Virgin Blue announce new alliance with Skywest
Tuesday 11, January 2011
Virgin Blue Group and Skywest airlines have announced a 10 year strategic alliance, with Skywest operating up to 18 new Virgin Blue branded turbo prop aircraft to a number of existing and new destinations around Australia.
John Borghetti, Virgin Blue Group of Airlines Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, said: "By partnering with the preeminent regional airline in Australia, Virgin Blue is investing in building a substantial network in regional Australia and strengthening its domestic network.
"This alliance will significantly benefit regional Australia as well as being a win-win for Skywest and Virgin Blue.
Virgin Blue announce new alliance with SkywestJan 10, 2011Rocked 0Meh 0Knocked 0Virgin Blue has signed a new deal to service flights in regional Australia.Virgin Blue Group and Skywest airlines have announced a 10 year strategic alliance, with Skywest operating up to 18 new Virgin Blue branded turbo prop aircraft to a number of existing and new destinations around Australia.
John Borghetti, Virgin Blue Group of Airlines Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, said: "By partnering with the preeminent regional airline in Australia, Virgin Blue is investing in building a substantial network in regional Australia and strengthening its domestic network.
"This alliance will significantly benefit regional Australia as well as being a win-win for Skywest and Virgin Blue.
"The combined strength of our networks, along with the additional capacity we will deliver with new aircraft, will provide travellers with more frequent flights, better schedules and competitive fares."
Skywest Chairman Jeff Chatfield added: "In addition to providing Skywest with access to Virgin Blue’s extensive network, this major strategic initiative provides us with the opportunity to significantly grow our corporate travel offer for resource sector and charter clients across Australia and internationally.
The first four Virgin Blue branded aircraft are expected to be in operation by the end of 2011.Virgin Blue recently announced a new global network, with partnerships with Air New Zealand and Etihad Airways.
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