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Building the Future of Flight: How Airlines Worldwide Are Investing in People to Shape Tomorrow’s Skilled Workforce

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(NEWS) MASCOT, Australia / HONG KONG, 2025-Oct-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Across continents, the aviation industry is entering a new era of training excellence. From Australia to Hong Kong, the UK, Africa, and the United States, airlines and aviation organizations are investing heavily in education, safety, and technology to nurture the next generation of aviation… Read the full news article

Smarter Business Travel Takes Flight with TAP FORBIZ as TAP Air Portugal Expands Corporate Partnerships

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(NEWS) LISBON, Portugal, 2025-Oct-22 — /Travel PR News/ — TAP Air Portugal has introduced TAP FORBIZ, a new corporate travel programme designed to make business flying smarter, more flexible, and more rewarding for companies of every size. By offering tailored tools that simplify travel management and reduce costs while rewarding both managers and employees, TAP FORBIZ… Read the full news article

Originair’s Blenheim-Christchurch Flights Strengthen South Island Links as Christchurch Airport Builds on Last Year’s Growth

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(NEWS) CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand, 2025-Oct-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport has strengthened its role as a key gateway for the South Island, celebrating the launch of Originair’s new service between Blenheim and Christchurch. The route, which began on 19 October, was welcomed with a ceremonial water arch as the aircraft taxied in, marking the… Read the full news article

Staying Connected Above the Clouds: Cathay Pacific Elevates Inflight Experience with Complimentary Wi-Fi for Gold and Premium Members

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific is set to enhance its inflight experience by extending complimentary Wi-Fi access to Cathay Gold members across all cabin classes starting 15 November 2025. This initiative builds on the airline’s ongoing commitment to seamless connectivity in the skies and will soon include all Cathay members… Read the full news article

Daily non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Changsha mark Cathay’s continued network growth

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Cathay Group has announced the launch of daily non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Changsha, beginning November 4, 2025. The new service marks the airline group’s fifth Chinese Mainland destination added this year, expanding its network in the region to 24 cities. Operated by Cathay Pacific,… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Relaunches Four-Weekly Hong Kong–Brussels Flights Amid Near-100 Weekly Services to Europe

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has resumed four-times-weekly flights between Hong Kong and Brussels as of 3 August 2025, joining nearly 100 weekly return services connecting Hong Kong with Europe during the summer peak. The airline’s expanded network includes multiple daily flights to London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Manchester, Milan, Paris and Zurich; four weekly to Barcelona, Madrid… Read the full news article

Early Start for Cathay’s Hong Kong Route Boosts Christchurch Summer Connectivity

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific will kick off its seasonal Hong Kong–Christchurch route on 3 November 2025—one month earlier than in previous years—with three weekly flights rising to four during peak months. The schedule extension, following Cathay’s Skytrax #3 global ranking, increases both passenger and cargo capacity, benefiting South Island tourism and perishable exports. Christchurch Airport… Read the full news article

New Hong Kong–Munich Flights Push Cathay Pacific Toward 100 Weekly European Return Services

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has launched its first direct flights between Hong Kong and Munich, operating four weekly services on the Airbus A350-900. This addition follows the Rome seasonal route and precedes Brussels’s return service. Alongside HK Express, the airline group now connects customers to 100 destinations globally, having introduced 18 new cities in 2025…. Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Unveils “Chinese Classics” Inflight Dining Experience Inspired by the Eight Great Cuisines of China

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has launched a new “Chinese Classics” menu in its Business class, drawing inspiration from the Eight Great Cuisines of China. The menu will feature regional dishes, offering an authentic culinary experience that complements the airline’s existing “Hong Kong Flavours” and “International Favourites” options. Starting in April 2025, the menu will be… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Introduces Secure Baggage Tracking with Apple’s Share Item Location Feature

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has introduced a new feature to enhance its baggage recovery process, allowing customers to securely share the location of their AirTags or Find My network accessories with the airline. This innovation helps baggage teams quickly locate and return missing bags, offering greater peace of mind for travelers. The feature utilizes Apple’s… Read the full news article

