There have been murmurings that the oneworld alliance needs a new top - tier elite level to accommodate (and further recognise) the very top elites from the various member airlines — this would see the likes of Concierge Key and
Premier status holders separated out into their own new oneworld top tier (possibly called «Diamond»).
Not exact matches
Elite 1K
status holders and Global Services continue to get them free, but everyone else must now notify United of changes 60 days out or a penalty is imposed (even for
Premier Platinum members who used to get free changes).
With airlines like American offering up to 5 elite
status levels (if you include the invitation only «Concierge Key» level) and British Airways offering 3 official levels and possibly even a 4th and 5th (if you separate out Gold Guest List flyers and
Premier card
holders) some have been questioning whether or not the oneworld alliance needs to add an additional tier.
As with the Marriott
Premier card, SPG Card
holders will be able to earn Elite
status much quicker, unlocking benefits not only at SPG properties, but Marriott Rewards properties as well with their new
status - matching program.
Premiers and MileagePlus credit card
holders still get preferred boarding
status.