Qantas sues former pilot for alleged industrial espionage
Qantas has alleged that one of its top pilots stole confidential documents about its commercial strategy before he quit to join rival Virgin Australia.
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Virgin pushes for quick decision on extra Qatar flights
Virgin Australia has asked the competition watchdog to fast-track its decision on a deeper relationship with Qatar Airways, so more flights to Doha can get underway from June.
ASX poised for more IPOs as conditions turn
Market watchers say interest rate cuts and improving economic conditions will make IPOs more attractive for companies, as one Aussie wool group prepares to list to fuel ambitious growth plans.
Airline’s huge changes for customers
Under the changes, which will be introduced over the next 12 months, two exclusive new tiers will be added.
Virgin Australia’s frequent flyer Velocity gets overhaul
Virgin Australia’s rewards program is adding two new tiers and making changes to the way points and status credits are earned by members.
Pilots’ union says Qatar-Virgin deal a ‘sham’ that will cost jobs
The Australian and International Pilots Association, representing Qantas aircrew, says Qatar is exploiting a loophole and won’t pay any tax here nor be subjected to Australian industrial law.
Virgin Australia’s earnings lift 18pc despite tough conditions
Virgin Australia’s second consecutive year in the black has so delighted the airline that each employee is to receive 54,000 Velocity points and a $1000 travel voucher as a thank you.
Has Qantas met its match with rival Qatar Airways?
As Qatar Airways prepares to buy into Virgin Australia, Qantas faces the prospect of one of its fiercest-ever battles – so is the flying kangaroo up to the challenge?
Project Doubles won, Hrdlicka turns focus to tennis
Jayne Hrdlicka remains the Virgin Australia boss but the clock is now ticking on how long she will stay in the role.
Has Qatar given Virgin’s Jayne Hrdlicka a second wind?
The Virgin boss is meant to be on the way out, but her landmark Qatar deal changes the equation with the airline’s private equity owners.
How a simple favour brought Virgin and Qatar together
In need of a favour when the pandemic erupted, Jayne Hrdlicka reached out to Qatar Airways, laying the foundation for what should prove to be a very lucrative relationship.
Qatar deal for Virgin is all about Bain Capital’s bottom line
The spin sold to media outlets has been that the Qatar-Virgin Australia deal is all about national competition when in reality the main effect is a big boost to Bain Capital’s bank balance.
Hunger games: Qantas revamps menu as competition heats up
Faced with tougher competition from a cashed-up Virgin Australia, Qantas is looking to lift its game on the food front with a shake-up of what’s on offer on domestic flights.
Rex link still on the cards: Hrdlicka
Virgin Australia has pledged to do whatever it can to ensure Rex’s regional flights continue — except for taking over the operation.
What Qatar Airways paid for Virgin Australia stake
Virgin Australia may have shouted from the rooftops about its tie-up with Qatar Airways, but it didn’t mention the price.
Qatar deal to deliver value, says Virgin
Virgin Australia is promising better value and more options for travellers when Qatar Airways takes a 25 per cent stake in the airline.
Qantas buckles in for a fresh fight
Qantas has posted record annual profits but now it faces a scrap from its main competitor, Virgin Australia, thanks to the might of Qatar Airways.
Major announcement for Virgin Australia
One of the major global airlines is making a splash in the beleaguered Australian market, in what would be a major expansion for the Aussie airline.
Dogfight over Virgin Australia-Qatar deal
Virgin Australia has confirmed its plan to sell a 25 per cent stake to Qatar Airways, ahead of an anticipated return to public ownership.
When can you take your pet on the plane with you?
Virgin Australia says it will become the first airline here to allow small dogs on planes next year but detail are scant. Here are your other options.
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