Biman signs code sharing deal with Gulf Air

In a new business strategy, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed its first strategic code sharing agreement with Gulf Air to enhance travel connectivity, convenience, and accessibility for passengers traveling between Bangladesh and the Gulf region.

The landmark partnership agreement was signed yesterday through an online meeting between representatives of the national flag carriers of Bangladesh and Bahrain.

With this agreement, Biman and Gulf Air will closely collaborate to expand their flight networks and offer an extensive range of options for their passengers.

The code sharing agreement will enable travellers to seamlessly book flights operated by either airline, providing increased flexibility and efficiency in travel planning.

Also, passengers will be able to travel from Dhaka to Bahrain and Bahrain to Dhaka with onward connections to Chattogram and Sylhet by both airlines.

"We are thrilled to join hands with Gulf Air in this code sharing agreement, which marks a significant milestone for both airlines," said Shafiul Azim, managing director and CEO of Biman.

"This partnership will unlock new possibilities for our customers and strengthen the bonds between Bangladesh and Gulf countries," he added.

Captain Waleed Al Alawi, CEO of Gulf Air, said they are delighted to be partnering with Biman Bangladesh Airlines.

"Through this code sharing agreement, we are looking forward to offering our passengers an expanded network of destinations and more travel choices," he added.

The code sharing agreement between Biman and Gulf Air will also benefit both airlines through enhanced operational efficiency and shared expertise in the aviation industry.

Code sharing is a partnership between two airlines that allows an airline to place its two-letter identification code on the flight schedules of another. This means that flights can be marketed by one airline and operated by another.

For instance, Gulf Air may be in agreement with Biman whereby it operates Biman flights on a particular route. This flight would be enlisted with Biman's identification code (BG), but actually be run by Gulf Air.

Put simply, code sharing allows airlines to sell tickets to destinations they do not fly to. These agreements allow airlines to offer numerous flights without additional equipment, resources, and costs.

Code sharing also provides passengers with a wide choice of flights.

Besides, it makes booking, checking in, luggage handling, and traveling more convenient. Plus, the coordinated schedules make sure you have enough time for all your connections.

Airlines throughout the world enter into codeshare arrangements to strengthen or expand their market presence and competitive ability.