Delta signs infrastructure hosting services agreement with Travelport

ETW Staff– Mumbai

Delta Air Lines has finalised an agreement with Travelport in which Delta will reacquire the data and intellectual property rights central to its passenger service and flight operations systems. As a result, Delta will directly control these critical technology systems, making it better to build the next generation of technology that will improve the travel experiences of its customers.

Richard Anderson, CEO, Delta, said, “These systems are the data and operational backbone for more than 180 technology applications used to run our airline every day. By bringing the systems along with the highly skilled people who support them under Delta’s direct management, we gain greater flexibility and control over the technology enhancements that will continue to improve our operational performance and passenger experience. This transaction builds on our ongoing efforts to build a stronger airline for our shareholders, employees and customers while reconfirming the importance of our strategic partnership with Travelport.”

Earlier this year, Delta announced changes to its SkyMiles frequent flyer programme, Delta also has made strategic investments in Virgin Atlantic Airways and GOL over the last several years; created Monroe Energy to provide 80 per cent of its annual domestic fuel needs; transformed its fleet strategy including a significant reduction in 50-seat aircraft.