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Emirates Adds Fourth Daily Flight to Johannesburg
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is set to enhance its connectivity and travel options to Johannesburg by introducing a fourth daily flight on this popular route. This new service, commencing on 1 March 2025, will be operated by a three-class Boeing 777-300ER, adding 708 seats daily to and from South Africa’s busiest international airport. Enhanced Travel Options and Connectivity Adding the fourth daily flight underscores Emirates’ commitment to providing more choices and seamless connections for leisure and business travellers. This move follows the recent launch of a second daily A380 service between Dubai and Johannesburg on 1 September, highlighting South Africa’s strategic importance within the Emirates’ extensive global network. Flight Schedule: EK767: Departs Dubai at 00:10hrs, arrives in Johannesburg at 06:20hrs EK768: Departs Johannesburg at 10:15hrs, arrives in Dubai at 20:15hrs This new schedule introduces a morning departure from Johannesburg, offering greater flexibility for travellers. Supporting Growing Travel Demand Adnan Kazim, Emirates Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, emphasised this expansion’s significance: “South Africa has long been a highly popular destination for both leisure and business travellers connecting to and through Dubai. The fourth daily flight enables us to serve better the growing demand for travel to and from the market. We want to thank the South African authorities for their partnership and support in securing this new service.” Strengthening Regional and Global Connectivity The new flight will enhance connectivity across Emirates’ global network of over 140 destinations, optimising schedules for destinations such as Dubai, Thailand, India, and major European cities, including the UK, France, the Netherlands, and Germany. Additionally, passengers can reach 60 regional points in Africa through codeshare and interline agreements with key partners like South African Airways, Airlink, Cemair, and FlySafair. Boosting Cargo Capacity The fourth daily flight also increases cargo capacity, offering 300 tonnes of cargo space weekly. Emirates SkyCargo will transport key commodities such as fresh produce, chilled meat, dairy, seafood, and flowers, efficiently connecting South African businesses with global markets. A Long-Term Partner in South Africa Since its inaugural flight to Johannesburg in June 1995, Emirates has been a steadfast partner in South African aviation, tourism, and trade. The airline has served over 20 million passengers to and from the market, continually scaling operations and increasing frequencies. Emirates’ flagship A380 aircraft now operates two daily flights from Johannesburg, providing world-class products and services to South African travellers. Premium On-Ground Experience Emirates offers a premium travel experience with exclusive lounges in Johannesburg and Cape Town for First Class and Business Class passengers and select Skywards members. The airline’s Chauffeur-Driven Service ensures luxurious and comfortable transport for premium travellers across all three South African gateways. With this new addition, Emirates continues demonstrating its commitment to enhancing travel options and supporting economic growth in South Africa, reaffirming its role as a critical player in the global aviation industry.
Emirates adds fourth daily flight to Johannesburg, South Africa
Emirates Boeing 777-300ER photographed on August 17, 2015 from Wolfe Air Aviation's Lear 25B. Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is bringing even more choice, connectivity and premium travel options to Johannesburg, by adding a fourth daily flight on the in-demand route. This follows the recent announcement of the second daily A380 between Dubai and Johannesburg, which launched on 1 September, reaffirming the importance of South Africa on the airline’s extensive global network. The fourth daily service will begin on 1 March, 2025, and will be operated on a three-class Boeing 777-300ER, offering an additional 708 seats in and out of South Africa’s largest and busiest international airport every day, broadening options for leisure and business travellers alike. EK767 will depart Dubai at 00:10hrs, arriving in Johannesburg at 06:20hrs; the return flight, EK768, will depart Johannesburg at 10:15hrs arriving in Dubai at 20:15hrs, expanding the airline’s schedule to introduce a morning departure from Johannesburg. Adnan Kazim, Emirates Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer said: “South Africa has long been a highly popular destination for both leisure and business travellers connecting to and through Dubai, and the fourth daily flight enables us to better serve the growing demand for travel to and from the market. We’d like to extend our thanks to the South African authorities for their partnership and support in securing this new service, which reinstates the capacity we offered South Africa pre-pandemic, with 49 weekly flights, across three gateways. As we reflect on nearly three decades of operations to the market, we remain committed to driving inbound travel to South Africa, supporting the government as they aim make tourism the leading economic contributor and vehicle for transformation, as