The airline did cut back its global schedules, especially to markets that were closed to international flights
Many global airlines grounded their fleets in response to Covid-19, but Doha-based Qatar Airways carried on flying and used the opportunity of fewer competitors to expand its routes to become the world's biggest international carrier serving Africa.
, but SA-born Hendrik du Preez, who has been vice-president for Africa for Qatar Airways for just under a year, says it is better to fly and preserve or gain market share than simply burn cash by having a fleet grounded...A subscription gives you full digital access to all Sunday Times content.Registered on the BusinessLIVE, Business Day or Financial Mail websites? Sign in with the same details.
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