British Airways and Lufthansa are among airlines now distributing via alternative channels and surcharging for those continuing to book through GDSs.
Enthusiasts say new distribution means new content, including flexible deal options for travel managers; critics say it kills transparency and pushes up prices. Who is right?
This a recorded session from Business Travel Show 2018. Find other sessions and presentations here.
Panel
- Ian Luck, head of distribution, British Airways
- Pat McDonagh, CEO, Clarity
- Gianni Pisanello, VP, Amadeus NDC-x programme
- Ian Wheeler, president, Travelfusion
- David Oliver, procurement manager, Red Bull Company