TPConnects Technologies, the IATA-certified global travel technology leader, has announced a partnership with Lufthansa City Center International (LCC), the world’s largest independent travel agency network with over 320 agencies across 109 countries outside Germany. 

 

This collaboration reflects both organizations' shared vision to foster future growth and innovation within the travel distribution landscape.

 

This new partnership recognizes TPConnects as a preferred technology supplier within the international Lufthansa City Center network, facilitating the formal introduction of TPConnects and the Iris aggregator platform to LCC agencies and associates worldwide outside Germany. 

 

Global LCC agencies have the opportunity to harness the full potential of Iris, empowering them to deliver value to their clients in this rapidly evolving travel landscape.

 

Iris is trusted by travel agencies worldwide. Agencies using Iris can access traditional EDIFACT, Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs), and NDC-enabled airlines, all through a single platform. Iris enables seamless shopping and servicing of air content and ensures that travel sellers can offer the best available fares and products to their clients.

 

"This partnership with Lufthansa City Center marks an important step in extending our technology and expertise to one of the world’s most leading agency networks," said Eric Dumas, CEO, TPConnects Technologies. "Together, we will bring new opportunities and digital advancements to travel sellers across the globe."

 

"By appointing TPConnects as a preferred technology partner, we are empowering our global agency network with cutting-edge innovation, deeper industry intelligence, and forward-looking commercial opportunities," he stated. 

 

Heiko Brix, Managing Director, Lufthansa City Center International GmbH, said: "This strategic collaboration underscores our joint commitment to leading the digital transformation of the travel sector, setting new standards of excellence, and driving sustainable growth for Lufthansa City Center agencies worldwide - while keeping pace with the evolving expectations of tomorrow’s travellers."

 

The world's largest independent franchise company in the travel agency market, LCC has 600 offices in 110 countries and boasts a total turnover of 7.6 billion euros (business year 2024). The company is active in the leisure (tourism) and corporate (business travel) sectors.-TradeArabia News Service