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Web Release
5 days ago
- Business
- Web Release
Turkish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal Expand Cooperation Scope
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, and TAP Air Portugal, the flag carrier of Portugal and the leading European airline flying to Brazil, are expanding their existing codeshare partnership. As part of the recently expanded agreement announced during the IATA Annual General Meeting held in New Delhi, both carriers will now provide their guests with a broader range of seamless travel options beyond their current global networks. Brazil, Morocco, Qatar, and Mauritius are new and exciting destinations entering the scope of cooperation. Additionally, Dalaman and Bodrum, Türkiye's prominent summer destinations, have also been added to the agreement, further augmenting travel options between Türkiye and Portugal, enhancing access to sought-after leisure destinations. Commenting on the agreement, Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ek?i stated: 'We are pleased to further strengthen our long-standing partnership with TAP Air Portugal. Enhanced scope of the new arrangement offers greater flexibility and a wider range of travel options, while contributing to the development of commercial and tourism relations between our countries. We look forward to continuing this valuable collaboration in the years ahead.' TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues also commented: 'Because of our network structure we need to find intelligent ways to connect us to the east. Cooperating with great partners is our way forward to do that. This will provide our global passengers and our Portuguese community with increased options to visit new and exciting places using our Turkish Airlines partner.' This enriched cooperation not only enhances the network presence of both carriers but also fosters increased tourism and business traffic between Türkiye and Portugal, as well as to key destinations across South America, Africa and the Middle East.
Arabian Post
6 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Post
New Codeshare Horizons for Turkish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Turkish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal have deepened their codeshare collaboration, extending shared services to a host of new international destinations. Under the broadened agreement unveiled at the IATA Annual General Meeting on 4 June, travellers can now book seamless flights on routes to Brazil, Morocco, Qatar and Mauritius, while Turkish domestic holiday hotspots Dalaman and Bodrum are also integrated into the expanded arrangement. Bilal Ekşi, chief executive of Turkish Airlines, explained that the enhanced alliance 'offers greater flexibility and a wider range of travel options' and aims to bolster tourist and business connectivity between Türkiye and Portugal. TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues underscored that strategic partnerships are essential for extending the airline's reach eastwards, remarking that the arrangement 'provides our global passengers and our Portuguese community with increased options to visit new and exciting places using our Turkish Airlines partner'. ADVERTISEMENT Both carriers are members of the Star Alliance network, which encompasses more than 1,160 airports in over 190 countries. Turkish Airlines, holding a Guinness World Record since December 2024 for servicing the largest number of countries, flies to 340 destinations across 129 countries, while TAP Air Portugal ranks as Europe's safest airline and leads European service to Brazil. The update enhances booking convenience and connectivity for passengers. With the codeshare, flyers can book single-ticket itineraries that combine flights operated by each carrier, gain through-check of baggage, and accrue loyalty benefits across both their Miles&Smiles and TAP Miles&Go programmes. The inclusion of Brazil responds to TAP's strong presence in South America, where the airline operates over 1,250 weekly flights to 14 cities. Beyond South America, the new route options into North Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian Ocean signify a strategic push to diversify leisure and business travel offerings. Dalaman and Bodrum, already popular among European tourists, have now become a seamless gateway for Portuguese travellers to experience Turkish coastlines within the shared network. Theresa Walsh, aviation analyst at AeroInsight Strategies, noted that although codeshare agreements are common, this specific expansion stands out due to its geographical reach: 'Covering holiday-centric jets like Dalaman and bridging long-haul markets from Lisbon to São Paulo or Doha offers a genuinely integrated experience.' She projected that ticket sales could rise by up to 8–10% on the newly covered routes over the next year. Industry experts highlight that the move may also serve as a template for TAP as it navigates its planned partial privatisation. Portugal's government is preparing to offload its 51% stake in TAP, with a 49% stake open to bids from Air France‑KLM, Lufthansa or IAG. Strengthening international partnerships may enhance TAP's value proposition to prospective investors by showcasing expanded network synergy. Passenger advocacy groups have raised the question of whether such agreements might introduce pricing complexity, as combining two carriers can involve disparate fare rules. Both airlines have reassured the public that prices will remain transparent, with unified booking and support frameworks across shared routes. Operationally, the partners will synchronise schedules, optimise cabin connections, and co‑ordinate service protocols. TAP's fleet of Airbus NEO aircraft, lauded for fuel efficiency, will fly in conjunction with Turkish Airlines' diverse mix of modern jets. Premier travel agents in Lisbon and Istanbul report immediate upticks in enquiries. João Ribeiro, a senior agent at Lusitano Travel, commented: 'Our clients value simplicity. Booking Lisbon–Bodrum via Istanbul on one ticket, with aligned timings and baggage allowances, is exactly the evolution they want.' The alliance extension comes as both airlines seek to rebalance portfolios in response to shifting tourism trends and evolving geopolitics. Airlines across Europe are recalibrating their route maps to lean on partnership networks, minimising standalone risk. The expanded Turkish‑TAP codeshare is among the most notable examples of this trend in 2025.
