Airlines

AirAsia secures top low-cost airline honors at World Travel Awards

618
(Photo by Jasper Cedy Pascual)

AirAsia has won two major categories at the 2024 World Travel Awards Asia and Oceania ceremony, maintaining its position as a leading low-cost carrier in the region.

The airline was named Asia’s Leading Low-Cost Airline for the ninth consecutive year and Asia’s Leading Low-Cost Airline Cabin Crew for the eighth year in a row. The awards were determined by votes from consumers, industry professionals, and travel experts.

Bo Lingam, CEO of AirAsia Aviation Group Limited, attributed the success to the company’s focus on continuous improvement and innovation. “Having flown over 800 million guests since our inception, our continued success is built on a foundation of constant improvement and innovation,” Lingam said.

He noted that despite a sixfold expansion in flight operations since 2021, the airline has maintained a strong Net Promoter Score, indicating high customer satisfaction.

The company is also emphasizing sustainability in its operations. “AirAsia Group remains committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2025 through a range of initiatives,” Lingam stated. These efforts include a fuel efficiency program, investment in new aircraft with lower emissions, and reducing inflight waste.

World Travel Awards Founder and President Graham Cooke commended AirAsia’s performance, saying, “AirAsia continues to dominate the awards for exceptional low-cost service.”

The awards ceremony was held at the City of Dreams in Parañaque City, Philippines. AirAsia Philippines CEO Ricky Isla, who accepted the award on behalf of the group, emphasized the role of trust in the airline’s success. “Our winning story is one built on trust – trust in our vision, trust in our team, and most importantly, trust from our millions of guests,” Isla said.

The World Travel Awards, established in 1993, is considered one of the most prestigious awards programs in the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors.

Written by
Dirk Andrei Salcedo

Dirk is the founder and editor-in-chief of Aviation Updates Philippines (AUP), a platform dedicated to providing the latest news and insights on the aviation industry in the Philippines. With a strong passion for aviation and a background in computer engineering, he manages all aspects of AUP, from website development to content curation.

Leave a comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Newsletter

Featured Stories

Categories

Related Articles

Airlines

AirAsia Philippines opens new headquarters in Newport

AirAsia Philippines has relocated to its new headquarters "The Red Horizon" in...

Airlines

AirAsia signs for 50 Airbus A321XLRs, earmarks PH for network growth

AirAsia has signed an agreement with Airbus for 50 A321XLR aircraft with...

Airports

Mactan-Cebu Airport ranks as 7th most improved in the world by Skytrax

Mactan-Cebu International Airport has been recognized by Skytrax as the world's seventh...

Airlines

AirAsia strengthens ties with Leyte, launches Tacloban seat sale from ₱516

AirAsia renews partnership with the Leyte provincial government, offering affordable fares to...