Thales has been chosen by the Cathay Group to supply advanced avionics solutions for its new Airbus A330neo and A321neo/A320neo fleets, as announced at the Singapore Airshow 2026. This collaboration aims to improve flight safety, operational efficiency, and customer experience for Cathay Pacific Airways and HK Express.
The agreement includes the integration of Thales’ PureFlyt Flight Management System (FMS), which is designed to optimise flight operations by reducing pilot workload, air congestion, and fuel consumption. Additionally, the fleets will be equipped with advanced safety systems such as the Traffic Collision Alerting System (T3CAS) and 5G-immune Long-Range Radio Altimeters (LRRA), enhancing situational awareness and resilience against 5G interference.
Cathay Pacific’s A330neos will also feature Thales’ AVIATOR S, a cockpit satellite communications (SATCOM) system, providing high-speed connectivity and operational agility. The Head-Up Display (HUD) will further assist pilots by displaying critical flight data without requiring them to look away from the cockpit view.
Thomas Mouveaux, General Manager APAC for Aviation Global Services at Thales, stated, “Thales is committed to providing airlines around the world with innovative products and services and a premium customer experience. We look forward to supporting Cathay Pacific and HK Express with our integrated, next-generation technologies that enhance flight safety, operational efficiency, and cockpit connectivity.”
This partnership underscores Thales’ dedication to advancing aviation technology and supporting the Cathay Group’s development with cutting-edge solutions. The Singapore Airshow continues until 8 February, showcasing Thales’ offerings at stand #G24 in Hall A.
