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Turkish Airlines and Air Algerie have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance their strategic partnership and explore new areas of cooperation, the Turkish carrier announced Thursday.
According to a statement from Turkish Airlines’ Directorate of Communications, the agreement establishes a broader framework for collaboration, including an expanded codeshare agreement and increased connectivity options between Türkiye and Algeria.
The two national flag carriers also plan to evaluate joint ventures in cargo interline services, aircraft leasing, catering, lounge access, maintenance, and ground operations. Additional areas of cooperation will include environmental projects, sustainability initiatives, and joint training programs.
The MoU was signed by Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Eksi and Air Algerie CEO Hamza Benhamouda during a ceremony at Air Algerie’s headquarters in Algiers, attended by senior executives from both airlines.
Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Eksi said the strengthened cooperation reflects the airline’s long-term commitment to sustainable partnerships.
“This agreement represents a significant step toward deepening relations between the two airlines,” Eksi said. “As the airline that flies to more countries than any other, we are determined to expand our cooperation across various areas to offer our passengers greater benefits and more options. We firmly believe this partnership will strengthen cultural and economic ties between Türkiye and Algeria while supporting mutual growth.”
Air Algerie CEO Hamza Benhamouda described the MoU as a new milestone in the relationship between the two carriers.
“This comprehensive memorandum of understanding, which will expand collaboration opportunities and allow both flag carriers to share expertise, will undoubtedly bring mutual benefits to both organizations and our passengers,” he said. “We are honored to host the Turkish Airlines delegation in Algiers as we continue to strengthen ties between our airlines.”
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Meanwhile, Turkish Airlines may shift its recently announced order for Boeing 737 MAX jets to rival Airbus if negotiations with U.S.–French engine maker CFM International fail to produce favorable terms, the carrier’s chairman said Wednesday.
“If CFM comes to feasible economic terms, then we are going to sign with Boeing,” Turkish Airlines Chair Ahmet Bolat told Reuters in Stockholm. “If CFM continues its stance, we’ll change to Airbus. With Airbus, I have choices,” he said, referring to the European manufacturer’s two engine suppliers.
Bolat said discussions with CFM had made some progress, though disagreements over costs remained unresolved. CFM, the world’s largest aircraft engine manufacturer by units sold, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Boeing also declined to comment.
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