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Hunnu Air receives Mongolia’s first-ever Embraer E195-E2
Aviation lessor Azorra recently delivered the first of two new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to Hunnu Air, marking a new partnership for the firm, as well as bringing in the first E2 to operate in Mongolia. The E195-E2 delivered from Azorra’s firm order-book with Embraer will support Hunnu Air as it grows its fleet and expands its route network to key destinations across Asia-Pacific, offering greater capacity and longer-range capability. This specific aircraft model is a modern, fuel-efficient aircraft that is optimally designed to reduce operating costs and improve efficiencies in existing markets, while facilitating the exploration and development of new markets. Meanwhile, Azorra continues to work with Embraer to strengthen the E2’s presence in Asia, having previously delivered the region’s first E2 aircraft to Scoot in April 2024. The addition of Hunnu Air to Azorra’s expanding network of airline customers highlights the increasing demand for fuel-efficient, comfortable, new generation aircraft in the region. A milestone in Mongolian aviation Azorra founder and chief executive John Evans said: "We are thrilled to deliver Mongolia's first new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to our valued partners at Hunnu Air. This is a significant step in the growth of Hunnu Air and a major milestone for the future of aviation in Mongolia.” Evans pointed out that the delivery also reinforces his company’s strong partnership with Embraer. He added: “As demand for these jets surges across the Asia-Pacific region, we are excited to continue providing our airline partners with innovative fleet solutions.” Hunnu Air CEO Munkhjargal Purevjal likewise said: “We’ve been an E190 operator since 2019 and the E195-E2 is the perfect extension as we meet growing demand for air travel across Mongolia and beyond. These new generation aircraft will allow us to increase capacity to Haikou, Sanya, and Phu Quoc, expand services to Japan, China, Vietnam, India and South Korea, and introduce scheduled flights to Tashkent. We’re thankful for the support of Azorra and Embraer as the E2 will be integral to our long-term growth.” Embraer Commercial Aviation’s chief commercial officer Martyn Holmes pointed out that the entry of the E195-E2 into Mongolia is a key development for the region’s aviation landscape. As he puts it: “The aircraft’s advanced technology, low noise levels, unbeatable efficiency, and unparalleled passenger comfort make it the ideal choice for airlines looking to grow strategically while optimizing operational costs. We look forward to supporting Hunnu Air’s strategic growth and thank Hunnu Air for their continued partnership and our leasing partner Azorra for their continued collaboration, combining again with Embraer.”
Fliggy releases travel insights following 2025 Qingming Festival
Alibaba Group’s online travel platform Fliggy just released a report showcasing its travel insights for the recently concluded three-day Qingming Festival holiday period. For this year’s holiday, savvy travelers who headed overseas strategically extended their trips by taking four extra days off before the holiday, creating nine-day international getaways. Indeed, bookings for outbound trips made two days prior to the holiday were up by 20 percent year on year. Meanwhile, the sale of tickets for overseas attractions rose by 56 percent, while that of railway tickets abroad surged by 293 percent. Fliggy analysts also noted a 172 percent increase in overseas cruise bookings for the holiday season. Destinations of choice for outbound travellers included Japan, Hong Kong SAR, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Macau SAR, France, and Australia. But while many opted for these classic standbys, a growing number have sought to go farther afield, booking trips to Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Netherlands, and Italy. Qingming Festival domestic travel in 2025 The report also noted that, when it came to domestic travel in China for the festival, average spending per person was up by almost five percent. Meanwhile, medium-distance road trips appeared to be the vacation of preference for many holiday-makers, and car rental orders surged by 41 percent year-on-year. Likewise, many travellers opted to drive themselves to such destinations as Chengdu, Haikou, Sanya, Guangzhou, Kunming, Hangzhou, Beijing, Chongqing, Dali, and Xi’an. The most visited cities for this year were Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Nanjing, Chongqing, Wuhan, and Xi’an. However, a growing number of travellers made their way to second-tier cities like Zhangjiajie, Jingdezhen, Qingyuan, Zhoushan, and Taizhou. There was also a notable increase in bookings for outdoor activities for this year, as tea-picking tours were up 20 percent, and edible foraging tours by 47 percent. Likewise, cultural heritage tours featuring intangible cultural heritage sites and hands-on workshops grew by 68 percent year-on-year.
