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Leaders
3 days ago
- Business
- Leaders
ACP, China Eastern Airlines Explore Deeper Cooperation
Majid Khan, CEO of the Air Connectivity Program (ACP), recently attended the Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific and Middle East Air Connectivity Conference in Shanghai. During the event, he explored opportunities to strengthen collaboration between ACP and Asian carriers, with a particular focus on China. In a fireside chat titled 'Strengthening Air Connectivity Between Saudi Arabia and China,' Khan highlighted Saudi Arabia's national tourism strategy, its rich cultural offerings, and the ease of access for Chinese and Asian travelers. On the sidelines of the conference, Khan met with Liu Tiexiang, President of China Eastern Airlines, to discuss expanding cooperation and enhancing air routes between the Kingdom and China. Moreover, their discussions centered on increasing direct flights and facilitating smoother travel between the two countries. China Eastern Airlines, in partnership with ACP, has already experienced notable progress, with direct Shanghai–Riyadh flights growing from three to six weekly services over the past year. Looking ahead, ACP also aims to broaden this partnership by adding new routes to other Saudi cities and increasing flight frequencies. These efforts are part of ACP's broader mission to support inbound tourism and build strategic air links with global markets. As a key driver of Saudi Arabia's National Tourism Strategy and National Aviation Strategy, ACP plays a central role in forging strong public-private partnerships across the aviation and tourism sectors—positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for air connectivity. Related Topics : New Route Between Doha and Abha, More Flights to NEOM, ACP Says Saudi Air Connectivity Program Strengthens Ties with Tourism Sector Air Connectivity Program Joins World Routes Conference in Bahrain Saudi Air Connectivity Program Inks Agreement with Eurowings Transavia France Airlines Launches Direct Flights Between Three French Cities, Jeddah Short link : Post Views: 29
Arabian Business
23-04-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Saudi Arabia boosts France connectivity with flights from Jeddah to Toulouse and Marseille
The Saudi Air Connectivity Program (ACP) and the Jeddah Airports Company (JEDCO) have announced the expansion of Transavia France's travel services to Saudi Arabia. Beginning in October, new routes will be launched from Toulouse and Marseille to Jeddah. This expansion complements the successful launch last year of routes connecting Paris-Orly and Lyon with Jeddah, enhancing air connectivity and reflecting the increasing growth in travel demand between the two countries. Saudi introduces Transavia France flights from Jeddah to Toulouse and Marseille It also underscores the Kingdom's position as a major destination and supports the tourism goals of Saudi Vision 2030 by increasing the number of tourists arriving in the Kingdom. The Saudi Air Connectivity Program aims to enhance tourism growth in the Kingdom by developing existing air routes and opening new routes to additional destinations, thereby contributing to connecting the Kingdom with the world.
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
French low-cost airline Transavia to launch Madinah flights
The Saudi Air Connectivity Program (ACP), in partnership with the Al Madinah Region Development Authority (MDA), has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Transavia, a French low-cost airline partly owned by Air France, for the launch of its operations into Saudi Arabia. As per the deal, Transavia will start flights from Paris-Orly, Lyon, Marseille, and Toulouse to Madinah beginning this October. This expansion complements the successful launch last year of routes connecting Paris-Orly and Lyon with Jeddah, enhancing air connectivity and reflecting the increasing growth in travel demand between the two countries. The Air Connectivity Program is aimed at enhancing tourism growth in Saudi Arabia by developing existing air routes and creating new destinations, thereby contributing to connecting the kingdom with the world. It also underscores KSA's position as a major destination and supports the tourism goals of the Saudi Vision 2030 by increasing the number of tourists arriving into the country. CEO of the Air Connectivity Program Majid Khan described the development of air connectivity between France and Saudi Arabia as a fundamental pillar of the National Tourism Strategy. He highlighted that this expansion will contribute to capitalizing on the significant opportunities in the Umrah market from France, while supporting the Kingdom's tourism objectives. Transavia France Chief Commercial Officer Nicolas Henin, while lauding the successful operation of the Lyon-Jeddah and Paris-Orly-Jeddah routes, expressed delight at the airline's plan to boost its presence in the kingdom. Henin said Transavia France was excited to start flights to Madinah and strengthen the airline's ongoing partnership with Saudi airports. CEO of Tibah Airports Operation Company Sofiene Abdessalem said the selection of Madinah among Transavia France's new destinations confirms the city's religious and cultural status, while underlining the efforts made to enhance its presence on the international air connectivity map. This expansion supports direct access from Europe and contributes to providing an integrated travel experience for pilgrims and visitors from around the world. Abdessalem emphasized the commitment to supporting initiatives related to the Saudi Aviation Strategy by strengthening the network of international destinations and integrating efforts with partners in the public and private sectors, in line with the objectives of Vision 2030. He praised the role of the Air Connectivity Program in supporting these strategic partnerships and enabling international connectivity, which enhances tourism growth and facilitates access to the Kingdom's destinations.- TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Arab News
06-03-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Direct flights from Stuttgart to Jeddah to begin later this year
RIYADH: Direct flights from Stuttgart, Germany, to Jeddah, will begin in the second half of 2025 and operate twice a week, the Saudi Air Connectivity Program has announced. Inaugurated in collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority and Jeddah Airports Co., the route is set to utilize an A321neo aircraft with a capacity of 224 seats, according to the Kingdom's press agency. This move aims to increase the capacity of travelers and visitors from Europe to Saudi Arabia, aligning with the government's aviation goal of transporting 330 million passengers across over 250 destinations, as well as 4.5 million tonnes of air cargo, by 2030. Majid Khan, CEO of ACP, said the collaboration with German low-cost carrier Eurowings — a wholly owned subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group — is advancing well in enhancing air connections between Saudi Arabia and Europe. He further expressed confidence in forming a long-term partnership with the airline to broaden the network of flight routes in the future, offering travelers new opportunities to experience the Kingdom's historical and cultural sites. This falls in line with ACP's goal to boost tourism in Saudi Arabia by enhancing air connectivity between the Kingdom and international destinations, broadening existing flight routes, and establishing connections to new global markets. As the driving force behind the National Tourism Strategy and Saudi aviation strategy, ACP promotes collaboration and partnerships between crucial public and private sector players in the tourism and aviation sectors. Its objective is to enhance the Kingdom's status as a premier global hub for air travel connectivity.
Trade Arabia
06-03-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Eurowings in talks to launch direct flights from Stuttgart to Jeddah
The Saudi Air Connectivity Program (ACP), in collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) and Jeddah Airports Company (Jedco), announced on Tuesday the launch of direct flights from Stuttgart, Germany, to Jeddah. The flights will commence in the second half of 2025, operating twice a week using an A321neo aircraft with a capacity of 224 seats. This initiative aims to increase capacity for travellers and visitors from Europe and the US to Saudi Arabia. Saudi ACP Chief Executive Officer Majid Khan said the co-operation with Eurowings is making significant progress in strengthening air links between Saudi Arabia and Europe. Khan said it was looking at a long-term partnership with Eurowings to help expand the network of air routes in the coming years, providing new travel experiences for visitors and enabling them to explore Saudi Arabia's historical and cultural landscapes. "ACP aims to drive tourism growth in Saudi Arabia by enhancing air links between the kingdom and global destinations. The programme works to develop existing and potential air routes while connecting Saudi Arabia to new international markets," he noted. As the executive enabler of both the National Tourism Strategy and the Saudi Aviation Strategy, ACP fosters collaboration and partnerships between key public and private sector stakeholders in the tourism and aviation industries.
