UAE’s Air Arabia, Lakson Group partner to launch Pakistan’s new low-cost airline

  • Date: 05-Sep-2021
  • Source: Gulf Business
  • Sector:Transport
  • Country:UAE
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UAE’s Air Arabia, Lakson Group partner to launch Pakistan’s new low-cost airline

UAE’s Air Arabia Group and Pakistani business conglomerate Lakson Group have announced their decision to form a joint venture to launch “Fly Jinnah”, Pakistan’s new airline. The proposed JV will see the establishment of a low-cost passenger airline serving domestic and international routes from Pakistan. The new airline will contribute to the country’s economic growth and job creation, while providing Pakistanis with reliable air travel, a statement said. Iqbal Ali Lakhani, chairman of Lakson Group, said: “We are excited to partner with Air Arabia in launching Pakistan’s new low-cost carrier. “Fly Jinnah” will serve Pakistan’s travel and tourism sector and will play a constructive role in contributing to the nation’s economic growth.” “This partnership also reflects our commitment to support the development of Pakistan’s air transport sector while providing the citizens and visitors of the country with a new option of value for money air travel. Air Arabia enjoys a track-record of reliable and efficient operations, and we look forward to working closely towards launching and developing the new airline.” “We are delighted at Air Arabia Group to partner with Lakson Group on this joint venture to launch Pakistan’s new low-cost carrier,” added Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohammed Al Thani, chairman