Unlocking the Americas: Air Canada and Abra Group Sign Memorandum to Expand Travel and Connectivity between Canada, Latin America and Beyond
The agreement could add a joint business deal on select routes and expand codeshares, while Air Canada says Aeroplan has more than 10 million members worldwide.
- On June 7, 2026, Air Canada and Abra Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a long-term strategic partnership, aiming to expand connectivity across North, Central, and South America.
- The agreement links Air Canada, which serves more than 180 airports, with Abra, operating a fleet of more than 300 aircraft across more than 25 countries and serving over 145 destinations.
- Under the proposed partnership, carriers plan to establish a Joint Business Agreement on select routes, deepen commercial integration, and enhance frequent flyer cooperation to provide seamless travel.
- Mary-Jane Lorette, Air Canada's Vice President, Revenue Management, Partnerships and International Affairs, noted the Canada-South America market is accelerating, prompting investments to capture this momentum.
- Mark Galardo, Air Canada's Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, stated the partnership will deliver value, though final agreement remains subject to regulatory approval.
29 Articles
29 Articles
The Toronto Star
Unlocking the Americas: Air Canada and Abra Group Sign Memorandum to Expand Travel and Connectivity between Canada, Latin America and Beyond
Establishes pathway to strategic partnership of Air Canada and Abra Group and a joint business agreement Customers will benefit from an improved travel experience, expanded loyalty benefits, and enhanced cargo servicesEnables revenue sharing and deeper commercial integration, including expanded codeshare
Air Canada Expands Agreement with Avianca and GOL Owner
Adrian Neuhauser, Abra Group CEO (left) and Michael Rousseau, President and CEO of Air Canada. Air Canada is laying the groundwork for a sweeping new alliance with Abra Group, parent of Avianca and Brazil’s GOL, aimed at tightening links between Canada and Latin America. The two sides have signed a memorandum of understanding that sketches out a long-term strategic partnership, including a planned joint business on select Canada–Latin America ro…
Air Canada - Abra Group sign memorandum to expand travel and connectivity between Canada, Latin America and beyond
Establishes pathway to strategic partnership of Air Canada and Abra Group and a joint business agreement Customers will benefit from an improved travel experience, expanded loyalty benefits, and enhanced cargo services Enables revenue sharing and deeper commercial integration, including expanded codeshare RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – Air Canada and Abra Group today announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a broad, long-te…
Air Canada & Abra Group eye revenue-sharing partnership
Air Canada and Abra Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore a deeper commercial partnership between Canada and Latin America. The MoU, announced on June 7, 2026, creates a framework for a long-term strategic partnership between Air Canada and Abra Group, whose airline brands include Avianca and GOL. The proposed cooperation remains subject to final agreements and regulatory approval. If finalized, the partnership would a…
Air Canada and Abra Group announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a broad long-term strategic alliance aimed at strengthening air connectivity between Canada, Latin America and other international markets. The agreement, subject to the negotiation of final documentation and regulatory approvals, involves [...]
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 40% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
