https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/sas scandinavian airlines/ Sas Scandinavian Airlines News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:34:21+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-secures-usd-700/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-secures-usd-700/ SAS AB (“SAS” or the “Company”) announces that it has entered into a debtor-in-possession (“DIP”) financing credit agreement for USD 700 million (the equivalent of approximately SEK 7.0 billion) with funds managed by Apollo Global Management (“Apollo”). Mon, 15 Aug 2022 12:56:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pilot-strike-leads-sas-to-file-for-bankruptcy-protection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pilot-strike-leads-sas-to-file-for-bankruptcy-protection/ SAS has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States as a pilot strike compounds the Scandinavian carrier’s financial woes. Tue, 05 Jul 2022 12:29:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ramp-up-and-transformation-of-sas-continues/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ramp-up-and-transformation-of-sas-continues/ SAS continues the ramp-up and has during the quarter seen the highest number of passengers since the pandemic started. Meanwhile, the work with the necessary transformation plan, SAS FORWARD, continues. Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:30:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-receives-first-a321lr-from-airbus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-receives-first-a321lr-from-airbus/ The Scandinavian carrier has taken delivery of the first of three A321LR planes on lease from Air Lease Corporation. The plane is powered by CFM Leap-1A engines. Mon, 19 Oct 2020 07:18:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-cut-5000-jobs-across-scandinavia-in-wake-of-covid-19/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-cut-5000-jobs-across-scandinavia-in-wake-of-covid-19/ Scandinavian Airlines has said it will cut as many as 5,000 jobs as it seeks to restructure for a post-Covid 19 world. The losses will be split between approximately 1,900 full-time positions in Sweden, 1,300 in Norway and 1,700 in Denmark. Wed, 29 Apr 2020 08:35:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norway-offers-bailouts-to-domestic-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norway-offers-bailouts-to-domestic-airlines/ The government of Norway has moved to support the flatlining aviation sector in the country, offering more than US$550 million in bailout funds. Some US$250 million will be directed at embattled budget operator Norwegian. Fri, 20 Mar 2020 09:37:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sas-questions-soul-of-scandinavia-in-new-ad-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sas-questions-soul-of-scandinavia-in-new-ad-campaign/ SAS has launched a slightly odd new ad campaign – ‘We Are Travellers’ - that questions the very origins of Scandinavia. The campaign’s centrepiece is what the airline describes as a “timely, cheeky and warm” reminder of why we travel - and what we bring with us home.  Fri, 14 Feb 2020 08:29:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-takes-delivery-of-first-airbus-a350-900/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-takes-delivery-of-first-airbus-a350-900/ Scandinavian carrier SAS has taken delivery of its first A350-900, becoming the newest operator of the latest generation widebody aircraft. The airline has a total of eight A350-900 aircraft on order and operates a fleet of 68 Airbus aircraft. Mon, 02 Dec 2019 10:22:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-welcome-first-airbus-a321lrs-in-september/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-welcome-first-airbus-a321lrs-in-september/ The first of three new A321LRs, a narrow-bodied aircraft suited for longer distances, will enter the SAS fleet in September next year. The Airbus A321LR is a narrow-body, single aisle aircraft, specially configured to fly longer distances than a standard A321neo. Sat, 16 Nov 2019 18:00:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-unveils-first-new-livery-in-two-decades/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-unveils-first-new-livery-in-two-decades/ For the first time in 21 years, SAS has launched a brand new visual identity and revealed a new design for its aircraft exterior. The new livery is a modern take on classic Scandinavian design. Thu, 19 Sep 2019 18:50:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-passengers-offered-biofuel-opportunity/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-passengers-offered-biofuel-opportunity/ Travelers flying with SAS can now voluntarily choose to buy biofuel and so as to help reduce climate-affecting CO2 emissions by up to 80 per cent. The new non-profit service aims to pioneer a large-scale and competitive market for biofuel within aviation, in line with SAS’ sustainability strategy. Thu, 19 Sep 2019 07:02:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-offer-new-ski-options-to-british-travellers-this-winter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-offer-new-ski-options-to-british-travellers-this-winter/ Just a short distance from around 250 slopes in the in Sälen and Trysil regions of Sweden and Norway, the flights offer British skiers easy access to one of Scandinavia’s leading winter sport regions. Wed, 14 Aug 2019 