Australia's Qantas Airways to cut 850 jobs
Qantas Airways, Australia's largest airline, announced on Tuesday that it will cut 850 jobs. The move comes as the company aims to streamline operations by relocating some corporate functions to India and accelerating the implementation of artificial intelligence. Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson expressed understanding for the impact on employees, stating that the decision is not a reflection of their dedication.
The layoffs are scheduled to commence in the middle of 2027. Hudson emphasized that artificial intelligence will revolutionize the airline industry globally, noting that the pace of change is unprecedented. Qantas is also set to undertake the most extensive fleet renewal in its history, with 17 new aircraft added in the previous financial year and up to 31 more expected in the coming year.
The airline plans to retire its double-decker A380 fleet starting in 2028 as part of these investments.
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