well as encouraging more inwards investment to the country.” The fourth daily flight further supports connectivity across Emirates’ global network of over 140 destinations, optimising schedules to key destinations including Dubai, Thailand and India as well as European hotspots such as UK, France, the Netherlands and Germany. Customers taking advantage of the expanded Emirates schedule to Johannesburg can reach a further 60 regional points in Africa via codeshare and interline agreements with four key partners. Emirates and South African Airways first established a codeshare arrangement back in 1997, and it remains one of the oldest partnerships in the airline's history, enabling frictionless, single-ticket travel to and from all three South African gateways, including 12 destinations via Johannesburg. Unlocking greater connectivity, Emirates' codeshare with Airlink opens up a further 44 regional cities, while its interline agreement with Cemair provides access to exclusive leisure points such as Margate and Plettenberg Bay. Similarly, the agreement with FlySafair enables travel to domestic points such as Port Elizabeth, East London and George. These partnerships provide greater connectivity for passengers across Africa to access Emirates' world-class product and service, while also enabling international travellers to seamlessly explore more of Africa. In addition to enhancing passenger travel, the new flight increases cargo capacity in and out of South Africa, offering 300 tonnes via the belly of the Boeing 777, weekly. Emirates SkyCargo, the airline’s freight division, uplifts key commodities, including fresh fruit and vegetables, chilled meat, dairy, seafood and fresh cut flowers, further stimulating the economy and connecting South African businesses with their global customers, quickly, reliably and efficiently. The new flight provides additional opportunities to move goods to key destinations, such as London, Madrid, Kuwait, Hong Kong and, of course, Dubai, via the airline’s multi-vertical specialized product portfolio. In the last 29 years, Emirates has established itself as a long-term partner of South African aviation, tourism and trade, since the inaugural flight to Johannesburg in June 1995. Since then, the airline has scaled operations, increased frequencies and gateways to Cape Town and Durban and served over 20 million passengers to and from the market. In October 2011, Emirates first deployed its flagship A380 to Johannesburg, bringing the airline's world-class products and services to South Africa, and now offers two daily flights from Johannesburg on the iconic double-decker aircraft. On-ground, Emirates delivers a premium and comfortable experience with two exclusive lounges, in Johannesburg and Cape Town, for customers travelling in First Class and Business Class, as well as Skywards members in select membership tiers. The airline also offers Chauffeur Drive Service for all three gateways, guaranteeing both a luxurious and comfortable transport experience for premium travellers.
Emirates expands flight schedules across Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban
Emirates Boeing 777-300ER photographed on August 17, 2015 from Wolfe Air Aviation's Lear 25B. Emirates will be bringing new travel opportunities, choice and convenience for customers traveling to and from South Africa with additional services to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. The ramp up of flights are part of the airline’s ongoing commitment to support South Africa’s economic and tourism recovery through enhanced connectivity across all of its gateways. The airline’s latest move also reaffirms South Africa’s strategic importance on its network, as it prioritises service expansion and rebuilding its capacity to unlock further growth potential. The airline will be expanding its schedule to and from Johannesburg with three daily flights from 1 March 2023. Cape Town will be served with double daily services starting from 1 February 2023. Emirates will also be adding two more flights to Durban, making it a daily operation from 1 December 2022. The reintroduction of the new flights between Dubai and the airline’s three gateways in South Africa will enhance Emirates’ schedule to 42 weekly services. Emirates’ flight EK 767 from Dubai to Johannesburg will operate with a Boeing 777 aircraft, complementing its double daily A380 operation. The flight will depart at 2325hrs, arriving at 0535hrs the next day to Johannesburg. The return flight will depart Johannesburg at 2220hrs and arrives in Dubai at 0820hrs the next morning. The third daily flight from Johannesburg will help meet high demand with more than 300 available seats each way, and will offer additional flexibility for South African travellers with a new evening departure* for easier connectivity to Europe, the Americas, West Asia and Far East via Dubai. Emirates’ second daily service to Cape Town will depart Dubai at 0910hrs, landing at 1645hrs. It will then depart Cape Town at 1325hrs, arriving in Dubai at 0110hrs the next day. With the double daily service to Cape Town, the airline will have restored its pre-pandemic schedule, supporting the city’s tourism industry right during peak season arrivals by providing convenient connectivity from key source markets such as Europe, the Middle East, West Asia and