06:53:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-welcome-airbus-a350-to-fleet-in-early-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-welcome-airbus-a350-to-fleet-in-early-2020/ On January 28th next year, the first of eight new Airbus A350s will officially enter into long-haul service between Copenhagen and Chicago, one of the most popular SAS routes. Thu, 13 Jun 2019 10:26:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-launch-newquay-copenhagen-connection-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-launch-newquay-copenhagen-connection-this-summer/ Scandinavian Airlines will launch direct flights this summer from Newquay to Copenhagen. Taking off twice a week in each direction on a Monday and Friday between June 21st-August 19th, flights will operate on a 90-seat regional jet. Wed, 12 Jun 2019 08:22:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-partners-with-sas-scandinavian-airlines-for-electric-aircraft-resear/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbus-partners-with-sas-scandinavian-airlines-for-electric-aircraft-resear/ Airbus has signed a memorandum of understanding with SAS Scandinavian Airlines for hybrid and electric aircraft eco-system and infrastructure requirements research. Collaboration will start in June and will continue until the end of 2020. Thu, 23 May 2019 07:52:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-signs-sas-codeshare-deal-in-scandinavia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-signs-sas-codeshare-deal-in-scandinavia/ airBaltic has concluded a codeshare agreement with Scandinavian Airlines. The partnership will offer convenient connections between Latvia, Scandinavia and beyond. Fri, 17 May 2019 04:39:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-launches-digital-campaign-with-scandinavian-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-launches-digital-campaign-with-scandinavian-airlines/ The £150,000 campaign will run for five weeks in Denmark, Norway and Sweden, to promote travel to Britain and drive visitor growth in and beyond central London. Mon, 25 Feb 2019 08:40:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/europcar-partners-with-scandinavian-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/europcar-partners-with-scandinavian-airlines/ The flag-carrier of Norway, Sweden and Denmark is the eighth largest airline in Europe, a member of Star Alliance and connects more 123 destinations in Europe, the US and Asia. Tue, 11 Dec 2018 08:29:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/newquay-to-welcome-copenhagen-services-next-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/newquay-to-welcome-copenhagen-services-next-summer/ Cornwall Airport Newquay has revealed SAS will commence services from next summer. Launching June 28th, the Star Alliance member will begin a twice-weekly service from Copenhagen, with this being the first time that Cornwall’s gateway has been connected directly with Scandinavia. Tue, 09 Oct 2018 08:12:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-takes-delivery-of-first-a320neo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-takes-delivery-of-first-a320neo/ Scandinavian Airlines has taken delivery of its first A320neo aircraft, becoming the first airline in Scandinavia to operate the world’s most fuel efficient single aisle aircraft. The plane is the first of 30 on order by the carrier. SAS ordered the A320neo as part of its strategy to modernise its fleet with more fuel-efficient aircraft, reducing environmental impact such as emissions and aircraft noise. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 08:12:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ek-to-lead-european-operations-for-scandinavian-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ek-to-lead-european-operations-for-scandinavian-airlines/ Scandinavian Airlines has appointed Niko Ek to the role of regional general manager, Europe. EK is responsible for leading the UK team, based in London, and staff in Europe. Moving to his new role from head of sales operations in Sweden, he has worked at SAS since 2001, returning to the company following a short break in 2013. Fri, 09 Sep 2016 09:22:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-signs-up-for-amadeus-fare-families/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-signs-up-for-amadeus-fare-families/ Scandinavian Airlines have signed up for Amadeus Amadeus Fare Families to provide their customers with more flexibility and options when booking online. Sat, 30 Apr 2016 07:38:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-welcomes-latest-a330-300-to-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-welcomes-latest-a330-300-to-fleet/ Scandinavian Airlines has become the first European airline to receive the new 242-tonne Maximum Take-Off Weight variant of the A330-300. The aircraft was delivered to SAS during a ceremony held at Airbus in Toulouse, France. SAS has selected Rolls-Royce Trent 700 engines to power its new A330-300. Thu, 24 Sep 2015 08:51:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-launches-new-route-to-hong-kong/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-launches-new-route-to-hong-kong/ Scandinavian Airlines’ first departure to Hong Kong took off today, offering good connections with the UK from Heathrow and Manchester. At the same time, SAS re-opened its lounge at Arlanda following extensive refurbishment, offering an enhanced transfer experience for UK customers. Fri, 11 Sep 2015 