Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Riyadh Air have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a new partnership between the two airlines.
Under the agreement, the operators will explore interline connectivity opportunities on each other's services, subject to regulatory approval.
They will also work on other potential areas of commercial cooperation, including codeshare agreements, reciprocal benefits for members of their frequent flyer program, cargo services, customer experience and digital innovation, as a precursor to a deeper and longer strategic partnership. term.
These will potentially offer Riyadh Air guests access to SIA's network in Southeast Asia and the Southwest Pacific region, and SIA customers greater access to the Middle East region through Riyadh Air's future network.
Riyadh Air is a new airline based in Saudi Arabia and is expected to begin commercial operations in 2025.
“Our strategic partnership with Singapore Airlines delivers significant benefits to our future guests as we grow our network in partnership with the world's best airline. We see enormous potential for strong connectivity in Southeast Asia and both Australia and New Zealand through Singapore's award-winning Changi Airport hub, while also providing opportunities for westbound passengers to connect across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Middle East region in Riyadh. Air,” said Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air.
Riyadh Air is owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia.
Launching in March 2023, the airline says it will be a digitally-led, full-service airline that will adopt global sustainability and safety best practices across its advanced fleet of aircraft.
The airline hopes to connect guests to more than 100 destinations by 2030.
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