Hong Kong Air Cargo is adding regular capacity between Hong Kong and Tokyo with the launch of a new scheduled service to Narita Airport each week. The new service, which commenced on 9 July, will see the express fly between HKG and NRT every Saturday. Hong Kong Air Cargo said it plans to convert charter services into scheduled routes depending on the market situation. The move comes as Hong Kong continues to maintain its position as a leading cargo aviation hub. The airline last … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Air Cargo adds regular service to NRT
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Hong Kong extends HK$7.8b bridge loan to Cathay
Cathay Pacific is staying committed to rebuilding connectivity at the Hong Kong air hub as the flagship airline welcomed the government's agreement to extend the drawdown period of the HK$7.8 billion loan facility until 8 June 2023. Airline chief Augustus Tang said the impact of the pandemic necessitated some very difficult decisions, including the restructuring in 2020 which included staff furloughs. He added that through this loan facility and recapitalisation, Cathay Pacific is coming … [Read more...] about Hong Kong extends HK$7.8b bridge loan to Cathay
Kargo Xpress adds Hong Kong to its air freight network
Malaysian freighter operator Kargo Xpress has reason to celebrate as it expanded its network and commenced flight operations between Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong on 21 February 2022. Operating a B737-800BCF freighter with cargo capacity of 20 tonnes, the inaugural flight WW888 departed at 9PM from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) for Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). The return flight WW889 from HKG arrived at KUL at 630AM the net day. Kargo Xpress said it will be operating … [Read more...] about Kargo Xpress adds Hong Kong to its air freight network
Hong Kong airport hosts two-day job fair
Hong Kong's airport authority and labour department are set to launch the second Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) Virtual Job Fair on 2 and 3 December. More than 1,000 job openings at over 30 companies across HKIA's airport community will be on offer during the event, covering different roles in air cargo, airport security, baggage handling, technical services, engineering and customer service. The airport authority said candidates can also apply for the management trainee and … [Read more...] about Hong Kong airport hosts two-day job fair
Hong Kong airport staff required to get 3rd jab
Hong Kong’s airport authority has announced that all airport staff belonging to the targeted groups are required to receive the third dose of vaccination, in view of new recommendation from the government and health experts. The airport authority urged staff under the targeted groups to receive the third jab as soon as possible. The third dose of vaccine should be administered at least six months after the second dose. The targeted groups include those handling high-risk cargo or having … [Read more...] about Hong Kong airport staff required to get 3rd jab
Hong Kong policy address looks forward to airport’s future
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) last week welcomed Chief Executive Lam’s support in her policy address as the airport looks to further uphold Hong Kong’s status as an international aviation hub. The airport is pushing forward multiple plans related to the ‘airport city’ development, including the recently completed pavement works of a third runway which is expected to be commissioned next year. The airport authority is also developing a logistics centre and a commercial attraction, along … [Read more...] about Hong Kong policy address looks forward to airport’s future