This archive report was first published on 24 December 2021.
December 24, 2021, marked a significant milestone for Kenya Airways as it announced a codeshare agreement with Italy's new flag carrier, ITA Airways.
Under this agreement, passengers flying from Nairobi with Kenya Airways will enjoy convenient connections to 13 destinations in Italy, including Brindisi, Bologna, Bari, Catania, Genoa, Lamezia Terme, Napoli, Palermo, Reggio Calabria, Torino, Trieste, Venice, and Verona.
According to Julius Thairu, Chief Commercial and Customer Officer at Kenya Airways, the new codeshare agreement will give customers 'significantly more choice and flexibility,' allowing Kenya Airways to strengthen its global presence and build on its strong customer base across the continent.
ITA Airways, meanwhile, aims to provide an 'outstanding Italian-inspired experience' and personalized services, strengthened by a commitment to digitalization and sustainability.
