Cathay Pacific News
Cathay Pacific sees profits rise, orders planes
Cathay Pacific had announced its second major aircraft order in six months after revealing record profits earlier. The Hong Kong-based carrier ordered 27 planes from both Airbus and Boeing in deals which could eventually be worth as much as $6.55 billion.
Senior management changes for Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific Airways has revealed its Chief Executive, Tony Tyler, will leave the airline after being recommended to succeed Giovanni Bisignani as Director-General and Chief Executive of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) who will retire from the position next year. Mr Tyler’s last day with the airline will be 31 March 2011.
Cathay Pacific screens full seasons of top tv shows inflight
Cathay Pacific Airways today announced an exciting development in its award-winning inflight entertainment system, StudioCX, with passengers onboard all long-haul and some regional flights now able to enjoy full seasons of eight of their favourite comedies and dramas – available in all cabins, on demand, and in digital-widescreen format.
Oneworld partners Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific build stronger network
Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific Airways, both members of the quality airline alliance oneworld®, have come to an additional agreement to codeshare on flights operated by the latter via Hong Kong, Bangkok and Singapore to destinations in Asia, Africa, Australia and Europe.
Cathay Pacific signs agreement with boeing to purchase 6 more 777-300er aircraft
Cathay Pacific Airways today signed an agreement with the Boeing Company to exercise purchase rights for six more of the manufacturer’s 777-300ER (Extended Range) aircraft with an estimated value of HK$12.5 billion at list price.
Cathay Pacific and Japan Airlines to further expand code share arrangements
Cathay Pacific Airways and its oneworld partner Japan Airlines announced today that they will expand their code-share agreement with effect from 31 October, subject to government approval.
Cathay Pacific inks deal with Airbus for airlines biggest ever aircraft order
Cathay Pacific Airways today concluded the purchase agreement with aircraft manufacturer Airbus for the delivery of 30 new A350-900 aircraft
Cathay Pacific signs deal with Travelport
Cathay Pacific has signed a five year marketing agreement with Travelport, which will see the Hong Kong-based airline linked to all Galileo, Apollo and Worldspan-connected travel agents.
Strong performance at Cathay Pacific
Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific has said it expects performance to improve further in the second half of financial 2010 after reporting record profits for the past six months. The buoyant airline has also confirmed the order of 30 aircraft from Airbus, while exercising an option to acquire a further six from Boeing.
New Cathay Pacific lounges enhance travel experience for passengers flying out of Heathrow
Passengers departing on Cathay Pacific flights from London to Hong Kong can enjoy greater comfort and convenience following the opening of the airline’s new First Class and Business Class Lounges located at the central concourse at London Heathrow Airport.
Cathay Pacific set to offer full broadband
Cathay Pacific Airways is set to become the first airline in Asia to offer full broadband services on all flights following a deal with Panasonic. The pair have signed a memorandum of understanding for the provision of services, with passengers now expecting to access the Panasonic Avionics’ Global Communications Suite from 2012.
Cathay Pacific to introduce new travel kits
Cathay Pacific Airways will be introducing a new range of travel kits for Business Class passengers travelling long haul from mid-May onwards, featuring a new design by renowned French fashion brand agnès b., with products from two leading US skin care companies - Murad and Dermalogica.