UNA Goes Live On Amadeus GDS, Opens Global Flight Booking Access
United Nigeria Airlines (UNA), a leading aviation company in Nigeria has gone live on the Amadeus Global Distribution System (GDS) in a move the airline says marks a major milestone in its commercial and distribution strategy.
The Amadeus GDS rollout comes as United Nigeria Airlines continues to scale its route network and operational capacity.
The airline has recently added more Boeing 737-800NG aircraft to its fleet, with a new addition set to be unveiled on Thursday, June 18, a development the carrier says will help it meet rising passenger demand and improve operational efficiency
Adedayo Olawuyi, Chief Commercial Officer at United Nigeria Airlines described the Amadeus integration as a major leap forward for the airline’s distribution capabilities.
Olawuyi said the integration meant that travel agents, corporate clients, and travel management companies around the world could now search, book, and manage UNA’s flights directly through the Amadeus platform.
He said it would instantly boost the carrier’s visibility and accessibility across the global travel marketplace.
“Our integration with Amadeus represents a major leap forward in our commitment to providing convenient and efficient access to our services.
“It opens up United Nigeria Airlines to a wider global audience and strengthens our ability to serve both domestic and international travelers through trusted travel partners.
“It will also enable us to scale distribution, deepen market penetration, and enhance overall customer convenience.
“With this launch, UNA joins a network of leading global carriers leveraging Amadeus GDS to deliver improved booking experiences, real-time inventory access, and enhanced fare management capabilities,” he said.
Yaan Gilbert, Amadeus Regional General Manager said the partnership deal underscored the company’s broader strategy for Africa’s aviation sector.
“This major partnership perfectly illustrates Amadeus’ core commitment: focusing and investing deeply in Africa to support the region’s booming aviation market, modernise travel tech infrastructure, and connect local carriers to the global stage.
“By joining forces with UNA, now the second largest airline in Nigeria, driving phenomenal growth with over 120,000 passengers per month, we are unlocking incredible new opportunities,” he said.
Gilbert said the partnership will immediately expand UNA’s reach in the global distribution network.
He said United Nigeria Airlines’ inventory was now instantly accessible to hundreds of thousands of travel agencies and partners worldwide.
With the Amadeus GDS now live, customers booking through travel agencies and corporate travel platforms worldwide will have real-time access to United Nigeria Airlines’ flight inventory and fares.
The airline’s expanding fleet, growing passenger numbers, and new global distribution capability position United Nigeria Airlines for continued growth as it competes for a larger share of Nigeria’s aviation market.