Westjet News
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.
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.
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
WestJet welcomes Canada-Brazil air agreement
WestJet welcomed the announcement of the new, Open Skies-type agreement between Canada and Brazil.
American Airlines, WestJet Airlines launch codeshare flights
American Airlines and WestJet Airlines have launched a comprehensive codeshare agreement
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.
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.
WestJet secures American Airlines alliance
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.
Canadian airlines rebound in second quarter
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.
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.
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.
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.