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Bmi pledges lower fares from Heathrow
New bmi chief executive Nigel Turner has vowed to bring lower fares and increased competition to US routes if Heathrow is opened up to more transatlantic carriers.
In his first public engagement since taking over from Austin Reid last month, Turner insisted he was committed to securing a UK-US Open Skies agreement.
Speaking in Las Vegas to mark the launch of bmi services to the world’s gambling capital, Turner said: “Only four airlines can fly to the US from
Heathrow and as a consequence, fares for business travel are the highest in
the world. We are ready, willing and able to bring lower fares and a greater
offering for people wanting to fly out of Heathrow.”
He said he was hopeful negotiations would resume early next year. Outlining long haul as a stratgic growth area, Turner also revealed India as a priority destination along with additional US routes.
Extra capacity has been granted to UK carriers with a hearing taking place
this week to determine the allocation of service rights.
“We believe we have a very strong case for being given the rights to India,”
said Turner. “The CAA must recognise the need for new competition on these routes.”
Turning to the launch of Las Vegas flights, Turner said it would operate a
thrice weekly service over the winter and twice weekly during the summer.
“Forward bookings look very good and we anticipate it will attract both leisure and business travellers,” said Turner.
Report by Steve Jones
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