Fiji's national airline, Fiji Airways has welcomed Government's support to strengthen tourism and connectivity.
Fiji Airways Managing Director and CEO Paul Scurrah says they are grateful for the support announced in the 2026–2027 National Budget and acknowledges the continued partnership between Government and supporting Fiji’s economic growth and global connectivity.
Scurrah says while the global aviation industry continues to navigate elevated fuel prices, supply chain pressures and rising operating costs, this support positions them to strongly continue growing and maintaining maximum seat capacity into Fiji at a time when many international airlines are scaling back services and reducing capacity.
He says the Government understands the critical role tourism and aviation play in the national economy, and they acknowledge their leadership and confidence in supporting the industry’s continued momentum and long-term growth.
Scurrah says Fiji Airways and Tourism Fiji are continuing to see strong global interest and booking demand, driven by Fiji’s reputation as a safe, family-friendly destination offering world-class hospitality and convenient access from key international markets.
He says this support allows them to build on that momentum with confidence, further strengthen their network and continue driving tourism growth for Fiji now and into the future.
The CEO says Fiji Airways plays an important role in supporting tourism, trade, investment and employment across the country.
He says the airline remains focused on operating responsibly, improving efficiency and continuing to deliver value for Fiji and all Fijians.