The company profile this issue Vinod Kannan, General Manager of Singapore Airlines Indonesia. Mr. Kannan has since 01 with the world-renowned airline and is a passionate player in the aviation industry.
Vinod Kannan
Singapore Airlines has. For a long time and is still a favorite of many Asian travelers Could you give a brief history of the airline us?
Singapore Airlines (SIA) dates back May 1, 1947 may be returned when a Malayan Airways (MAL) Airspeed Consul of Singapore took Kallang Airport on the first of three planned weekly flights to Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Penang. The airline also services in 1947 after Jakarta, Palembang and Medan started. SIA has since come a long way, developed from a regional airline to one of the most respected travel brands around the world. SIA flies one of the youngest aircraft fleets in the world to 62 destinations on six continents with the Singapore Girl as an internationally recognized symbol to have learned the high standards of care and service to estimate the customer. SIA has a habit of the way done, and developed along the way, the reputation of an industry trendsetter. The growing list of industry-leading innovations includes the first free headsets, a choice of meals and free drinks in Economy Class in the 1970s and the first to fly, to offer the A380 from Singapore to Sydney on 25 October 07 [
What's your story General Manager of Singapore Airlines Indonesia to be behind?
I'm from Bangalore in India, but moved to my second home, Singapore, studying on the year 1996th After finishing my Bachelor in Engineering in Singapore and a Masters in computer science from Singapore and Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Boston, I joined After working in marketing, route planning and sales in 01, Singapore Airlines, I moved to Calcutta, India as a manager Eastern India. This was followed by stints in Saudi Arabia and Italy. I moved in December 2013 as general manager Indonesia after Jakarta and enjoy and to learn new things every day!
How many flights does daily Singapore Airlines from Indonesia to Singapore have?
SIA currently operates nine daily Jakarta flights, four daily flights Denpasar and since 26 July SIA flights has taken over one of two daily Surabaya, which was operated by the regional subsidiary SilkAir.
What new routes have opened, and you will open this year in and from Indonesia ,?
last year in Indonesia led SIA ninth Tagesdienst Jakarta, and simultaneously added to his fourth day to Denpasar (Bali), while SilkAir (MI), a subsidiary of SIA extends services to Semarang , Makassar and Yogyakarta began the reach of the group to 14 destinations in Indonesia. From the northern summer 2014 season, MI will operate this year to Kalibo in the Philippines, Mandalay in Myanmar and Hangzhou in China.
SIA will make adjustments to selected markets through the network during the Northern Summer season. A third daily flight to Tokyo Haneda Airport has been added to the number of daily flights to Tokyo increased to five. A380 will serve Mumbai and New Delhi daily from 30 May 2014, the successor of two daily flights that currently serve any city with smaller aircraft. A380 to Shanghai is five times increase weekly to daily, while frequency to Istanbul will increase weekly by one flight per week up to six times. To cater to peak summer demand SIA Athens resume twice weekly on 9 June 2014 and October 9, 2014, while the capacity in selected markets in Europe and Japan is increasing.
Is it difficult to find workers growing company in Indonesia to support?
to find the right people is the key for any organization in any market. Singapore Airlines offers attractive remuneration for aspiring carpenter and I am happy to say that we have a dedicated, talented and cohesive team here in Indonesia.
Why do you believe that Singapore Airlines is the preferred short journeys airline, mainly to Singapore, many Indonesians and expatriates in Jakarta?
We believe that the overall travel experience is one of the main motivators for choosing Singapore Airlines. Since its inception, Singapore Airlines has earned a reputation as an innovative market leader, combining quality products with excellent service. Excellence in customer service has made success Singapore Airlines. Superb in-flight service is the cornerstone of its reputation for customer service and hospitality.
With so many low-cost carriers in operation is now this affect your business?
Since the aviation sector is seen with airlines aggressive rates amid increasing capacity challenging, and the remaining fuel prices high historically, it will be natural that we are facing the competition within the industry. While we respond to the immediate and short-term challenges and adapt; we plan ahead well and to keep a watchful eye on the opportunities and challenges that may arise in the long run.
Has SIA also have a low-cost airline?
Yes, it is a wholly owned subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, called Scoot (www.FlyScoot.com). Scoot operates medium to long-haul low-cost flights between Singapore and Australia, China and others. Scoot is operated independently and has its own management team. Another subsidiary is Tigerair for short-haul flights.
How is SIA works to be the airline of choice in the region?
Singapore Airlines is focused on its premium positioning and on the fundamental values that. Our success The main elements of safety, a zealous focus on our customers, product innovation and management, and network connectivity, form the basis of our competitive offer and will be continuously updated. Our products will continue to develop with comfort, style, and see and feel that in flight experience, the in-flight entertainment experience, and the service element that wraps the entire package.
How many passengers flying each year?
In the fiscal year ended March 31, 2014 by SIA 18.6 million passengers, an increase of 2.3% over the previous year. Passenger car (in revenue passenger kilometers) increased by 1.4% on the back of 1.9% growth in capacity (in available seat kilometers).
How many airplanes Singapore Airlines has own world?
From May 2014 SIA has 104 passenger aircraft in its fleet.
What was your annual sales in 2013? What are your predictions are this year?
improved in fiscal year 2013-14, operational performance of the SIA surpassed $ 69 million (+ 36.9%) as a spending $ increase $ 93 million increase in revenue 24,000,000.
Since the tragic disappearance of the flight with Malaysia Airlines MH370, you have increased security measures for your airline?
to be in the aviation industry, SIA search to facts in relation to air operations. SIA would require a thorough review of that work us with various parties require; Aircraft manufacturers, authorities, etc., you can be sure that such things very seriously. We have devoted resources to look at what we can learn, and we share in those other airlines with our friends.
And finally, what you believe to be the key to success in your business life?
Based on my experience, the key is to a performance of the team, how well they interact with each other and gel. make people any organization or company successful, more than anything else. The secret is to make sure that the people in the business motivated, committed and always perform to their potential. The other important aspect for personal success is family. In my case, my wife and three year old daughter the support mechanism that keep me grounded when things get a little crazy!
Thanks, Vinod. If you want to contact, use vinod.kannan@gmail.com an e-mail.
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