Sector: Industrials|Industry: Airlines|Market Cap: $30.08B|Employees: 103.3K
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. is a holding company whose primary subsidiary, United Airlines, operates a comprehensive route network across North America and internationally. The company transports passengers and cargo, with key hubs in major US cities, and is a member of Star Alliance. United's competitive advantages include its extensive route network and its focus on premium offerings, while also maintaining fare competitiveness with low-cost carriers.
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. is a holding company, and its wholly-owned subsidiary is United Airlines, Inc. United's shared purpose is "Connecting People. Uniting the World." United has the most comprehensive route network among North American carriers, including U.S. mainland hubs in Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. The company transports people and cargo throughout North America and to destinations in Asia, Europe, Africa, the Pacific, the Middle East and Latin America. United is a member of Star Alliance, the world's largest alliance network.
Executive officers are elected by UAL's Board for an initial term that continues until the first Board meeting following the next Annual Meeting of Stockholders and thereafter, are elected for a one-year term or until their successors have been chosen, or until their earlier death, resignation or removal. Executive officers serve at the discretion of the Board.
The Company transports people and cargo throughout North America and to destinations in Asia, Europe, Africa, the Pacific, the Middle East and Latin America.
The company operates as a single reportable segment.
United's strategic plan, "United Next," aims to increase average gauge in North America, increase total available seats per departure, and lower carbon emissions per seat. Key initiatives include retrofitting narrow-body planes with signature interiors, replacing older jets with fuel-efficient aircraft, and expanding the global network. The company is also focused on improving operational excellence, achieving best-in-class margin performance, and enhancing customer service.
The airline industry is highly competitive, with competition from other airlines and, to a certain extent, other forms of transportation. The company competes with other U.S. airlines, foreign carriers, low-cost carriers and ultra-low-cost carriers. Key market trends include airline mergers, alliances, and the rise of government-sponsored international carriers. The industry is also subject to seasonal fluctuations, with higher demand in the second and third quarters.
(Generated from latest 10-K filing)