09:11:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-completes-migration-to-amadeus-altea/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-completes-migration-to-amadeus-altea/ Following a strategic partnership established in 2013 that saw SAS’ highly experienced revenue management experts join Amadeus, the airline has now completed its migration to Amadeus Altéa Revenue Management Suite. The migration lays the foundation for the most accurate and intelligent pricing of airline packages and offers. Mon, 15 Jun 2015 04:57:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-begin-gothenburg-stansted-flights-in-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-begin-gothenburg-stansted-flights-in-october/ London Stansted Airport has received a major boost with the announcement that Scandinavian flag carrier, SAS, will begin new flights to Gothenburg later this year. Scheduled to commence on October 26th, 2015, Scandinavia’s largest airline is returning to London’s third busiest airport after a 14 year absence. Thu, 11 Jun 2015 14:19:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-increases-capacity-to-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-increases-capacity-to-london/ SAS is launching several all-new routes for its winter schedule. Larger aircraft will also be deployed on its existing routes from Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo to London Heathrow. The Gothenburg-London route will also switch from Heathrow to Stansted Airport. Sun, 07 Jun 2015 08:06:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-welcomes-google-street-view-to-new-long-haul-cabin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-welcomes-google-street-view-to-new-long-haul-cabin/ Travellers can now take a close look around SAS’s new long-haul cabin using Google Street View. SAS is the first airline in Europe to offer a virtual tour on board a long-haul aircraft, letting users experience what it is like to travel in SAS’s upgraded cabin. The new cabin interior that was launched in February. Thu, 09 Apr 2015 10:02:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-launch-stockholm-hong-kong-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-launch-stockholm-hong-kong-service/ SAS is opening ticket sales for its new direct flights between Stockholm and Hong Kong. The carrier will fly five times a week with good connections to and from Oslo and Copenhagen. SAS is the only airline that flies directly from Scandinavia to Hong Kong. Sat, 31 Jan 2015 09:55:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-goes-the-extra-mile-with-cabforce-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-goes-the-extra-mile-with-cabforce-deal/ Amadeus has closed the gap of the “first and last mile” of the air journey, by announcing the launch of the Amadeus Taxi & Transfer solution in partnership with Cabforce, with Scandinavian Airlines as launch partner. Airlines can now integrate a hassle free “one-stop-shop” in their website, offering a wider range of additional products and services to their customers to increase bookings and revenues. Wed, 24 Dec 2014 09:40:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-arrives-at-terminal-2-london-heathrow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-arrives-at-terminal-2-london-heathrow/ Scandinavian Airlines has today become the latest airline to operate from Heathrow Terminal 2, with 21 flights to Scandinavia departing on its first day. To mark SAS being one of the original airlines at T2 in 1955 and to celebrate the airline’s first day at the new terminal, passengers on the first SAS flight to depart the new terminal at 06:40 flew onboard a retro-painted Airbus A-319 aircraft to Copenhagen. Wed, 10 Sep 2014 09:53:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-adds-new-route-to-houston/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-adds-new-route-to-houston/ Scandinavian Airlines is now connecting Houston, Texas, with Stavanger in Norway through six days a week non-stop air service. The initiative is expected to significantly strengthen the economic and cultural ties that already exist within the oil and gas industry in the regions. Sun, 24 Aug 2014 07:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-flights-to-copenhagen-from-leeds-bradford/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-flights-to-copenhagen-from-leeds-bradford/ Scandinavian Airlines is expanding its regional network and launching a new direct route from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Copenhagen with operations scheduled to start March 31st next year. The service will operate two days a week – Monday and Friday – with a flight time to Copenhagen of just one hour 50 minutes.  