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ITP International Travel Partnership & ABC Global Services form a new strategic partnership.

ITP – International Travel Partnership, one of the world’s fastest-growing travel management & Travel Technology networks, and ABC Global Services, provider of the leading global hotel program, are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership.

ITP & ABC are opening access to their programs and systems for ITP Partners and ABC TMC members. Together ITP & ABC offer one of the world’s largest truly Independent travel management network organisations, focus on delivering technology and the best value across a range of travel management technology and services.

Richard Lovelock, Chief Executive Officer at ITP said “for some time we have been looking for a strategic partner that provides access to a wider range of accommodation services and technology to strengthen ITP’s proposition in today’s market. Working in partnership with ABC Global Services, ITP will be able to add an extensive global Hotel network and consulting services, technology. ABC will be able to offer the opportunity for their members to join the ITP network providing global reach and TMC technology solutions.”

Overall, the partnership brings more choice to the market for Corporations looking for locally managed independent travel solutions around the world.

ABC has over 40 years’ experience in building personalised services and technology solutions for Hotel program management supporting members and clients. ITP and its partners are looking forward to working closely with ABC

Eric Altschul, Chief Executive Officer at ABC Global Services added “We are thrilled about our new partnership with ITP, ABC has agency partners of all size, and many have corporate customers who want and need global networking and servicing support. Since there are so many country/regional dynamics and unique local supplier opportunities, our agencies are looking for a network with local ownership/representation and ITP is that model. There are many other synergies the partnership brings, including ITP member use of ABC’s leading global hotel program.”

About ITP- International Travel Partnership

ITP established in 1986, is a global network of independent travel management companies with a growing portfolio of corporate clients. Most ITP partners are locally owned and managed, each is a market leader. Partners can combine local knowledge and service efficiency with global technology, worldwide infrastructure, and range of technology solutions that ITP provide for both local and multinational clients.

 

About ABC Global Services

Based in Boca Raton, FL, ABC Global Services is a leading supplier of products and services for travel agencies, TMCs, advisors and professionals. Founded in 1978, ABC now provides services for nearly 11,000 agency locations of all sizes, covering 76 countries around the world. Through decades of cultivating relationships with hotels and other industry suppliers, ABC offers an ever-growing roster of services. ABC also provides complete meeting and event services through Etherio Group. For more information, visit www.ABCGlobalServices.com.