Air New Zealand News
Air New Zealand soars in early 2016 trading
Air New Zealand has announced earnings before taxation of $457 million for the first six months of the 2016 financial year, an increase of 132 per cent on the prior period. Net profit after taxation was $338 million, an increase of 154 per cent. The interim result was driven by exceptionally strong passenger revenue growth, underpinned by over 16 per cent capacity growth across the network.
Air New Zealand signs three year partnership with STA Travel
Air New Zealand has signed a three year global strategic partnership with STA Travel to boost revenue and promote inbound tourism to the youth and student market. The agreement builds on previous work between Air New Zealand and STA Travel globally and will focus on generating sales by leveraging STA Travel’s global distribution network in the priority markets of New Zealand, Australia, United Kingdom, North America and Asia.
Air New Zealand launches new flights to Houston, Texas
Air New Zealand’s inaugural flight between Auckland and Houston, Texas has touched down this morning. NZ28 departed Auckland International Airport at 18:30 last night and arrived at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport at 07:45 New Zealand time.
Air New Zealand signs Flight Centre partnership
Air New Zealand and Flight Centre Travel Group have signed a long-term strategic partnership agreement which aims to create mutual opportunities for both parties to grow their global revenue position across New Zealand, Australia, USA, Canada and the UK. The three year agreement was signed last night in Brisbane by Air New Zealand chief executive Christopher Luxon and Flight Centre Travel Group chief Graham Turner.
Air New Zealand launches flights to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Air New Zealand has today announced it’s expanding its Pacific Rim presence introducing New Zealand’s first direct service to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. Air New Zealand will fly three times a week between Auckland and Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport on a seasonal basis, operating from June to October in 2016 with the potential to expand the season in subsequent years.
Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand team up on Japanese campaign
Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand have today launched a major joint campaign to encourage Japanese travellers to visit New Zealand between April and October 2015.
Air New Zealand steps up Dreamliner 787-9 rollout
Boeing and Air New Zealand have finalised an order for two additional 787-9 Dreamliners, valued at $514 million at current list prices. The order, booked in 2014, comes six months after Air New Zealand celebrated the first 787-9 delivery in July. “The entry into service program has gone very smoothly and we’ve been incredibly pleased with the aircraft’s performance,” said Christopher Luxon, chief executive officer, Air New Zealand.
Air New Zealand appoints new general manager for UK and Europe
Air New Zealand has appointed Kathryn Robertson to the role of general manager UK & Europe. Robertson has a wealth of market knowledge and industry experience, first joining the Air New Zealand team in 2007 as marketing manager UK & Europe.
Air New Zealand launches first South America route to Buenos Aires
Air New Zealand has announced it will launch direct flights between Auckland and Buenos Aires, Argentina - the airline’s first ever scheduled service to South America. A Boeing 777-200 aircraft will operate three return services a week on the route all year round. Air New Zealand chief executive Christopher Luxon explained the new destination, the airline’s 28th international port, opens up an exciting new world for travellers from both New Zealand and Australia.
Singapore Airlines overcomes Air New Zealand partnership hurdle
Singapore Airlines has welcomed the New Zealand minister of transport’s approval of its proposed alliance with Air New Zealand. The clearance represents the New Zealand regulatory approval needed for Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand to proceed with the alliance, which was announced on January 16th.
Air New Zealand reveals new look livery with Dreamliner 787-9
Boeing has rolled out of the paint hangar the first 787-9 Dreamliner to be delivered to launch customer Air New Zealand, revealing the carrier’s new-look livery. The airplane, painted in a distinctive black colour scheme, features the iconic official New Zealand Fern Mark.
Air New Zealand renews technology agreement with Sabre
Sabre, a global travel technology company, has signed a technology agreement with Air New Zealand to market and sell the airline’s products and services in the Sabre global distribution system. The airline’s Economy Skycouch seats and pre-paid bags are already available in Sabre in select markets.