Star Alliance Chief Executive Board elects Michael Rousseau as new Chairperson

Michael Rousseau, President and CEO of Air Canada, has been elected as the new Chairperson of the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board (CEB). He succeeds Scott Kirby, CEO of United, who held the post since December 2020. READ: Joost van Doesburg to leave Royal Schiphol Group Assuming the role as the Chairperson, Rousseau said: “I am […]

oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance seek extraordinary support

Speaking on behalf of member airlines, the three global airline alliances oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance are jointly calling on governments and stakeholders to take action to alleviate the unprecedented challenges faced by the global airline industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The three global alliances, which represent almost 60 airlines around the world that contribute […]

Thai Smile Airways joins Star Alliance

Star Alliance have welcomed Thai Smile Airways as a Star Alliance Connecting Partner at an official ceremony in Bangkok. Thai Smile, the second connecting partner of Star Alliance, offers more than 396 weekly flights to 32 destinations in nine countries and regions. Star Alliance CEO Jeffrey Goh, said: “Our Connecting Partner model was introduced three […]