Riyadh Air and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a new partnership between the two airlines.
Under the MoU, the carriers will explore opportunities for interline connectivity on each other’s services, subject to regulatory approval. They will also work on other potential areas of commercial cooperation, including codeshare arrangements, reciprocal benefits for their frequent flyer programme members, customer experience, and digital innovation as a precursor to a deeper, long-term, strategic partnership.
These will potentially offer Riyadh Air’s guests access to SIA’s network in South-east Asia and the South-west Pacific region, and SIA’s customers greater access to the Middle East region through Riyadh Air’s network.
Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas said: “We see huge potential for strong connectivity in South-east Asia and both Australia and New Zealand through the award-winning hub at Singapore Changi Airport, while also providing opportunities for westbound passengers to connect across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Middle East region on Riyadh Air.”
“This win-win strategic partnership with Riyadh Air will enable us to offer even more options, enhanced connectivity, and greater benefits to our customers. Together, we can facilitate the growth of passenger travel between Saudi Arabia and Singapore, and beyond, via our respective networks, supporting both tourism and business links,” added Goh Choon Phong, CEO, Singapore Airlines.
