Airlines
Goway, Air New Zealand celebrate 25th anniversary of annual cricket match
For two and a half decades, the annual Goway and Air New Zealand cricket match has become a late summer celebration of both sport and partnership. For Goway and Air New Zealand it was a way to celebrate their partnership as they faced off in a friendly game of one of the South Pacific’s favourite sports. So, it was quite the celebration as the teams gathered once again at the Toronto Cricket Skating and Curling Club for the 25th anniversary match, followed by a reception with both Goway and Air New Zealand team members. Anthony Saba, VP, South Pacific at Goway, proud...
American takes off with narrowbody fleetwide upgrade
American Airlines is taking off with a sweeping transformation across its narrowbody fleet: installing state-of-the-art seatback entertainment screens at every seat and significantly expanding its most premium and spacious seating options. American’s Chief Customer Officer Heather Garboden said that: “We’re making one of the most significant investments in the onboard experience in our history. From next-generation seatback entertainment at every seat to substantially more premium seating options, these enhancements will give our customers more ways to relax, stay connected and...
WestJet marks milestone in inflight experience transformation
WestJet is celebrating the completed the transformation of its remaining all-economy aircraft, fulfilling its commitment to update the interior of all aircraft that were formerly operated by Swoop or Sunwing airlines. The cabin refresh includes upgraded Premium seating, an expanded Extended Comfort cabin as well as enhanced amenities and a refreshed interior look and feel. Samantha Taylor, WestJet Group Executive Vice-President and Chief Experience Officer, explained that: “Unifying our narrowbody fleet is an important step in delivering the reliable and welcoming experience our...
Air Canada finalizes terms of $800 million substantial issuer bid
Air Canada has finalized the terms of its previously announced substantial issuer bid (the “offer”) under which it will offer to purchase for cancellation up to $800 million of its Class A variable voting shares and Class B voting shares (collectively, the “shares”).1 The offer will proceed by way of a “modified Dutch auction”, allowing shareholders to tender all or a portion of their shares at a price ranging from $29.00 to $33.00 per share, in increments of $0.10 per share. The offer will be for up to 27,586,206 shares, or about 9.8% of Air Canada’s 280,167,997 total...
WestJet takes off with comprehensive winter sun schedule
WestJet will be offering its most extensive schedule to Latin America and the Caribbean this winter, growing year-over-year capacity by 12 per cent between Canadians' preferred sun destinations and communities currently within its network. Reinforcing its leadership in sun travel, WestJet continues to build upon its position as Canada's largest airline to four countries famous for their sun and sand including Mexico, Belize, Honduras and Aruba. John Weatherill, WestJet Group Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, said: “As demand for sun travel continues to grow,...
Farenexus partners with Icelandair to support carrier’s NDC program
Farenexus has announced a new partnership that will see it teaming up with Icelandair to support its NDC program. Commenting on the new partnership, Farenexus’ CEO, Ravi Panwar said: “At Farenexus, we believe the future of airline distribution is driven by dynamic, personalized, and seamless airline retailing.” Panwar continued: “We are proud to collaborate with Icelandair as they continue expanding their NDC strategy and delivering richer content and greater flexibility to their distribution partners.” Through the new partnership, Farenexus will provide technology...
Air North expands Yellowknife network
Air North is expanding its service to Yellowknife with a series of network enhancements that strengthen connections across Canada's North while creating new opportunities for northern communities, economic development and tourism. Beginning in December 2026, Air North will introduce new year-round service between Edmonton (YEG) and Yellowknife (YZF). The new route not only provides travellers with another gateway to the Northwest Territories, but also establishes year-round service between Whitehorse and Yellowknife, further connecting the Yukon and Northwest Territories with...
Transat provides update and FAQ on dynamic pricing for ancillaries
Transat is advising travel advisors that to better meet the needs of their clients, ancillary products such as seat selection, baggage, Option Plus, and Option Flex (Standard and Extra) are now offered using dynamic pricing. By taking this approach, Transat says that it allows customers to access prices that are better aligned with booking conditions while providing more choice to personalize their trip according to their preferences and budget. And the company adds that this model is also aligned with common industry practices in the travel sector and enables Transat to remain...