Thai Airways International has undergone a significant shareholding restructure as part of a debt-to-equity conversion, altering the composition of its major shareholders. This move is a key element of Thai Airways’ broader restructuring plan aimed at improving its financial stability and positioning the airline for long-term recovery.
Thai AirAsia X has unveiled plans to launch direct flights between Bangkok Don Mueang Airport and Harbin starting December 24, 2024. The route will be operated using the Airbus A330-300, offering passengers a comfortable and efficient travel option to this key destination in China.
IndiGo (India) has announced the launch of daily direct flights between Kolkata and Phuket, set to commence on December 27, 2024. This new route reflects IndiGo’s commitment to enhancing international connectivity and catering to the growing demand for travel to popular destinations in Southeast Asia.
Thai Lion Air has taken delivery of a Boeing B737-900ER, identified by serial number 41712. The aircraft, acquired on lease and powered by CFM56-7B26E engines, enhances the airline’s capacity for medium-haul operations.
Thai Airways International is taking significant steps to simplify and modernize its fleet, focusing on operating three widebody aircraft types and a single narrowbody family in the medium term. This strategy reflects the airline’s efforts to enhance efficiency, reduce operational complexity, and align with its growth objectives.
Thai Airways International has announced plans to raise up to $1.27 billion through a share rights offering, marking a pivotal step in its efforts to exit court-supervised debt restructuring. This initiative will also enable the resumption of the trading of the airline’s stock on the Thai stock exchange.
Thai Airways International is on track to exit its rehabilitation plan by mid-February 2025, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s recovery journey. The carrier, which has made strides in improving its financial situation, is also expected to resume trading on the stock exchange by May 2025.
Bangkok Airways, a premier regional carrier based in Thailand, has announced plans to operate an Airbus A319 and an Airbus A320 under a wet lease agreement with Amelia, a French regional airline. Operations are set to commence from December 1, 2024, with both aircraft based at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Thai AirAsia X, a prominent low-cost long-haul carrier, has announced the launch of a new nonstop service between Bangkok Don Mueang (DMK) and Delhi (DEL). The service is set to commence on December 15, 2024, and will be operated using the airline’s Airbus A330-300 aircraft.
Bangkok Airways, a regional airline based in Thailand, is evaluating options to replace its aging fleet of 11 Airbus A319s and two A320s with either the Airbus A220 or the Embraer E2. A final decision is expected by the end of 2024, with aircraft deliveries anticipated to begin in 2026 at the earliest. This move reflects Bangkok Airways’ commitment to modernizing its fleet and enhancing operational…
