Thai Airways celebrates first anniversary of operations in Sri Lanka

HARISCHANDRA GUNARATNA OF THE ISLAND FINANCIAL REVIEW INTERVIEWS ANDRE FERNANDO, MANAGING DIRECTOR, MAC HOLDINGS, THE GSA FOR THAI AIRWAYS

- HARISCHANDRA GUNARATNA OF THE ISLAND FINANCIAL REVIEW

Q. Thai Airways recently celebrated its first anniversary since resuming operations in Sri Lanka. How does MAC Holdings (Pvt) Ltd, as the General Sales Agent (GSA), evaluate its performance?

A. It has been an honour for MAC to serve as the GSA for Thai Airways in Sri Lanka. The airline's performance has exceeded expectations in terms of revenue, profitability, and load factors. This success is largely due to strategic efforts to enhance the airline's brand presence and product offerings in the local market. While we are unable to disclose specific revenue figures, we are pleased to report that our principals are more than satisfied with the outcomes, which reflect the dedication of our local team.

Sri Lanka's spiritual and cultural appeal.

Q. How significant is Sri Lanka as a destination for Thai Airways in the South Asian region?