Transat Launches South Packages on Porter Flights; Shares up 4.6%
Transat A.T (TRZ.TO) and Porter Airlines are launching new Transat packages that combine Porter non-stop flights to Nassau, Grand Cayman, Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, with Transat's "recognized tour operator expertise," taking "another step forward" in their commercial partnership, the companies said on Monday.For some "popular destinations" served by both carriers, such as Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, packages will now feature expanded flight options operated by either Porter or Transat, said the companies.New packages will be available from Toronto, Ottawa and Hamilton for travel on or after Nov. 1, 2026, the companies added."These additions mark a significant enhancement to Transat's South destination portfolio," said Renee Boisvert, Vice-President, Tour Operator Products at Transat. "Through our partnership with Porter Airlines, we're expanding our reach with sought-after destinations like Nassau and George Town, while giving travellers more ways to build the trip that suits them best."The company's shares were last seen up $0.12 at $2.68 on the Toronto Stock Exchange.Price: $2.68, Change: $+0.12, Percent Change: +4.69%