Self-Connect, or Virtual Interlining (VI), is a method that combines flights from a specific airline with those from other carriers to create seamless itineraries that serve a range of destinations worldwide.
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GLOTravel technology solutions provider TripStack, which is a part of the Etraveli Group (ETG), is launching a Self-Connect product for airlines, also known as Virtual Interlining, and has partnered with Thailand-based airline Nok Air.
Self-Connect, or Virtual Interlining (VI), is a method that combines flights from a specific airline with those from other carriers to create seamless itineraries that serve a range of destinations worldwide. This innovative approach enables airlines to expand their network by providing customers access to additional travel destinations that they do not directly serve.
Nok Air, a domestic airline based in Thailand, has harnessed TripStack’s Self-Connect solution and recently introduced a new service called “NokGo.”
Nok Air’s CEO, Wutthiphum Jurangkool, expressed excitement about the partnership with TripStack, stating, “We are excited to announce our partnership with TripStack, providing our Nok Air passengers with more flexible travel options worldwide. With this new platform, we can take flight connectivity to the next level for our passengers by offering them more flights to more destinations.”
TripStack’s CEO, Gabor Toth, highlighted the significance of this collaboration and expressed their commitment to expanding Nok Air’s services and offering new commercial opportunities.
As the concept of Virtual Interlining gains traction in the airline industry, TripStack anticipates that more airlines will recognize the unique advantages of the Self-Connect solution, enhancing their offerings and strengthening their competitiveness in the global aviation market.
Key features of the collaboration between TripStack and Nok Air include:
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Expanded Network: Airlines can sell tickets to a wide range of destinations, even in regions where they do not operate flights, leveraging TripStack and Etraveli Group’s air content capabilities to extend their global reach.
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Seamless Booking Experience: Customers can conveniently book flights to multiple destinations in a single transaction, with various payment options, streamlining the travel planning process.
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Increased Revenue: Airlines can boost their revenue by monetizing website traffic and earning additional income through TripStack.
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Integrated Customer Service: TripStack offers global customer support in multiple languages.
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TripStack Technology: Their advanced flight itinerary analysis scans through billions of flight options to provide the best air content available, combining the shortest duration and lowest price itineraries.
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Guarantee: TripStack and ETG offer a Self-Connect Guarantee to protect passengers in the event of delays, disruptions, or cancellations, ensuring a hassle-free journey.
About TripStack
TripStack, founded in 2016, is a global leader in Airline Integrations and Virtual Interlining (VI) technology. Virtual Interlining, also known as Self-Connect, seamlessly combines carriers without traditional interlining agreements into a single itinerary. Based in Canada, India, and Poland, TripStack is part of Etraveli Group. www.tripstack.com
About Etraveli Group (ETG)
Headquartered in Sweden, ETG is a global technology provider for flight content delivered through flexible tech solutions. The company caters to over 30 million flight passengers annually in 75 markets worldwide.
About Nok Air
Nok Air is home-based at Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport. It operates Boeing 737-800 aircraft on domestic and regional flights, including routes to India and China.
