Virgin Australia is set to re-list on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) after a four-year hiatus, pricing its initial public offering (IPO) at $2.90 per share. This marks a significant step in its recovery from a 2020 collapse, following restructuring …
Virgin Australia faced significant travel disruptions over the Easter weekend when flight VA162 from Queenstown to Sydney was unexpectedly canceled, leaving around 100 passengers stranded without accommodation. The cancellation was due to engineering issues and crew duty hour regulations. Stranded …
Virgin Australia has announced it overcharged 61,000 customers who made flight changes from April 2020 to March 2025 due to itinerary errors. The airline will issue refunds, averaging AUD 55 (approx. $60) per affected customer, with total liabilities potentially reaching …
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has authorized a significant alliance between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, enhancing air travel connectivity between Australia and the Middle East. This five-year partnership will introduce 28 new weekly return flights from major …
Sydney Airport has appointed Airport Coordination Limited (ACL) as its new slot management provider, effective April 1, 2025, marking the first change in its slot coordination history. This decision follows a competitive selection process initiated by Australia’s Minister for Infrastructure. …
Virgin Australia has appointed Dave Emerson as its new CEO, effective March 14, 2025, succeeding Jayne Hrdlicka, who will assist in the transition before her retirement. Emerson, who joined the airline in 2021, expressed gratitude for the opportunity and emphasized …
Qatar Airways has secured approval to acquire a 25% stake in Virgin Australia, marking a pivotal moment for both airlines. The Australian Government’s Foreign Investment Review Board approved the investment, following a recommendation from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. …
Virgin Australia has overtaken Qantas as Australia’s leading domestic airline, capturing 35% of the passenger market in 2024, compared to Qantas’s 34.6%. This marks the first time Qantas has lost its top position since 2022. Key factors in Virgin’s growth …
Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways are seeking approval from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for a significant alliance that could transform international travel between Australia and the Middle East. The partnership aims to introduce 28 new weekly return …
Virgin Australia has overtaken Qantas Airways as the leading airline in Australia, capturing a 35% share of the domestic market by the end of 2024, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). This marks a significant shift in …