Australasia. As part of its longstanding commitment to support tourism recovery efforts in South Africa, Emirates and the South African Tourism Board signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) earlier this year to jointly promote tourism and boost visitor arrivals to South Africa across the airline’s network of over 130 passenger destinations. The additional services to all three gateways will also benefit customers with more connecting choices to an array of domestic and regional cities across Southern Africa via Emirates’ codeshare and interline partners including South African Airways, Airlink, FlySafair and Cemair. The unique connections and onward travel options are not offered by any other airline. Customers flying between Dubai and South Africa can look forward to an elevated experience across every cabin class, with thoughtfully designed menus and locally sourced beverages, signature amenities and exceptional hospitality delivered by the airline’s diverse, multinational crew. The airline continues to raise the bar on the premium experience for its South African customers with a local selection of South African wines including Ken Forrester, Porseleinberg, Klein Constantia, Waterkloof, Boekenhoutskloof, amongst others. In addition to this, customers can look forward to dining on authentic, proudly South African dishes and flavours with an array of local cheeses and Rooibos-inspired cuisine. In addition to providing much needed seat capacity in and out of South Africa, Emirates’ new flights to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban will collectively provide more cargo belly-hold capacity to further scale up import and export opportunities for local businesses, helping carry vital exports including seafood, fruits and vegetables, fresh and frozen meats, wine, pharmaceuticals, and gold – between the UAE, South Africa and beyond.
Qantas Resumes Flights To Johannesburg After A Lengthy Absence
Qantas will resume its operation in South Africa, with the flight landing to Johannesburg for the first time since early 2020 and the first “rescue flights” to bring Australians back home. On Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, a Boeing 787 takes over from the now-retired Boeing 747 in the airline’s new Sydney-Johannesburg service. The Dreamliner’s improved seats in business, premium economy, and economy, and a quieter and smoother flight that also decreases the impact of jet lag through features like a lower cabin altitude and higher humidity will make the 14-hour journey a significantly more enjoyable experience. Qantas CEO Alan Joyce hinted at the possibility of direct flights between Perth and Johannesburg, a route that was previously only served by South African Airways. South African Airways has only recently emerged from bankruptcy in September 2021 after being grounded for more than 18 months and could still merge with the struggling Kenya Airways to create what Kenya’s president described in his New Year’s address to the nation as a new “Pan-African airline with unmatched continental reach and global coverage. Most of the South African market favour Qantas as it offers direct flight between Johannesburg and Sydney, and convenient connections to other parts of Australia and New Zealand. It has long been a goal of Qantas’ to compete with SAA on the Perth-Johannesburg route, and the airline plans to begin seasonal service with an Airbus A330 in November and March of this year with four weekly direct flights. Due to an ongoing dispute with Perth Airport, Qantas announced in June 2018 that it had scrapped those plans. In particular, Qantas wanted to run its Perth flights from the international wing of its integrated Terminal 3-Terminal 4 hub, rather than the dedicated T1 international terminal used by other airlines. “There is no need for Qantas’ international passengers flying into Perth to be dragged between the domestic and international terminals as a result of this change,” Joyce said. In early 2021, Joyce told Reuters, “We’re really interested in South Africa (and) we think it’s a good growth opportunity for us”. “The Perth-Johannesburg service, which is on his company’s list of potential additional routes, will begin if a settlement with Perth Airport can be reached”, he added. Joyce went on to say that Qantas would continue to add additional pins to its international network map until 2022, but with a greater emphasis on leisure travel and the ‘visiting friends and relatives market, which is experiencing a post-pandemic surge after nearly two years of lockdown. “Right now, what we’re doing is identifying routes where we know there’s a large VFR travel base,” Joyce added. “India is a significant market for that, which is why we moved in… and we were right, there was a lot of demand.” “And with Rome and the large Italian community in Melbourne and Sydney, we believed the peak summer season would support the foundation of that service, and then we could tap into tourism on top of that.” “We have three new 787s arriving in July, which allows us to expand our international network,” Joyce said, adding that the Dreamliners “have great potential to fly routes that we hadn’t contemplated previously.” “So, keep an eye on this place,” Joyce teased, “because we have several additional overseas lines to announce in the coming months.”
