Cathay Pacific Airways welcomed the budget strategy outlined by Hong Kong SAR Government Financial Secretary John Tsang yesterday, and in particular the range of initiatives that will help to promote tourism, trade and investment opportunities in Hong Kong. Cathay Pacific chief executive Ivan Chu said: “We are encouraged by the Government’s plan to launch promotional activities that will help to attract more overseas visitors, business travelers and investors to Hong Kong. As the … [Read more...] about Cathay welcomes gov’t budget initiatives
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Cathay gives Kolkata its second freighter service
Cathay Pacific Airways has launched a new service to Kolkata, India, commencing 11 March 2015. Cathay Pacific will become the only carrier providing direct freighter services between Kolkata and Hong Kong. The scheduled service will operate twice a week on a HK-New Delhi-Kolkata-HK routing. It will strengthen the airline’s airfreight presence within the subcontinent, offering customers choice and flexibility when moving goods between South Asia and other parts of the world. Cathay … [Read more...] about Cathay gives Kolkata its second freighter service
Australia’s air freight services industry grew 3.2%
Revenue for operators in the air freight services industry in Australia has grown at a CAGR of 3.2 per cent over the past five years, and is now estimated to be to be worth US$3.3 billion, according to research firm IBISWorld. It says the industry has continued to recover from poor conditions, following the financial crisis, which rocked the global aviation industry and suppressed demand for freight services. In 2014-15, industry revenue is expected to grow by 2.8 per cent, aided by strong … [Read more...] about Australia’s air freight services industry grew 3.2%
Australia’s air freight services industry grew 3.2%
Revenue for operators in the air freight services industry in Australia has grown at a CAGR of 3.2 per cent over the past five years, and is now estimated to be to be worth US$3.3 billion, according to research firm IBISWorld. It says the industry has continued to recover from poor conditions, following the financial crisis, which rocked the global aviation industry and suppressed demand for freight services. In 2014-15, industry revenue is expected to grow by 2.8 per cent, aided by strong … [Read more...] about Australia’s air freight services industry grew 3.2%
Cathay to launch new service to Dùsseldorf
Cathay Pacific Airways announced an expansion of its presence in Europe with a service to Düsseldorf beginning 1 September 2015 (subject to government approval). Düsseldorf will become the airline’s second destination in Germany, after Frankfurt, and marks the latest enhancement to its Europe network following the launch of Manchester in December 2014 and Zurich, which will commence operations in March. Cathay Pacific will operate the new service using a B777-300ER aircraft. … [Read more...] about Cathay to launch new service to Dùsseldorf
Cathay to launch new service to Dùsseldorf
Cathay Pacific Airways announced an expansion of its presence in Europe with a service to Düsseldorf beginning 1 September 2015 (subject to government approval). Düsseldorf will become the airline’s second destination in Germany, after Frankfurt, and marks the latest enhancement to its Europe network following the launch of Manchester in December 2014 and Zurich, which will commence operations in March. Cathay Pacific will operate the new service using a B777-300ER aircraft. … [Read more...] about Cathay to launch new service to Dùsseldorf