Cathay Pacific
Coverage of Cathay Pacific in the Nexus archive.
- China’s aircon scarce in Europe, Wu Chun’s luggage ordeal: 5 weekend reads you missed
The article highlights the scarcity of Chinese air conditioners in Europe amid extreme heat, the viral success of China's AI-powered laser mosquito zapper, Malaysia's tourism reliance on a Chinese app, and Cathay Pacific's apology to actor Wu Chun for a three-day luggage delay.
- Soaring prices during the Iran war jeopardize travel to tourism-dependent countries in Asia
The Iran war has led to soaring jet fuel costs and flight disruptions, straining tourism-dependent economies in Southeast Asia. Countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia face declining tourism as higher travel costs and uncertainties deter visitors, compounding challenges from the pandemic.
- Chinese coal mine accident, Cathay Pacific flight turbulence: 5 weekend reads you missed
The article reports on an 82-death coal mine accident in China, a turbulence incident on a Cathay Pacific flight injuring 10, and Bangladesh's potential purchase of a China-Pakistan fighter jet, highlighting significant events from the weekend.
- Air India to cut international flights due to fuel shortages
Air India is cutting over 25% of its international flights for summer due to fuel shortages caused by the Iran war. The cuts represent another major setback for the airline, which has faced a crash and CEO departure. However, competitors like Lufthansa and Cathay Pacific are capitalizing on the situation by expanding their routes.
- What consumers can do as the Iran war impacts the cost and availability of flights
The U.S. and Israel's war with Iran is disrupting global oil supplies, causing jet fuel prices to surge and prompting airlines to raise fees, reduce routes, or suspend services. Airlines like Air Canada, United, Delta, and others have adjusted operations, while experts advise travelers to book flights early to avoid rising costs and availability issues.