WestJet and Delta Air Lines has announced that its proposed US – Canada transborder joint venture has received clearance under Canada's Competition Act from the Canadian Competition Bureau (CCB).
The CCB issued a no-action letter confirming that it does not intend to challenge the proposed joint venture agreement between WestJet and Delta Air Lines.
"Today's clearance by the CCB is an important step towards satisfying the conditions necessary to implement the proposed WestJet-Delta transborder joint venture," said Ed Sims, WestJet president and CEO. "We thank the CCB for its timely and thorough review. The joint venture will lead to more consumer choice, connectivity, and economic benefits on both sides of the border by growing U.S.-Canada business and tourism travel."
The proposed joint venture between the two airlines is still subject to regulatory approval from the Department of Transportation in the United States.
Ed Bastian, Delta CEO, added: "This significant achievement brings us closer to implementing a joint venture that provides a world-class experience for customers travelling between the U.S. and Canada.
"The joint venture between Delta and WestJet will create an expanded network with more frequencies and destinations, improved airport connections and significantly enhanced frequent flyer benefits.