Today it is exactly 55 years ago that Transavia operated its first flight, the destination was Naples in Italy. Also today there is a flight to Naples that is extra festive. In the departure hall, various uniforms from the period 1967 to 1992 are displayed by the crew. In the plane, the passengers on this flight and other flights departing today from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Eindhoven Airport and Rotterdam The Hague Airport will receive a tasty treat. And the crew on the Naples flight wear shawls from different periods. Despite the fact that the aviation industry is now in the biggest crisis in its existence, Transavia wants to take a look at this beautiful milestone in a modest way. Because 'Together we made the past, and together we also build our future', says CEO Marcel de Nooijer about this anniversary.
'We are proud that we have been flying to beautiful destinations together with our passengers, partners and colleagues for 55 years and that we keep flying accessible to ordinary Dutch people. Our history has shaped us into who we are today. Our people have always been our calling card to the outside world. The friendliness, enthusiasm and involvement of our colleagues and the way they present themselves is very important for who we are and how our passengers experience their flight. What we radiate is important, and that evolves over the years. This is also visible in our uniforms. We therefore highlight them a bit on our birthday," says Marcel de Nooijer
Looking back, but also forward
Transavia looks back on its anniversary, but above all also looks ahead to make new history together with partners, passengers and employees; to make plans for the future and to find new ways. 'By these new roads we mean not only new destinations, but also new products and services such as Transavia Close, Transavia Holidays, meals on board via Thuisbezorgd.nl and further digitization. We respond to the wishes of our passengers. And, of course, new ways of operating in an increasingly sustainable manner. Fleet renewal will play a major role in this, as will the use of sustainable aviation fuels (Sustainable Aviation Fuel). And also many other initiatives with which we continuously develop together with our partners', says Marcel de Nooijer.
Thanks to the confidence of passengers and partners and the enormous passion of our colleagues for our work, Transavia looks to the future with confidence. “We continue to look forward to taking our passengers to beautiful destinations. As we did on our first flight to Naples, we will do it again today. With different people, different equipment, different uniforms. But still from the same enthusiasm to connect people every day and to make the connection with people," said Transavia.
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