Virgin Australia

We are pleased to share further Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) news. Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways have agreed to work together with Renewable Developments Australia to (RDA) to become key partners on a project that will set out to deliver a homegrown SAF production facility in the Charters Towers Region of North Queensland. The project aims to establish a fully-integrated Ethanol to Jet (EtJ) facility that converts bioethanol derived from sugarcane grown onsite into 100% SAF while also generating all of the project’s energy requirements from renewable sources. This latest milestone in our SAF journey aligns closely a key priority of our Memorandum of Understanding with Qatar Airways, which at its core focuses on advancing SAF and Low Carbon Aviation Fuels in Australia. We are excited about the potential of this project and look forward to working with the broader aviation ecosystem to try to bring it to life. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g7rfKp3a Pictured: RDA’s trial farm in Pentland (Charters Towers Region, North Queensland). #VirginAustralia #Sustainability #SustainableAviationFuel #SAF

Take a look inside the new Embraer E190–E2 jets which are set to join our Virgin Australia Regional Airlines (VARA) business based in Western Australia later this year. In a first for the WA charter market, the E2 will include a Business Class product, as well as Economy and Economy X seating options – giving VARA the flexibility to use the aircraft for both charter and commercial operations. With assembly of the first aircraft ‘Coral Bay’ now underway – and four of the eight new jets set to be delivered within 12 months – we are also commencing Pilot, Cabin Crew and maintenance training in preparation for the first aircraft’s arrival. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gJREEiVP #VirginAustralia #VARA #Embraer

Today we announced a partnership with Viva Energy Australia to source Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for flights departing from Proserpine in Queensland from March to July this year. SAF is well-recognised as critical to the aviation sector’s long-term net zero by 2050 ambitions. The SAF sourced by Viva Energy will consist of Jet A1 and a 30-40% synthetic blend component made from waste and residue feedstocks. While there is much more to do to advance SAF production and use in Australia, including the economics that would support more widespread use, this collaboration marks a step forward in our sustainability strategy which recognises the long-term importance of alternative fuels to reduce carbon emissions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g8F3RFaV #VirginAustralia #Sustainability #SAF

Yesterday we launched our inaugural Future Aviators program. As part of the day, we took students from six schools on a behind the scenes tour of our aircraft maintenance hangar, the SIM centre where our pilots train, and to the nerve centre of our business – the Integrated Operations Centre. The program forms part of our commitment to showcase the breadth of #aviation roles available within the industry, including some of the lesser-known technical roles that are a key part of any airline’s operation. ? A big thanks to Aerospace Gateway to Industry Schools Program and the students and teachers from Aviation High School, Indooroopilly State High School, Bundamba State Secondary College, Benowa State High School, Miami State High School, Marsden State High School and who made it such a wonderful day. ? Read more about the program: https://lnkd.in/gHSz36BC ? #VirginAustralia?#Aviationcareers #IWD2025 #FutureAviators

Today, we hosted more than 60 young girls and their teachers from schools across South East Queensland for our inaugural Future Aviators program. The program aims to encourage the next generation of women to pursue careers in the sector with a behind the scenes look at the world of aviation and an introduction to some of the incredible women in lesser-known roles that make up a critical part of the operation at Virgin Australia.? ??? Read more about the program:?https://lnkd.in/gHSz36BC

Last Friday, we welcomed?Dave Emerson?as the new Chief Executive Officer at?Virgin Australia. Dave is a familiar face to many, having joined Virgin Australia in 2021 as our Chief Commercial Officer. Please join us in congratulating Dave!

We recently welcomed onboard 100 excited guests for our second 'Try Before You Fly' experience with Adelaide Airport Limited. Participants who might normally find air travel uncomfortable were introduced to the flying experience without having to take an actual flight. This included the processes of booking, checking in, security screening, boarding, and a simulated flight experience complete with aircraft sounds and Auslan interpretation. Thank you to Adelaide Airport and Virgin Australia Volunteers and Crew for once again delivering this important initiative. Read more on Virgin Australia's accessibility services here: https://lnkd.in/gUSzYp94 #VirginAustralia

March 8 was International Women’s Day, and while we had big plans to celebrate, they were (temporarily) grounded thanks to ex-Tropical?Cyclone?Alfred. Our thoughts remain with all those affected by the wild weather. While some of our IWD activities will be rescheduled, one thing that won’t change is our appreciation for the incredible women who make Virgin Australia what it is. From the flight deck to the frontline and behind the scenes, today and every day, we celebrate you. ???? #IWD2025

Our partnership with Qatar Airways is taking off to a higher altitude following the Australian Government’s approval of the airline’s minority investment in Virgin Australia. The equity investment unlocks numerous benefits, including access to the scale and expertise of a leading global airline, strengthening our ability to compete domestically and internationally. For our customers, it means greater value and choice when travelling to Europe, the Middle East and Africa via Doha, with 28 new weekly Virgin Australia services taking off from the middle of this year, subject to IASC approval. The Australian visitor economy will receive an estimated $3 billion boost over the next five years as a result of additional inbound capacity. And for our people, this investment opens the door to secondment and promotional opportunities. Today is an important strategic milestone for Virgin Australia. Read more on the Virgin Australia Newsroom: https://lnkd.in/gSDjUQQq #VirginAustralia #QatarAirways