Norwegian Airlines News
Norwegian Expands Munich Flights to Spanish Hotspots
Norwegian Airlines announces the expansion of its flight offerings from Munich, adding two Spanish destinations, Alicante and Malaga, to its schedule effective April. Amid the ongoing recovery from COVID-19 disruptions, the airline’s subsidiary, Norwegian Air Sweden, operating under the code “D8,” will introduce flights to Alicante twice a week and Malaga thrice weekly, aiming to cater to the increasing demand from German travelers seeking sun-soaked beaches and vibrant city life.
The Norwegian Group had 1.5 million passengers in February
In February, Norwegian had 1,281,212 passengers, while Widerøe had 257,826 passengers, totalling 1,539,038 passengers for the group. Norwegian increased its load factor to 86 percent in February, up 2 percentage points compared to the same period last year and close to the highest ever load factor Norwegian has recorded for the month of February.
Norwegian Airlines Purchases Widerøe in Landmark Deal
Norwegian Air Shuttle has announced a groundbreaking deal with WF Holding AS to acquire Widerøe, the oldest airline in Norway.
Norwegian and Strawberry to establish shared “currency” for loyalty programmes
Norwegian and Strawberry are to establish a joint company that will provide a wider selection of services to the members of the companies’ respective loyalty programmes.
Norwegian limits loss in low season – prepares for historically strong summer
Norwegian has reported its results for the first quarter of 2023. The figures demonstrate Norwegian’s ability to reduce capacity in the quieter winter period before ramping up towards the end of the quarter with the start of the summer programme.
Norwegian partners with Norsk e-Fuel to build new e-fuel plant in Norway
Norwegian has announced a landmark partnership with Norsk e-Fuel to build the world’s first full scale e-fuel plant in Mosjøen, Norway. The plant will produce sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), marking an important milestone towards Norwegian’s target of 45 percent emissions reduction by 2030.
Norwegian announces routes for the winter season 2023-2024
144 routes to 65 destinations are on the schedule for the next winter season, and Norwegian continues to fly to Nordic citizens’ favourite cities and vacation spots in southern Europe. Tickets are available for immediate booking.
Norwegian to lease six Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft
Norwegian has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Air Lease Corporation (ALC) to lease six Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft which are in addition to the three 737 MAX 8 aircraft which Norwegian previously agreed to lease from ALC of which one has already been delivered to Norwegian.
Norwegian had 1.3 million passengers in December – domestic Christmas travels on par with 2019
In December, Norwegian had more than 1.3 million passengers, an increase of 41 percent compared to December 2021. During 2022 Norwegian had 18 million passengers.
Norwegian to purchase 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft
Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA has reached an agreement in principle with Boeing for a recommitment to purchase 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The agreement also includes options for an additional 30 aircraft.
Norwegian builds liquidity in first quarter
Norwegian reported its first quarter 2022 results, showing a strong cash position, despite the impact of the omicron virus and the war in Ukraine.
Norwegian’s passenger figures soar in April
Norwegian’s traffic figures showed it flew 1.4 million passengers in April, approximately 50 percent more than in March.