Cathay Pacific launches direct flights between Hong Kong and Urumqi from 28 April 2025
Cathay Pacific announces another addition to its expanding global network this year with the launch of direct flights between Hong Kong and Urumqi starting 28 April 2025. The new four-times-weekly return service will bring the Cathay Group’s combined passenger network in the Chinese Mainland to 20 destinations. This summer, Cathay Pacific and low-cost carrier HK Express will operate over 290 return flights per week between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. This includes Beijing (Capital International Airport and Daxing International Airport), Shanghai (Pudong International Airport and Hongqiao International Airport), Chengdu, Chongqing, Fuzhou, Guangzhou, Haikou, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Ningbo, Qingdao, Sanya, Urumqi, Wenzhou, Wuhan, Xi’an, Xiamen and Zhengzhou. Cathay Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Lavinia Lau said: “Urumqi is an exciting new addition to our network, directly connecting our home city with an important Belt and Road hub in Northwestern China. We are delighted to introduce Urumqi as the Cathay Group’s 11th new port announced so far this year, as we move one step closer to reaching 100 destinations globally in 2025. “As Hong Kong’s home airline, we have deep roots in our home city and are proudly part of China. We are committed to providing our customers with even more destination and flight choices when travelling between Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and beyond. We look forward to welcoming customers through our flights to experience what Urumqi has to offer.” Cathay Pacific’s new Hong Kong-Urumqi route will be operated by the airline’s Airbus A330-300 aircraft, providing customers with comfortable Business and Economy cabins. Flight schedules are as follows (all times local, subject to regulatory approval): Hong Kong – Urumqi (28 April 2025) Flight No. Origin Destination Departure Arrival Days of Operation CX998 Hong Kong (HKG) Urumqi (URC) 01:30 07:00 Monday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday CX997 Urumqi (URC) Hong Kong (HKG) 10:15 15:20 Monday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday Through the Cathay Group’s Hong Kong hub, customers travelling from the Chinese Mainland can connect to its extensive global network with destinations across Asia, Europe, North America, South West Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. Under the Individual Visit Scheme, customers from Urumqi can also visit Hong Kong in their individual capacity. Aside from Urumqi, Cathay Pacific will launch direct flights to Hyderabad in March, Dallas in April, Rome and Munich in June, and Brussels in August this year. HK Express commenced services to Sendai in January and will launch direct flights to Nha Trang, Komatsu and Ishigaki in April, and Miyako (Shimojishima) in June. The two airlines project to operate passenger services to more than 100 destinations worldwide within 2025.
Changi Airport handled 67.7 million passengers in 2024
Singapore Changi Airport handled 67.7 million passenger movements in 2024, registering a 14.8% year-on-year increase. This was 99.1% of the passenger movements recorded in 2019, prior to the Covid-19 pandemic. Aircraft movements, totalled 366,000 in 2024, up 11.5% compared to 2023. A total of 1.99 million tonnes of airfreight throughput was recorded in the year, surpassing 2023’s level by 14.6%. Yam Kum Weng, Chief Executive Officer of Changi Airport Group, said: “We witnessed a year of strong growth in passenger and cargo traffic as well as connectivity in 2024. Changi added a bumper crop of 11 new city links, strengthening the air hub's network and opening up a world of new destinations to support business ties and for travellers to explore. We are deeply grateful for the close partnership with our airline partners and are pleased to welcome the new airlines to Changi. Their collaboration has been instrumental in driving this growth. “Looking ahead, we are optimistic of another year of growth in passenger traffic. Operating a major air hub in Asia-Pacific, Changi Airport Group will continue to invest in our airport’s infrastructure, systems and processes to augment our handling capacity, so as to be well-placed to support the rising demand for air travel in the coming years." For the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024, Changi Airport handled 17.8 million passenger movements. This was a 10.7% increase compared to the same period in 2023, and marked a full traffic recovery compared to Q4 of 2019. Aircraft movements, which include