Amadeus receives 2012 Air Transport News award as Best IT Company

Press release

Published March 28th, 2012 - 11:04 GMT

Amadeus

Amadeus, a leading transaction processor and provider of advanced technology solutions for the global travel and tourism industry, was given the 2012 Air Transport News award as Best IT Company of the year during an official ceremony held in Athens.

“As the Jordanian representatives of Amadeus we are very proud of the recognition our group has been awarded by the travel and tourism industry on a global scale. Being the recipient of this award further commits us to strengthening our technological partnership with the industry in Jordan with even greater enthusiasm. The accolade underscores our commitment to setting high standards and contributing positively to the growth of the aviation sector and the travel and tourism industry as a whole in the Kingdom”, stated Fadi Asal, General Manager, Amadeus Jordan.

With world-class products and solutions coupled with investment in research and development (as much as two billion Euros since 2004) to enhance the travel industry’s technology solutions, Amadeus has established itself as a leading player in the MENA region. The company is currently present in the MENA region through 17 local Amadeus Commercial Organizations (ACOs) servicing 21 countries.

Based on the votes and the verdict of a jury of internationally known industry experts, Amadeus won the 2012 ATN Award for IT Company of the Year.

Other category winners included: Embraer ( regional aircraft manufacturer of the year), Airbus (aircraft manufacturer of the year), Rolls Royce ( engine manufacturer of the year), Swissport (ground handler of the year), Lufthansa Technik ( Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul company of the year), Star Alliance ( airline alliance of the year), Singapore’s Changi airport ( airport of the year) and Emirates ( airline of the year).

Background Information

Amadeus

Travel broadens horizons, creates connections and builds economies. Travel powers progress. And Amadeus powers travel.

We build the critical solutions that help airlines and airports, hotels and railways, search engines, travel agencies, tour operators and other travel players to run their operations and improve the travel experience, billions of times a year, all over the world.

We've been doing it for more than 30 years, and we're just getting started. Innovating. Moving fast. Working with customers and partners to power better, more rewarding journeys. Leading the industry forward to shape a better future of travel