26-Aug-2016 12:08 PM
Air New Zealand group capacity to grow 4% to 6% in 2017
Air New Zealand released (25-Aug-2016) its capacity outlook for FY2017, with group capacity expected to grow 4% to 6%:
Domestic market:
- Competition: Expect similar competitive environment to 2016;
- Air New Zealand 2017 capacity expectations: +7% to 9%;
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- Continued upgauge for regional routes and increased frequency on select trunk routes;
- Additional Queenstown night flights.
Tasman & Pacific Islands:
- Competition: Expect competitive pressure to persist in 2017;
- Air New Zealand 2017 capacity expectations: +3% to 5%;
International long haul:
- Competition: Expect competitive pressure to increase in 2017;
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- Full year impact of direct competition on Auckland-Los Angeles;
- New services from Chinese and Middle Eastern carriers;
- Air New Zealand 2017 capacity expectations: +4% to 6%;
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- Annualisation of Houston and Buenos Aires routes;
- Increased Asian capacity during peak period;
- Commencement of Osaka seasonal service. [more - original PR]