Agents concern over BMI takeover
05.01.12
The takeover of BMI by British Airways’ parent IAG has caused fears that routes to Heathrow from Scotland will be cut back or even scrapped, Travel Weekly reports. IAG’s £172m bid to buy BMI was accepted by owner Lufthansa before Christmas. Travel agents in Scotland fear BA might axe Heathrow services from Aberdeen and Edinburgh, using slots at the congested London airport for more profitable long haul routes.
Kevin Thom, president of the Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association, said the average BA Glasgow - Heathrow fare had risen £40 - £60 since BMI pulled out of the route last year. He added: ‘BA said there would be no fare increases, but yield management ensures fares at the lower end are very difficult to get. Is that going to happen on the Aberdeen and Edinburgh routes? The fear is BA will cut services.’
BA said the takeover was a matter for IAG, but pointed out demand had led it to increase capacity between Glasgow and Heathrow by 25% starting this week.
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