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Open Sales and Distribution Model (OSDM)

October 13, 2025 | Passenger

OSDM strives to become the European standard

Progress is being made with the deployment of the Open Sales and Distribution Model (OSDM), which aims to simplify the online booking of cross-border journeys in Europe by making it easier for operators to exchange fares data. Regulatory and commercial issues are raising concerns within the sector, however, as Robert Preston reports.

March 6, 2024 | Main line

Sweden launches national ticketing system

National Distribution System is based on the Open Sales and Distribution Model (ODSM) standard.

October 15, 2021 | Technology

SBB develops ticketing app in seven days using OSDM API

The app covers the complete booking process, including the reservation of seats and ancillary services.

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