(RTTNews) - Air Canada and Abra Group have inked a Memorandum of Understanding for an extensive long-term strategic partnership focused on improving links and passenger service throughout the Americas and further afield. Abra Group, owner of airlines including Avianca and GOL, will team up with Air Canada to broaden their worldwide presence, subject to final agreements and regulatory clearance, according to an Air Canada release.

The alliance seeks to reinforce connections between Canada and major Latin American destinations while unlocking wider reach to global locations. Through aligned sales and distribution efforts, both firms aim to deepen commercial ties and deliver a seamless journey for travelers.

A Joint Business Agreement is set for chosen Canada-Latin America routes to foster tighter cooperation and greater operational efficiency. The partners also plan to grow codeshare arrangements, enabling smoother transfers between Latin America and international points through Canadian hubs.

Enhancing the traveler journey remains key, with synchronized airport operations, easier transfers, consistent baggage rules, and better handling of disruptions. Loyalty programs will be reinforced to provide more options for earning and redeeming points plus improved benefits across the combined networks.

Outside passenger travel, the collaboration will examine cargo opportunities to offer streamlined and integrated freight solutions that support rising trade across the Americas.

The strategic tie-up allows Air Canada and Abra Group to deliver expanded choices, superior service, and tighter bonds linking North, Central, and South America.

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