IndiGo Airlines, one of India’s biggest budget airlines has teamed up with Malaysia Airlines to enter into a codeshare agreement. With more than 350 aircrafts in its fleet IndiGo has been making rapid investment into the company. Recently having entered into a codeshare agreement with Japan Airlines, the airlines has entered into another codeshare agreement with Malaysia Airlines.
More about Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia’s flagship carrier has been going through tremendous change and has come with strategies to gain a competitive edge over other airlines. These include, heavy investment into fleet enhancements which include expansions and renovations, in contemporary times, the airline has undergone financial stress but has recently had good revenue. They have utilised the modernisation effect and have made their current fleet into top of the range aircraft, while adding sustainable engines to the fleet.
What does the partnership signify?
The codeshare partnership between the two airlines signifies a new wave of connectivity and a footprint in both countries. Malaysian passengers have seamless connectivity domestically as well as flights to India where they can explore different places. Same goes for Indian customers who statistically love holidays and will have another area to explore thanks to the great connectivity from the partnership. The expanded travel to such countries is the epitome of connectivity and the access it brings, not just for passengers but also businesses where it expands trade routes and reduces time in shipments. For IndiGo airlines, this increases their international footprint and makes them more expanded henceforth increase turnover, same goes for Malaysian airlines. Group Managing Director of Malaysia Aviation Group, Datuk Captain Izham Ismail, had a few words to share on the partnership;
We are delighted to embark on this codeshare partnership with IndiGo, recognising the tremendous potential of the Indian market for both leisure and business travel. This collaboration allows us to offer Malaysia Airlines customers greater access to India’s rich cultural and economic landscape, while warmly welcoming IndiGo passengers to experience the unique charm of Malaysian Hospitality.
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