Accelya launches NDC acceleration program

Accelya has announced the launch of  NDC FastTrack, a cross-industry enablement program designed to accelerate practical adoption of the New Distribution Capability (NDC).

Launched with Sabre and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) as the inaugural partners, NDC FastTrack equips travel sellers, technology providers, and corporate buyers with practical resources to accelerate NDC success, reads a press release. SAP Concur also welcomes the initiative and the collaborative approach it represents.

NDC FastTrack – open by invitation to major travel sellers, corporate platforms, and technology providers with proven reach and implementation at scale – accelerates modern airline retailing through regular activities fostering collaboration, openness, and a customer-first mindset.

Sabre will bring its global reach, trusted agency relationships, and a demonstrated commitment to expanding NDC through cross-industry collaboration.

In addition, Amex GBT brings its technical expertise and superior service in delivering an end-to-end NDC experience for corporate customers.

NDC FastTrack equips major travel sellers, technology providers, and corporate buyers with practical resources to accelerate their success with NDC, including:

• Shared roadmap coordination to align timelines, close functionality gaps, and increase delivery transparency
• Implementation frameworks and technical guidance to streamline and accelerate deployments
• Dedicated buyer engagement via the Business Travel Innovation Group (BIG), giving corporate travel programs a stronger voice in shaping NDC adoption and aligning solutions with real-world managed travel needs
• Use cases, case studies, and proof points to highlight real-world adoption and outcomes
• Joint enablement and training resources to support ecosystem-wide alignment and readiness

“NDC is growing fast, bringing real benefits to airlines, travel sellers, and the broader ecosystem,” said Sam Gilliland, CEO of Accelya, in a statement. “We’ve long believed NDC would become the mainstream standard for airline retailing, and now, the industry is coming together to accelerate it. NDC FastTrack, with its focus on enablement and coordination, will help the travel ecosystem modern retailing faster and better.”

The program will formally launch at the GBTA Convention 2025 in Denver with key parts of the program including enablement activities and workshops, rolling out through the group in the coming months.

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