Sunrise Airways recently announced today that it plans to launch a second nonstop flight between Cap Haitien and Providenciales in the coming weeks, building upon its already successful once-daily service as part of the airline’s continuing commitment to strengthen business links between Haiti and Turks and Caicos.
“The market has responded very favorably to our service over our first few weeks of operation,” said Philippe Bayard, president of Sunrise Airways, in a written release. “Strong passenger demand, positive feedback, and tremendous partnership among public and private sector tourism interests in both countries have us bullish on the prospects for incremental growth in terms of flights and business development targeting not just tourism, but other vertical industries, as well.”
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Since the start of its service to Providenciales in August, Sunrise Airways has made business development a central focus of its operations linking Haiti and the Turks and Caicos. A trade mission to Haiti hosted by the airline just prior to the start of regularly scheduled service brought members of the Providenciales Chamber of Commerce in direct contact with their counterparts in Haiti in an effort to stimulate trade and new commercial opportunities.
“One of the areas where we really see great potential is agriculture,” said Hamish Davidson, chief operating officer of Sunrise Airways, in a written release “Our initial trade mission back in August uncovered some tremendous opportunities for farmers in Haiti to supply fresh produce to a whole new market of customers in the Turks & Caicos, particularly the many fine restaurants and hotels along Grace Bay, and elsewhere in Provo. We have ready suppliers here in Haiti and the demand is there. Our commitment is to bring the two sides together and help each community grow.”
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Davidson, and other Sunrise Airways officials, continue to hold talks with public and private sector leaders in Haiti and the Turks and Caicos to explore import/export opportunities in the agricultural sector, as well as tourism development initiatives enticing visitors to combine beach vacations to Providenciales with excursions to Haiti’s historical and eco-tourism attractions.
Sunrise Airways serves the Haiti-Turks and Caicos market with 19-seat Jetstream 32 EP aircraft, offering ample head- and leg-room, plus the added comfort of refurbished cabins and fresh upholstered seating.
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