The Cathay Group has announced that Guy Bradley, JP, will become its new Chair, effective May 13, 2026. He succeeds Patrick Healy, who will step down from the role and retire from the parent Swire Group at the end of that month, concluding a career of over three decades.
Bradley, who is also Chairman of Swire Pacific and a Director of Cathay Pacific Airways, acknowledged Healy’s leadership. He highlighted Healy’s strong commitment during the challenging pandemic period, noting that under his tenure, Cathay Pacific solidified its reputation as a leading global airline and has since returned to pre-pandemic passenger flight capacity.
In outlining his priorities, Bradley stated his focus will be on working closely with the leadership team to enhance the Cathay Group’s overall performance. He emphasized the Group’s continued commitment to supporting Hong Kong and strengthening its role as a premier international aviation hub.
Patrick Healy reflected on his six-year tenure, describing it as a privilege to lead the Group through one of the most difficult periods in its 80-year history. He thanked employees for their resilience and customers for their loyalty. Healy also noted the Group’s unique position with its deep roots in Hong Kong and its role in connecting the city to the world, highlighting a major investment of over HK$100 billion to improve the customer proposition and secure its future as a central part of the Hong Kong aviation hub.
Guy Bradley brings extensive international leadership experience to the role, having held senior positions across Asia, the Middle East, and the United States since joining the Swire Group in 1987. He will continue in his current positions as Chairman of Swire Pacific, John Swire & Sons (H.K.), Swire Properties, and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company.