Hyatt announces “Unscripted by Hyatt”
Person holding cellphone with logo of US hospitality company Hyatt Hotels Corporation on screen in front of webpage Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced Unscripted by Hyatt, the newest brand in its growing Essentials portfolio. Designed for travellers who value the essentials and prefer spontaneity over structure, Unscripted by Hyatt hotels will bring to life a flexible, collection-style approach where each property reflects its own identity and local flavour yet remains unmistakably Hyatt in quality and care. With over 40 hotels globally in active discussions to join the brand, the Unscripted by Hyatt brand offers independent properties and small portfolios a light-touch operating model and flexible brand standards—empowering owners to maintain their unique identity and positioning while benefiting from Hyatt’s global scale, including the award-winning World of Hyatt loyalty program, now more than 56 million members strong. “The Unscripted by Hyatt brand gives owners a flexible path to join the Hyatt system while still delivering the high-quality, dependable experience guests expect from Hyatt,” said Dan Hansen, Head of Americas Development, Hyatt. “By joining the growing World of Hyatt loyalty program, owners benefit from our powerful network where an innovative new brand like Unscripted by Hyatt widens our guest and customer reach and strengthens the value of the whole Hyatt system.” Hyatt’s focus on its Essentials portfolio is part of its insights-led evolution to deepen and enrich experiences for guests and owners within five distinct brand portfolios. As Hyatt scales its select service offerings within its Essentials portfolio, it is simultaneously expanding its Lifestyle and Luxury portfolios to grow in more markets, with more members, for more stay occasions. Hyatt’s Lifestyle portfolio grows room count by more than 11% as of the end of first quarter 2025 compared to the same period last year Hyatt’s Lifestyle portfolio continues to set the standard for immersive, design-driven hospitality. Known for bold design, vibrant dining, and unique cultural programming, the Lifestyle portfolio added more than 30 new properties and 3,500 rooms between the first quarter of 2024 and first quarter of 2025, including exciting openings and the acquisition of Standard International’s brands. The Standard, The StandardX and Bunkhouse Hotels are generating strong demand from guests, group customers, and owners alike as Hyatt increases its lifestyle offerings. Additionally, World of Hyatt members can now earn and redeem points at most The Standard and The StandardX hotels, including locations like New York, Ibiza, London, and Bangkok – bringing even more global lifestyle experiences into the program. The recent formation of Hyatt’s Lifestyle Group, led by Amar Lalvani, President & Creative Director, is focused on enhancing Hyatt’s leading position in the lifestyle segment. The Lifestyle portfolio has a number of exciting openings ahead, with Andaz Nagoya recently signed and coming at a to-be-announced date, as well as the following hotels set to open through 2026: Thompson Miami Beach (expected to open in Q3 2025) is located just steps from the beach and the famed Lincoln Road shopping scene. With 147 stylish rooms, Thompson Miami Beach will offer a chic interior and suites by internationally acclaimed designer Gulla Jónsdóttir. Thompson Shanghai Expo (expected to open in November 2025) will debut the Thompson brand in Asia Pacific and is inspired by Shanghai’s industrial legacy and cosmopolitan energy. This urban retreat will celebrate contemporary design, curated art, and innovative gastronomy – a true reflection of the city’s vibrant spirit. Andaz Lisbon (expected to open in Q4 2025), located in the Baixa district, will span five buildings – including the former Banco Português de Investimento – with 232 rooms, a rooftop, and bold design rooted in local culture. Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay (expected to open in early 2026) will mark the first Hyatt hotel on the islands of Turks & Caicos and the first Andaz hotel in the Caribbean. The 5.5+ acre resort will offer three restaurants and bars, a spa, kids club, an indoor fitness center and recreational water sports. Andaz Gold Coast (expected to open in 2026) will be the first Andaz hotel in Australia. Part of the world-class integrated development on Broadbeach Island, Queensland, the property will offer easy access to sandy beaches, rainforests, and a myriad of dining and entertainment options. The Standard, Lisbon (expected to open in 2026) will open in the former Santa Clara