Summary
Singapore Airlines Limited, together with subsidiaries, offers passenger and cargo air transportation services under the Singapore Airlines, SilkAir, and Scoot brands in East Asia, the Americas, Europe, Southwest Pacific, West Asia, and Africa. The company operates through Singapore Airlines, SilkAir, Budget Aviation, and SIAEC segments. The company also offers engineering services, pilot training services, air charters, and tour wholesaling and related services; and refurbishes aircraft galleys. In addition, it provides aircraft maintenance services, including technical and non-technical handling at the airport; maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft and cabin components/systems; repair and overhaul of hydromechanical equipment; aviation insurance; and airframe maintenance and overhaul services, as well as manufactures aircraft cabin parts and tooling for the aerospace industry. Further, the company offers marketing and supporting portal services for the air cargo industry; and reservation service systems, as well as travel-related retail services. Additionally, it provides travel booking and related services through an online portal. As of March 31, 2021, it operated a fleet of 168 aircrafts, including 161 passenger aircrafts and 7 freighters. The company was founded in 1947 and is based in Singapore.
History
SIA origins can be traced to the Malayan Airways Limited (MAL) which was formed on 21 October 1937 by British Imperial Airways (later British Overseas Airways Corporation, or BOAC), Straits Steamship Company, and Ocean Steamship Company of Liverpool.
Mission
Singapore Airlines strives to be the world’s most reliable and attentive airline while providing customers with a safe, secure and efficient air travel experience.
Vision
At SIA, we aspire to develop an international network coupled with an international team that abundantly supports our customer-focus, quality and growth.
Key Team
Mr. Pee Teck Tan B.B.A., B.B.A (Hons) (Sr. VP of Cabin Crew)
Mr. Swee Wah Mak (Exec. VP of Operations)
Mr. Meng Hung Tan (Sr. VP of Customer Services & Operations)
Mr. Siva Govindasamy (VP of Public Affairs)
Mr. Yau Seng Chin (Sr. VP of Cargo)
Wee Leng Ng (Sr. VP of HR)
Mr. Lik Hsin Lee (Exec. VP of Commercial)
Recognition and Awards
SIA has been consistently recognized for its exceptional service and has won numerous awards, including the World’s Best Airline by Skytrax, Best Airline in the World by The Business Traveler, and other accolades from Business Traveller Asia Pacific, Airline Passenger Experience Association, and many more.
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