17 April 2015 MORE FLIGHTS BETWEEN PERTH AND SINGAPORE GREAT FOR JOBS AND BUSINESS Statement from CCI Chief Executive Officer Deidre Willmott Chamber of Commerce and Industry Western Australia Chief Executive Officer Deidre Willmott today welcomed news that Qantas would resume flying its Perth-Singapore route five days a week. “Singapore is Western Australia’s fourth biggest trading partner and an important financial and business centre for Asia, so better access through more flights is fantastic for business,” Ms Willmott said. “WA’s tourism industry and local economy will also benefit with tourists having regular, direct access from one of the world’s busiest international passenger hubs. “Qantas’ decision is a vote of confidence in Western Australia as a tourist destination and our local businesses as major players in the Asian region.” Contact: Byron Vale – 0468 988 911 Chamber of Commerce and Industry Western Australia 180 Hay Street, East Perth, Western Australia 6004 | P: (08) 9365 7555 | F: (08) 9365 7550 | E: info@cciwa.com