Flights doubled as airline deal given nod
The competition regulator has given the green light for a partnership between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, set to double flights over five years.
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Major change coming to Virgin, Qatar flights
A major change is on the horizon for Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways after a new partnership was green-lit by the consumer watchdog.
Virgin’s non-deal IPO roadshow launches on Monday
The first meetings with potential investors for an initial public offering of Virgin Australia begin early next week.
Bali flights cancelled after volcanic eruption
More than a dozen flights have been cancelled by Australian airlines after another volcanic event in Indonesia.
Virgin Australia CEO to meet investors ahead of IPO plans
The Australian carrier could be returning to the boards as a public company.
Jones ‘happy’ to take second prize at Virgin
The man the unions stopped from running Virgin has received a promotion under its new chief, with Paul Jones to step into the role of chief commercial officer.
New Virgin CEO living the dream
Dave Emerson’s promotion to Virgin Australia CEO is the realisation of a childhood dream born from long haul bus trips across the US.
Private equity gambles on an ‘anonymous’ CEO
The timing couldn’t be more inopportune. Brisbane-based Virgin Australia has named former consultant Dave Emerson as its chief executive just as Cyclone Alfred moves in to cause chaos.
The final piece falls into place for Virgin listing
Conditions are booming in aviation, but Virgin Australia is gambling it can still land its multi-billion dollar IPO later this year.
Virgin finally announces new CEO
Aussie airline’s new chief executive has emerged after a frontrunner was knocked out after union and government pressures.
Companies with highest, lowest gender pay gap revealed
Major companies including Qantas, Virgin Australia and the Macquarie Group have significant gender pay gaps, with 72 per cent of employers paying men more than women | SEARCH YOUR COMPANY
It’s sad but funny
It’s sad but funny that we have to be alerted to the presence of the Chinese navy in our waters by a passing Virgin Australia flight. The response? Build up the navy.
Qatar’s Virgin buy-in ignites airline turf war
A turf war is looming in the international travel space following approval of Qatar Airways’ investment in Virgin Australia, in an encouraging sign for travellers.
New CEO the next step after green light for Virgin-Qatar deal
Virgin Australia has the go-ahead from the government for its sale of a 25 per cent stake to Qatar Airways. Now all the company needs is to appoint a permanent CEO.
Qantas bets on big refresh ahead of looming Virgin-Qatar battle
Qantas has revealed how it plans to refresh a tired domestic fleet with just 28 new aircraft on order, as CEO Vanessa Hudson delivered another bumper profit.
‘Great day’: Virgin boss’ $3bn move
A major shake-up for international travellers and Virgin Australia has been greenlit by the Albanese government.
Biggest creditor: Sanjeev Gupta’s GFG owed $500m from Whyalla
The British industrial magnate said his company’s focus is on ‘supporting Whyalla while safeguarding our interests’ and is working closely with the collapsed steelworks’ administrators.
Why ADF missed China warship message
The Chief of the Defence Force has revealed why a Virgin Australia pilot found out about the Chinese live fire drills before the military.
Why ADF missed China warship message
The Chief of the Defence Force has revealed why a Virgin Australia pilot found out about the Chinese live fire drills before the military.
Bombshell details in Chinese warships saga
Details about how Chinese warships were conducting live fire drills off Australia’s east coast have been revealed.
Bombshell details in Chinese warships saga
Details about how Chinese warships were conducting live fire drills off Australia’s east coast have been revealed.
Has Virgin stolen the Qantas crown?
After playing second fiddle for so long, Virgin Australia has claimed two key victories over Qantas this week. So is the smaller airline now the bigger success story? HAVE YOUR SAY
Virgin wins ACCC nod for Qatar ties
The Brisbane-based airline’s plan to operate new flights with partner Qatar Airways has cleared a major hurdle, with a couple more to go.
Virgin overtakes Qantas as biggest domestic carrier
Rex’s demise has helped Virgin Australia overtake Qantas as the biggest carrier of domestic travellers, the ACCC says.
Green light for major airline shake-up
A huge shake-up to Australian air travel has cleared a major hurdle, as the competition watchdog says it will approve a deal between two key players.
Rivals help Virgin’s case for new flights
Virgin Australia has made an 11th-hour bid to convince the competition watchdog of the benefits of new Qatar Airways-operated flights to Doha.
Australia’s $25bn US plane orders may aid tariff dodge
Aircraft orders from Qantas, Virgin Australia and the RAAF could help Australia avoid Trump’s steel and aluminium tariffs.
Virgin’s preparations for pets on planes at full throttle
Virgin Australia will assign two rows on selected flights as ‘pet friendly’ as the airline prepares to trial pooches on planes.
Virgin’s owners resume CEO hunt
Virgin Australia’s owners will resume the search for a new CEO a year after it began, following the withdrawal of frontrunner Paul Jones.
Virgin rules out ex-Qantas exec Jones as next CEO
Virgin Australia has sensationally moved to end speculation about the airline’s next chief executive, declaring ex-Qantas executive Paul Jones is not in the running.
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