- Atlantic Airways is preparing for measured expansion
- The airline ordered two incremental A320neo aircraft
- The order allows transition to an all-A320neo fleet
- The fleet could grow from four to five or six aircraft
- The airline aims for 5pc to 10pc growth
Atlantic Airways is preparing for measured expansion as tourism to the Faroe Islands grows steadily. CEO Jóhanna á Bergi reported the recently placed order for two incremental A320neo will allow the airline to transition to an all-A320neo fleet and potentially grow it from the current four aircraft to five or six. She spoke during the APG World Connect in Monaco.
The airline and the Faroese government are mindful of preserving what makes the archipelago attractive. The executive reported the 5pc to 10pc level of growth is something the country can cope with as rental cars, housing, hotels and Airbnb remain available. She reported the focus remains on having sustainable and responsible tourism in the Faroes.
The expansion plans balance growth with sustainability. The airline continues to serve the Faroe Islands while managing visitor numbers.
Jóhanna á Bergi shared “The 5 to 10% level of growth is something we can cope with it as a country. You can find rental car, housing, your hotels, or Airbnb. We should not be overwhelmed because we still are focused on having a sustainable and responsible tourism in the Faroes.”
