cathay pacific
Cathay Pacific Airways is an international airline registered and based in Hong Kong. Its vision is to make Cathay Pacific the most admired airline in the world. • Ensuring safety comes first • Providing Service Straight From the Heart • Encouraging product leadership • Delivering superior financial returns • Providing rewarding career opportunities Cathay pacific is one of the most well known airline company in the world. Cathay Pacific is one of only six airlines worldwide to carry a five-star rating from Skytrax. Cathay was also named "Airline of the Year" in 2003 and 2005 by Skytrax and in 2006 by Air Transport World and OAG. Cathay Pacific is accredited by the IATA with the IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) for safety practices. It is also a member of the oneworld alliance. The Company was founded in 1946 and it continues to make substantial investments to develop Hong Kong's aviation industry and enhance Hong Kong's position as a regional transportation hub. In addition to fleet of aircraft, these investments include catering, aircraft maintenance and ground handling companies, as well as its corporate headquarters at Hong Kong International Airport. Cathay Pacific and its subsidiaries and associates employ 21,000 staff in Hong Kong.