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Qantas to increase domestic capacity in 2012/2013
The Qantas Group today announced it will increase capacity on domestic Qantas, Jetstar and QantasLink routes during 2012/13 to strengthen its network in the business and leisure markets. A range of changes, including aircraft upgrades and additional frequencies, will be made to provide greater choice and convenience for customers. – Qantas will add extra services […]
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Qantas Group strategy update
The Qantas Group will reduce capital expenditure in 2012/13 by a further $400 million in addition to the $500 million announced in February, as it pursues competitiveness in all business areas. Capital expenditure in 2012/13 will now total $1.9 billion compared with the $2.3 billion previously planned, consistent with the Group’s commitment to disciplined capital […]
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Qantas Group selects leap engines to power A320neo
The Qantas Group today announced that it has selected CFM International LEAP-1A engines to power its fleet of 78 A320neo aircraft. Qantas Group Chief Executive Alan Joyce said the LEAP engines built by CFM International, a joint partnership between GE and Snecma (Safran group), would power the highly fuel-efficient, next-generation A320neo. “The LEAP engines were […]
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Qantas Freight Enterprises expands Asia network
Qantas Freight Enterprises today announced its inaugural scheduled freighter service from Sydney to the Chinese manufacturing hub of Chongqing and then onto to Chicago will take flight on 20 April 2012. Qantas Freight Enterprises Executive Manager Lisa Brock said the new service to Chongqing demonstrates that the business is well positioned to grow its footprint […]
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Qantas announces feasibility study for sustainable aviation fuel
Qantas announced today that it will conduct a feasibility study into the potential for an Australian sustainable aviation fuel industry, backed by funding from the Australian Government.