DENVER — Airline tech solution provider Accelya has announced the launch of NDC FastTrack, a cross-industry enablement program designed to accelerate practical adoption of the New Distribution Capability (NDC).

According to the company, NDC FastTrack equips major travel sellers, technology providers, and corporate buyers with practical resources to accelerate their success with NDC, including …

• Shared roadmap coordination to align timelines, close functionality gaps, and increase delivery transparency
• Implementation frameworks and technical guidance to streamline and accelerate deployments

Launched with Sabre and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) as the inaugural partners, NDC FastTrack equips travel sellers, technology providers, and corporate buyers with practical resources to accelerate NDC success.

Accelya experienced 146% year-over-year growth in corporate NDC volumes for 2024 compared to 2023.

NDC FastTrack is open by invitation to major travel sellers, corporate platforms, and tech providers with proven reach and implementation at scale.

Accelya noted that “NDC FastTrack is not a commercial arrangement; rather, it is a shared commitment to accelerate modern airline retailing through collaboration, openness, and a customer-first mindset.”

Accelya powers more than 50% of all NDC transactions globally.

“NDC is growing fast, bringing real benefits to airlines, travel sellers, and the broader ecosystem,” said Sam Gilliland, CEO, Accelya.

Gilliland added: “We’ve long believed NDC would become the mainstream standard for airline retailing, and now, the industry is coming together to accelerate it.”

Kathy Morgan, SVP, Product Management, Distribution Experience at Sabre, said: “We’ve built the foundations and proven the success of NDC in real-world environments. Now it’s time for speed and growth, cementing the shift toward smarter, more personalized retailing experiences for travel agencies and buyers worldwide.”

The program is formally launching at the GBTA Convention 2025 in Denver this week (July 21 – 23) with key parts of the program including enablement activities and workshops, rolling out through the group in the coming months.