
For more information and the best fares,
visit jetblue.com.
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