Jetstar Asia's New CEO Is Qantas Veteran John Simeone
Key Points
- John Simeone, a Qantas veteran with over 30 years of experience, has been appointed as the new CEO of Jetstar Asia.
- Jetstar Asia recently launched a new route from Singapore to Wuxi, China, and expanded flights to other popular Asian destinations.
- Outgoing CEO Barathan Pasupathi emphasized the importance of the Chinese market for Jetstar's growth strategy.
Summary
Jetstar Asia has appointed John Simeone, a seasoned aviation professional from Qantas, as its new CEO. Under Simeone's leadership, the airline aims to enhance its capacity and connectivity, with a focus on expanding routes from Changi Airport. Recently, Jetstar Asia launched a new route to Wuxi, China, and increased flights to popular destinations in response to market demand, highlighting the significance of the Chinese market in its growth plans.
Jetstar Asia, the low-cost carrier based in Singapore, has appointed John Simeone as its new CEO. Barathan Pasupathi, the outgoing CEO who led the airline for 12 years, will step down from his role on March 1 to “pursue other opportunities.”
Simeone, currently serving as the senior vice president for Asia at the parent company Qantas, brings over 30 years of aviation experience to his new role. Jetstar Asia Chairman Dennis Choo acknowledged Simeone's extensive knowledge of the Singapore and Asian aviation markets.
Commenting on his appointment, Simeone stated, "My focus will be to continue the exciting journey we’ve started, building capacity and connectivity out of Changi Airport so we can keep offering great low fares to amazing destinations across the region."
Last month, Jetstar Asia announced the launch of flights from Singapore to Wuxi in China’s Jiangsu province, establishing itself as the sole airline operating this route from Singapore.
Barathan Pasupathi had previously emphasized the significance of the Chinese market for Jetstar, with the airline also expanding its presence by introducing flights to Haikou early last year.
In addition to the focus on China, Jetstar Asia witnessed the reintroduction of popular destinations in Japan and responded to growing demand by increasing weekly flights to popular hubs such as Bangkok, Bali, and Phuket.
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