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China NewsOFT issues statement of objections against Cathay Pacific Airways and Virgin Atlantic23-Apr-2010The Office of Fair Trading has today issued a statement of objections alleging that Cathay Pacific Airways and Virgin Atlantic have infringed competition law in relation to passenger services on the London to Hong Kong route. AirAsia launches direct daily flight from Kota Kinabalu to Hong Kong12-Apr-2010AirAsia, the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline is extending its foot print from Kota Kinabalu to the much awaited Hong Kong destination with direct daily flights, further expanding its international connectivity from East Malaysia. Viva Macau Airlines continues to refund all affected passengers31-Mar-2010Viva Macau Airlines would like to thank all passengers affected by the recent flight cancellations for their patience and tolerance. Jetstar adds new low fares services between Singapore and Hong Kong18-Mar-2010AUSTRALIA : Low fares leader Jetstar has announced it will increase its double daily service offering between Singapore and Hong Kong by an additional two additional weekly return services on the peak days Friday and Sunday from 14 May 2010. Jetstar takes off between Singapore and Shantou in mainland China02-Feb-2010Low fares leader Jetstar has become the first foreign carrier to fly between Singapore and Shantou, situated in China’s Guangdong Province, with inaugural flight 3K 823 taking off this morning from Singapore Changi Airport. Asia Airfreight Terminal welcomes Tiger Airways to Hong Kong01-Feb-2010SINGAPORE : Asia Airfreight Terminal Co Ltd (AAT) is pleased to welcome Tiger Airways as its new customer. The carrier has appointed AAT as its cargo service provider at Hong Kong International Airport. Viva Macau increases services in response to strong Melbourne market14-Jan-2010CHINA : Melbourne Airport has welcomed Viva Macau’s decision to increase services from Melbourne, with an additional weekly flight commencing from March 28 this year. The announcement comes after Viva Macau’s decision to temporarily suspend its service to Sydney. Viva Macau Airlines Partners with Macau.com to Provide One-Stop Online Travel Solution to Enhance Customer Experience12-Aug-2009Viva Macau Airlines has joined forces with Macau.com to roll out a brand-new, integrated hotel and holiday booking platform for Viva Macau's customers. Vacation packages to/from Viva Macau's destinations, along with a wide array of hotels, shows and events, can be booked directly on this one-stop online platform. Spring Airlines defers IPO by at least one year29-May-2009CHINA : Spring Airlines, China’s only LCC, announced plans to postpone an IPO for at least one year, as equity markets remain volatile amid the global economic downturn and passenger traffic remains sluggish. Chairman, Wang Zhenghua, revealed the proposed Shanghai and Hong Kong share sale, aimed at raising USD146 million, would be revisited in Sep-2010. Spring’s plans for an IPO have been delayed several times from late 2008 to Oct-2009 and Dec-2009. Spring Airlines expects fourth consecutive year of net profitability in 200906-Apr-2009CHINA : Spring Airlines espera que el 2009 sea su cuarto año consecutivo en beneficios netos China’s first LCC, Spring Airlines, stated it aims to double net profit to CNY40 million (USD5.9 million) in 2009, going against the trend of deep losses for Shanghai-based airilnes. The carrier expects to report revenues of CNY2.2 billion (USD322 million) in 2009, a 37.5% year-on-year increase. Cathay Pacific announces 2008 financial results12-Mar-2009The Cathay Pacific Group announced (11-Mar-09) an attributable loss of HKD8,558 million in 2008, compared to a profit of HKD7,023 million the previous year. The 2008 result is a record annual loss for the airline. Hainan Airlines and Air Berlin to offer codeshare flights27-Jan-2009CHINA : Air Berlin is extending its long-range services and will again be offering flights to China in time for the Chinese New Year. This has been made possible by their co-operation with Hainan Airlines. Both companies have agreed that from 25-Jan-09 they will jointly market flights between Berlin and Beijing. Viva Macau Airlines launches promotion30-Oct-2008CHINA : Viva Macau Airlines has launched a 6-day promotion (26-Oct to 02-Nov) offering airfares from USD1 from Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh City to Macau, exclusive of taxes and surcharges. AirAsia launches direct flights from Bangkok to Hong Kong16-Sep-2008AirAsia has announced the launch of direct daily flights between Hong Kong and Bangkok on brand new Airbus 320 with 5000 seats up for grabs. CAE wins contracts for four full-flight simulators and training devices11-Sep-2008CAE announced it has been awarded contracts to design and manufacture four full-flight simulators (FFSs) and associated training. The contracts are with Cathay Pacific Airways, Southwest Airlines, Lufthansa Flight Training, as well as Flight Simulation Company. AirAsia announces launch of direct flights to Guilin24-Jul-2008AirAsia announced the launch of its latest route to Guilin, China. Guilin, the 7th destination in China has set AirAsia a new benchmark to boost the wider network in Southern China. Hong Kong Oasis Airlines reportedly stops bookings amid reports of financial problems09-Apr-2008(XFN-ASIA) Oasis Hong Kong Airlines has reportedly stopped accepting bookings amid media reports that financial difficulties may force the company to cease operations. AirAsia X expands with second international route: Kuala Lumpur-Hangzhou05-Feb-2008MALAYSIA : AirAsia X launched its inaugural Kuala Lumpur-Hangzhou service from the Low-Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT), Kuala Lumpur International Airport, on 04-Feb-08. Following its much-anticipated announcement of this second international destination on 15-Jan-08 with promotional RM99 fares (USD30), 10,000 seats have been booked for Feb-08 and Mar-08, ahead of the inaugural service. Hong Kong's Shun Tak Holdings to proceed with Macau budget airline JV plans23-Nov-2007(XFN-ASIA) Shun Tak Holdings will proceed with its plans to form a joint venture budget airline in Macau, Managing Director, Pansy Ho, said. Deal sees US regional Mesa link up with Shenzhen Airlines30-Aug-2007CHINA : (CAPA) US regional carrier Mesa Air announced 29-Aug-07 that it will soon launch partner operations in Mainland China with PRC budget carrier Shenzhen Airlines. Oasis Hong Kong increases Hong Kong-London frequency; celebrates first anniversary of ticket sales with 3000 free tickets29-Aug-2007(CAPA) Oasis Hong Kong Airlines is celebrating its first anniversary of ticket sales and the launch of additional services from Hong Kong to London with 3,000 free tickets. China's Okay Airways to lease ten MA60 aircraft from AVIC I for USD175.8 million19-Jul-2007(XFN-ASIA) Okay Airways signed an agreement to lease ten domestic-built MA60 aircraft from China Aviation Industry Corp I (AVIC I) for USD175.8 million. |