The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted economies around the world and it has forced many businesses to shut down.

One such business is Australia’s budget airline Tigerair Australia.

According to a report in Mothership quoting 9News, the airline is shutting down its operations after 13 years.

There is no denying these are tough times and after nearly 13 years of operation, the @TigerairAU brand will be discontinued. Thank you to our wonderful people, past and present. And our loyal customers and partners. It’s been an honour. More info in our bio ?✈️ pic.twitter.com/C1tilkEZxF

— Tigerair Australia (@TigerairAU) August 6, 2020

The company reportedly confirmed the matter officially in an email to their customers, saying that this is a tough time for the travel and tourism industry.

Official announcement released

Its parent company, Virgin Australia had said that Tigerair would be discontinued, but the company will retain its air operator certificate so that the brand could be revived later.

In the meantime, the hope is that Virgin Australia will absorb all the staff from Tigerair.

It's a tough year for every industry, and we hope that the airline industry will bounce back soon.