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Avis Budget Extends Partnership With Travelport
Through the partnership, Avis Budget Group is able to showcase its vehicle inventory and ancillary products/services on Travelport’s travel commerce platform.
by Staff
February 15, 2017
Courtesy of Travelport
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Courtesy of Travelport
Avis Budget Group Inc. has extended its partnership with Travelport, a travel commerce platform that focuses on distribution, technology, payment, and other services to the global travel industry.
The new, multi-year agreement will allow Avis Budget continued access to Travelport's travel commerce platform — where Avis Budget can showcase its available vehicle inventory and suite of ancillary products and services, according to the company.
"We're pleased to extend our relationship with Travelport," said Scott Deaver, executive vice president and chief marketing officer, Avis Budget Group. "Showcasing our products and services on their Travel Commerce Platform gives travelers more choice and flexibility when booking car rental and provides a great opportunity for us to accelerate growth."
"With Travelport's industry-leading technology and services, Avis Budget Group will be able to deliver rates and availability in a visually rich and cohesive way to connect with travel agents worldwide," said Niklas Andreen, senior vice president and managing director, hospitality, Travelport.
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