Palace with 197 rooms, rooftop views, dining venues, and 32 branded residences, blending heritage, design, and prime city location. Thompson Seville (expected to open in 2026) will debut in Spain’s fourth-largest city, channeling its vibrant creative energy. Its 101 rooms, rooftop pool, dining, and co-working spaces will be set within a culturally rich location. Andaz Shanghai ITC (expected to open in Q1 2026) will be situated in Xujiahui in Central Shanghai, offering global travelers inspiring and unique experiences in the vibrant city of Shanghai through the brand’s distinct expressions of local culture and focus on elevated sensory experiences. The Standard, Mexico City (expected to open in 2026) is anticipated to open in time for one of soccer’s biggest events, and will be set in Tabacalera, a historic neighborhood undergoing significant transformation due to its distinct art, culture and gastronomy. Luxury offerings continue strong momentum driven by demand for experiences and branded residences Hyatt’s growing Luxury portfolio invites guests to experience a curated assortment of brands that span cultural immersion, transformational wellbeing, residential modern elegance, and more. With brands like Park Hyatt which combines sophistication with understated luxury, the culturally rich and environmentally conscious Alila, and the compilation of independent, one-of-a-kind luxury hotels in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, Hyatt’s Luxury portfolio continues to see strong, sustained demand from guests and owners alike. At the end of the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, the number of rooms in the Luxury portfolio has grown by more than 5%. This momentum continues with upcoming and exciting planned openings for the portfolio through 2026 including: Park Hyatt Los Cabos at Cabo del Sol Hotel & Residences (expected to open in summer 2025) will introduce the Park Hyatt brand to Mexico with a 59,000-square-foot wellness complex and 163 guestrooms and suites across two miles of coastline in the exclusive Cabo del Sol enclave. Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur (expected to open in August 2025) will occupy the top floors of Merdeka 118, the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific, and be the first Park Hyatt property in Malaysia, overlooking Stadium Merdeka, Malaysia’s national treasure and a UNESCO heritage site. Alila Mayakoba (expected to resume operations in 2025 after rebranding from Andaz Mayakoba) will mark the debut of the Alila brand in Latin America and the Caribbean, offering a wellbeing sanctuary with a collection of 118 guestrooms and 64 suites and Spa Alila offering holistic wellness experiences deeply connected to local culture and sustainability. Park Hyatt Johannesburg (expected to open in Q3 2025) will offer 31 rooms of pure understated luxury, serving as a refined retreat in the vibrant Rosebank district – a cultural and commercial hub in the heart of the city. Miraval The Red Sea (expected to open in Q4 2025), the Miraval brand’s first resort outside the U.S. and designed around immersive, personalized wellness programming, will open on Shura Island with 180 rooms and suites. The Barai (part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt) (expected to open in July 2026) will debut The Unbound Collection by Hyatt in Thailand. Set in the coastal city of Hua Hin, the resort will embody elevated wellness experiences where architecture meets the elements of nature, wind, water, fire and earth, inspired by Khmer spiritual design. Park Hyatt Mexico City Hotel & Residences (expected to open in 2026) will feature 155 guestrooms and will be located on the upscale Campos Elíseos Street overlooking Mexico City’s iconic Chapultepec Park. Park Hyatt Cancun (expected to open in 2026) will offer beachfront access, immersive and rare culinary, bar and lounge experiences, and world-renowned architecture and design. As an extension of Hyatt’s luxury growth, Hyatt is also seeing increasing demand for its branded residences – one of the fastest growing segments of luxury real estate globally. Hyatt’s growing branded residential portfolio includes brands like Park Hyatt, Thompson Hotels, Andaz, The Standard, Miraval, and more. “Born from Hyatt’s luxury expertise, Hyatt’s branded residential portfolio offers extraordinary living experiences with Hyatt’s globally renowned brands in the world’s most desirable destinations,” said Tina Necrason, Global Head of Branded Residential, Hyatt. “Each residence reflects the brand’s unique identity – reimagined for private ownership where hotel-inspired living meets every-day needs and desires.”
