Cathay Group Reports 16 % Passenger Growth in April; Suspends Dubai and Riyadh Flights Until August

Cathay Pacific’s April figures show passenger numbers up 16.5 % and load factors above 88 %, but the carrier will keep its Dubai and Riyadh flights grounded until at least the end of August, redirecting capacity to Europe. The move benefits travellers to Manchester and Rome but forces Hong Kong-Gulf passengers onto connecting itineraries, prompting corporate travel teams to revisit airline contracts.