Cathay Pacific News
Cathay Pacific Group to expand Wi-Fi coverage from mid-2018
The Cathay Pacific Group will introduce high-speed Wi-Fi to its Boeing 777 and Airbus A330 fleets from mid-2018, in response to its customers’ growing demand for inflight connectivity.
Qatar Airways takes $662m stake in Cathay Pacific
Qatar Airways has entered into an agreement to purchase an amount of 378,188,000 shares of Cathay Pacific Airways, being approximately 9.61 per cent of the total issued share capital.
Cathay Pacific finalises 32 A321neo aircraft order with Airbus
Cathay Pacific Airways has finalised an order with Airbus for 32 A321neo single-aisle aircraft. The aircraft will be operated by Cathay Dragon, the regional carrier of the group, on services linking its Hong Kong home base with destinations across Asia.
Cathay Pacific expands Europe connections for summer 2018
Cathay Pacific continues to grow Hong Kong’s connections to the world. From summer 2018, the airline will launch pioneering non-stop routes linking Hong Kong with Brussels, Dublin and Copenhagen, further strengthening the airline’s network and providing new trade and tourism opportunities between Asia and Europe.
Cathay Pacific places 32 A321neo order with Airbus
Cathay Pacific Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for 32 A321neo single-aisle aircraft. The aircraft will be operated by Cathay Dragon, the regional carrier of the group, on services linking its Hong Kong home base with destinations across Asia.
Cathay Pacific reports HK$2,051 million loss for first six months of financial 2017
Cathay Pacific Group has reported a loss of HK$2,051 million for the first six months of 2017. This compares to a profit of HK$353 million for the same period in 2016 and a loss of HK$928 million in the second six months of 2016.
Ginns to lead Cathay Pacific operations in Europe
Cathay Pacific has appointed James Ginns as its new regional general manager, Europe. In this role, Ginns will be responsible for the airline’s strategic and business development in Europe.
Cathay Pacific boosts services from key UK airports
Responding to customer demand, two of Cathay Pacific’s routes between the UK and Hong Kong will this week see a boost in frequency. Gatwick will move to a daily service, while Manchester increases to five flights per week.
Cathay Pacific to link Manchester to Hong Kong with new flight
Cathay Pacific has announced that it will be bolstering its frequency in the North West by offering daily flights between Manchester and Hong Kong as of December 2017. The extra services will operate on Sundays and Wednesdays.
Cathay Pacific signs Lufthansa code-share partnership
Cathay Pacific Airways and the Lufthansa Group will offer their passengers selected flights under a new code-sharing deal. For Lufthansa Group customers, this will significantly improve the connections available from Hong Kong towards Australia and New Zealand.
Cathay Pacific increases frequencies across three continents
Cathay Pacific has announced that it will be increasing the frequency of services to some of its most popular destinations across three continents in order to meet growing customer demand.
Swire to showcase Betsy Beer from Cathay Pacific
In support of Cathay Pacific’s recent launch of Betsy Beer, the world’s first hand-crafted bottled beer specially brewed to be enjoyed at 35,000 feet, Swire Hotels and Swire Restaurants are collaborating with Hong Kong’s home carrier to deliver exceptional offers along with this innovative product.