Rakshit Desai: 2022 has shown signs of optimism with recovery to continue in 2023
In an exclusive interview with Today’s Traveller, Rakshit Desai, CEO, TPConnects Technologies discusses the way forward with strategies to rebuild the travel and tourism industry.
TPConnects accelerate efforts to globalize its distribution reach
Dubai-based TPConnects Technologies, a pioneer travel technology company and the leading provider of travel technology solutions focusing on NDC (New Distribution Capability) and ‘One Order’ initiatives from IATA, recently strengthened their technology roadmap with a strategic investment by Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG).
Gulf Air is Certified IATA NDC Level 4
Gulf Air was recently certified with level 4 of the New Distribution Capability (NDC) certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The NDC Certification Programme, the only official industry certification programme in support of the NDC standard, is provided by IATA to airlines upon completing a set of requirements and achieving a number of deliverables.
Gulf Air is Certified IATA NDC Level 4
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, was recently certified with level 4 of the New Distribution Capability (NDC) certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The NDC Certification Programme, the only official industry certification programme in support of the NDC standard, is provided by IATA to airlines upon completing a set of requirements and achieving a number of deliverables.
TPConnects Certified as Emirates’ Technology Partner
Travel Agents will save the GDS distribution surcharge ranging between USD 14 and 25 per ticket depending on sector length recently announced by Emirates to mitigate the higher cost Emirates incurs through GDS distribution, from 01 July 2021. Solution from TPConnects includes NDC Aggregator Platform, NDC API Solution for OTA’s with booking engine and NDCMarketplace.com.
TPConnects certified as Emirates’ technology partner
Rajendran Vellapalath, CEO of TPConnects, said” “As a homegrown brand, we are delighted to partner with Emirates to introduce and accelerate the adoption of its bespoke NDC-enabled platform. Our expertise and experience as a leading provider of innovative travel technology solutions hold us in good stead as we collaborate with the airline to help boost their retailing business.
Emirates has a new certified technology partner
Commenting on the partnership, Emirates said, “With the launch of Emirates Gateway, we are continuing to invest our efforts in streamlining the onboarding process and ensuring smooth and seamless integration. As we take steps to fulfil our NDC strategy, a technology partner like TPConnects brings reach and scale to the table with their in-depth knowledge, domain expertise and connectivity.
TPConnects certified as Emirates’ technology partner
TPConnects, an IATA NDC Dual Level 4 Certified IT Provider and Aggregator, has been certified as a technology partner for Emirates, enable travel service providers to seamlessly integrate with Emirates Gateway, the airline’s proprietary platform developed using IATA’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) standards.
TPConnects certified as Emirates’ technology partner
The partnership builds on the strengths of Emirates’ commitment to effectively engaging its travel partners with more value-added and differentiated services.
TPConnects receives One Order certification
Dubai-based travel technology provider TPConnects has been granted “One Order Capable” status as an order management system by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
British Airways Extends New Distribution Capability (NDC) With TPConnects – a Level 3 IATA NDC Certified Travel Aggregator
British Airways has extended its New Distribution Capability (NDC) with TPConnects, one of the first International Air Transport Association (IATA) Certified Travel Aggregators and IT Providers.
Dubai’s TPConnects bags investment from Flight Centre Travel Group
Dubai-based leading providers of SaaS-based travel technology solutions, TPConnects Technologies LLC, bagged investment from Flight Center Travel Group(FCTG), which is boosting its tech platform with the acquisition of a 22.47% stake in TPConnects.
Flight Centre Travel Group announces strategic investment in TPConnects
Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) has strengthened its technology roadmap and air content offering to customers by securing an initial 22.47% interest in TPConnects Technologies LLC. The Dubai-based travel technology company is a leading provider of travel technology solutions focusing on NDC (New Distribution Capability) and ‘One Order’ initiatives from IATA (International Airline Passengers Association).
Lufthansa Has Direct Connect Via TPConnects
Lufthansa Group Airlines have extended direct connect with TPConnects, the first International Air Transport Association (IATA) New Distribution Capability (NDC 17.2) Certified Travel Aggregator and Internet Booking Engine.
Oman Air teams up with TPConnects to Digitally Empower Travel Agents in Oman
Accelerating its strategy to ensure quick adoption of its New Distribution Capability (NDC) enabled distribution, Oman Air has partnered with TPConnects in integrating Oman Air NDC API to its Travel Aggregator Platform.
TPConnects lands investment
Flight Center Travel Group(FCTG) is boosting its tech platform with the acquistion of a 22.47% stake in TPConnects Technologies LLC.
Dubai-based TPConnects was founded in 2012 by Rajendran Vellapalath, who will continue to run the business with his management team.
Oman Air Teams Up With Tpconnects Team Partnership to Digitally Empower Travel Agents in Oman
Accelerating its strategy to ensure quick adoption of its New Distribution Channels (NDC) enabled distribution, Oman Air has partnered with TPConnects in integrating Oman Air NDC API to its Travel Aggregator Platform.
TPConnects XML Out
TPConnects, headquartered in Dubai, is a major supplier of SaaS-based travel technology solutions, digitally encouraging travel agencies and airlines to retail travel. Cloud-based software of TPConnects enables organizations to disburse travel products while preserving customer control.
Flight Centre bolsters tech platform with stake in TPConnects
Flight Centre Travel Group has been on the acquisition trail again.
It has snapped up a minority stake in Dubai based TPConnects Technologies.
TPConnects offers an IATA NDC platform, which aggregates NDC and GDS fare content.
Flight Centre boosts tech platform with new investment
The Flight Centre Travel Group (FLT) has strengthened its technology roadmap with the acquisition of a 22.5 per cent stake in TPConnects Technologies for an undisclosed sum.
Flight Centre takes minority stake in Dubai tech firm TPConnects
Leisure and business travel agency Flight Centre Travel Group has acquired a minority stake in TPConnects Technologies to strengthen its technology and air content consumer offering.
Flight Centre Travel Group announces strategic investment in TPConnects
Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) has strengthened its technology roadmap and air content offering to customers by securing an initial 22.47% interest in TPConnects Technologies LLC. The Dubai-based travel technology company is a leading provider of travel technology solutions focusing on NDC (New Distribution Capability) and ‘One Order’ initiatives from IATA (International Airline Passengers Association).
Flight Centre invests in NDC-led airline tech specialist TPConnects
The Australia-based travel retailer says the undisclosed investment improves its air content, with TPConnects developing technology based around IATA’s NDC and One Order.
Dubai’s TPConnects bags investment from Flight Centre Travel Group
Dubai-based leading providers of SaaS-based travel technology solutions, TPConnects Technologies LLC, bagged investment from Flight Center Travel Group(FCTG), which is boosting its tech platform with the acquisition of a 22.47% stake in TPConnects.