Qantas Shuts Down Jetstar Asia Amid Rising Costs and Competition
Qantas is closing Jetstar Asia to cut costs and invest $500 million in fleet renewal, offering refunds and support to affected passengers and employees.
Overview
- Qantas is shutting down its budget airline Jetstar Asia due to rising supplier costs and increased competition in the region.
- The closure aims to free up $500 million for fleet renewal investments.
- Passengers with existing bookings on cancelled flights will receive full refunds or alternative travel options.
- Qantas will provide redundancy benefits and support to all employees impacted by the closure.
- The decision reflects Qantas's strategy to streamline operations in a challenging market environment.
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Articles (3)
CNN·4d·"…The low-cost unit has faced intensifying competition from Southeast Asian budget carriers, including Capital A’s AirAsia and Singapore Airlines’ Scoot."
BBC News·4d·"…The shutdown of Jetstar Asia will not impact the operations of Australia-based Jetstar Airways, nor those of Jetstar Japan, according to a statement from Qantas."
Epoch Times·4d·"…Qantas has confirmed it will shut down its Singapore-based low-cost carrier Jetstar Asia by July 31, citing unsustainable operating costs and ongoing financial losses."