All articles by Alfred Chua – Page 20
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Airline BusinessAs acquisition wraps up, AirAsia outlines network strategy ‘set to rival Dubai’
As AirAsia X moves closer to completing its acquisition of sister company AirAsia, it has detailed a long-term network strategy that it hopes will rival the super-hubs of the Middle East.
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NewsVietnam on the cards for new AirAsia unit
AirAsia is eyeing a new airline unit in Vietnam – its clearest indication about its expansion plans in the region – as part of a wider “multi-hub” strategy in Southeast Asia.
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NewsAirAsia, AirAsia X see revenue boost in ‘seasonally softer’ third-quarter
Low-cost operators AirAsia Group and AirAsia X saw an increase in revenue in what they note has traditionally been a low season, with travel demand remaining strong amid network and fleet growth.
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NewsQantas’ first A321XLR enters final assembly
Qantas’s first Airbus A321XLR has entered final assembly, paving the way for its delivery in April next year.
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NewsAir NZ to operate first 787 with new cabins in February 2025
Air New Zealand expects to operate seven Boeing 787-9s with new cabin interiors by end-2025, as retrofit works on its first aircraft continue apace.
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Airline Business‘Totally different from the past’: Thai looks to new chapter post-rehabilitation
As Thai Airways International moves closer towards an exit from business rehabilitation, its chief executive Chai Eamsiri says the airline has changed from its former self.
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Airline BusinessA year on, supply chain woes continue to haunt Asia-Pacific carriers
Airline leaders of several Asia-Pacific carriers have lamented a long-drawn battle against supply chain issues, calling for greater collaboration and for industry associations to “take up the issue”.
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NewsBangkok Airways to wet lease aircraft for international capacity boost
Bangkok Airways is to wet lease a pair of Airbus narrowbodies from French operator Amelia to provide capacity boost for its international operations.
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NewsFormer Lion Air CEO appointed to lead Garuda
Garuda Indonesia has confirmed the appointment of Wamildan Tsani Panjaitan – the former interim chief exeutive of low-cost operator Lion Air – as its new CEO.
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NewsHainan unit Urumqi Air no longer C919 customer following order rejig
Hainan Airlines group has adjusted its Comac aircraft order, with unit Urumqi Air to no longer take delivery of 30 C919s.
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NewsEHang completes eVTOL test flights with solid-state lithium batteries
EHang’s EH216-S autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL) has completed its first test flight using solid-state lithium batteries.
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NewsPhilippine carriers warn of revenue pressures as profitability streak continues
Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific reported a drop in their third-quarter earnings – despite seeing passenger volume growth – as they warned of “pressures” from falling yields and rising costs.
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NewsRoyal Brunei seeks India, North Asia network opportunity
Royal Brunei Airlines eyes network opportunities in North Asia and India, as it looks to “key regions” for future network growth.
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NewsJapanese carriers flag continued imbalance in Mainland China recovery
Japan’s two largest carriers are seeing slower-than-expected recovery on their Mainland China network, echoing a sentiment made a year ago in the aftermath of the easing of Covid-19 restrictions.
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NewsAirbus ups Asia-Pacific fleet forecast amid 'significant' growth
Airbus has revised up its market outlook for the Asia-Pacific region, amid optimism over long-term growth, and following a string of headline orders from operators in the region.
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NewsVietnam Airlines to announce order for 50 narrowbodies in 2025
Vietnam Airlines will issue a tender for 50 narrowbodies in 2025 as it looks to significantly expand its fleet over the next decade.
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NewsColorful Guizhou Airlines orders up to 30 C909s
Chinese regional operator Colorful Guizhou Airlines has placed firm orders for 20 C909 regional jets, becoming the type’s newest operator.
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NewsThai Airways operating profit slips in the third quarter despite rising revenues
Thai Airways remained profitable in the third quarter as revenues continued to increase on the back of traffic growth.
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NewsThai Airways confirms upcoming 777-300ER cabin refresh
Thai Airways International will retrofit 14 Boeing 777-300ERs with new cabin products, including adding premium economy seating.
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Airline BusinessSIA talks up India, Southeast Asia potential and partnerships
Singapore Airlines Group is emphasising the opportunities in the high-growth regions of India and Southeast Asia as it confronts the continued challenge of softening yields.