HT Bureau
Guwahati, May 12: SpiceJet and Axis Bank have partnered to launch the most rewarding co-branded credit card, powered by Visa that will offer a host of privileges and benefits to customers. The card comes in two variants – SpiceJet Axis Bank Voyage and Voyage Black and is aimed at facilitating a superlative travel experience for flyers through SpiceClub.
Through this collaboration, the two brands hope to capitalise on the resurgent demand for travel following two years of stagnation caused by the pandemic. Further, with the shared goal of expanding their reach to Tier 2 &3 cities and other synergies. The credit cards were officially launched at Indira Gandhi International airport in the presence of Ajay Singh, chairman and MD, SpiceJet, and Amitabh Chaudhry, MD & CEO, Axis Bank, where they unveiled a special SpiceJet-Axis Bank credit card livery on a SpiceJet Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
Ajay Singh, chairman and managing director, SpiceJet, said, “I am delighted to announce the launch of the SpiceJet-Axis Bank co-branded Credit Card. This card will make every customer journey an even more rewarding one. We are the pioneers of the frequent flyer program for budget airlines in the country and this partnership with Axis Bank significantly strengthens the value offering of SpiceClub. Our association with Axis Bank – founded on the shared vision to offer unparalleled customer experience – is yet another innovative step towards creating a world-class travel experience. I hope to see our customers enjoying the benefits of this rewarding collaboration as much as they love to fly with us.”
Commenting on the occasion, Amitabh Chaudhry, managing director & CEO, Axis Bank said, “We are delighted to partner with SpiceJet, a brand that shares our vision of expansive reach and unmatched services. As we strive to give our customers a hassle-free payments experience across all touchpoints, this partnership becomes key, especially as we witness travel opening up again and becoming a leading category. The two teams will work together to bring in the synergies, with best of offers and services, thereby truly making a difference to the customers and their travel experience.”
Sandeep Ghosh, group country manager, India, and South Asia, Visa said, “With air travel across the country coming back to pre-pandemic levels, consumers rely on credit cards for unique benefits and value-adds while on the move. Globally, credit cards that offer the best of on-ground and inflight experiences remain a popular choice for air travelers. At Visa, we have helped power the SpiceJet Axis Bank Voyage credit card to cater exclusively to the needs and indulgences of the discerning Indian air traveler. We are confident of the card setting a new benchmark for air travelers in the country.”
