VINCI, Etihad to work to expand Air Serbia
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport and Etihad Airways have reiterated their support for Air Serbia, with the former noting it will work closely with the carrier to enable it to expand in the coming year, primarily through the development of its long haul network. In a statement, Belgrade Airport's operator said, "Air Serbia is the airport's first airline and largest partner by far, beyond being the flagship carrier of the country. One of the main objectives for VINCI Airports will be to work hand-in-hand, as a key component of the company's development strategy for Nikola Tesla Airport. The strategy will strive to improve passengers' journey by elevating the quality of service to new heights and developing a new commercial offer that celebrates Serbian culture and knowhow. An ambitious investment plan will support this strategy, adding to the existing capacity of the airport. VINCI will specifically enable Air Serbia to offer new long haul routes".
The French concessionaire added, "With an ambitious vision for Belgrade Airport that's aligned with Serbia's strong economic growth potential, VINCI Airports will aim specifically at improving operating conditions, making Belgrade a standout example of a top airport in Southeast Europe. As a new member of VINCI Airports' global network, Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport will be supported by a corporate policy that places environmental and community concerns at the heart of its model. VINCI Airports' exclusive AirPact Strategy will help reduce the airport's carbon footprint, optimise the use of energy and natural resources and protect biodiversity. Meanwhile, the VINCI Airports academy will empower the teams at Belgrade Airport by boosting their skills and knowhow, thus paving the way for great professional careers throughout its network".
On the other hand, Etihad Airways has also confirmed it will continue to support Serbia's national carrier, as the two airlines embark on a new phase of their strategic partnership following five years of cooperation. Etihad, which, in addition to Air Serbia, holds shares in Jet Airways, Virgin Australia and Air Seychelles, noted, "We have investments in all of these businesses, and we have a responsibility on behalf of our shareholder that we take full opportunity to develop them”. It also noted, "We are looking forward to the next phase of our equity partnership with Air Serbia as an engaged and supportive shareholder and cooperative partner". A number of Air Serbia's key departments have now moved from Abu Dhabi back to Belgrade. The airline also recently named its new head of Network Planning, who formerly held the same posts at both British Airways and easyJet. The role was previously managed by Etihad from Abu Dhabi.
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