This three-part plan, financed by the government of Hong Kong, is designed to provide Cathay with sufficient funds to withstand the industry-wide downturn, as well as a stable platform from which it will be able to conduct a wholesale review of operations.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.