Bahrain's national air carrier will continue to benefit Sabre's AirCentre Flight Plan Manager technology to improve its operations

Sabre's technology has been used by Gulf Air for the last eight years. AirCentre Flight Plan Manager enabled Bahrain's carrier to save considerable fuel and enhance operational efficiency. The renewed agreement will allow Gulf Air to further attain significant cost savings for its business, while ensuring the best travel experiences for its clients.

Captain Nasser Al Salmi, Gulf Air Chief Operating Officer, commented on the latest deal:

“AirCentre Flight Plan Manager offers an essential technology solution in support of Gulf Air’s operations. With this solution, we can accurately calculate fuel usage, in turn supporting our drive to better manage and reduce fuel costs. This upgrade can only further benefit Gulf Air as we continually work towards operating in the most efficient and cost-effective manner and maintaining the highest level of service for our passengers.”

Dino Gelmetti, vice president Airline Solutions EMEA at Sabre also stated:

“It is increasingly evident to us that Gulf Air is enjoying greater success and has a clear path for continued growth over the coming years. Sabre is fully committed to helping Gulf Air deliver that strategy by providing technology that can help streamline its operations. Flight Plan Manager is based on flexible and adaptable technology infrastructure designed to enable airlines to maintain a modern operational environment, evolving with an airline’s needs as the dynamic marketplace changes.”

Sabre's Flight Plan Manager automatically calculates best flight routes, enabling air carriers to increase fuel efficiency while reducing CO2 emissions and flight costs.

Sabre’s airline technology offering comprehensible software solutions is currently being used by 225 airlines around the globe to reduce costs and deliver better and safer flight experiences for their customers.