Etihad and Vietnam Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a potential agreement between the two carrier.
The MoU reflects a dedication to exploring an enhanced working relationship, where the airlines plan to implement a broad collaboration including a codeshare, reciprocal loyalty programmes, cargo transport, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and ground handling.
“This MoU is an important milestone to establishing a long-term mutually beneficial collaboration, opening the door for both airlines to explore the benefits of a deeper relationship,” said Jurriaan Stelder, Etihad’s vice-president alliances.
The two airlines have an existing interline agreement, allowing passengers to seamlessly transfer between flights on either carrier without the need to collect baggage or check in again.
Nguyen Chien Thang, Vietnam Airlines’ Executive Vice President commented: “We are delighted to sign this MoU with Etihad Airways, marking an important milestone in expanding our relationship. Through comprehensive collaboration, including codeshare, loyalty programmes, cargo, and technical support, we believe we will deliver exceptional benefits to the customers of both airlines and further strengthen connectivity between Vietnam and the UAE.”
The MoU was signed at a ceremony on Monday, 28 October in front of government and business leaders from the UAE and Vietnam.