way that easyJet was run. EasyJet is a London-based low cost airline and he, decided to further explore the mechanics and intricacies of the airline operations first hand. It has been his childhood dream to run an airline someday. So, after spending two days at easyJet headquarters in Luton airport, talking to staff and passengers and learning first hand how the airline operates, he had a vision and where he believed that a low cost airline would be accepted and can be operated successfully in the
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(Pic by: Satheesh Nair) | Even as Air India goes through a messy change in leadership, the airline’s financial position is becoming untenable — the financial losses for the year ending March 2009 are estimated at Rs 4,200 crore, according to top airline sources. The airline’s working capital limit is Rs 15,000 crore, of which Rs 14,600 crore has been exhausted and it will be seeking an increase in the limit from banks. The firm already has Rs 15,000 crore of long-term loans for its 21-odd new
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AirAsia : Indeed the Sky's the Limit! ASIAN JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT CASES, 7(1), 2010: 7–31 SAGE PUBLICATIONS LOS ANGELES/LONDON/NEW DELHI/SINGAPORE/WASHINGTON DC DOI: 10.1177/097282011000700103 Lead Article AIRASIA: INDEED THE SKY’S THE LIMIT! Rizal Ahmad This article details the development of AirAsia Malaysia from 2005 to 2008 and builds on a prior case, ‘AirAsia: The Sky’s the Limit’. Within only four years, AirAsia managed to expand its operations into another ten countries. In addition
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companies’ main objective is to offer low cost flights to everyone and increasing the number of people flying versus other modes of transport. Currently rated as the third largest domestic flight company within Australia and a top five international airline by capacity offering 3000 flights per week to 56 destinations in 17 countries with a fleet of 80 aeroplanes. In the New Zealand and Trans-Tasman region Jetstar has flown over 1.8 million passengers to date, 75 million passengers in total since the
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to improve the quality of their services and facilities. For example, airline companies would be able to install better televisions and more comfortable seats for their passengers. They can also provide more channels and entertainment and the increased in variety will cater to different tastes and preferences. More passengers will thus be attracted to taking these flights overseas due to the attractive new features the airline companies provide in their airplanes. This will allow the company to earn
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ASIAN JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT CASES, 7(1), 2010: 7–31 SAGE PUBLICATIONS LOS ANGELES/LONDON/NEW DELHI/SINGAPORE/WASHINGTON DC DOI: 10.1177/097282011000700103 Lead Article AIRASIA: INDEED THE SKY’S THE LIMIT! Rizal Ahmad This article details the development of AirAsia Malaysia from 2005 to 2008 and builds on a prior case, ‘AirAsia: The Sky’s the Limit’. Within only four years, AirAsia managed to expand its operations into another ten countries. In addition, through its associate company AsiaX
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Where there may be a million reasons to leave, but it is for one simple reason that the people have chosen to stay - Love. Like you, we are Singaporeans, born and bred in Singapore. Like you, we went through Singapore's education system, and we love this nation and our government. Like you, we are thankful to be in this great country, where we can accept those of different race and religion, where we can be open to make our democratic choice, where we can be of good position to help our friends
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consumer to prove otherwise. Q2: Based on the passage, the purpose of implementing the “Lemon Law” was to ensure that the retail laws in Singapore is brought on par with global standards. Also it is to protect the customer’s rights and ensure that both natives and tourists can buy high quality products with a peace of mind. Consequently, the good reputation of Singapore retail industry will build up gradually around the world. Q3: With the passing of the Lemon Law, certain practical problems will arise
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Advantage at The Port of Singapore Singapore has important natural resources include its large protected harbor, its location in major trade routes (Singapore is located where the ship traffic between Europe and South East Asia and the US West Coast and South East Asia must pass) , and the skills of its well-educated workforce. As shipping became containerized, a port required massive infrastucture development like berths, cranes, trucks, storage, and so on. In 1972 Singapore open its first container
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Asian countries, applies most to the Singaporean context and, often, one of the first few words that foreigners pick up in Singapore. It is not surprising that it has now been added to the oxford dictionary as an English word. In a recent survey conducted by advantage and British-based Barrett Values Centre, 2000 local residents were polled to see how they perceive the Singapore society today. ‘Kiasu’ was the top choice for the vast majority of the respondents in the survey. Originating from the
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