Air India expands codeshare with Air Mauritius
Air India and Air Mauritius, the national carrier of Mauritius, have expanded their existing codeshare partnership to offer travelers improved connectivity across the Indian Subcontinent and the African region. The two airlines signed the expanded codeshare agreement on the sidelines of the 81st IATA AGM in New Delhi, in the presence of Campbell Wilson, CEO & Managing Director, Air India, and Kishore Beegoo, Chairman, Air Mauritius. As part of the strengthened bilateral codeshare agreement, Air India and Air Mauritius will place their designator codes on a total of 17 routes between India, Mauritius, Réunion, South Africa, and Madagascar. With the enhanced codeshare partnership, Air India will place its ‘AI’ designator code on Air Mauritius flights to and from Cape Town and Johannesburg in South Africa, and Antananarivo in Madagascar, for Air India guests to seamlessly travel to these cities via Mauritius on a single ticket and baggage checked through to their final destination. Air India already codeshares on Air Mauritius flights between Mauritius and Mumbai, Delhi, and Réunion. Air Mauritius currently places its ‘MK’ designator code on Air India flights between Mumbai and Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Goa, Delhi and Bengaluru, Chennai. As part of the enhanced codeshare, Air Mauritius will place its ‘MK’ designator code on Air India flights between Mauritius and Mumbai. Thus, all flights operated by Air India and Air Mauritius between the two countries will have each other’s designator codes, thereby multiplying flight options for customers of either carrier. Campbell Wilson, CEO & Managing Director, Air India, said: “India is one of the largest tourism source markets for destinations in Southern Africa, including Mauritius and South Africa, as well as a strong trade partner to the region. This expanded codeshare partnership with Air Mauritius is another step toward widening our extended global network, which enables our customers to easily access these destinations. “Air Mauritius is pleased to expand its collaboration with Air India, offering our passengers connections to numerous destinations across India via Mumbai, Delhi, and Chennai. Travellers from India to Mauritius will not only experience the warmth of our multi-cultural society and the richness of our diverse local cuisine, but also enjoy the convenience of connecting to Reunion, South Africa, and Madagascar beyond with Air Mauritius," says Kishore Beegoo, Chairman of Air Mauritius. The additional codeshare flights are available for booking from 01 July 2025 through Air India’s and Air Mauritius’ respective booking channels and through travel agents.
