https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/westjet/ Westjet News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T11:57:16+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-and-westjet-announce-the-airlines-largest-ever-order-for-67-airplane/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-and-westjet-announce-the-airlines-largest-ever-order-for-67-airplane/ Boeing and WestJet today announced the Canadian airline is buying 67 more Boeing jets, bringing its firm order book to 123 airplanes as the carrier plans to expand its fleet and domestic and international networks. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:10:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-vacations-in-exclusive-partnership-with-gonexus-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-vacations-in-exclusive-partnership-with-gonexus-group/ GoNexus Group, a leading global provider of experiences and mobility solutions, proudly announces the official launch of its NexusTours white-label platform within the WestJet Airlines App and on westjetvacations.com. Fri, 23 May 2025 05:49:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-korean-air-to-strengthen-partnerships-with-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-korean-air-to-strengthen-partnerships-with-westjet/ Delta Air Lines and Korean Air will strengthen their respective partnerships with WestJet through the purchase of minority equity stakes in the Canadian airline from Onex Partners, the upper middle market private equity platform of Onex, a Canadian investor and alternative asset manager. Affiliated funds and co-investors of the Onex Group intend to participate in the sale alongside Onex Partners. These investments build on each airline’s existing relationship with WestJet to provide further benefits to customers in North America, Europe, Asia and beyond. Mon, 12 May 2025 05:26:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-expand-codeshare-with-westjet-providing-greater-connecti/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-expand-codeshare-with-westjet-providing-greater-connecti/ Virgin Atlantic and WestJet are delighted to announce an expanded codeshare agreement, strengthening vital business, leisure, and visiting friends-and-family connections between Canada and the UK and key connecting regions including India. The partnership will provide seamless connectivity for customers travelling between the UK and Canada with enhanced customer benefits for connecting passengers. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 06:42:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-commits-to-enhanced-retailing-strategy-with-amadeus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-commits-to-enhanced-retailing-strategy-with-amadeus/ The agreement continues to ensure that all fare options and merchandising capabilities are easily accessible for travel advisors worldwide. Tue, 27 Aug 2024 16:16:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-airlines-launch-new-direct-route-london-to-st.-johns-newfoundland-l/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-airlines-launch-new-direct-route-london-to-st.-johns-newfoundland-l/ Change your Instagram feed to a new destination : Unleash your inner Viking, grab your Iceberg spotting binoculars and be prepared to be ‘Screeched In’. Canadian Airline WestJet will be launching a new London Gatwick to St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador flight 3 times a week from May 1st through to October, 2024. Fri, 12 Apr 2024 06:01:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-expands-turbulence-aware-platform/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-expands-turbulence-aware-platform/ The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that ANA and WestJet have joined its Turbulence Aware Platform on the sidelines of the 79th IATA Annual General Meeting. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 07:23:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2023-interview-with-alexis-von-hoensbroech-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2023-interview-with-alexis-von-hoensbroech-westjet/ Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:13:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2022-alexis-von-hoensbroech-ceo-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2022-alexis-von-hoensbroech-ceo-westjet/ Mon, 20 Jun 2022 17:56:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-service-between-canada-and-scotland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-service-between-canada-and-scotland/ WestJet is launching a Toronto to Edinburgh route this summer as part of its transatlantic expansion. The low-cost Canadian carrier is also operating flights to Glasgow, Dublin, London and Barcelona. Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:35:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-transat-and-westjet-launch-transatlantic-codeshare/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-transat-and-westjet-launch-transatlantic-codeshare/ Air Transat and WestJet have launched a new transatlantic codeshare. WestJet’s code will operate on select Air Transat flights to/from France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, and Croatia. Air Transat’s code will be activated on select WestJet flights, including connections via Montreal and Toronto. Sat, 30 Apr 2022 11:00:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-welcomes-government-plan-to-relaunch-aviation-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-welcomes-government-plan-to-relaunch-aviation-sector/ The plan contains international, proven best practices for proactively protecting air travellers at all stages of the journey and provides the framework for restarting the aviation sector in Canada. Tue, 18 Aug 2020 05:17:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-launch-manchester-halifax-connections-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-launch-manchester-halifax-connections-in-june/ Manchester Airport has revealed its quickest ever transatlantic route will launch later this year. Direct flights to Halifax in Canada will start in June with WestJet, which will start operating from the northern gateway for the first time. Fri, 17 Jan 2020 09:47:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-launches-westjet-codeshare-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-launches-westjet-codeshare-partnership/ Virgin Atlantic has announced a new codeshare partnership with WestJet. From today, customers will be able to book with Virgin Atlantic and fly to four key airports and connect onwards to 28 further