In a significant development for the global airline industry, SkyTeam and SAS have officially inked an Alliance Adherence Agreement (AAA), marking a pivotal milestone in SAS’ journey towards joining the esteemed airline alliance.
The collaboration aims to provide a seamless transition for customers. SAS will officially integrate into SkyTeam on 1 September 2024. This will amplify the alliance’s reach with enhanced access to Scandinavian key hubs.
The partnership between SkyTeam and SAS is poised to fortify the alliance’s global network, promising travelers a host of new destinations, improved connectivity, and an elevated customer journey experience.
EuroBonus members are in for a treat, as they will reap many benefits across most SkyTeam airlines. Silver members will ascend to SkyTeam Elite level status, while Gold and Diamond members will be recognized as Elite Plus members.
This elite status grants them access to a vast network of 750+ airport lounges and exclusive SkyPriority services at eight key airport touchpoints, comprising priority check-in, boarding, and baggage handling services.
The impending integration of SAS into SkyTeam will open up opportunities for SAS customers, offering seamless connectivity across SkyTeam’s extensive network, which encompasses over 1,060 destinations.
This expanded reach will cover travelers’ favorite destinations and introduce access to previously underserved cities, especially in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. SkyTeam and SAS are aligned in their commitment to delivering a superior customer experience underpinned by quality products, innovation, and dedicated service.
Andrés Conesa, Chairman of SkyTeam, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, emphasizing SAS’ shared vision of enhancing the travel experience through integration and responsible practices. Similarly, Patrick Roux, CEO of SkyTeam, lauded SAS’ stellar reputation for reliability and service quality, highlighting the synergy between SAS and SkyTeam in bolstering the customer proposition.
Anko van der Werff, President and CEO of SAS, hailed the alliance agreement as a pivotal moment in SAS’ journey, heralding a future brimming with exciting prospects for customers, partners, and employees.
With EuroBonus members poised to explore new horizons and luxuriate in the benefits of the SkyTeam alliance, SAS customers are primed to leverage SkyTeam’s robust global presence across major aviation hubs, reaping the rewards of strategic partnerships and innovative sustainability endeavors. The future looks bright as SkyTeam and SAS embark on this transformative alliance, promising a voyage filled with enhanced travel experiences and boundless opportunities for all involved.