THE code share agreement between Air Jamaica and Virgin Atlantic Airways has been terminated. This agreement under which Air Jamaica booked passengers on flights operated by Virgin Atlantic between Jamaica and London Gatwick had been in place since 2007.

“The airlines have agreed to continue the partnership in their frequent flyer programmes allowing passengers on any one airline to earn and redeem miles on the other,” said a press release from the airline. “Members of the Air Jamaica 7th Heaven Rewards programme will therefore continue to enjoy the benefits of travel on Virgin Atlantic.”

“Both parties have decided that it is in our best interests to end the code share agreement at this time,” said Bruce Nobles, Air Jamaica’s President and CEO. “For three years it was a good fit for us, but now our strategic focus is the transition of Air Jamaica to Caribbean Airlines and the development of our markets in the US and the Caribbean.”

With immediate effect, Air Jamaica’s bookings will be transferred to Virgin, and passengers will be individually contacted with details.