Cathay congratulates Hong Kong International Airport ahead of the commissioning of the Three-Runway System. From January 2025, Hong Kong’s flagship airline group will reach 100 percent of pre-pandemic flights.
On Tuesday (November 26, 2024), Cathay offered their congratulations to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) ahead of the commissioning of the Three-Runway System, which will mark a new phase in the airport’s growth and development. Cathay Group is proud to support the continued development of their home hub airport, and the Group’s airlines will reach 100 percent of pre-pandemic flights from January 2025. Cathay Pacific and HK Express will continue to add flights, and plan on serving 100 destinations worldwide in 2025.
In Tuesday’s announcement, Cathay Group’s Chief Executive Officer Ronald Lam said,
“The introduction of the Three-Runway System will be a landmark moment for Hong Kong, one that ushers in a new era of possibilities for our home hub and its aviation industry. On behalf of Cathay, I would like to congratulate the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Airport Authority Hong Kong for this significant achievement.
“I am particularly pleased that the successful completion of Cathay’s rebuild coincides with the opening of the Three-Runway System. We can now truly put the pandemic behind us and firmly focus on the future.
“Our confidence in the long-term prospects of our home hub is as resolute as ever. As we look ahead to the many exciting opportunities that the Three-Runway System will provide, we are eager to continue doing our part to elevate Hong Kong’s status as a world-leading international aviation hub, connecting Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and the world.”
As Hong Kong’s flagship airline group, Cathay is committed to the long-term growth and development of the city. The Group has committed over HK $100 billion (US $12.85 billion) in investments over the next seven years, including more than 100 new generation aircraft, cabin interiors and lounges, as well as digital and sustainability leadership.
Source: Cathay Group