Qantas becomes the largest international carrier servicing the capital in what it calls “good news for tourism in NZ”.
Qantas boss Alan Joyce will leave the airline today, two months early, with Vanessa Hudson taking over as group chief executive and managing director – the first woman to lead the airline.
Qantas has posted an underlying profit before tax of A$2.47bn (NZ$2.68bn) for the year to June 2023.
Qantas is increasing the number of its flights between Sydney and Melbourne and New Zealand for Kiwi fans of Taylor Swift heading across the Tasman for the singer’s concerts in February 2024.
Qantas is lowering its trans-Tasman fares for trade partners in August.
Qantas is launching its direct service between New York and Auckland today.
Air New Zealand, Qantas and the Board of Airline Representatives of New Zealand have criticised Auckland Airport’s proposed landing fee increases for putting tourism at risk.
Wellington Airport has welcomed the reintroduction of Qantas’ Wellington – Brisbane service, set to start in October.
Qantas Group has appointed Vanessa Hudson its next CEO and MD.
Former Air New Zealand chief commercial and customer officer Cam Wallace has been appointed head of international at Qantas.
The airline’s chair says it is also reviewing its operations after it offloaded 65 bags from its maiden New York to Auckland flight.
An Auckland connection between Qantas’ upcoming Sydney to New York service will begin in June 2023, including flights and an upgrade of the airline’s international lounge at Auckland Airport.
Qantas is resuming its Wellington and Queenstown services, with the first flights landing in the country this afternoon.
AA Smartfuel has partnered with Qantas to enable Kiwis to convert their Smartfuel discounts to Qantas points.
Qantas has released its latest safety video and one iconic New Zealand operator gets a starring a role.
QANTAS has unveiled its latest safety video showcasing regular Australians in 15 locations around the country.