Application by Regional Express Holdings Pty Limited Trading AS Regional Express
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1923
What happened
Regional Express Holdings Pty Limited, trading as Regional Express (Regional Express), sought approval for the 'Regional Express Aircraft Engineers Agreement 2025-2028'. The Australian Licensed Aircraft Engineers Association, representing employees, indicated it wished to be covered by the agreement. Regional Express provided written undertakings which were deemed acceptable.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Regional Express Aircraft Engineers Agreement 2025-2028. It will operate from July 29, 2026, and expire on June 30, 2028. The agreement includes a clause ensuring National Employment Standards (NES) take precedence in case of conflict. The Commission noted the undertakings provided by Regional Express would not cause financial detriment to employees or substantial changes to the agreement.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking approval for enterprise agreements must provide written undertakings if requested, and ensure these do not negatively impact employees or significantly alter the agreement's terms. Agreements should also clearly address how they interact with National Employment Standards.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Regional Express Aircraft Engineers Agreement 2025-2028 will benefit from the terms outlined in the agreement, and their NES rights remain protected if there is a conflict with the agreement’s provisions. The Australian Licensed Aircraft Engineers Association will be covered by this agreement.
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