Cathay Pacific News
Cathay Pacific to run skeleton flight schedule for two months
Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon will reduce capacity by 96 per cent across passenger networks in April and May in light of the severe drop in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Cathay Pacific further cuts capacity in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong-based carrier, which has been among the airlines hardest hit by the virus, said it has reduced capacity across its network by 65 per cent in March and April.
Cathay Pacific offers staff unpaid leave in Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific has asked staff to take three weeks of unpaid leave to help it cope with the impact of the coronavirus. The Hong Kong flag-carrier has offered a voluntary special leave scheme to all employees.
Cathay Pacific welcomes return of Betsy Beer
Betsy Beer has made a comeback onboard Cathay Pacific. With a new taste, a new look and a new roll-out, it will be available to all passengers on all long-haul flights in all cabins.
Cathay Pacific chairman follows chief executive out of company
Cathay Pacific has announced today that John Slosar, chairman of the company, will be retiring at the conclusion of the next board meeting. The board of directors has appointed Patrick Healy to succeed Slosar as chairman.
Hogg steps down as chief executive of Cathay Pacific
Rupert Hogg has stepped down as chief executive of Cathay Pacific. Hogg warned on Monday staff could be fired if they “support or participate in illegal protests” in Hong Kong.
Cathay Pacific completes Hong Kong Express Airways acquisition
Cathay Pacific has completed the acquisition of Hong Kong Express Airways. Cathay Pacific chief executive and HK Express chairman, Rupert Hogg, said: “We are very excited to welcome HK Express into the group.”
Cathay Pacific refreshes Shanghai Pudong lounge
Cathay Pacific is reopening its newly renovated Shanghai Pudong Cathay Pacific Lounge, marking the introduction of the airline’s awards-winning lounge design to mainland China for the first time.
American Airlines signs Cathay Dragon codeshare deal
American Airlines has launched a codeshare agreement with Cathay Dragon, adding service to four new destinations and increased service to three existing markets in south-east Asia.
Cathay Pacific snaps up Hong Kong Express
The Hong Kong flag-carrier purchased the airline from China-based HNA Group as the latter continues to sell assets to battle a debt crisis. Cathay said it would continue to operate Hong Kong Express as a separate brand, based on a low-cost airline model.
Cathay Pacific returns to profit for first time in three years
The Hong Kong-based carrier earned a HK$2.35 billion ($300 million) profit for the year ended December 31st, as it benefited from rising airfares and a turnaround plan designed to lower costs and boost revenue
Cathay Pacific reveals major data breach in Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific has discovered unauthorised access to some of its information systems, containing passenger data of up to 9.4 million people.