Cathay Charts New Sustainability Milestones in 2024 Report with Record SAF Growth and Community Initiatives

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(IN SHORT) Cathay has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing steady progress in its environmental and community-focused initiatives as the Group prepares for its next growth phase. Emphasizing a continued commitment to sustainability, CEO Ronald Lam highlighted the company’s strategic focus on climate change, circular economy practices, and pioneering efforts in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)… Read the full news article

Cathay Technologies Launches to Revolutionise Aviation Digital Solutions in Strategic HKSTP Partnership

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Technologies has been established as a new subsidiary by Cathay to bring its digital solutions to a wider aviation market. Announced on April 8, 2025, the new venture leverages Cathay’s extensive aviation experience to deliver innovative products that enhance pilot experience, safety, and operational efficiency. Its flagship product, the Electronic Flight Folder… Read the full news article

Hong Kong Pioneers Effortless Transitions Between Commercial and Private Flights

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(IN SHORT) Hong Kong is setting a new standard in aviation with JetLink, a collaborative service between the Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre (HKBAC) and Cathay Pacific that facilitates effortless transitions between commercial and private flights. Targeting First and Business class passengers, JetLink offers a guided “wing-to-wing” transfer that bypasses traditional customs and immigration hurdles,… Read the full news article

Cathay Group Expands Summer Schedule: Nearly 300 Return Flights Boost Connectivity to 20 Mainland Destinations

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(IN SHORT) This summer, the Cathay Group will significantly expand its service between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, offering nearly 300 return flights per week to 20 popular destinations—a nearly 40% increase from last year. This enhanced schedule is designed to meet rising travel demand and offers extensive coverage in strategic regions like Beijing… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Announces Return of Direct Flights to Rome This Summer, Expanding Global Network

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Announcing our 12th European destination, and another step closer to the Group’s target of reaching 100 global destinations within 2025 (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific will resume direct flights between Hong Kong and Rome starting June 5, 2025, with a three-times-weekly seasonal service. This new route marks the airline’s 12th European destination and brings it closer… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Partners with Michelin-Starred Yat Tung Heen to Offer Premium Cantonese Dining Inflight

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The new ‘Hong Kong Flavours’ menu presents a range of authentic local fare for Premium Economy and Economy class customers on selected flights (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has partnered with Yat Tung Heen, a Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant, to offer its Premium Economy and Economy class passengers a taste of Hong Kong with a new “Hong… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Supports Hong Kong’s SAF Policy Whitepaper, Driving Sustainable Aviation Fuel Adoption

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Cathay looks forward to contributing to wider sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) adoption and usage at its home hub (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has expressed strong support for the Policy Whitepaper on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Strategy for Hong Kong, released by the Hong Kong Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition. The whitepaper outlines a comprehensive plan to… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Expands European Network with New Direct Flights to Munich and Return to Brussels

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Hong Kong’s home airline will provide up to 93 return flights per week to 11 cities in Europe next summer (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific is expanding its European network in summer 2025 with new direct flights to Munich starting 16 June and the return of its Brussels service on 3 August. Both routes will operate… Read the full news article

Cathay Cargo Terminal Leads the Way in AI-Driven Safety and Security Innovation

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Pioneering new standards in cargo terminal safety and security (IN SHORT) Cathay Cargo Terminal in Hong Kong has become the first air cargo terminal in the region to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) with its CCTV system to enhance safety and security. In partnership with Intenseye, the terminal uses AI to monitor safety hazards in real-time,… Read the full news article

Cathay Inspires Youth with Community Flight 2024, Supporting Hong Kong’s Strive and Rise Programme

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Cathay’s continued support for the Hong Kong SAR Government’s Strive and Rise Programme culminates in a memorable flight over Hong Kong (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific hosted its Cathay Community Flight 2024, taking over 180 students and mentors on a 90-minute flight over Hong Kong as part of its support for the Hong Kong SAR Government’s… Read the full news article

