Singapore-based low cost airlines, Tiger Airways Singapore and Scoot, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding toward deep and wide-ranging cooperation.
The initial phase of this partnership will see each carrier marketing joint itineraries between Phuket, Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur, destinations served by Tiger; and Sydney and Gold Coast, served by Scoot. Customers may purchase a single itinerary for travel from Australia, via Singapore, to Tiger's destinations.
"This is an exciting development," said CEO of Scoot, Campbell Wilson, "Both carriers operate highly complementary networks, with Scoot focusing on medium-long haul routes of five or more hours, and Tiger focusing on shorter-haul journeys. Both airlines operate sideby-side at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2, and share a common philosophy of offering fuss-free service at unbeatable value."
"With Tiger's move to our new den at Changi Airport Terminal 2, it's the perfect time to leverage the strength of our networks to our customers' benefits," said Tiger Airways Group CEO Koay Peng Yen, "Tiger Singapore operates up to 90 flights daily. The joint itineraries and new services that we will be rolling out will greatly expand the travel options for both Tiger and Scoot customers."
In this initial trial, customers can purchase flight itineraries originating from Australia to popular South East Asia destinations. They will be issued a single ticket that contains all flight details. Passengers will be entitled to 15kg check-in baggage allowance on the interline
itinerary.
On arrival in Singapore, customers will have to pass through immigration and collect their bags before checking into the second leg of their flight.
In the later phase, customers will be able to purchase flight itineraries originating from South East Asia. The airlines will also enhance this service with a direct connection process.
Customers will be able to proceed with their onward journey without passing through immigration and without having to retrieve their checked baggage.
As the cooperation deepens in future, there could be a need for applications for anti-trust immunity, and this will be sought from the relevant regulatory authorities at the appropriate time as required.
The joint itineraries originating from Australia are available for sale from 2 October 2012 for travel from 15 October 2012 onwards. Itineraries originating from Asia will be available for sale and travel from 2 November 2012 onwards.
For details of the joint services, please visit www.tigerairways.com or www.flyscoot.com
For SGX Interested Person Transaction declaration purposes, Tiger Airways is an associate of Temasek Holdings, which is the holding company of Singapore Airlines, the parent company of Scoot. Singapore Airlines owns 32.7% of Tiger Airways.
TIGER AIRWAYS
Tiger Airways is one of Asia's leading low cost carriers. Established in September 2004, the Airline has steadily grown its fleet to 30 A320 aircraft with an average age of under three years. It has another two A319s and six A320s operated by associate airlines Mandala in Indonesia, and SEAir in the Philippines.
Operating from Singapore and Australia, Tiger Airways' network extends to over 30 destinations across 14 countries in the Asia Pacific region.
Tiger Airways is committed to offering customers great value fares and friendly service while maintaining the highest standards of safety, security and reliability. For more information, please visit tigerairways.com.
SCOOT
Scoot™ operates medium and long haul no-frills flights between Singapore and Sydney, Gold Coast, Bangkok, Tianjin, and Taipei, with Tokyo, Shenyang and Qingdao commencing over the next few months. Operating a fleet of Boeing 777-200 aircraft, Scoot provides - in addition to fantastic value airfares - a safe, reliable and contemporary travel experience with a unique attitude - Scootitude™. Scoot is passionate about changing the way people travel long distance. Book your tickets at Flyscoot.com or call +65 3158 3388 (Singapore); +61 (0)2 8520 1888 (Australia); 400 120 3055 (China); +66 2105 5754 (Thailand), and +886 (00)8 0114 8966 (Taiwan). Our English Customer Service Support opens 24 hours, Monday to Sunday. Mandarin Customer Service Support opens 6am to 8pm (Singapore time), Monday to Sunday. Find out more on Flyscoot.com, Facebook.com/FlyScoot or e.Weibo.com/Flyscoot!
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