Singapore Airlines launches unique SMS contact service
24 July 2009 - Have you been in a situation overseas where you needed to get in touch with Singapore Airlines but did not know what number to call?
Singapore Airlines is pleased to announce that with immediate effect, Solitaire Priority Passenger Service (PPS) Club members with Singapore mobile numbers can enjoy the convenience of being able to directly get in touch with a customer service representative from anywhere in the world, simply by sending a Short Message Service (SMS) text message.
The introduction of the SMS contact service, known as PPS Connect, means that all customers will have to do is text their PPS Club membership number to a designated number. Once the SMS is sent from their mobile phones, customers will receive an SMS confirmation of receipt within minutes and a call from a customer service representative no more than 30 minutes later.[1]
To use the service, Solitaire PPS Club members will just need to register their details via a website link sent to them.
Said Singapore Airlines’ Senior Vice-President Product and Services, Mr Yap Kim Wah, “With just one phone number, our customers can reach us anytime, from almost anywhere in the world with their roaming-enabled mobile phone. This service will make it even easier for our customers to contact us."
The service was developed in partnership with Singapore-based technology company Intregen, which provides mobile solutions for corporate and personal users.
Mr Chris Lang, Chief Technology Officer of Intregen, said, "Intregen is pleased to partner with Singapore Airlines to launch an automated, global SMS contact service for its Solitaire PPS Club Members. This is an innovative, convenient and cost effective way for passengers to contact the airline from anywhere in the world, using Intregen's patented technology."
About the Solitaire PPS Club
The Solitaire PPS Club status is the highest tier of Singapore Airlines’ PPS Club programme, which comprises members who fly often in Singapore Airlines Suites, First or Business Class on Singapore Airlines and Business Class on SilkAir.
All PPS Club members are also members of KrisFlyer.
To achieve Solitaire status, PPS Club members need to accumulate a PPS Value of S$250,000 over a maximum period of 5 consecutive years as a PPS Club member.
In addition to PPS Club privileges, Solitaire PPS Club members enjoy access to the First Class area of the SilverKris Lounge regardless of class of travel on Singapore Airlines and SilkAir and check-in at the First Class counter.
A Supplementary card is given to spouses.
About Singapore Airlines
When Singapore Airlines was formed in 1972, it operated a modest fleet of 10 aircraft to just 22 cities in 18 countries. With a commitment to fleet modernisation, product and service innovation and market leadership, the Airline quickly distinguished itself as a world-class carrier.
Today, Singapore Airlines operates a modern passenger fleet of more than 100 aircraft and its network, including Singapore Airlines Cargo and SilkAir destinations, currently covers a total of 98 destinations in 40 countries.
In October 2007, Singapore Airlines made aviation history again as the first to fly the world’s largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380.
About Intregen
Intregen (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based technology company, providing innovative, convenient and cost-effective mobile solutions for corporate and personal users. Together with private equity investors, SPRING SEEDS Capital is a founding investor in the firm.
[1] The timeframe in which the SMS confirmation receipt is delivered is subject to network availability and traffic. For incoming calls, roaming charges apply as usual.