Cathay Hackathon 2024 Expands to Shenzhen, Showcasing Young Innovators in Aviation Technology

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Cathay’s flagship tech event provides a unique platform for young innovators to showcase their creative ideas and solutions to enhance the aviation industry in Hong Kong and beyond (IN SHORT) The seventh annual Cathay Hackathon concluded in Shenzhen, marking its first expansion into the Greater Bay Area. The event attracted over 1,500 applicants from Hong… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific’s SAF Programme Gains Momentum with New Partners and Record Carbon Reduction Targets

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New global partners come onboard bringing the total to 15 as programme expands with tiered structure (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific’s Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme has grown significantly in 2024, now including 15 global partners, with new additions such as DB Schenker and Kuehne+Nagel. The programme’s expanded tiered structure allows companies to join based… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Launches Direct Hong Kong-Riyadh Flights, Enhancing Links with Saudi Arabia

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Providing travellers from Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia with greater convenience and connectivity (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has launched a new direct flight route connecting Hong Kong and Riyadh, operating three times weekly. This route aims to boost tourism, business, and cultural connections between Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia, supporting initiatives like the Belt and… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Launches Aria Suite and Revamped Cabins to Enhance In-Flight Experience

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Showcasing a whole new cabin experience in Business, Premium Economy and Economy onboard the airline’s retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has launched its new Aria Suite in Business class, along with refreshed Premium Economy and Economy cabins, on retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The new cabins were unveiled on October 16, 2024, during… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Graduates 300 Students from ‘I Can Fly’ Programme, Inspiring Future Aviation Careers

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Cathay upholds its commitment to fostering youth development and nurturing future leaders for the Hong Kong aviation industry (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific celebrated the graduation of 300 students from its “I Can Fly” programme, which returned after a five-year hiatus. The six-month programme provides young people with insights into the aviation industry through tours, training,… Read the full news article

Cathay Invests HK$100 Billion to Elevate Hong Kong’s Aviation Hub Status

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Group is investing over HK$100 billion to strengthen Hong Kong’s international aviation hub, focusing on fleet expansion, enhanced customer experience, and upgraded lounges. The investment supports Cathay’s growth strategy and commitment to sustainability, aiming to achieve carbon net-zero by 2050. The Group is also on track to restore its pre-pandemic flight capacity… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Debuts New Inflight Safety Video Highlighting Hong Kong’s Vibrant Culture and Landmarks

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has launched a new inflight safety video that integrates essential safety demonstrations with scenes showcasing the vibrant energy and iconic landmarks of Hong Kong. Developed in collaboration with the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the video features various locations across the city, aiming to promote Hong Kong as a top travel destination… Read the full news article

Cathay Holidays Launches Enhanced Travel Hub Powered by Expedia Group

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Click to holiday – book hotel stays, packages, and a range of travel activities powered by Expedia Group in one go (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific introduces a revamped Cathay Holidays, a premium travel hub powered by Expedia Group, offering customers a seamless booking experience for hotel stays, packages, and travel activities. With an extensive selection… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Partners with Siobhan Haughey to Inspire Every Move

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Sharing the belief that “Every Move Counts” with all of Hong Kong (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific proudly announces its collaboration with Olympic swimmer Siobhan Haughey as its new brand ambassador, embodying their shared belief that “Every Move Counts.” The partnership is showcased in Cathay’s latest advertisement series, highlighting Siobhan’s rigorous training routine and dedication to… Read the full news article

Cathay Cargo Commends Hong Kong Airport’s Global Cargo Dominance

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Celebrating the city’s achievement and reaffirming its commitment to contributing to its home hub’s continued success (IN SHORT) Cathay Cargo extends congratulations to Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for securing its position as the world’s busiest cargo airport for the 13th time in 14 years, as per the latest data from Airports Council International (ACI)…. Read the full news article