Cathay Pacific retains third-best airline title, wins cabin crew and lounge awards
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Summary
Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways has been ranked the world's third-best airline for the second consecutive year, while also taking top awards for best cabin crew and first-class lounge in new industry rankings . Singapore Airlines reclaimed the top spot in the British-based Skytrax World Airline Awards, moving up from second place last year and swapping positions with Qatar Airways, which dropped to second .
Key Points
- Cathay Pacific ranked third in Skytrax World Airline Awards for second consecutive year, up from eighth in 2023 and fifth in 2024
- Won Skytrax awards for best cabin crew and best first-class lounge, following April reopening of The Wing, First lounge at Hong Kong International Airport
- Committed approximately HK$150 billion (US$19 billion) to fleet expansion, cabin upgrades, lounges, and digital innovation
- Reported 71 percent year-on-year rise in net profit to HK$6.24 billion for first half of 2026
- Also won AirlineRatings awards for World's Best Business Class and World's Best Airline-Branded Lounges
Why It Matters
Cathay Pacific's continued ascent in global rankings, paired with its massive HK$150 billion investment commitment, signals the airline's ambition to strengthen Hong Kong's position as a premier international aviation hub while delivering measurable financial returns .
Cathay Pacific's continued ascent in global rankings, paired with its massive HK$150 billion investment commitment, signals the airline's ambition to strengthen Hong Kong's position as a premier international aviation hub while delivering measurable financial returns .