Cathay Pacific Airways Limited is the flag carrier of Hong Kong and a principal company of the Cathay Group. Founded in 1946, the airline is headquartered at Hong Kong International Airport, which serves as its primary hub. Cathay Pacific operates scheduled passenger and cargo services connecting Hong Kong with destinations across Asia, Europe, North America, Australia, the Middle East and other regions.
The company provides air transportation for leisure and business travelers, along with freight and logistics services through its cargo operations. Its passenger business includes multiple travel classes and the Cathay loyalty program, while its cargo business transports a wide range of commercial goods. The group also has interests in related aviation businesses, including aircraft engineering, catering and airport services.
Cathay Pacific is part of the wider Cathay Group, which includes regional airline HK Express and other aviation-related operations. HK Express focuses on low-cost travel from Hong Kong to destinations primarily across Asia, complementing Cathay Pacific’s full-service network.
Patrick Healy serves as chairman of Cathay Pacific, and Ronald Lam has served as chief executive officer since January 2023. The company continues to position Hong Kong as a major international aviation hub and as the center of its global passenger and cargo network.
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