News: BWIA to be renamed as Caribbean Airlines
Flights > News > # 971 (20/09/2006)
The Trinidad-based carrier, which is known across the West Indies as Bwee, will be renamed Caribbean Airlines. British West Indian took off in 1940, but it has been struggling to compete in recent years and reportedly lost $26 million (£14 million) in 2005. The Trinidad and Tobago government, which own 97% of the airline, is investing $250 million (£140 million) into the new project.
Caribbean Airlines chief executive, Peter Davies, said the cash injection will allow Caribbean Airlines to operate a more efficient, customer oriented service, adding: “We are looking to the 21st century whilst being empathic to our historical past; determination, passion and focus will allow us to build a future and respond honorably to the loyalty that customers have demonstrated over the years.”
All tickets already purchased for travel on BWIA will be honoured by Caribbean Airlines and frequent flyer points transferred to the new airline.
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