Global travel technology leader Worldspan, L.P. announced the
introduction of New York-based Eos Airlines as the newest carrier
participating in the Worldspan global distribution system (GDS). Eos is now
available in Worldspan allowing access to all flights, fares, schedules and
availability, as well as booking and instant ticketing capabilities to
Worldspan travel agencies worldwide.
Flying daily between New York's JFK and London's Stansted airports, Eos
is a new single class premium airline dedicated to serving the needs of the
international business executive. With a fleet of Boeing 757s outfitted with
just 48 "suites," Eos is offering guests 40 percent more personal space than
ordinary business class at prices that provide customers compelling value.
Eos offers executives a superior air travel experience, providing comfort and
flexibility when working in groups or relaxing in private.
"Eos is focused on delivering premium services to its customers and we
want to be available for sale in those booking channels most preferred by our
customers. Worldspan was particularly attractive to Eos given their diverse
selection of customers, including the industry's deepest portfolio of online
travel agencies and reach from a single source," said Christopher Frawley,
vice president of Distribution at Eos Airlines.
"We welcome Eos to Worldspan and are pleased to partner with them in
extending their unique travel products for sale by Worldspan travel agencies
around the world," said Kevin Ficco, Worldspan vice president - Airline
Distribution and Business Development. "Eos participation continues our
commitment to enhancing global content in Worldspan."
About Eos
Founded in March 2003, Eos is a new single class premium airline
dedicated to serving the needs of the international business executive
looking for the ultimate in space, comfort, service and convenience. With
only 48 seats on our Boeing 757's, Eos offers an experience that surpasses
private jets for comfort and flexibility to work in groups or relax in
private. Eos provides daily service between New York and London. For more
information visit www.eosairlines.com
About Worldspan, L.P.
Worldspan is a leader in travel technology services for travel suppliers,
travel agencies, e-commerce sites and corporations worldwide. Utilizing some
of the fastest, most flexible and efficient networks and computing
technologies, Worldspan provides comprehensive electronic data services
linking approximately 800 travel suppliers around the world to a global
customer base. Worldspan offers industry-leading Fares and Pricing technology
such as Worldspan e-Pricing(R), hosting solutions and customized travel
products. Worldspan enables travel suppliers, distributors and corporations
to reduce costs and increase productivity with technology like Worldspan
Go!(R) and Worldspan Trip Manager(R) XE. Worldspan is headquartered in
Atlanta, Georgia. Additional information is available at worldspan.com.
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and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Readers
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L.P. ("the Company") on the date this release was submitted. The Company
undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking
statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or
otherwise. Any forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties
that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from the
events or results described in the forward-looking statements, including, but
not limited to, risks and uncertainties related to: the Company's revenue
being highly dependent on the travel and transportation industries; airlines
limiting their participation in travel marketing and distribution services;
and other changes or events which impact the travel industry or the Company.
More information on potential risks and uncertainties is available in the
Company's recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission,
including the Company's annual Form 10-K report, Forms 10-Q, Forms 8-K and
Form S-4.
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