Travel Tech Firm Datalex Enhances NDC Link with Aer Lingus

Aer Lingus Airbus A320 aircraft as seen flying on final approach over the houses of Myrtle avenue in London, a famous planespotting location, for landing at London for landing at the runway of London Heathrow international airport LHR in England, UK. The Airbus A320-200 passenger airplane has the registration EI-DES, the name St Pappin / Paipan and is powered by 2x CFMI jet engines. AerLingus is the flag carrier of Ireland. The Irish flag carrier airline is owned by IAG International Airlines Group with head office at Dublin Airport. Aer Lingus has a fleet of narrow and wide body Airbus planes while expect delivery of 6x A320neo and 6x A321XLR. London, United Kingdom on August 2022. (Photo by Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Travel retail technology company Datalex has announced the enhancement of its New Distribution Capability (NDC) to Aer Lingus.

Aer Lingus has recently extended its New Distribution Capability to trade partners. The
enhanced partnerships will ensure that more passengers booking Aer Lingus flights will have access to more options to customise their travel and choose elevated offers.

Aer Lingus fare products are now available with a direct connection through Datalex NDC technology.

Commenting on the activation, CEO of Datalex, Jonathan Rockett, said: “We are pleased to announce the integration of our latest NDC solution has gone live. This technical integration marks a significant step forward in our NDC capabilities opening up new revenue opportunities for our airline partners.”

Additionally, we are thrilled to have extended this capability to Aer Lingus through our Digital Retailing partnership. This development highlights Aer Lingus and Datalex’s shared vision and commitment to drive innovation and efficiency in the passenger booking experience.”

Susanne Carberry, Aer Lingus Chief Customer Officer, said: “Aer Lingus is delighted to expand our New Distribution Capability (NDC). Our NDC platform provider, Datalex, has played a pivotal role in assisting us in reaching this exciting milestone on our NDC journey. Through NDC, supported by Datalex, Aer Lingus customers can enjoy our best value fares and an enhanced digital experience.

Aer Lingus looks forward to saying ”You’re Very Welcome’ to customers who seek seamless connections between North America and Europe.”