Finnair marks its 99th anniversary

Finland’s flag carrier Finnair is marking its 99th anniversary this week as it looks ahead to celebrating its centenary in 2023.

Established in 1923, Finnair is the world’s sixth oldest airline still in continuous operation and has grown from its modest Nordic roots to become one of the mainstays of the oneworld alliance. Known for its fast connections between Europe and Asia via its Helsinki hub, the carrier has sought a new strategy in response to the recent closure of Russian airspace and now provides more services to North America and Southeast Asia.

Andrew Fish, Finnair General Manager UK, Ireland & Benelux, said: “We are extremely proud to be celebrating this major milestone in Finnair’s flying history. Finnair has established itself as one of Europe’s leading airlines offering excellent service to all our customers with our distinctive Nordic style flying them in comfort to key destinations across our route network.

“We look forward to celebrating our centenary with customers next year as we embark upon Finnair’s journey into the future.”

The anniversary comes in the wake of the carrier’s €200 million long-haul fleet investment which includes a brand-new Business Class concept and an exciting new Premium Economy cabin, as well as renewed service concepts and a refreshed Economy Class cabin.