Sas Scandinavian Airlines News
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Danish pilots 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.
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.