Delta Air Lines and Riyadh Air sign strategic cooperation MoU

Delta Air Lines and Riyadh Air signed (09-Jul-2024) a strategic cooperation MoU to expand connectivity and travel options between the US and Saudi Arabia. The carriers envision a "long term relationship, subject to regulatory approvals". This will include interline and codeshare connectivity, as well as a partnership encompassing loyalty, customer experience, digital transformation. The partnership will also extend to broader aviation services including MRO services, ground handling and training. The airlines also intend to explore an immunised JV to further expand the partnership and allow collaboration on network planning and growth in the region. The collaboration will open new destinations in Saudi Arabia and beyond for Delta customers, including a future direct service between the US and Riyadh. [more - original PR]