landings and take-offs, totalled 95,300, up 9.3% year-on-year. For the quarter, 521,000 tonnes in airfreight throughput was recorded, an increase of 15.0%. December 2024, with 6.4 million passenger movements, was the busiest month in the year, the first time monthly traffic has exceeded six million since December 2019. The busiest day of the year was 21 December 2024 – the Saturday before Christmas – when 226,000 passengers passed through Changi’s terminals. While all regions witnessed growth, North Asia was the fastest growing in 2024, registering an increase of 40% compared to 2023. Changi Airport’s top five passenger markets for the year were China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia and Thailand. China was Changi’s largest source market of the year, with passenger traffic almost doubling 2023’s level and surpassing the pre-Covid level by 6%. Hong Kong and Japan also recorded significant growth of more than 20% year-on-year. Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Jakarta, Denpasar (Bali) and Hong Kong were Changi Airport’s busiest routes during the year. Shanghai entered Changi’s top 10 cities list for the first time since 2011, registering a 94% growth compared to the previous year. Enhancing connectivity In 2024, Changi Airport welcomed eight new passenger airlines - Aero Dili, AirAsia Cambodia, Air Canada, Air Japan, Loong Air, Peach Aviation, Tianjin Airlines and West Air. As Changi expanded its connectivity to the world, it added 11 new passenger city links to its network, connecting Singapore to Broome, Brussels, Guiyang, Kertajati, Lhasa, Linyi, Malacca, Phu Quoc, Quanzhou, Vancouver, and Wenzhou. During the year, Changi also established flights to London Gatwick Airport and Subang Airport, providing more options for travels to London and Kuala Lumpur. More exciting new routes are already on the horizon, and travellers can look forward to new destinations including Labuan Bajo from March, and Vienna from June this year. Changi Airport also welcomed two new freighter airlines in 2024 – Shandong Airlines, which also resumed passenger services during the year, and Air Incheon. Two new freighter city links were added, connecting Singapore to Haikou and Nagoya.
Hainan Airlines releases flight schedule for winter 2024 / spring 2025
Hainan Airlines announced that it will implement its winter and spring flight plan beginning 27th October, adding new routes and increasing flights to meet the needs of holiday travellers. The airline also announced its plans to introduce a new range of innovative products and services, as well as making travel more convenient for passengers in the coming seasons. For winter 2024 / spring 2025, Hainan Airlines plans to operate up to 500 domestic routes covering 80 cities. It will also add 40 new routes to its domestic network. New destinations Among the routes for addition to the network are flights going to and from Haikou, Changsha, Lanzhou, Urumqi, among other places. The airline will also increase the frequency of popular flights, including Haikou-Changsha / Xi'an / Nanchang, Beijing Capital-Sanya / Shanghai Pudong / Xi'an, Sanya-Nanchang / Jinan / Zhengzhou. In terms of international routes, Hainan Airlines aims to fly over 50 international and regional round-trip passenger routes departing from Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Haikou, Chongqing, Xi'an, Changsha, Taiyuan, Dalian, and Guangzhou to more than 30 countries and regions, further meeting the entry and exit needs of passengers. In addition, the airline will add international routes such as Shenzhen-Madrid, Haikou-Seoul, Beijing-Vladivostok, and increase the frequency of flights on popular international routes such as Haikou-Bangkok / Singapore and Chongqing-Paris. Catering to different passenger needs During the upcoming season, Hainan Airlines’ focus will be on the core public and business markets. That said, the airline plans to create special route products such as "Boutique Express" and "Free Trade Port Express", covering routes in and out of Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Haikou, and Sanya. The airline also seeks to create a better and more efficient travel experience for passengers by optimising flight scheduling, upgrading cabin and ground services, and integrating convenient travel rights. In addition, Hainan Airlines will continue to launch reservation products such as "Free Flight" and "Enjoy the Sea Flight", as well as customer care products such as "Exclusive for Students" and "Exclusive Preferential Services for Passengers with Outstanding Contributions" to give back to the support and love of the majority of passengers.
