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Qantas Airways Embarks on a New Journey with Asia Pacific Airlines Association Membership
Monday, January 20, 2025
The Asia Pacific Airlines Association (AAPA) revealed today that Qantas Airways Limited has become a member, effective immediately.
“We are very pleased and honoured to welcome Qantas Airways as a member of AAPA. Qantas, a leading Australian airline with a long heritage, would not only strengthen the Association’s voice in international aviation policy discussions, but also reinforce effective regional collaboration on key aviation tenets, namely safety, sustainability, and seamless air travel,” said Mr. Subhas Menon, Director General of AAPA.
Mr. Cam Wallace, Chief Executive Officer of International and Freight, Qantas, said, “Qantas looks forward to working with members of AAPA as the industry embraces opportunities to meet the evolving needs of customers in a dynamic market, while at the same time confronting challenges such as climate change and supply chain disruptions. There are many areas airlines can share best practices and experiences to benefit the travelling public”.
Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA)
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines serves as the principal trade organization for international airlines headquartered in the Asia-Pacific region. With its permanent secretariat based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the association also maintains international representation in Brussels and Washington, D.C. Collectively, member airlines account for over one-third of global passenger and cargo traffic, solidifying their pivotal role in shaping the future of the global aviation industry.
Qantas Airways Limited
Established in 1920 in Queensland, Qantas Airways is recognized as the world’s longest-operating airline still in service. Over the years, the Qantas Group has expanded into a multifaceted global aviation enterprise, boasting a fleet of over 300 aircraft.
Annually, Qantas transports approximately 50 million passengers. Through its partnerships with codeshare airlines and the oneworld alliance, it provides access to over 1,000 destinations worldwide. Renowned for its unwavering commitment to safety, community engagement, and environmental responsibility, the Qantas Group strives to minimize its ecological footprint by focusing on reducing emissions and waste while upholding its core values of integrity and excellence.
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