domestic destinations in Canada. Tue, 19 Nov 2019 08:07:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swoop-partners-with-expedia-for-new-holiday-offering/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swoop-partners-with-expedia-for-new-holiday-offering/ Swoop has launched Swoop Getaways in collaboration with Expedia Partner Solutions. The Canada-based low-fare airline will now offer holiday packages for the first time, including trips across Canada, the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean. Tue, 29 Oct 2019 14:19:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-be-taken-private-following-onex-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-be-taken-private-following-onex-deal/ Canadian airline WestJet has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Onex Corporation. Under the terms of the all-cash transaction, the organisation will acquire all outstanding shares in WestJet for $31 each. Wed, 15 May 2019 03:53:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-calgary-london-connection-with-new-dreamliner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-calgary-london-connection-with-new-dreamliner/ WestJet has launched a new Dreamliner service between Calgary and London Gatwick with the departure of WS1. The sold-out flight was a first for WestJet’s new 787-9 Dreamliner. Tue, 30 Apr 2019 05:21:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-welcomes-first-boeing-dreamliner-to-fleet-in-canada/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-welcomes-first-boeing-dreamliner-to-fleet-in-canada/ Having long operated a fleet of Boeing single-aisle jets, WestJet will use the super-efficient, long-range 787-9 Dreamliner to serve new international routes. Fri, 18 Jan 2019 09:34:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-reinstate-dublin-halifax-connection-next-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-reinstate-dublin-halifax-connection-next-summer/ Canadian carrier WestJet has announced a seasonal non-stop service from Dublin Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport in Nova Scotia. Tue, 04 Dec 2018 08:55:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-rolls-out-ai-powered-chatbot-juliet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-rolls-out-ai-powered-chatbot-juliet/ WestJet is offering its guests more convenience with the launch of the first ever artificial intelligence powered chatbot from a Canadian airline. Tue, 28 Aug 2018 05:01:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-link-halifax-stanfield-to-two-new-major-european-destinations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-link-halifax-stanfield-to-two-new-major-european-destinations/ WestJet has announced that it is again connecting Atlantic Canada to the world with daily direct flights between Halifax Stanfield International Airport and Gatwick Airport in London and Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. Tue, 30 Jan 2018 09:45:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hong-kong-airlines-signs-codeshare-deal-with-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hong-kong-airlines-signs-codeshare-deal-with-westjet/ Hong Kong Airlines and WestJet have entered into a codeshare agreement, which sees Hong Kong Airline placing its HX marketing code on WestJet-operated flights. The two carriers are building on an existing interline agreement put in place earlier this year. Fri, 22 Sep 2017 08:47:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-goes-global-with-new-connections-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-goes-global-with-new-connections-service/ easyJet has launched Worldwide by easyJet, the first global airline connections service by a European low fares airline. Legacy airlines have traditionally offered connectivity through costly and complex interline and codeshare agreements and procedures. Wed, 13 Sep 2017 08:10:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-calgarys-first-nonstop-service-to-nashville/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-calgarys-first-nonstop-service-to-nashville/ WestJet is starting a new service between Calgary and Nashville, becoming the only Canadian carrier featuring non-stop service from western Canada to Metropolitan Nashville Airport. Sun, 07 May 2017 08:37:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-resumes-flights-to-fort-mcmurray/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-resumes-flights-to-fort-mcmurray/ WestJet will resume flying to Fort McMurray International Airport as the airport reopens for commercial operations for the first time since wildfires caused the suspension of scheduled flights on May 4, 2016. Sun, 12 Jun 2016 08:32:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeromexico-westjet-sign-codeshare-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeromexico-westjet-sign-codeshare-deal/ Aeromexico and WestJet have signed a codeshare agreement. The new codeshare will give Aeromexico’s customers enhanced connecting service via Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver to more than 10 Canadian destinations. Thu, 14 Jan 2016 16:24:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-host-of-canadian-connections-from-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-launches-host-of-canadian-connections-from-gatwick/ WestJet has announced new non-stop service from London Gatwick to six Canadian cities. From spring next year, customers can enjoy flying in style on board WestJet’s fleet of Boeing 767-300 ER aircraft to Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg and Toronto. At the same time passengers can travel to St. John’s on WestJet’s Boeing Next-Generation 737-700 series. Wed, 23 Sep 2015 08:24:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-welcomes-wetstjet-transatlantic-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-airport-welcomes-wetstjet-transatlantic-flights/ Gatwick Airport and WestJet have announced they have reached an agreement and the airline will launch flights between London and Canada next year as the low-cost long haul revolution continues. This will further open up the market between North America and London and provide cost effective access to cities in Canada for British business and leisure travellers and will allow many Canadians new opportunities to visit Britain, all with WestJet’s low fares. Thu, 18 Jun 2015 09:18:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-cfo-steps-down/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-cfo-steps-down/ Westjet’s Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice-President, Finance, Vito Culmone, will be