AirFi has partnered with Transferz, a global ground transport marketplace, to develop an API and software developer kit that integrates the Transferz taxi booking engine into AirFi airline customers’ wireless IFE platforms. Passengers using the service can use their own mobile devices to reserve airport transfers to their final destination during the flight.
Through the partnership, AirFi and Transferz are developing new ancillary revenue opportunities for airlines that also gives passengers peace of mind, knowing their airport transfer is arranged with a reputable and professional service partner when they land.
“We see the wireless IFE portal as a gateway to broader e-commerce success and enhanced ancillary revenue for our airline partners. This partnership is a great example of how we help airlines improve their bottom lines”, said AirFi CEO Job Heimerikx. “We have been in talks with Transferz for quite some time and are impressed with their business model, high standard of ground transport partners, suite of integration tools, and global reach and client base that includes airlines, airports and OTAs”.
Ease of implementation, speed and passenger benefits
The Transferz application can be easily added to the IFE portal of existing AirFi customers and will be a pre-integrated option for new customers. Passengers connected to the wireless onboard network can access the engine with one click, enter their destination hotel (or residence, office, etc.), the number of people in their party, the amount of luggage they have, or any other special need to view suitable rides and prices. Payment can be completed in both online and offline cabin scenarios, and passengers can also add a note for the driver. Upon arrival, the Transferz systems will communicate with the passenger through every relevant moment during the journey.
“The market for ground transportation to and from the airport is immense, and in the case of low-cost carriers, the combined price of ground transfers is often higher than the fare itself. Airlines should be looking at every opportunity to tap into this part of the journey for revenue opportunities and better customer care,” said Johan van Vulpen, CEO at Transferz.
“We have 6 years of experience working with only the most reputable and well-established ground transfer companies at over 1,500 airports globally. Each of our transfer partners must comply with our strict service level agreements, with tough criteria for driver checks, cleaning standards, fleet sustainability, safety, and more. This makes it possible for us to give the passenger true peace of mind, which is especially important when they arrive at a new destination for the first time.”
Transferz guarantees that a ride can be arranged at any airport within their network through the application in as little as 20 minutes, which is about the time a passenger without luggage would need to get from the aircraft to the landside arrivals area in a small airport.
Transferz offers multilingual support 24 hours a day, seven days per week, so airlines can rest assured that their valued passengers are still in good hands after disembarking the aircraft.
Watch the Transferz by AirFi explainer video HERE
About AirFi
Based in Holland with satellite offices and sales partners around the world, AirFi is the leading provider of flexible, low-cost and quick-to-deploy inflight e-commerce, entertainment, and connectivity solutions. AirFi helps airlines improve their bottom lines, streamline crew procedures and enhance the passenger experience through fully customisable and integrated passenger and crew-facing digital solutions. More than 70 airlines globally trust AirFi to deliver innovative and reliable wireless solutions onboard their flights.
About Transferz
Transferz is the global ground transportation platform for travelers, travel brands and transfer companies. Together with its subsidiaries Taxi2Airport and TaxiTender, the company has a trusted network of transfer-partners in over 150 countries. This coverage gives travellers the opportunity to complete their travel journey from and to 1500 airports globally. By completing travel journeys with safe, punctual and carefree rides, Transferz gives travellers, travel brands and transfer companies true peace of mind.
