Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been named Roy Morgan Research 2024 International Airline of the Year at the annual Customer Satisfaction Awards held in Melbourne. The carrier received the accolade for the fifth time, having previously won in 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2023. SIA was recognised as the Best International Airline for customer satisfaction, rated first
Airbus and Thai Airways International (THAI) have signed a Letter of Intent for the retrofit of the airline’s A350 fleet. The agreement will see THAI’s A350-900 aircraft receive comprehensive cabin upgrades to enhance passenger comfort on long-haul routes. The modernisation program will be managed by Airbus and is scheduled to begin in 2028. The cabin
Taiwan’s EVA Air has placed a firm order for six A350-1000 long-range aircraft and three A321neo single-aisle planes, finalising a commitment announced last month. The new order brings EVA Air’s total backlog to 24 A350-1000s and 18 A321neo aircraft awaiting delivery. The expansion forms part of the airline’s fleet modernisation and network growth strategy. Clay
Taiwan’s China Airlines has finalised an order with Airbus for ten A350-1000 aircraft, following a commitment announced in December 2024. The new widebody jets will be deployed on long-haul routes connecting Taiwan with North America and Europe, complementing the airline’s existing fleet of A350-900 aircraft. China Airlines Chairman Kao Shing-Hwang said the investment aligned with
Cathay has launched the 2025 edition of its flagship youth development programme, I Can Fly, unveiling a refreshed format aimed at inspiring young people in Hong Kong to explore careers in aviation while contributing to the community. The programme, which began in 2003, will this year involve around 2,000 participants aged 10 to 18 and
Qatar Airways Cargo has launched a new dedicated air freight service for the semiconductor industry, introducing a specialised product called TechLift to meet the growing global demand for secure and efficient semiconductor transport. TechLift is designed for the consumer electronics, communications, satellite, automotive and AI industries. It provides customised solutions for handling integrated circuits, chipsets,
