AirlinePros now represents LAM Mozambique Airlines in Cape Town and the Western Cape Province
- Press Release
- 09-01-2024
Cape Town, South Africa: The flag carrier of Mozambique, LAM Mozambique Airlines (Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique), appointed AirlinePros International as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in the Western Cape province of South Africa to support the airline’s flights from Maputo (MPM) to Cape Town (CPT).
“This new route is a significant milestone in the carrier’s growth plan,” said Firmino Naftal, Commercial Director, LAM. “I am sure we will see enough support to sustain these flights.”
LAM operates three flights per week on the new MPM-CPT route using a Bombardier CRJ-900. For customers wanting to travel further, LAM has timed the Cape Town flights to offer convenient connections to other points including Beira, Lusaka (via Harare), and Lisbon with more connecting options to come.
KARIN MATODES
Chief Commercial Officer, AirlinePros South Africa
“We are proud to promote LAM and Mozambique as a destination,” said Karin Matodes, Chief Commercial Officer, AirlinePros South Africa. “We will embark on roadshows and workshops and engage with TMCs and retail travel brands. While Mozambique is abundant in oil and minerals, our vision extends beyond these sectors, recognizing the incredible potential the country holds.”
LAM’s new flights leave MPM for CPT on a Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, departing at 17h55 and landing at around 20h25. Returning flights leave CPT at 07h00 on a Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, arriving at approximately 09h30.
For more information:
Karin Matodes,
Chief Commercial Officer
AirlinePros South Africa
About LAM
The flag carrier of the Republic of Mozambique, LAM – Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique – headquartered in Maputo, was created on May 14, 1980, and became a limited company in 1998. The majority shareholder of the airline is the state at 91 per cent with LAM managers, technicians, and workers holding the remaining nine per cent. The primary goal of LAM is to transport passengers, cargo, and mail by air in domestic, regional and intercontinental routes with utmost efficiency, safety, comfort, and quality, with customer satisfaction at the core. With around 700 staff and offices in the country and abroad, LAM also enjoys administrative and financial autonomy. Environment is a priority concern in the airline’s day-to-day operations.
About AirlinePros International
AirlinePros International is an award-winning leader and a trusted choice in airline representation, distribution, and commercial solutions. With over 60 global points of sale and a collective aviation experience of over half a millennium, we facilitate airlines’ access to new markets and support their sales and distribution. Our expertise covers the entire spectrum of the industry including airlines, airports, travel service providers, aviation regulatory bodies, and associated industry facilitators. Backed by a culture of integrity, passion, true dedication, and quality partnerships, we ensure the success of our over 70 airline and travel partners worldwide.
