By law, Qantas must be at least 51% Australian-owned, and the level of foreign ownership is constantly monitored. In 1998, Qantas co-founded the Oneworld alliance with American Airlines, British Airways, Canadian Airlines, and Cathay Pacific.
Is Qantas a private or public company?
Qantas Airways Limited is an Australian public company that operates international and domestic air transportation services, freight services and loyalty programs. Qantas is headquartered in Mascot, New South Wales and is listed on the ASX under the code QAN.
What is the highest Qantas share price?
$4.78
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Up 0.05 0.05 (Up 1.1% (1.1%)
When did Qantas list on the ASX?
June 1992 Qantas purchased Australian Airlines (domestic carrier)
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March 1993 British Airways purchased 25 per cent of Qantas
June 1995 Public Share Offer launched
July 1995 Privatisation of Qantas complete and shares listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)
Australia has four main domestic airline carriers Qantas Domestic, Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Rex. Together these Australian airlines service all of the major destinations in Australia with daily services along the busier domestic routes.