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Cathay Pacific to Hire 3,000 New Employees by 2026

3/15/2026

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  • Cathay Pacific Airways plans to hire 3,000 employees globally in 2026, focusing on pilots and flight attendants to support growth.
  • The airline launched its recruitment drive in Beijing to attract talent from mainland China, enhancing inbound tourism.
  • Currently, Cathay employs over 33,000 staff from more than 70 countries, including 4,000 from mainland China.
  • The company began recruiting in mainland China in 2023 and hired around 1,000 employees last year.
  • Patricia Hwang, director of people at Cathay Group, highlighted the mainland's significance as a talent source.