Thu, 21 Nov 2013 09:49:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-launches-humberside-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-launches-humberside-route/ Scandinavian Airlines is starting its new direct route between Humberside and Copenhagen. The flights to Copenhagen will operate once a day, five days a week – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Tue, 12 Nov 2013 07:44:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sia-expands-codeshare-deal-with-sas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sia-expands-codeshare-deal-with-sas/ Singapore Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines are expanding their codeshare agreement to cover more destinations in Europe, Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Sun, 01 Sep 2013 17:12:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rolls-royce-wins-1bn-order-from-scandinavian-airlines-system/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rolls-royce-wins-1bn-order-from-scandinavian-airlines-system/ Rolls-Royce has won an order worth $1 billion, at list prices, from Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) for Trent XWB and Trent 700 engines and long term TotalCare® services. Fri, 28 Jun 2013 23:30:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-humberside-copenhagen-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-humberside-copenhagen-route/ Scandinavian Airlines is expanding its regional network and launching a new direct route from Humberside International Airport to Copenhagen with operations scheduled to start on 28 October 2013. Sun, 16 Jun 2013 08:00:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-launches-new-humberside-copenhagen-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-launches-new-humberside-copenhagen-route/ Scandinavian Airlines is expanding its regional network and launching a new direct route from Humberside International Airport to Copenhagen with operations scheduled to start on October 28th 2013. Hans Dyhrfort, SAS regional general manager Western Europe, commented: “With more than five million people living within reach of the airport, the Humber region is an important northern hub and area of development for SAS.” Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:38:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-app-proves-popular/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-app-proves-popular/ On April 9, SAS launched its new app which can be used to book trips to all its destinations directly on a smart phone or tablet device. SAS customers can now easily book, check in, choose a seat on board and receive their mobile boarding pass on their phone or device. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 03:30:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-opens-the-door-to-the-us-west-coast/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-opens-the-door-to-the-us-west-coast/ North America is an important and growing market for SAS, which already flies to New York, Chicago and Washington. Scandinavia is a market that has no direct flights to the US West Coast and there has therefore been demand from several Nordic and international companies for a smooth connection to this part of the world. SAS is now fulfilling that wish. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:00:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-to-link-copenhagen-and-san-francisco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-to-link-copenhagen-and-san-francisco/ In spring 2013, Scandinavian Airlines is launching a new route from Copenhagen to San Francisco with easy connections from London. The new service will run six times a week and is scheduled to offer smooth connections from London to San Francisco and North American destinations. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 06:09:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-moves-to-two-class-cabin-configuration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-moves-to-two-class-cabin-configuration/ SAS is launching a new service concept, replacing the previous service classes with two brand new alternatives: SAS Go and SAS Plus. “We have worked with our customers to develop these products, which meet the increasing demand for smoother and more time-efficient journeys for both leisure and business passengers,” explained a statement from the airline. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:57:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-increases-cooperation-with-sykes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-increases-cooperation-with-sykes/ SAS has agreed a contract with SYKES to significantly extend cooperation and to transfer further elements of Customer Contact Center (CCC) operations to Sykes. Some parts of SAS support for corporate customers and agents will continue to be managed internally. Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:30:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-launches-newcastle-copenhagen-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-launches-newcastle-copenhagen-flight/ Scandinavian Airlines is expanding its regional network and launching a new direct route from Newcastle International Airport to Copenhagen with operations starting on February 4th 2013. SAS will be offering a daily flight to Copenhagen from Newcastle, from Monday to Friday using a 50 seater Cimber A/S aircraft on a wet lease agreement with CRJ200 equipment. Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:53:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-onboard-wi-fi-services/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-onboard-wi-fi-services/ SAS is launching the first version of its new Wi-Fi start page. Its content has been adapted to its customers, offering free services and entertainment. SAS has decided to work with well-known partners, including Dagens Nyheter, Dagens Næringsliv and International Herald Tribune. Thu, 27 Dec 2012 08:30:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-confirms-45-new-routes-for-2013/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-confirms-45-new-routes-for-2013/ SAS has confirmed it will radically overhaul its schedule in 2013, with the launch 45 new routes. This means that SAS will offer direct flights to exciting new destinations from all of the main airports and a number of regional airports in the Nordic countries. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:41:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/danish-cabin-crew-sign-up-to-sas-survival-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/danish-cabin-crew-sign-up-to-sas-survival-plans/ Danish Pilot Union members have voted to approve a new collective agreement at SAS Scandinavian Airlines as the carrier battles for survival. The decision was one of the final pieces in a turnaround plan outlined by the airline earlier this month, with seven of the eight unions involved confirming their acceptance earlier this week. Fri, 23 Nov 2012 10:17:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-signs-deals-with-trade-unions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-signs-deals-with-trade-unions/ SAS Scandinavian Airlines has signed new labour agreements with seven of the eight unions it is in negotiations with as it battles for survival. The carrier said last week it would shed 6,000 jobs as it sought to avoid bankruptcy. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 12:22:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-group-to-cut-800-jobs-in-final-call-restructuring/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-group-to-cut-800-jobs-in-final-call-restructuring/ Another day, another struggling flag-carrier announces a radical overhaul of its operations as it battles for its existence. Air France, Qantas, and Iberia were today joined by SAS Group, which revealed a “new comprehensive” plan which it hopes will pave the way for a new, strong and competitive airline. Mon, 12 Nov 2012 12:11:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-flights-to-birmingham/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-flights-to-birmingham/ SAS Scandinavian Airlines has started operating its new direct route between Birmingham and Stockholm. The first aircraft left Birmingham for Stockholm earlier. Wed, 31 Oct 2012 09:50:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-upgrades-to-new-travel-technology-platform/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-upgrades-to-new-travel-technology-platform/ OpenJaw Technologies, a leading online technology partner of the world’s biggest travel brands, and Scandinavia’s largest airline, Scandinavian Airlines System, announced that SAS is to upgrade to the OpenJaw t-Retail Platform. This is OpenJaw’s first existing client to announce its migration to the new platform. Mon, 28 May 2012 10:11:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-and-scandinavian-airlines-sign-joint-venture-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-and-scandinavian-airlines-sign-joint-venture-deal/ The chief executives of Singapore Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines, Goh Choon Phong and Rickard Gustafson, have signed a joint venture agreement. The move follows the Memorandum of Understanding signed in January this year and covers routes between Singapore and Scandinavia. Mon, 14 May 2012 11:08:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-and-singapore-airlines-sign-joint-venture/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-and-singapore-airlines-sign-joint-venture/ The CEOs of Scandinavian Airlines and Singapore Airlines, Rickard Gustafson and Goh Choon Phong, today signed a joint venture agreement in Singapore. This follows the Memorandum of Understanding that was signed in January and covers routes between Scandinavia and Singapore. Fri, 11 May 2012 18:00:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/frequent-flyer-programmes-join-worldhotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/frequent-flyer-programmes-join-worldhotels/ The frequent flyer programmes of Scandinavian Airlines and airBaltic as well as the South American loyalty coalition network Multiplus have become the latest partners for Worldhotels. The three partners EuroBonus, BalticMiles and Multiplus complement the largest selection of frequent flyer and loyalty programmes offered by any independent hotel group. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:44:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-is-europes-most-punctual-airline-for-third-year-in-a-row/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-is-europes-most-punctual-airline-for-third-year-in-a-row/ Scandinavian Airlines has officially been named Europe’s most punctual airline, for the third year in a row, by the independent source Flightstats. SAS was also the world’s third most punctual airline after Japanese airlines ANA and JAL. For 2011, 88.22% of all SAS flights arrived on time. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:00:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-and-scandinavian-airlines-boost-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-and-scandinavian-airlines-boost-partnership/ Singapore Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines have agreed to boost air services between Singapore and destinations in Scandinavia - including with direct flights to the Swedish capital Stockholm. Under a memorandum of understanding signed earlier, the Star Alliance partners plan to co-operate on existing as well as new flights. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:50:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-orders-new-short-haul-seats/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-orders-new-short-haul-seats/ Scandinavian Airlines has ordered new seats for its shorth-haul fleet. The next generation seats from Recaro offer improved comfort for customers, who get additional leg room, whilst the lightweight seats weigh less and are thereby better for the environment. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:00:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-21-new-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-21-new-routes/ SAS is giving its customers 21 new destinations to choose from when the 2012 summer schedule comes into operation in March next year. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 17:00:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-move-bergen-flight-from-london-to-manchester/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-move-bergen-flight-from-london-to-manchester/ SAS is to launch a new direct route from Manchester to Bergen on January 6th 2012. The twice-weekly service will be replacing SAS’ London Gatwick – Bergen route which will cease operations on November 1st 2011. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 22:50:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-takes-different-tact-on-iphone-hype/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scandinavian-airlines-takes-different-tact-on-iphone-hype/ With Carrentals.co.uk and Travelzoo both releasing new iPhone apps today – ahead of the expected launch of the new iPhone 5 later – Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has taken a slightly different tact. Today, the airline has launched the TimeKiller, an iPhone App aimed at travellers not flying with SAS. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 11:44:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-sets-punctuality-record-and-is-worlds-most-punctual/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-sets-punctuality-record-and-is-worlds-most-punctual/ Scandinavian Airlines set a punctuality record last month and thereby became the world’s most punctual airline for the second month in a row. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:45:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-to-launch-mumbai-cargo-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-to-launch-mumbai-cargo-service/ Finnair Cargo has confirmed it will launch all-cargo flights to Mumbai from September 16th 2011 in co-operation with Nordic Global Airlines. The decision comes as India continues to grow in importance to the world economy. Sat, 20 Aug 2011 11:53:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-champions-booking-transparency-with-the-launch-of-the-hidden-fee-finder/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-champions-booking-transparency-with-the-launch-of-the-hidden-fee-finder/ Find it frustrating when you book a flight on a low-cost airline only to be caught out by hidden charges? With its brand new Hidden Fee Finder, SAS, Scandinavian Airlines, champions transparency throughout bookings. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:00:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-and-aegean-airlines-commence-code-share-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-and-aegean-airlines-commence-code-share-partnership/ Star Alliance members, Aegean Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines are today entering into a code-share agreement that offers Scandinavian travelers more and quicker transfer points across Europe. In addition, the code share will allow Aegean Airlines to offer Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm, as new destinations in its International Network. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 16:00:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-announces-new-route-to-shanghai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-announces-new-route-to-shanghai/ This summer, SAS Scandinavian Airlines has announced that it will be expanding its long-haul operations by launching a new route to Shanghai via Copenhagen from Heathrow to complement the existing service to Beijing. Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:24:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-inks-deal-with-airbus-for-30-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-inks-deal-with-airbus-for-30-aircraft/ Following a recent announcement to gradually replace its fleet, the SAS Group has placed an order for 30 Airbus A320neo planes. Based on Airbus list prices and before any discounts, the value of the firm order is approximately £1.8 billion. Wed, 06 Jul 2011 10:02:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-air-show-sas-orders-30-airbus-a320neo-family-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-air-show-sas-orders-30-airbus-a320neo-family-aircraft/ SAS has signed a firm order for 30 A320neo Family aircraft, as part of its strategy to streamline its fleet with more fuel-efficient new aircraft. These new A320neos will join the airline’s existing fleet of eight A321s and four A319s, and enable SAS to transition to an all-Airbus fleet at its prime Copenhagen base. Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:39:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-set-to-offer-shanghai-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-set-to-offer-shanghai-service/ Scandinavian Airlines has confirmed it will launch new Copenhagen-Shanghai services on March 1st 2012. SAS has been nominated as Europe’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards, with the winner set to be revealed later this year. Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:23:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-copenhagen-shanghai-in-march-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-copenhagen-shanghai-in-march-2012/ Scandinavian Airlines will launch its new Copenhagen-Shanghai March 1, 2012. The five weekly service will offer short and smooth connections time from all over Scandinavia and European destinations such as London, Munich, Paris, Berlin, Warsaw, Vienna and the Baltic capitals to Shanghai. Fri, 10 Jun 2011 09:30:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-and-singapore-airlines-to-strengthen-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-and-singapore-airlines-to-strengthen-partnership/ Scandinavian Airlines and Singapore Airlines have signed a Letter of Intent to further develop and enhance their partnership. Thu, 19 May 2011 18:12:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ana-and-sas-to-launch-code-share/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ana-and-sas-to-launch-code-share/ ANA, Japan’s leading carrier, has signed a code-share agreement with Scandinavian Airlines System, one of its fellow members in the Star Alliance. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 05:00:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norway-looks-for-sas-exit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norway-looks-for-sas-exit/ Officials in Norway have mooted the sale of the national stake in Scandinavian airline SAS. The Trade and Industry Ministry earlier requested permission from the national parliament to proceed with the sale. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 13:14:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-holds-first-gay-air-wedding/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-holds-first-gay-air-wedding/ The world’s first gay marriage on a plane has taken place on an SAS Scandinavian Airlines flight between Stockholm and New York on 6 December. Thu, 09 Dec 2010 11:24:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gustafson-takes-over-at-troubled-sas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gustafson-takes-over-at-troubled-sas/ Nordic airline SAS has appointed Rickard Gustafson as its new president and chief executive with a brief to stem losses. With a background in insurance – where he is presently chief executive of Codan/Trygg-Hansa – Mr Gustafson was drafted in following the surprise resignation of Mats Jansson earlier this year. Thu, 16 Sep 2010 10:35:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/worlds-most-punctual-airlines-revealed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/worlds-most-punctual-airlines-revealed/ SAS Scandinavian Airlines was Europe’s most on-time airline this summer for the second year in a row, while Ryanair has been revealed as more punctual than British Airways, according to new figures from airline punctuality specialist Flightstats. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:53:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-forces-sas-into-the-red/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-forces-sas-into-the-red/ Airline SAS AB has reported a sharp narrowing of financial losses for the second quarter of 2010, but failed to return to profit due to the Icelandic ash cloud. The Scandinavian group also saw revenue fall as cost cutting measures took effect. Wed, 18 Aug 2010 11:57:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-gateway-to-laplandina/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-gateway-to-laplandina/ SAS opens a new Scandinavian gateway to Lapland! From 6th November, Scandinavian Airlines will fly directly between London Heathrow and Luleå in northern Sweden once a week – perfect for the adventurous travellers. Mon, 16 Aug 2010 11:40:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jansson-to-leave-sas-this-autumn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jansson-to-leave-sas-this-autumn/ Scandinavian Airlines chief executive Mats Jansson has confirmed he will leave the airline later this year. Mr Jansson, who has been with the company for four years, cited his expiration of his contract and age as key factors behind the decision. Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:43:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/anders-ehrling-is-scandics-new-president-and-ceo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/anders-ehrling-is-scandics-new-president-and-ceo/ Anders Ehrling, former CEO of SAS Sweden, will be the new President and CEO of the Nordic region’s leading hotel chain – Scandic. Anders Ehrling will take up the post on 1 September this year. Wed, 04 Aug 2010 10:50:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-continues-to-innovate-both-on-the-ground-and-in-the-air/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-continues-to-innovate-both-on-the-ground-and-in-the-air/ SAS continues to innovate with a series of changes and trials to their product offering both in the air and on the ground. Thu, 10 Jun 2010 16:09:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-takes-on-discover-the-world-marketing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-takes-on-discover-the-world-marketing/ SAS Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), the national carrier for Denmark, Norway and Sweden, has become a new client for Discover the World Marketing.  