HONG KONG- Cathay Pacific Airways (CX) will distribute at least one month’s salary as bonuses to its employees, reflecting the airline’s robust financial performance in 2024.
Group CEO Ronald Lam Siu-por announced the compensation in a Thursday morning (January 23, 2025) letter to staff, highlighting the company’s successful post-pandemic recovery and strategic financial positioning.
Photo: Cathay PacificCathay Pacific Employee Bonus
The bonus, representing a minimum of four weeks of eligible pay, underscores Cathay’s significant financial turnaround. The airline has successfully restored its operations to full pre-COVID flight levels this month, marking a critical milestone in its recovery trajectory.
Lam emphasized the company’s consecutive years of strong financial results, which have enabled substantial future investments.
Photo: Cathay PacificThe airline is committed to allocating more than HK$100 billion (approximately US$12.8 billion) toward enhancing customer experiences and sustaining its operational growth.
This bonus announcement signals Cathay Pacific’s confidence in its financial stability and dedication to employee recognition.
The compensation package serves as a tangible acknowledgment of the workforce’s resilience during the challenging pandemic period and their contributions to the airline’s remarkable resurgence.
Photo: DeltaDelta’s 5 Week Bonus
Delta Air Lines (DL) revealed a substantial $1.4 billion profit-sharing distribution to its employees on January 10, 2025, signaling a momentous financial achievement in the company’s centennial year.
The comprehensive profit-sharing initiative, scheduled for February 14, 2024, will provide eligible employees with approximately 10% of their qualifying earnings, equivalent to roughly five weeks of additional compensation.
CEO Ed Bastian highlighted the exceptional performance of Delta’s workforce, crediting employees as instrumental in generating one of the company’s most significant profit-sharing distributions. The airline’s profit-sharing program represents a fundamental aspect of its corporate philosophy, emphasizing industry-leading compensation for superior performance.
Over the past decade, Delta has distributed more than $10 billion in profit-sharing payments, establishing itself as the industry leader in employee financial recognition. The comprehensive compensation strategy extends beyond the headline profit-sharing figure, encompassing a holistic approach to employee financial well-being.
Delta’s employee benefits package includes competitive base salaries with annual increases and a monthly Shared Rewards program linked to operational achievements.
The company further demonstrates its commitment to employee financial security by offering complimentary financial advisory services and providing opportunities for employees to earn $1,000 in emergency savings funds.
Additionally, substantial 401(k) retirement plan contributions underscore Delta’s comprehensive approach to long-term employee financial planning.
Photo: EmiratesEmirates 20-Weeks Bonus
Last year, Emirates Group, encompassing the airline and ground-handling unit dnata, distributed a significant 20-week bonus to eligible employees following its record-breaking financial year ending March 31, 2024.
The bonus, included in May’s payroll, marks the company’s second consecutive year of exceptional financial achievement after recovering from the global pandemic-induced air travel slowdown.
The UAE-based carrier reported a remarkable profit of Dh18.7 billion, representing a substantial 71 percent year-on-year increase. Group revenue surged by 15 percent to a record Dh137.3 billion, driven by strong customer demand across its business segments.
Emirates Group’s workforce expanded by 10 percent annually, reaching a record 112,406 employees. The company continues to recruit thousands of professionals worldwide, including cabin crew, pilots, engineers, customer service agents, and IT specialists, to support operational expansion and future growth strategies.
This bonus announcement follows last year’s substantial compensation, where over 50,000 employees received 24 weeks of pay in their May 2023 salaries. The consistent financial performance and employee compensation strategy underscore Emirates Group’s commitment to rewarding its workforce and maintaining competitive market positioning.
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