Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, has entered into a partnership with the Oman government to deliver a series of workshops designed to support the digital transformation of the travel management departments.

The partnership with Diwan of Royal Court, Royal Court Affairs, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs is aimed at upskilling travel personnel within these entities, enhancing operational efficiency, and automating manual processes.

Held at Sabre’s regional headquarters in Bahrain, the two weeks of training sessions represent the first collaboration of this kind between Sabre and the Omani government.

Building on a 15-year partnership, Sabre has supported these key Omani government entities with advanced solutions to elevate their travel management capabilities.

This collaboration is the latest milestone, offering a training program that equips teams with the skills to use advanced tools like Sabre 360 Graphical View and New Distribution Capability (NDC). It also emphasises best practices to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance operational excellence.

“We are proud to be partnering with the Omani government on this initiative, which is a testament to our commitment to empowering governments with advanced technology, tools and training,” said Ramzi Al Qassab, Managing Director, Sabre Travel Network Middle East.

“By equipping the Omani government with the skills to leverage our advanced tools, we are not only enhancing their operational efficiency but also reinforcing the trust and reliability that have been the foundation of our partnership for over a decade.

“This collaboration exemplifies Sabre's role in helping governments achieve their strategic goals, including cost savings and operational excellence.”

As Oman pioneers its ambitious digital transformation, it is the first government in the region to launch such a strategic training programme to modernise the travel sector.

This move sets a new benchmark for efficiency and effectiveness, helping to position Oman as a regional leader in government travel management.

“Our long-standing partnership with Sabre has been essential in meeting our evolving travel management needs," said Salam Al Hadhrami, Director of the Travel Services Department, Royal Court Affairs.

"Sabre’s innovative solutions and unwavering support have been vital in ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently.

“These training sessions are more than workshops; they are key opportunities for our teams to gain insights and skills that will allow us to harness the latest technologies and best practices, enabling us to continue serving our nation at the highest level of efficiency."

Aisha Al Balushi, Head of Ticketing Department, Diwan of Royal Court, said: "Our collaboration with Sabre reflects our commitment to upskilling our teams and embracing digital transformation.

"These training sessions are pivotal in equipping our staff with the tools to automate manual processes, significantly enhancing efficiency and reducing time spent on routine tasks.

“This effort is central to our goal of operational excellence and supporting Oman’s ambition for a digitally advanced government."

Nawaf Al Sadri, Reservation and Tickets officer Manager, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said: “Through digitalisation and the adoption of best practices, we aim to streamline our operations and optimise costs, helping to ensure that the travel sector is well-prepared for future challenges.

“Our collaboration with Sabre plays a critical role in our strategy to support Oman’s digital transformation, enhancing efficiency across all government travel operations." – TradeArabia News Service