Under the agreement, Discover will help SAS with its international marketing development in Brazil, Mexico and South Africa. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 15:49:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-come-to-the-rescue-of-ba-customers-in-light-of-strike-action/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-to-come-to-the-rescue-of-ba-customers-in-light-of-strike-action/ Scandinavian Airlines has announced today measures to help BA passengers as much as possible after hearing the reconfirmation that BA crew will be striking and could walk out as early as Thursday 20 May in the evening. Fri, 21 May 2010 12:08:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/blue1-doubles-london-heathrow-flights-to-helsinki/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/blue1-doubles-london-heathrow-flights-to-helsinki/ Blue1, the Finnish airline member of the SAS Group, is doubling its services to Helsinki from London Heathrow with a second daily flight added to its existing schedule.  Starting 26 April 2010 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:29:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-ordered-to-pay-20m-in-espionage-case/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-ordered-to-pay-20m-in-espionage-case/ Airline SAS Norway has been ordered to pay millions in damages to rival Norwegian Air after being found guilty of illegally accessing sensitive data. Norwegian alleges sensitive date was utilised between 2002 and 2004, via the Amadeus booking system. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:06:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-group-announces-additional-flights-from-london-heathrow-to-scandinavia-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-group-announces-additional-flights-from-london-heathrow-to-scandinavia-/ The SAS Group is expanding its services to Scandinavia from London Heathrow with further flights added to its existing schedule. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:59:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-gateways-to-norway-and-sweden/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-launches-new-gateways-to-norway-and-sweden/ New Scandinavian gateways unveiled by SAS!  2010 marks the start of flight services to Bardufoss (Norway) and Visby (Sweden), further expanding SAS connecting routes for UK passengers to Northern Europe. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:54:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090615122406610/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090615122406610/ Following its two successful Dubai-Copenhagen winter season service, SAS Scandinavian Airlines, the largest airline in Northern Europe and the national carrier of Denmark, Norway and Sweden, is gearing up for its third Dubai-Copenhagen thrice-weekly winter season service scheduled to commence on 29 October 2009, with the appointment of Albert Henschel as its new General Manager for the UAE. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:24:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090203112748844/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090203112748844/ SAS Scandinavian Airlines is launching a drastic restructuring plan as it attempts to stem huge losses and reduce its activities.Under the “Core SAS” programme, the group said it would reduce its workforce by up to 40 percent from around 23,000 to 14,000. This would involve cutting 3,000 jobs in addition to 5,600 jobs that would go through disposals or outsourcing deals. It is planning a SKr6bn rights issue to carry out the overhaul. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:27:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20081219161410362/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20081219161410362/ Cash-strapped Scandinavian Airlines System has announced plans to sell its stakes in subsidiaries Spanair and airBaltic in a bid to raise much-needed funds.SAS said it would sell a majority holding in its wholly-owned company Spanair to a consortium of Spanish investors but did not specify the stake of the stake or the fee. It is also selling its 47.2 percent stake in airBaltic to the management of airBaltic for 20 million Euros. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:14:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20070910100319825/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20070910100319825/ Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) will launch a thrice-weekly, non-stop flight from Dubai to the Danish capital Copenhagen from 1 November. Mon, 10 Sep 2007 10:03:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20070730102656507/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20070730102656507/ SAS Scandinavian Airlines has agreed on a contract with Dnata Travel Services to represent SAS as General Sales Agent in the United Arab Emirates. Mon, 30 Jul 2007 10:26:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20060404074352409/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20060404074352409/ Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is targeting BA Executive Club Gold card members in its latest marketing campaign. Tue, 04 Apr 2006 07:43:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn2013/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn2013/ Resfeber, the most visited travel site in Scandinavia, and one of the top ten E-shopping sites in Sweden signs a new weather provider. Tue, 22 May 2001 04:00:40 +0000