A new deal between Flight Centre and Air New Zealand has been signed, with an aim to increase revenue and create a win-win situation for both companies.
The new three-year strategic partnership, which was signed in Brisbane by Air New Zealand CEO Christopher Luxon and Flight Centre CEO Graham Turner, will cover existing operations in New Zealand, Australia, USA , Canada and the UK.
According to Luxon:
“[The deal] seeks to build deeper sales and market development opportunities, in addition to improving alignment with tourism board marketing opportunities”.
Christopher Luxon, CEO, Air New Zealand
Luxon also added that partnering with like-minded industry leaders was crucial to the airline’s future success:
“Flight Centre brings unique, innovative propositions to our key markets and is the ideal partner to increase awareness and familiarity of our global network.”
Flight Centre is likewise happy to partner with Air New Zealand, having already enjoyed a long and beneficial relationship with the airline for many years.
“Our aim will be to work proactively with Air New Zealand to promote its world class offerings to our leisure and corporate travel customers globally.”
Melanie Waters-Ryan, Chief Operating Officer, Flight Centre
Just recently, Flight Centre expanded its Asian presence by acquiring a 40 percent stake in a Kuala Lumpur-based travel company.
