Amadeus and UNWTO are joining forces to advance the use of innovative technology in tourism in areas such as education and multi-modality.
UNWTO and Amadeus, a UNWTO Affiliate Member since 2007, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to consolidate their partnership in several areas.
This includes the development of a UNWTO Prototype on multi-modality – the door-to-door planning and ticketing of trips involving all possible transport options – to further integrate different means of transport between destinations around the world.
“Innovative technological solutions are fundamental for the tourism sector’s competitiveness and ability to create jobs and inclusive development worldwide.”
Taleb Rifai, UNWTO Secretary-General
“UNWTO is looking forward to working even closer with Amadeus, a highly valued Affiliate Member and key player in this field, to strengthen the ties between tourism and technology.”
Tomás López Fernebrand from Amadeus added that the relationship will build upon both their respective areas of expertise and strengthen the sustainability in the travel and tourism sector.
“We look forward to amplifying these through the network of UNWTO affiliates and its events to shape the future of travel,” Tomás López Fernebrand, Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary of Amadeus IT Group said.
UNWTO and Amadeus will also collaborate on issues of sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility and education through the participation of Amadeus in the UNWTO Talent Development in Tourism pilot project and in various UNWTO capacity building initiatives.