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Orbitz
 NEWS FROM THE STANDARD
Southwest Pulls Flight Data to Hinder Orbitz
Jul 09 2001 03:28 PM PDT

Orbitz Stokes Web Airfare Wars, Critics Say
Jun 05 2001 11:49 AM PDT

Orbitz Takes Off
Jun 04 2001 08:07 AM PDT

Southwest Airlines Sues Orbitz
May 04 2001 02:54 PM PDT

Smooth Ride for Bush Antitrust Pick
May 02 2001 10:57 AM PDT

 PROFILE
Internet travel site Orbitz.com (formerly known by the code name T2) was founded by five familiar frequent flyers to embrace the online acquisition of airline tickets, rental cars, and hotel rooms. American, Continental, Delta, Northwest, and United Airlines created the Web site to compete with Travelocity and others in the online reservation and ticket sales industry. The company's hotel services are offered through partners Marriott, Hyatt, and Wyndham International. Jeffrey Katz, former president and CEO of Zurich-based SAirGroup's airline Swissair, leads the company as chairman, president, and CEO.

 COMPETITION
Expedia, Inc. (EXPE)
Travelocity.com Inc. (TVLY)
priceline.com Incorporated (PCLN)

 KEY PEOPLE
• Jeffrey Katz
    CEO
• John Park
    CFO

 CONTACT INFO
200 S. Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL 60606
US
Phone: 312-632-1500
Fax: -
Online: Web Site

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