Hainan Airlines successfully launches new direct route to Tokyo
Hainan Airlines’s first-ever direct Beijing-Tokyo flight landing at Tokyo Haneda Airport successfully took off from Beijing Capital International Airport on the evening of 1st September. This marks the official launch of Hainan Airlines' fourth direct flight to Japan after Beijing-Tokyo (Narita), Beijing-Osaka, and Xi'an-Tokyo (Narita). The opening of the Beijing-Tokyo (Haneda) route provides more convenient travel services for passengers in both places. Hainan Airlines plans to operate three round-trip flights per week on the Beijing-Tokyo (Haneda) international route, with outbound flights scheduled on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Likewise, return flights take off on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Outbound flights are scheduled to take off from Beijing Capital International Airport at 21:15 Beijing time and arrive at Tokyo Haneda International Airport at 01:30 local time the next day, with an estimated flight time of 3 hours and 15 minutes. Consequently, the return flight is scheduled to take off from Tokyo Haneda International Airport at 03:00 local time and arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport at 5:50 Beijing time , with an estimated flight time of 3 hours and 50 minutes. Reopening routes to the world At present, Hainan Airlines has resumed, just opened, and is currently planning to operate over 50 international and regional round-trip passenger routes departing from cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Haikou, Chongqing, Xi'an, Changsha, Taiyuan, Dalian, and Guangzhou. Hainan Airlines expects to continue its accelerated resumption and launch of international and regional flights to further meet the market demand for passengers entering and leaving the country.
Melian Airport releases interim report for 2024
Hainan Meilan International Airport Company Limited (Melian Airport) released its interim results for 2024. As of 30 June, Melian Airport reported total assets of RMB 10.735 billion, total liabilities of RMB 6.754 billion, and net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company of RMB 4.025 billion. The asset-liability ratio stood at 62.91 percent, maintaining a relatively reasonable level. For the first half of 2024, the airport achieved revenue worth RMB 1.149 billion, with aviation business revenue reaching RMB 604 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 22.09 percent. Production operations continued to exhibit a strong and steady growth trend. Slight losses In terms of net profit, net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies in the first half of 2024 amounted to a loss of RMB 248 million. This loss was primarily due to the arbitration settlement with Aero Infrastructure Holding Company Limited, which required Melian Airport to make a compensation payment of approximately RMB 273 million. The full provision for this amount resulted in the interim net loss. However, excluding the impact of the arbitration compensation, Melian Airport effectively recorded a net profit attributable to shareholders of around RMB 25 million. The arbitration outcome, which significantly reduced the originally claimed amount of RMB 2.7 billion, represents a more favorable result than initially anticipated. Core operations In terms of core airport operations, Meilan Airport handled a total of 98,900 aircraft movements, transported 14.4937 million passengers, and achieved cargo and mail throughput of 116,400 tons in the first half of 2024. These figures represent year-on-year increases of 15.89 percent, 20.3 percent, and 25.01 percent, respectively, with all operational metrics reaching historical highs for the same period. In 2024, to meet the increasingly diverse travel demands, Meilan Airport has been optimizing its route network. As of 30th June, the airport operated 34 international and regional passenger routes, covering 21 key cities across Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, Australia, and Europe. Additionally, the airport launched three fifth-freedom cargo routes: Incheon-Haikou-Singapore, Haikou-Vienna-Bournemouth, and Haikou-Paris-Bournemouth. These expansions are aimed at broadening the international network and establishing Meilan Airport as a key regional hub in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Distinctions in brand development Regarding brand development, in the first half of 2024, Meilan Airport received several distinctions, including Excellent Airport in Service Quality above 10 Million Passengers, as well as Excellent Airport in Comprehensive Service above 20 Million Passengers in China's Civil Airport Service Quality Evaluation Report for 2023, as well as the Civil Aviation Passenger Satisfaction Index of 2023 released by domestic civil aviation authorities. Internationally, Meilan Airport achieved significant recognition by winning the SKYTRAX Global Five-Star Airport, Best Regional Airport in China, and Best Airport Staff in China citations. These accolades underscore the airport's world-leading standards in service innovation and quality, enhancing its industry influence and global reputation.
Hainan Airlines opens route to Seattle in September
Hainan Airlines announced that it opens a new Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle route beginning 26th September, its first international route flying from Haikou to the US. As Hainan Airlines’ 13th international and regional route departing from Haiko, it serves as a convenient bridge between Hainan and the US, further promoting the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port. The route features one round-trip flight per week on the Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle international route, flying every Thursday. The outbound flight takes off from Haikou Meilan International Airport at 07:00 Beijing time, arriving in Chongqing at 09:10. It takes off again from Chongqing at 11:20, then arrives at Seattle Tacoma International Airport at 09:00 local time. The total flight time is expected to be 17 hours. The return flight, on the other hand, takes off from Seattle Tacoma International Airport at 11:00 local time, arriving in Chongqing at 16:00 Beijing time the next day. It then takes off from Chongqing at 18:30, and arrives at Haikou Meilan International Airport at 20:45. The total flight time is expected to be 18 hours and 45 minutes.