stepping down from his role on May 29, 2015. Vito will be joining another Calgary-based organization in a similar capacity. Sun, 05 Apr 2015 09:25:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-signs-on-for-travelport-rich-content-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-signs-on-for-travelport-rich-content-service/ Travelport today announced WestJet has signed up for its Rich Content and Branding solution. WestJet becomes the latest airline to take advantage of Travelport’s new offering, which is a key component of its’ industry-leading merchandising platform. Tue, 21 Oct 2014 06:07:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-adds-services-to-glasgow1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-adds-services-to-glasgow1/ WestJet has announced Glasgow as its newest European destination. Daily non-stop flights from Halifax begin May 29, 2015, with direct service from Toronto, operated on one of the airline’s Boeing Next-Generation 737-700 series aircraft. Sat, 04 Oct 2014 13:18:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-announces-entry-into-wide-body-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-announces-entry-into-wide-body-service/ WestJet Airlines today announced that it is moving forward with plans that would see the airline fly its own wide-body aircraft as early as fall 2015. The airline has received the support of the WestJet Pilot Association and its Board of Directors, and is currently in the advanced stages of sourcing wide-body aircraft. Wed, 09 Jul 2014 23:30:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-spreads-wings-across-canada-and-beyond/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-spreads-wings-across-canada-and-beyond/ WestJet has confirmed its most comprehensive schedule release since the airline took to the skies in 1996. As part of the 2014 summer schedule, the airline is adding five new routes, increasing frequency on 20 existing routes across the network, while five seasonal routes move to year-round service. Wed, 22 Jan 2014 04:00:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-signs-6.3bn-deal-with-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-signs-6.3bn-deal-with-westjet/ Boeing and WestJet have announced they have completed an order for 65 737 MAX airplanes, fulfilling the carrier’s letter of intent to purchase the airplanes announced on August 29th. The order, valued at $6.3 billion at list prices, consists of 40 737 MAX 8s and 25 737 MAX 7s. Mon, 07 Oct 2013 09:47:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-introduces-plus-plan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-introduces-plus-plan/ WestJet today announced the market launch of Plus, an important part of the airline’s fare bundle roll-out, offering additional flexibility, comfort and convenience to guests looking for more options. Sat, 24 Aug 2013 23:30:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-china-southern-move-to-code-share/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-china-southern-move-to-code-share/ WestJet today announced it has entered into a code-share agreement with China Southern Airlines (CZ). China Southern Airlines will now begin marketing and distributing WestJet-operated flights. Wed, 07 Aug 2013 23:30:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-takes-delivery-of-first-bombardier-q400-nextgen-turboprop/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-takes-delivery-of-first-bombardier-q400-nextgen-turboprop/ Bombardier Aerospace and WestJet have announced the delivery of the first of 20 Q400 NextGen turboprop airliners ordered by the airline. The aircraft will be operated by the new regional carrier, WestJet Encore and will serve multiple destinations, beginning in Western Canada in its first year of service. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:04:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-and-travelport-sign-long-term-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-and-travelport-sign-long-term-agreement/ Travelport and WestJet have announced the details of the early renewal of their long-term full content agreement. Through this agreement, WestJet’s content, fare families, and optional services will be available to Travelport-connected travel agents in Canada via Travelport Smartpoint App, Travelport Agencia and Travelport Universal Desktop. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:12:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cam-kenyon-quits-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cam-kenyon-quits-westjet/ WestJet has revealed the departure of Cam Kenyon, WestJet Executive Vice-President, Operations, effective July 20, 2013. Cam will be returning to Denver to be with his family. Sun, 19 May 2013 09:04:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/icelandair-and-westjet-sign-interline-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/icelandair-and-westjet-sign-interline-deal/ WestJet and Icelandair have launched a new interline agreement opening up the skies for passengers connecting between the Americas and more than 20 Icelandair destinations throughout Europe. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 09:46:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-celebrated-the-100th-next-generation-737/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-celebrated-the-100th-next-generation-737/ Boeing and WestJet celebrated the 100th Next-Generation 737 to join the Calgary-based airline’s fleet Friday. WestJet began in 1996 with three Boeing 737-200s serving five cities and has grown into Canada’s largest low-fare airline serving 81 destinations across Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 07:33:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-air-lines-launches-new-code-share-with-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-air-lines-launches-new-code-share-with-westjet/ Delta Air Lines and WestJet have announced a code-sharing agreement on flights within the United States and Canada, further expanding the partnership between the two carriers. The code-share flights are available for purchase now for service beginning January 23rd, 2012. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:31:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canadian-airline-westjet-considers-new-low-cost-carrier/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canadian-airline-westjet-considers-new-low-cost-carrier/ Canadian airline WestJet has announced it is actively considering the launch of a new short-haul, regional airline as early as 2013 using a fleet of approximately 40 smaller, turboprop aircraft. The decision will bring the carrier into direct competition with fierce rival Air Canada. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:17:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/klm-signs-up-with-westjet-for-improved-canadian-services/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/klm-signs-up-with-westjet-for-improved-canadian-services/ KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and WestJet have operated their first code share flights in a code share agreement between the two airlines which will allow KLM to market and distribute WestJet operated flights under KLM flight numbers. This will enhance the travel possibilities for our customers, giving them access to 30 domestic Canadian routes. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 10:37:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-airlines-seeks-to-block-air-canada-united-continental-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-airlines-seeks-to-block-air-canada-united-continental-deal/ WestJet Airlines has requested permission to contribute to a Competition Bureau investigation into a joint venture between Air Canada and United Continental Holdings. The Canadian low-cost carrier argues the deal could hurt its ability to compete on flights to the United States Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:21:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-welcomes-canada-brazil-air-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-welcomes-canada-brazil-air-agreement/ WestJet welcomed the announcement of the new, Open Skies-type agreement between Canada and Brazil. Thu, 11 Aug 2011 22:00:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-westjet-airlines-launch-codeshare-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-westjet-airlines-launch-codeshare-flights/ American Airlines and WestJet Airlines have launched a comprehensive codeshare agreement Thu, 31 Mar 2011 14:30:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-links-up-with-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-links-up-with-westjet/ American Airlines and WestJet Airlines have entered into a comprehensive codeshare agreement designed to offer greater connectivity to passengers travelling between the United States and Canada.The codeshare relationship – which remains subject to regulatory approval - will allow American to place its AA code on WestJet flights, and WestJet to place its WS code on flights of American Airlines and American Eagle. Tue, 01 Mar 2011 11:52:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-pay-first-dividend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-to-pay-first-dividend/ WestJet Airlines has confirmed it will pay its first dividend to shareholders as the Canadian airline sketched a positive outlook for its next quarter. Calgary-based WestJet confirmed it would pay a quarterly dividend of five Canadian cents per share and reinstated its share buy-back program. Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:36:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-secures-american-airlines-alliance1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-secures-american-airlines-alliance1/ WestJet Airlines has secured its first interline agreement with a US-based partner, linking up with American Airlines. The deal means customers travelling to Canada and transferring to WestJet flights can purchase a single ticket and check bags through to their final destination, as the Calgary-based carrier seeks to expand its presence in the recovering US market. Wed, 20 Oct 2010 08:34:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/increased-demand-sees-canadian-airlines-rebound/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/increased-demand-sees-canadian-airlines-rebound/ Demand for transborder travel has prompted a marked improvement in the financial performance of both WestJet and Air Canada. While the national flag-carrier remained in the red for the second quarter, WestJet – which has remained profitable throughout the recession – recorded a net profit of C$21 million. Fri, 06 Aug 2010 10:22:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/southwest-airlines-to-terminate-agreement-with-westjet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/southwest-airlines-to-terminate-agreement-with-westjet/ Southwest Airlines notified WestJet today of its intent to terminate the agreement to offer connecting service between the United States and Canada with WestJet.  Recently, WestJet requested significant changes to the agreement that the two airlines have had in place since 2008, and WestJet has since reaffirmed and clarified its request.  Southwest cannot agree with the modifications to the confidential agreement. Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:43:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-boost-to-canadian-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-boost-to-canadian-market/ Spending on tourism in Canada increased during the final quarter of 2009, as numbers of both international and domestic visitors grew. Meanwhile, Canadian airline WestJet has been eyeing expansion plans. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 10:51:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-signs-deal-with-accertify/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-signs-deal-with-accertify/ Accertify, the leading provider of enterprise-wide transaction screening solutions, announced today that it has signed a deal with WestJet, Canada’s leading high-value, low-fare airline. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:16:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-communicates-extension-of-enhanced-security-measures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westjet-communicates-extension-of-enhanced-security-measures/ WestJet announced today that in cooperation with the U.S. Transportation Security Administration, Transport Canada and the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), enhanced security screening measures in place at Canadian airports since December 25, 2009, will remain in effect until January 4, 2010. Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:04:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn40000831/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn40000831/ It`s no secret that the travel industry has been struggling lately. But one segment continues to do well - the low-fare airlines such as Southwest Airlines in the United States, Ryanair and easyJet in Europe, WestJet in Canada, GOL Airlines in Brazil and Virgin Blue in Australia. Mon, 17 Jun 2002 10:00:28 +0000