Air Serbia with “exciting plans” for route expansion

Air Serbia has added 22 new destinations to its network this year with another to be launched next month, however, the carrier’s CEO, Jiri Marek, has said the carrier has “several exciting plans in the pipeline” for its route network. Speaking to “The Pavlovic Today”, Mr Marek said, “We are constantly expanding our network - only several days ago we added a new route in Portugal, the popular destination of Porto. That is our 23rd new destination introduced in 2023 alone. Air Serbia is continuously working to enhance our route network and forge strategic partnerships that benefit our passengers and expand our global reach. In terms of route expansions, we have several exciting plans in the pipeline”.

Commenting further on the carrier’s route development plans, the CEO noted, “While I cannot disclose specific details at this time, I can assure you that we are actively exploring opportunities to connect travellers to even more destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa and North America. This expansion will not only increase connectivity but also offer passengers a broader range of options for their travel needs”. He added, “Air Serbia remains committed to growth and innovation, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the travel experience for our passengers and connecting them to exciting new destinations around the world”.

Mr Marek emphasised that forging closer ties with partner airlines form part of the carrier’s growth strategy. “Partnerships are a key focus for us. By collaborating with other airlines through codeshare agreements and alliances, we can provide seamless connections to destinations beyond our network. These partnerships enhance the travel experience for our passengers, enabling them to reach a wider range of cities and regions with ease. Additionally, we are continually evaluating opportunities for closer cooperation with airports, tourism boards, and other stakeholders to promote travel and tourism in Serbia and the surrounding region. These partnerships aim to create a more robust and attractive travel ecosystem for both domestic and international travellers”, the CEO concluded.

Air Serbia route development Summer 2013 vs Summer 2023:

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