Meili and SAS join forces for next-level travel experiences

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Meili, the innovative travel technology platform revolutionizing collaborations in the global car rental industry, has officially declared a strategic partnership with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS). Under the four-year agreement, SAS’s existing car rental partners can enhance their direct partnerships by delivering an improved car rental experience through Meili’s cloud-based technology.

Founded by former CarTrawler CEO and CTO, Mike McGearty, and Bobby Healy, Meili’s novel car rental distribution model centers around a fundamental principle—creating seamless travel experiences. This approach allows travelers to access the full spectrum of car rental products and services, including direct insurance coverage and real-time vehicle availability. Additionally, customers benefit from premium loyalty perks usually reserved for those renting directly, an elevated customer experience facilitated by top-notch merchandising technology, and direct, premium customer service for optimal brand exposure.

Mike McGearty, CEO & Co-founder of Meili, emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating, “SAS is Scandinavia’s leading airline, with destinations in Europe, USA, and Asia, making it a valuable addition to our growing partnership portfolio. We are delighted to collaborate with them, as our model establishes alignment and transparency for all stakeholders. Our shared commitment to enhancing the customer experience made this partnership a natural choice. Recognizing the importance for SAS to maintain their direct car rental partnerships and the synergies from their mutual loyalty programs, we are pleased they acknowledge the added benefits our platform brings.”

Caroline Bergström, Head of Ancillary Products, Connectivity & Retail at SAS, added, “We are thrilled to partner with Meili. This collaboration perfectly aligns with our dedication to providing exceptional services to our customers. Together with Meili, we are elevating travel experiences and simplifying the booking process for customers who choose to book their rental car via SAS. It’s essential for us that our customers not only perceive the value and benefits of booking a car with SAS but also appreciate the convenience of adding extras such as car insurance at the time of booking.”

This partnership exemplifies Meili’s commitment to delivering innovative travel solutions and SAS’s dedication to providing high-quality services to its customers.

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