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| China Southern Airlines | | Annual revenues: | $7,676m | | Annual operating profit: | $210m | | Annual net profit: | $291m | | Operating profit margin: | 3% |
(Figures are from the period of JAN07-DEC07 in U.S. dollars.)
| Fleet: | | | Type | Number in Fleet | | A300-600R | 6 | | A319-100 | 33 | | A320-200 | 49 | | A321-200 | 33 | | A330-200 | 6 | | A330-300 | 8 | | A380-800 | 3 | | ATR72-500 | 5 | | B737-300 | 25 | | B737-500 | 2 | | B737-700 | 28 | | B737-800 | 43 | | B747-400 | 2 | | B757-200 | 22 | | B777-200 | 12 | | B787-800 | 2 | | DC-9-82 | 11 | | DC-9-90 | 13 | | ERJ145 | 6 | |
For more detailed fleet information, visit www.ch-aviation.ch
Strengths and opportunities: - China one of the world's most dynamic growth economies with business and leisure traffic both booming to and from
- Largest domestic network among Chinese carriers
- Owns stakes in Xiamen Airlines and Sichuan Airlines
- Guangzhou one of China's wealthiest cities
- Large international presence
- Low labor costs
- Linked to Skyteam Alliance
Weaknesses and threats: - Business still heavily regulated by government
- Potential shortage of pilots and other skilled professionals
- Reputation for service among global business travelers lacking
- Low-cost carriers from ASEAN region penetrating southern China
- Competition from airlines with Shenzhen and Hong Kong hubs
- Some of its overseas markets may be flown for political reasons (i.e., Lagos)
Financial data is sourced from company reports. The strengths and weaknesses are based on an analysis by Airline Weekly's editors. Information provided on airlineweekly.com is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice.
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