Brussels Airlines invests in intercontinental growth
New service to Toronto, growth in Africa and more flights to the States

Friday, December 18, 2015 — Brussels Airlines plans a major expansion of its long haul network. Their fleet will welcome two additional Airbus A330 aircraft. Next spring the airline launches flights to Toronto, now that Jet Airways has announced it is leaving the route. In addition, the offer to Africa and the US will be expanded. The investment leads to additional jobs, an important passenger- and freight growth and what’s more, it reinforces Brussels Airport more than ever as an important Star Alliance and Lufthansa Group hub.

Today Brussels Airlines presents an ambitious network- and fleet plan that will enable the airline to continue its growth pace in the future.

“This important expansion plan is a significant investment both financially and in terms of employment. We create a larger offer for our growing number of passengers as well as for our cargo clients. At the same time, we take our role as a growth engine for the airport and the Belgian economy to heart.

Bernard Gustin, Brussels Airlines CEO
“The strong partnership between Brussels Airport and Brussels Airlines allows us to build a solid commercial offer in Belgium to key strategic destinations for the European passenger. The further development of the Star Alliance Hub strengthens our competitive position ensuring wide connectivity for Belgium and creating employment and added value for our economy.”

Arnaud Feist, Brussels Airport CEO