Asia
The latest aviation news and new air services from world’s leading airlines, airports and tourism authorities in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Philippine Airlines and Mahan Air to Serve Guangzhou
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Asian carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Iranian operator Mahan Air will both introduce connections to the Chinese city of Guangzhou with new...
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Hong Kong International Reports Strong Start to 2013
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Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) handled 4.7 million of passengers in February, representing a 14.5 per cent growth over the same period...
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INTERVIEW: The Wizard of Oz – Tourism Australia’s Andrew McEvoy
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Since taking charge of Tourism Australia in January 2010, managing director, Andrew McEvoy, has been working to update the country’s image...
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STATISTICS SPOTLIGHT: India - Market Demand - Country
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In a regular destination report for the host country of Routes events, The HUB provides a detailed analysis of O&D demand over recent years...
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Air India Set for International Network Growth
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India’s national carrier Air India is poised for a significant network growth once the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is permitted to return to the...
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Garuda Indonesia Signs Codeshare with Etihad Airways
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Etihad Airways and Garuda Indonesia have announced a number of new codeshare destinations in Indonesia, Europe, the Middle East, Singapore and...
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Malindo Jet Lands in Kuala Lumpur
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Malaysian start-up Malindo Airways has taken delivery of its first aircraft ahead of its launch next week. The airline’s first Boeing...
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Where Next for Asia's Low-Cost Airlines?
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Low-cost carriers have only scratched the surface of their potential within Asia, argues Gordon Bevan of our consultancy business ASM. It...
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Kolkata Opens new Integrated Terminal T2
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The all new state-of-the- art T2 integrated terminal at Kolkata’s NITB (New Integrated Terminal Building) at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose...
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Jet Airways Deepens Etihad Airways Partnership
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Independent Indian carrier Jet Airways has recently deepened its relationship with United Arab Emirates (UAE) national Etihad Airways, a deal that...
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GVK Plans Local and International Airport Growth
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Its status as India’s commercial and entertainment capital means that Mumbai has long been associated with trade, innovation and the bold...
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Dublin Airport Sees Growth in Demand to Asia
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The Republic of Ireland’s largest international gateway, Dublin Airport, has experienced strong growth in the number of passengers flying to...
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STATISTICS SPECIAL: Aviation in India – A Market Snapshot
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What a journey the Indian aviation market has been on in recent years. With the momentum of a rollercoaster racing along the tracks, the...
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AirAsia Enhances Filipino Penetration with Zest Air Alliance
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Fast expanding low-cost venture AirAsia is to grow its activities in the Philippines after agreeing terms with the majority shareholder of Zest...
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Golden Myanmar Airlines Sets Course for Singapore
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Golden Myanmar Airlines is to introduce its first international flights just two months after it launched services in the Southeast Asian...
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British Airways' Red Carpet Scheduled Debut for the A380
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British Airways has confirmed its first Airbus A380 will make its scheduled debut on the London Heathrow – Los Angeles route from October...
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Air Arabia to serve Sri Lanka's new Hambantota International Airport
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United Arab Emirates (UAE) low-cost carrier Air Arabia is to increase links from the Gulf state to Sri Lanka with the introduction of flights...
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Qatar Airways Forced to Cut Network Growth Due to Dreamliner Delays
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Fast-expanding Gulf carrier Qatar Airways has been forced to scale back its growth plans due to the ongoing grounding of the world’s Boeing...
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Etihad Secures Martinair Cargo Jumbo to Boost Freight Activities
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United Arab Emirates (UAE) national carrier Etihad Airways has further deepened its already extensive operational and marketing partnership with...
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Virgin Australia to Introduce A330 on Brisbane – Perth Link
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Virgin Australia has confirmed plans to introduce its two-class Airbus A330-200 widebodied jet on the domestic route between Brisbane and Perth...