Norwegian Airlines News
Norwegian expands German operations as it grows in Europe
Norwegian Air Shuttle has outlined plans to continue its European expansion, with the launch of new routes from Hamburg, Cologne and Munich to several Spanish destinations revealed for this autumn. “The expansion in the German market is part of our future strategy to expand our presence outside of the Nordic region in order to meet the strong competition in the airline industry,” explained Norwegian chief executive, Bjørn Kjos.
Norwegian signs Dreamliner deal with Virgin Atlantic
Norwegian Long Haul has signed a memorandum of understanding with Virgin Atlantic. The agreement enables Norwegian to tap into Virgin Atlantic’s expertise on long-haul operations, while Virgin Atlantic’s instructors will receive pilot training on board Norwegian’s brand new 787-8 Dreamliner. Norwegian’s first Dreamliner is due for delivery at the end of June.
Strong passenger growth at Norwegian
Low cost carrier Norwegian has reported strong passenger growth in April, due to the opening of two new bases in England and Spain, and the launch of several new routes. The company carried more than 1.7 million passengers this month, an increase of 28 per cent compared to the same period previous year.
Norwegian launches cargo operation
Low-cost carrier Norwegian has established a cargo company which will coordinate and utilise the capacity of the airline’s route network. In addition, the new company aims to attract more business partners.
Norwegian Air expands at Gatwick
Norwegian Air Shuttle is planning to establish a UK base at Gatwick and will launch 12 new short haul routes this month. The move comes as Norwegian continues to excel at Gatwick; the airline has increased weekly flights from 198 in 2009 and will offer 320 by the end of summer 2013.
Norwegian launches Fort Lauderdale flights out of Oslo
Norwegian has launched Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as a new destination from Oslo. This is the airline’s third long-haul destination from Oslo Gardermoen, making Norwegian the largest operator of direct long-haul routes from Norway’s main airport.
Norwegian: Survival of the fittest in European aviation
As Norwegian prepares to open its first base in the UK, at London Gatwick Airport, Breaking Travel News chats with chief executive Bjørn Kjos about the growing importance of Asian consumers, problems with the launch of the Dreamliner on long-haul routes and the prospects of the aviation industry over the coming decade.
Norwegian targets global business travel growth with Sabre
Sabre Travel Network has signed a multi-year agreement with Norwegian to sell its fares, schedules and inventory to Sabre-connected travel agencies. As part of the agreement, travel agents will be able to shop for and book tickets that include ancillary services offered by the carrier, including on-board meals and up to two checked bags.
Norwegian Air Shuttle to establish Gatwick base
Norwegian Air Shuttle has announced it is to establish a new base in London at Gatwick Airport in spring 2013. Gatwick is already Norwegian’s biggest non-Scandinavian destination with around 100 departures per week.
Norwegian firms up order for 100 Airbus A320neo
Norwegian, one of the largest low cost carriers in Europe, has firmed up its order for 100 A320neo aircraft with Airbus. This follows a commitment signed in January. The order makes Norwegian a new Airbus customer, and as well, one of the biggest A320neo customers.
Norwegian places largest aircraft order in European history
Norwegian Air Shuttle said it has placed the largest order for delivery of new aircraft in European aviation history. A total of 222 new Boeing and Airbus aircraft with a value at list price of £14 billion will replace and expand its existing fleet.
New base at Sandefjord Torp Airport for Norwegian
Norwegian has continued its expansion in the Nordic region with the opening of a new base at Sandefjord Torp Airport, south of Oslo. At the same time the airline launches eight new routes from the airport, in addition to the existing two.