Amadeus IT Group Partners with Riyadh Air to Enhance Travel Platform

Riyadh Air will join Amadeus IT Group's travel platform. The move aims to expand Amadeus' reach in the Middle East and North Africa region. The partnership will provide Riyadh Air with access to Amadeus' extensive travel distribution network and technology solutions.

Riyadh Air, one of the leading airlines in the Middle East, has announced its partnership with Amadeus IT Group, a global leader in travel technology. The strategic move aims to enhance Riyadh Air's presence in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region by leveraging Amadeus' extensive travel distribution network and advanced technology solutions.

The collaboration will enable Riyadh Air to tap into Amadeus' extensive travel distribution network, which includes over 200 airlines and 250,000 hotel properties. This partnership will not only expand Riyadh Air's reach but also provide passengers with a more seamless and convenient travel experience. The integration of Amadeus' technology solutions will also allow Riyadh Air to offer real-time flight information, booking, and check-in services, among other features.

This strategic partnership comes at a time when the Middle East is witnessing a surge in investment from U.S. companies and asset managers. Recent deals, such as Salesforce's $500 million investment in artificial intelligence operations in Saudi Arabia, highlight the region's potential as a global growth engine [1]. The Middle East's focus on technology and innovation, coupled with its stable political environment, is attracting significant interest from global investors.

The move by Riyadh Air to join Amadeus' platform is part of a broader trend in the MENA region, where airlines are seeking to enhance their technological capabilities and expand their market reach. This partnership aligns with the broader economic transformation initiatives, such as Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy and reduce dependence on oil [2].

For Amadeus, the partnership with Riyadh Air represents an opportunity to strengthen its foothold in the MENA region. By integrating Riyadh Air's operations into its travel platform, Amadeus can offer a more comprehensive travel experience to its customers, further solidifying its position as a global leader in travel technology.

As the Middle East continues to attract significant investment from U.S. companies, the region is poised to become a major player in the global economy. The strategic partnership between Riyadh Air and Amadeus IT Group is a testament to the region's growing influence and potential.

References:
[1] https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertdaugherty/2025/08/07/us-investors-rush-into-middle-east-50-billion-in-recent-mega-deals/
[2] https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertdaugherty/2025/08/07/us-investors-rush-into-middle-east-50-billion-in-recent-mega-deals/