SIA Group reports record net profits in its 2024 annual report
Singapore Airlines’ parent company SIA Group released its full-year financials for 2024 today, 15th May. SIA Group reported a record $2.8 billion net profit, boosted by the one-off non-cash accounting gain of $1.1 billion from the Air India-Vistara merger. The aviation firm also reported an operating profit of $1.7 billion on lower yields from heightened competition, partially mitigated by record passenger carriage. As such, the SIA Group remains in a strong position to navigate global trade and macroeconomic uncertainties due to its robust foundations and long-term strategic investments. Group revenue report for 2024 Passenger revenues Group revenue climbed $527 million from a year before to a record $19,540 million, driven by resilient demand for air travel and cargo uplift in FY2024/25. SIA and Scoot carried a record 39.4 million passengers, up 8.1 percent, though group passenger load factor (PLF) fell 1.4 percentage points to 86.6 percent, as passenger traffic growth of 6.4 percent lagged capacity expansion of 8.2 percent. Passenger yields dipped 5.5 percent to 10.3 cents per revenue passenger-kilometre amidst intensified competition due to industry-wide capacity injection. For the year, passenger flown revenue came in at $15,849 million, up by one percent from last year. Cargo revenues Revenues earned from cargo improved by $94 million, buoyed by the strong demand for e-commerce and perishables, as well as the spillover from disruptions to sea freight. While the cargo load factor (CLF) rose 1.6 percentage points to 56.1 percent, yields decreased 7.8 percent due to increased competition. Higher spending in 2024 Meanwhile, group expenditure rose $1,546 million to $17,831 million, with non-fuel expenditure up $1,236 million, driven by the 8.9 percent overall capacity growth and cost escalation pressures. This was partially mitigated by the Group’s cost management measures, including digitalisation and productivity improvement initiatives. Net fuel cost increased by $309 million as the impact of the increase in volume uplifted and smaller fuel hedging gains was partially offset by an 8.5% reduction in fuel prices and favourable exchange rate impact. As a result, the Group recorded a lower operating profit of $1,709 million for FY2024/25, down $1,019 million from the prior year. Nevertheless, the Group’s net profit improved $103 million to a record $2,778 million, due to a $1,098 million non-cash accounting gain following the completion of the Air India-Vistara merger in November 2024. Fleet and network expansion and development As of 31st March of this year, the Group operating fleet comprised 205 aircraft with an average age of seven years and eight months. SIA operated 145 passenger aircraft and seven freighters, while Scoot had 53 passenger aircraft. Just last month, the Group added one Airbus A321neo and one Boeing 787-8 to its fleet, and, as of 1st May, the Group had 78 aircraft on order. The Group’s passenger network covered 128 destinations in 36 countries and territories as of 31 March 2025. SIA served 79 destinations while Scoot operated 71 destinations. The Group’s cargo network comprised 132 destinations in 37 countries and territories. For the Northern Summer 2025 operating season (30 March to 25 October), SIA will increase services to Brisbane, Colombo, Jakarta, Johannesburg, London (Gatwick), Manila, and Seattle. Scoot launched services to Iloilo City in April 2025 and will begin operations to Vienna in June 2025. Corporate initiatives The Group remains committed to building strategic partnerships that enhance its network connectivity and unlock growth opportunities. All Nippon Airways (ANA) and SIA will commence revenue-sharing flights between Japan and Singapore from September 2025, with the joint fare products for these services going on sale in May 2025. This deepened commercial collaboration enables ANA and SIA to offer customers additional value beyond the existing codeshare partnerships, providing a greater variety of fare options and enhanced flight schedules, which will further strengthen connectivity for both passenger travel and air freight between Japan and Singapore. To bolster its premium positioning and elevate the end-to-end customer journey, SIA announced a $1.1 billion investment in November 2024 to install all-new long-haul cabin products across its Airbus A350-900 long-haul and ultra-long-range (ULR) fleet, redefining the premium travel experience across its network. This includes the introduction of its new First Class cabin in seven A350-900ULR aircraft, setting new industry benchmarks for travel on the world’s longest routes. Last month, SIA announced a $45 million transformation of its SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2. The revamped lounges will feature 50% more space and seating capacity, upgraded facilities, signature elements from SIA’s flagship lounges at Changi Airport Terminal 3, and a wider variety of food and beverage options. At the same time, the Group continues to invest in its digital capabilities, including Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), giving it an edge in the competitive aviation landscape. SIA and Salesforce are collaborating on AI-powered customer service applications to enable the Airline to deliver more consistent and personalised service to its customers. Both companies also plan to co-develop AI solutions for airlines to provide greater value and additional benefits to the industry. In addition, SIA is working with OpenAI to develop and implement advanced GenAI solutions to enhance the Airline’s customer experience and operational efficiency.
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