Airlines
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...
Amadeus, Star Alliance Making It Touchless
Amadeus and Star Alliance have announced a partnership that will allow travellers enrolled in Star Alliance Biometrics or in Amadeus Traveler ID the benefit of accessing a growing number of airports where identity verification can be utilized during their journey. By joining forces, Amadeus and Star Alliance are creating a more global, frictionless, and touchless journey for the millions of frequent flyers enrolled in the respective programs of its member airlines. Launched last month, Star Alliance Biometrics allows passengers to pass through curb-to-gate touchpoints within...
The Spirit Of Giving
For Canadians and airline communities across the country, Christmas looks different this year. So, in its annual Christmas Miracle video, WestJet is highlighting why it’s important for the spirit of giving to remain strong during these more than difficult times. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, WestJet, with the help of WestJetters, have donated more than 1.3 million items nationwide. For this year's Christmas Miracle, the airline hopes to inspire this same giving. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDucCdjUmBg Arved von zur Muehlen, WestJet’s chief...
Sunwing Takes Off To Cuba
Sunwing resumed service to Cuba this past weekend (Dec. 13), launching weekly flights departing from Toronto and Montreal to Varadero on Sundays. Samantha Taylor, chief marketing officer at Sunwing Travel Group, said of the new service that: “Our customers have been eagerly awaiting our return to Cuba and we’re excited to be bringing them back to this popular island under our wing,” said “Cuba has been a favourite vacation destination of Canadian travellers for over 50 years. We have brought many Canadians to this beautiful destination in the past and we’re happy to help...
A Window Of Opportunity
GlobalData says that direct booking providers have a ‘window of opportunity in post-pandemic travel. The data and analytics company notes that online travel agents (OTAs) were the primary choice of booking channel for 44% of global respondents in Q3 2019, however, it continues, disputed refund policies, coupled with a lack of efficient customer service, give leading service providers an opportunity to boost direct bookings in post-pandemic travel. Johanna Bonhill-Smith, travel & tourism analyst at GlobalData, said that: “OTAs dominate the online travel market space, but the...