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Advantages

Why ARC Participation makes sense to carriers worldwide:
Critical Access	ARC offers access to the lucrative distribution channels of the vast U.S. market, including 20,000 points of sale.
Rich Market Opportunity	ARC settled close to $80 Billion in ticketing transactions in 2008.
Access to U.S. Corporate and Online Markets	From the high yield corporate traveler, to popular online bookings engines, ARC's market reach is broad.
Carrier Branding	ARC provides increased visibility and brand recognition throughout the world.
Direct Payments	Carriers receive weekly cash settlement and enjoy daily credit card processing.
Industry Insight	ARC COMPASS® supplies marketing and business intelligence data that helps carriers make important strategic decisions.
Data Security	Carriers rely on ARC's Payment Card Industry (PCI) certification to store and maintain the integrity of passenger ticketing data.
Participation Levels	We have cost-effective participation options for carriers of all sizes and business models, including internationally-based carriers.

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What's Included

The following core services are included with our participation fee:

• Weekly processing services
• Printing, storage and mailing of ARC Standard Ticket Stock
• Weekly wire transfer to your designated bank account (additional $25 charge for international)
• Preparation and electronic transmission of the Carrier Accounting Transmission (CAT) file
• Preparation and electronic transmission of the Electronic Credit Card Billing (ECCB) file
• Preparation of manual credit card billing documentation (additional charge for shipping)
• Ability to revoke ticketing authority from any ARC-accredited agency location within 24 hours
• One-time download of the Agency List File a data file listing all participating agencies
• Risk management services
• Assignment of dedicated account manager

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