APG BSP Coordination Services
ABCS
ABCS allows airlines a variable cost, “Pay as you Earn” way to access up to 64,000 IATA accredited travel agents in 110 BSPs worldwide, in markets where the airline does not have a local presence, and is need of local administrative support to the trade. The APG Network, through our worldwide offices, has introduced more than 250 airlines to BSP membership in both “Online” and “Offline” markets.
Target Audience
ABCS is widely used by carriers of all sizes and is available for all scheduled airlines, both IATA and non-IATA:
Big airlines use ABCS in thin or seasonal “online” markets and in “offline” markets
Small, start up or regional airlines use ABCS in both online and offline markets to establish their brand rapidly
Benefits
Full BSP membership in a program backed by IATA
Features BSP membership on a “Pay as you Earn” variable cost basis without major capital expenditure
Affords automated neutral E-ticket issuance via GDS
Remittance on BSP payment cycle directly to the airline
ABCS carriers can participate in the IATA Currency Clearance System (ICCS) – allows payment in choice of currency and country
ABCS airlines are eligible to join the IATA Card Clear, Card AXS systems giving worldwide access to Visa and MasterCard clearance
No long term contracts – Only 90 day notice
Services
ABCS helps airlines to generate marginal sales revenues
APG Network Members function as the Local Carrier Representative to BSPs
Handles application formalities for the airline with the BSP offices
Executes agreements between the airline & the BSP
Processes Travel Agent Debit/Credit Memos (ADMs/ACMs)
Sets up local banking relationships, or alternatively, open carrier escrow accounts
Assists in local credit card acceptance or alternatively offers outsourced acceptance/clearance facilities at low cost
Covers any agency defaults incurred by the airline
Offers free fare filing for up to 5 routes to promote the launch of a new BSP
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