Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways launches iFly corporate booking platform

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways launches iFly corporate booking platform

IBS Software, a provider of SaaS solutions to the travel industry and Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, have launched iFly Corporate to transform the airline’s corporate flyer experience. iFly Corporate will allow Etihad to manage multiple corporate accounts with a single solution. This will facilitate direct distribution by eliminating intermediaries and assuring corporate client retention. Etihad’s partners will benefit from the solution that integrates with the airline’s Passenger Service Systems and the end-HR user’s systems to enable a seamless booking experience across various platforms. Premium partners will also be able to unlock exclusive discounts including extra baggage, bonus miles and priority check-in for all bookings. A configurable business rules engine will help corporates to manage user profiles and travel agreements, while ensuring compliance with employee travel policies. Martin Drew, senior vice president Global Sales and Cargo Etihad Airways, said: “The holistic solution will both streamline our internal operations and benefit our customers’ corporate experience – and we are looking forward to a continued partnership with IBS Software on our joint mission to modernise the air travel experience.” Vijay R Chakravarthy, vice president, IBS Software, said: “The solution will further elevate Etihad’s corporate services, helping the airline to