Expedia Inc. will use SilverRail Technologies’ ticketing
platform to launch its rail booking service. Expedia said it was working on a rail product during its third-quarter earnings call late last month.
“SilverRail offers a strong technology platform designed
specifically for the rail business with a wide array of train providers,” said Greg
Schulze, Expedia’s senior vice president of global tour and transport. “We are
optimistic this platform will continue to grow so our travelers have the
broadest possible set of rail options.”
Schulze said the growth of rail and its business
opportunities “is a trend we can no longer neglect.”
Aaron Gowell, CEO of SilverRail, called the agreement with
Expedia “undoubtedly one of the most significant partnerships we have signed.”
Development is underway, and the platform is expected to be
launched in 2016.