Spring Airlines joins DerbySoft’s global flight data network | News
DerbySoft, an innovative global technology company committed to accelerating travel commerce, today announced that Spring Airlines, China’s largest and best-performing low-cost carriers (LCC) in China, has joined DerbySoft’s Global Data Network (GDN) for Flights – a next-generation flight distribution model that transforms the traditional hub-and-spoke model into a true network of direct connections between all participants.
Following AirAsia Group, the addition of Spring Airlines represents an important step for the growth of DerbySoft’s GDN for flights. As China’s most successful low-cost airline with a strong network connecting China to key Asian markets, Spring Airlines brings highly valuable LCC content to the network, improving access to one of the world’s most dynamic outbound and inbound travel markets.
Driven by growing demand from Chinese outbound and inbound tourists, Spring Airlines has accelerated the growth of the Asian market and sought a broader and more efficient international distribution reach. This partnership will support the airline’s indirect distribution strategy by enabling a single connection to DerbySoft’s GDN for flights, allowing Spring Airlines to connect to their partner vendors while maintaining direct commercial terms with each of them.
Zhang Wu’an, Spring Airlines spokesperson, said: “As Spring Airlines accelerates our international expansion, scalable and efficient distribution has become a critical factor for our growth. DerbySoft’s GDN for Flights offers a modern approach to indirect distribution, allowing us to expand our reach in Asian markets. We are proud to participate in this transformation of the way airlines connect with travel sellers.”
Jason Sui, Divisional CEO of DerbySoft Flight, added: “Spring Airlines is one of the most influential low-cost airlines in China and across Asia, and its participation in DerbySoft’s GDN for Flights confirms the demand for a real alternative to traditional distribution models. We are building a network where airlines maintain full control of their commercial relationships while defining the reach they need to grow. With two strong airline partners participating and several more in discussions, we are laying the foundation for a transformative distribution ecosystem across the region.”
DerbySoft is currently in partnership discussions with several airlines in the Asia Pacific region, with further announcements expected in the coming months. The company is also working with travel sellers and OTAs to participate in the GDN for flights.
About DerbySoft
DerbySoft is the Travel Commerce Accelerator on a mission to bring together the diverse elements of travel, creating a unified and efficient ecosystem of connectivity services, high-quality AI-driven marketing services and an end-to-end content platform. Our world-class services are designed to deliver seamless, frictionless commerce, accelerating the pace at which travel companies can connect, grow and optimize profits. DerbySoft consistently pushes the boundaries of innovation to unlock new opportunities and accelerate travel commerce.
Our team of experts from the hospitality and flight industries are passionate about uniting people and technology and strive to improve every aspect of travel, making it more accessible, efficient and enjoyable for everyone. Including the acquisition of PKFARE in 2024, our approach is aimed at making travel better – not just for today, but for years to come, for both the hospitality and flight industries.
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA, DerbySoft’s advanced technology is trusted by the world’s leading online travel distribution, hotel and flight companies in 197 countries. For more information, visit DerbySoft.com.