Tourism Breaking News
13-06-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Turkish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal expand cooperation scope
Post Views: 44 Turkish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal announced that they are expanding their existing codeshare partnership. As part of the recently expanded agreement announced during the IATA Annual General Meeting held in New Delhi, both carriers will now provide their guests with a broader range of seamless travel options beyond their current global networks. Brazil, Morocco, Qatar, and Mauritius are new and exciting destinations entering the scope of cooperation. Additionally, Dalaman and Bodrum, Türkiye's prominent summer destinations, have also been added to the agreement, further augmenting travel options between Türkiye and Portugal, enhancing access to sought-after leisure destinations. Commenting on the agreement, Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi stated: 'We are pleased to further strengthen our long-standing partnership with TAP Air Portugal. Enhanced scope of the new arrangement offers greater flexibility and a wider range of travel options, while contributing to the development of commercial and tourism relations between our countries. We look forward to continuing this valuable collaboration in the years ahead.' TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues also commented: 'Because of our network structure we need to find intelligent ways to connect us to the east. Cooperating with great partners is our way forward to do that. This will provide our global passengers and our Portuguese community with increased options to visit new and exciting places using our Turkish Airlines partner.' This enriched cooperation not only enhances the network presence of both carriers but also fosters increased tourism and business traffic between Türkiye and Portugal, as well as to key destinations across South America, Africa and the Middle East.
Al Bawaba
13-06-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Turkish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal Expand Cooperation Scope
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, and TAP Air Portugal, the flag carrier of Portugal and the leading European airline flying to Brazil, are expanding their existing codeshare part of the recently expanded agreement announced during the IATA Annual General Meeting held in New Delhi, both carriers will now provide their guests with a broader range of seamless travel options beyond their current global networks. Brazil, Morocco, Qatar, and Mauritius are new and exciting destinations entering the scope of cooperation. Additionally, Dalaman and Bodrum, Türkiye's prominent summer destinations, have also been added to the agreement, further augmenting travel options between Türkiye and Portugal, enhancing access to sought-after leisure on the agreement, Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi stated: "We are pleased to further strengthen our long-standing partnership with TAP Air Portugal. Enhanced scope of the new arrangement offers greater flexibility and a wider range of travel options, while contributing to the development of commercial and tourism relations between our countries. We look forward to continuing this valuable collaboration in the years ahead."TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues also commented: 'Because of our network structure we need to find intelligent ways to connect us to the east. Cooperating with great partners is our way forward to do that. This will provide our global passengers and our Portuguese community with increased options to visit new and exciting places using our Turkish Airlines partner.' This enriched cooperation not only enhances the network presence of both carriers but also fosters increased tourism and business traffic between Türkiye and Portugal, as well as to key destinations across South America, Africa and the Middle East. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
Mid East Info
04-06-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
GOL, TAP Adopt IATA FuelIS to Deliver Long-term Fuel Savings - Middle East Business News and Information
The International Air Transport Association IATA announced that GOL and TAP Air Portugal have become the first airlines to use IATA FuelIS—an advanced analytics solution designed to help airlines optimize fuel consumption. IATA's net-zero carbon emissions roadmap highlights that technology and operational efficiency improvements—which directly lower fuel consumption—are expected to contribute to about 10% of the emissions reduction in 2050*. 'Fuel management is key for airlines. Depending on the prevailing price of jet fuel, it generally accounts for 25-30% of the cost base. On top of that, as airlines decarbonize, tracking and managing carbon costs—which are directly related to fuel consumption—will be a growing priority. Understanding how an airline is performing compared with industry peers using FuelIS can pinpoint potential efficiencies that reduce costs and improve environmental performance. The great support from 220 airlines contributing operational data on fuel consumption combined with continuously improving analytical capabilities makes FuelIS a very compelling tool,' said Nick Careen, IATA Senior Vice President Operations, Safety and Security. Data Accuracy and Reliability: IATA FuelIS helps airlines benchmark the fuel efficiency of their aircraft or engines against industry averages, gaining valuable insights into specific markets, regions, countries, and fleet types based on real operational data. IATA FuelIS uses data from the IATA Global Aviation Data Management (GADM) platform. This data is sourced from the Flight Data eXchange (FDX) program which now comprises fuel data from more than 220 airlines worldwide, covering more than 8 million flights a year. FuelIS integrates seamlessly with IATA's Fuel Efficiency Gap Analysis (FEGA), with the data from FuelIS supporting the development and tracking of fuel strategies. Since 2005, IATA has partnered with airlines worldwide, helping the industry identify potential annual reductions of 4.76 million tonnes in fuel consumption, equating to $3.8 billion in savings annually. 'Fuel is a major cost driver for TAP Air Portugal. Managing consumption is an important priority for its cost implications and its contribution to decarbonization. Every kilogram of fuel saved counts. The insights FuelIS provides help us measure the impact of our fleet modernization and our long-term transition to SAF. It also supports a fuel strategy that is more responsive to market and operational changes,' said TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues. 'Fuel is a significant cost factor for all companies and managing how we use it is always important and can be a significant competitive advantage. With FuelIS, we are equipped with data that helps us make better fuel decisions while benchmarking our progress against the industry. Joining FuelIS is yet another important step in our commitment to continuously improve our operations, ensuring high-level performance and focusing on cost reduction,' said GOL COO, Albert Pérez.
