Travel in style: Air Canada goes electric with Porsche for premium customers at key Canadian hubs

by James Wilkinson

Air Canada has signed an agreement with Porsche Cars Canada to be the exclusive vehicle supplier of the Air Canada Chauffeur Service at Toronto-Pearson and Vancouver International Airports, an offering that’s available for select Signature Class customers connecting to Asia, Europe and South America.

The partnership comes as the carrier re-introduces its Air Canada Signature Suite at both of the major gateways.

Air Canada’s Vice President, Loyalty and Product, Scott O’Leary, said eligible connecting International Signature Class customers arriving from within Canada will be met by a Concierge before being whisked away on the tarmac in a Porsche vehicle to the distinctive Air Canada Signature Suite.

He said the fleet of vehicles will be electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, including the Porsche Taycan, Panamera and Cayenne, supporting Air Canada’s commitment to reach a goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions throughout its global operations by 2050.

“We’re excited to re-launch another key dimension of our Signature Service for international customers, anchored by our industry-leading Air Canada Signature Suite,” O’Leary said.

“Thanks to our partnership with Porsche, customers flying in International Signature Class can now experience their exciting and uncompromising vehicles.

“We look forward to welcoming our customers with this one-of-a-kind airport premium experience in Canada, in partnership with one of the world’s most iconic luxury car brands,” he said.

Earlier this year, Air Canada has welcomed back International Signature Service customers to its exclusive Air Canada Signature Suite and its range of exceptional services, such as a menu curated by Chef David Hawksworth and exclusive wines selected by Véronique Rivest.

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AIR CANADA ‘SIGNATURE SERVICE’ BUSINESS CLASS

WAYFARER recommends flying to Vancouver in Air Canada’s brilliant Signature Service Business Class, which ensures customers will receive priority service at every stage of the journey, including access to airport concierge services, expedited check-in and security clearance, priority baggage handling and preferential boarding.

Air Canada Signature Service is the carrier’s end-to-end premium travel experience featuring the Air Canada Signature Class cabin, formerly known as International Business Class.

It is offered exclusively when flying to and from Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and South America on board the carrier’s mainline Boeing 787, 777 and Airbus A330 aircraft.

Air Canada Signature Service ensures a seamless airport experience with dedicated check-in counters, expedited security clearance, lounge access, exclusive boarding lanes, priority baggage handling and more.

On board, Air Canada Signature Class customers are treated to exclusive service and amenities, including premium food and wine.

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