Cathay Pacific Airways
Coverage of Cathay Pacific Airways in the Nexus archive.
- Super Typhoon Bavi: dozens of Hong Kong flights cancelled as storm nears Taiwan
Super Typhoon Bavi has caused the cancellation of over 40 outbound flights from Hong Kong to Taiwan, mainland China, and Japan, operated by airlines including Cathay Pacific Airways and HK Express. Some flights are delayed to Sunday, and local carriers are offering special arrangements for affected passengers.
- Hungarian fighter jets scrambled after Cathay plane triggers Nato alert
A London-bound Cathay Pacific Airways flight temporarily failed to establish contact over Romanian airspace, triggering a NATO alert and prompting Hungarian fighter jets to intercept the flight. Cathay Pacific confirmed the incident is under investigation and emphasized no safety compromise occurred.
- Cathay Pacific flight from India emits smoke while landing in Hong Kong
A Cathay Pacific Airways flight from Bengaluru to Hong Kong emitted smoke upon landing due to an overheated air-conditioning system, with no injuries reported. The smoke dissipated quickly as the system cooled after the A330 aircraft landed at Hong Kong International Airport.
- Cathay Pacific to resume Middle East passenger flights from September
Cathay Pacific Airways will resume Middle East passenger flights in September, six months after suspending services due to the war. The airline will start with freighter flights to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from August 1, followed by daily passenger flights to Dubai and four-times-weekly services to Riyadh from September 1.
- Cathay Pacific says sorry to actor Wu Chun over 3-day luggage delay ordeal
Cathay Pacific Airways apologized to actor and singer Wu Chun after he complained online about a 3-day luggage delay. The incident, which sparked public criticism, led the airline to take immediate action to resolve the issue.
- Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to cut fuel surcharges again as costs ease
Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific Airways will reduce fuel surcharges for the second time in under two months, effective July 1, with a 14.5% decrease for long-haul flights from Hong Kong to regions including North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific. The adjustment follows easing fuel costs after the Middle East war.
- Hong Kong signs 96 agreements with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan worth US$1.65 billion
Hong Kong signed 96 agreements with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan worth US$1.65 billion during a visit by city leader John Lee Ka-chiu, aiming to strengthen government and business ties. An agreement with Uzbekistan was initiated to enable new direct airline routes, following Cathay Pacific Airways' announcement.
- More Hong Kong airlines cancel flights as Typhoon Jangmi bears down on Tokyo
Cathay Pacific Airways and Hong Kong Airlines cancelled or rescheduled flights to Japan due to Typhoon Jangmi approaching Tokyo. Cathay Pacific cancelled six flights between Hong Kong and Japanese cities including Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya, rebooking affected customers without fees.
- Chip boom powers Hong Kong stock exchange at 40. Innovation, resilience set next stage
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange celebrated its 40th anniversary since merging four exchanges into the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (SEHK). A gong-striking ceremony marked the event, with Cathay Pacific Airways highlighted as the first company to participate.
- Chip boom powers Hong Kong stock exchange at 40. Innovation, resilience set next stage
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (SEHK) celebrated its 40th anniversary since the merger of four exchanges, marked by a gong-striking ceremony in Central. Cathay Pacific Airways was highlighted as the first company to list on the merged exchange.
- High-altitude turbulence tricky to detect, experts say, as Cathay investigates case
Advanced aircraft radar systems struggle to detect high-altitude turbulence, as Cathay Pacific investigates a recent incident injuring 10 passengers on a Brisbane-to-Hong Kong flight. The airline is examining weather forecasts and pilot response times following public calls for an inquiry.
- 10 injured in severe turbulence on Cathay Pacific flight from Brisbane to Hong Kong
Ten passengers and crew members were injured when a Cathay Pacific flight from Brisbane to Hong Kong encountered severe turbulence. Two Australians were among those hospitalized for treatment.