Airlines
WestJet Adds Sun, Dreamliner In January
WestJet has released its updated January schedule that features Dreamliner service to Mexico, along with more flights to sun destinations in the Caribbean, the United States (including Hawaii), Mexico and Central America. Arved von zur Muehlen, chief commercial officer for WestJet, said: “WestJet continues to welcome the introduction of new COVID-19 testing programs and pilots to ensure that our guests can confidently and safely travel abroad," said "With new destinations and the introduction of our Dreamliner service to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, guests can book with additional...
AC Taps Kazzaz For Executive VP, CFO Roles
Air Canada has named Amos Kazzaz as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective Feb. 15, 2021. Currently, Kazzaz is the airline's Senior Vice President, Finance, based at Air Canada's Montreal headquarters. Calin Rovinescu, President and Chief Executive Officer, said: “I am very pleased to name Amos as our next Chief Financial Officer following Mike Rousseau's advancement to CEO. Amos has been a key member of our highly skilled executive team for over a decade. His financial acumen, proven track record and deep knowledge of Air Canada's business position him...
IATA Unveils Key Elements Of Its Travel Pass
IATA has unveiled key design elements of the IATA Travel Pass -- a mobile app to help travellers to easily and securely manage their travel in line with any government requirements for COVID-19 testing or vaccine information. Alexandre de Juniac, IATA’s director general and CEO, said that: “Testing is the immediate solution to safely re-open borders and re-connect people. And eventually this is likely to transition to vaccination requirements. In either case, a secure system to manage COVID-19 testing or vaccination information is critical. The IATA Travel Pass is a solution that...
Aeromexico Celebrates 10 In YUL With Lift Increase
Aeromexico marked the 10th anniversary of its Mexico City-Montreal service – its first Canadian destination – by announcing that it was increasing its service level to 5 weekly frequencies. Currently, the airline has direct flights to Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver, as well as code shares with partner airlines to reach more than 30 destinations within Canada. In the last five years, the annual flight offer doubled between the two countries. Michele Martinson, Aeromexico’s Canada Sales Director said that: “We are very happy to celebrate these 10 years connecting Canada with...
Overwhelming Approval
Transat A.T. Inc. advises that at the special meeting of its shareholders held on Dec. 15, 2020, an overwhelming majority of shareholders voted in favour of the special resolution (the "Arrangement Resolution") approving the plan of arrangement under Section 192 of the Canada Business Corporations Act appended to the arrangement agreement entered into between Air Canada and Transat on Oct. 9, 2020 and pursuant to which Air Canada will acquire all of the issued and outstanding Class A variable voting shares and Class B voting shares of Transat (together, the "Shares") for $5.00 per...
Transat Results Reflect The “Magnitude” Of COVID-19
Transat A.T. Inc., has released its results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Oct. 31, 2020. The company’s president and chief executive officer, Jean-Marc Eustache came right to the point: “Our results reflect COVID-19's devastating impact across the travel industry. During the year, we took all necessary actions to limit the damage and preserve our cash.” Eustache continued: “The upcoming completion of the transaction with Air Canada should give us the solidity to face the crisis and capitalize on the recovery that should be sparked by the arrival of a...
Take A Break With Transat
Need a break? Well, if you do, Transat is offering travel agents a 20% discount on its flights and packages to the South. It’s an offer that also provides agents with the perfect opportunity to familiarize themselves with the Traveller Care health and safety program. This promotion is valid for bookings made from Dec. 9, 2020, to Jan. 31, 2021, for travel before April 30, 2021. Some exceptions apply. For more details on how to make a reservation, agents are invited to Get...
It’s In The Cards
Chase and Air Canada have announced a strategic partnership that will make Chase the exclusive issuer of the airline's Aeroplan U.S. credit card. As a part of this partnership, Mastercard will become the exclusive payments network for the new offering in the U.S. The announcement comes one month after Air Canada launched its transformed Aeroplan loyalty program, which brings more value, increased flexibility, unparalleled access to Air Canada, and flight rewards with over 35 partner airlines. Mark Nasr, vice president, loyalty and eCommerce at Air Canada, said: “We are delighted...