Air Astana flights between Kazakhstan and China set to increase
The number of Air Astana flights between Kazakhstan and China is set to increase following agreements reached at the meeting of the China-Central Asia Aviation Co-operation group held in Xi'an, China between 18th and 20th June 2024. Designated carriers from Kazakhstan received approval to operate up to 52 passenger flights per week during the current summer season, with the figure increasing and up to 62 flights per week starting from the 2025 summer season. In addition to existing destinations in China, Kazakh carriers are now additionally allowed to operate flights to Guangzhou, China's third largest city and largest commercial hub. Designated airlines also received the right to operate an unlimited number of flights to the cities of Sanya, Haikou and Qionghai on Hainan Island using the fifth, sixth and seventh freedom rights. Kazakhstan is among the few countries in the world, along with the United States and a number of European countries, whose carriers have rights to operate flights to China using fifth freedom rights. Kazakh airlines have also received permission to operate cargo flights to China without restrictions on quantity and direction. Air Astana currently operates scheduled daily flights from Almaty to Beijing and from Astana to Beijing three times a week, as well as from Almaty to Urumqi in western China five times a week.
Diageo Global Travel showcases unrivalled spirits portfolio at China International Consumer Products Expo
Diageo and Johnnie Walker display at the recent China International Expo in Hainan. Diageo Global Travel was delighted to showcase its exclusive spirits portfolio and new consumer experiences at the 2023 China International Consumer Products Expo held in Haikou, the capital of South China's Hainan province. This follows the recent opening of Diageo Global Travel’s new Whisky Boutique in Haikou last month. Some of the new products on display will include the new Johnnie Walker Blue Label Cities of the Future limited edition, the incredible bottle designs from globally renowned artist Luke Halls. At this year’s expo (April 11-15), guests sampled the stories and flavours behind some of the world’s most luxurious spirits in a fully immersive and dynamic experience at the Diageo stand. Attendees could experience rare and limited edition whiskies including Johnnie Walker Blue Label and single malts including Talisker, Mortlach and The Singleton. This is the third year in a row that Hainan has hosted the prestigious event and the second year Diageo has exhibited at the event. It demonstrates the significance of this one-of-a-kind retail and tourist hub for travellers. Diageo is proud to be part of the offshore duty-free centre in Hainan, and the expo and the new boutique demonstrate this commitment. Johnnie Walker Blue Label and Johnnie Walker rare whiskies collection at the China International Expo in Hainan last week. This year Diageo China and Global Travel focused on Johnnie Walker Blue Label - the prestigious blended Scotch whisky crafted using rare, hand-selected Scotch whiskies, known for its remarkable depth of flavour. The recently launched Johnnie Walker Blue Label Cities of the Future limited edition series of designs explores themes of geoengineering, AI empowerment, and technologies which defy physics, bringing the worlds of scotch and luxury together with ultra-modern design and future thinking. The intricate illustrations reimagine a thriving and vibrant future in 2220 with transformed cityscapes and skylines. Commenting on the event Andrew Cowan, Managing Director, Diageo Global Travel, said: “China is such an important market for Diageo Global Travel, and our rare Scotch whisky. We have found a new home in Hainan and so we were hugely excited to return to the China International Consumer Products Expo this year again. Hainan is a standout shopping region with unique attributes in its offshore duty-free shopping. The expo is a fantastic opportunity for businesses, industry partners and consumers to come together to discover the best products and learn from one another. “It is the perfect moment for us to showcase the new Johnnie Walker Blue Label Cities of the Future limited edition design exclusively for consumers at the expo.” Atul Chhaparwal, Diageo Managing Director Greater China, adds: “China is one of Diageo’s top 3 strategic markets globally. The third Hainan Expo sends a positive signal on China's continuous opening-up and strengthens our confidence in the China market. We hope to leverage the Expo as an important showcase for Diageo's diverse and premium product portfolio, as well as our increasing investment in local innovation based on Chinese consumers’ demands. This is all part of our ‘In China, for China’ commitment.”
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