PANAMA CITY, Oct 24, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Copa Airlines has been named again as one of the 10 Best Employers in Latin America by the prestigious business magazine AmericaEconomia. The airline was also part of this prestigious list in 2004.
The magazine conducts the survey in conjunction with Hewitt Associates, a global human resources consultant with headquarters in Chicago. The survey evaluates several factors related to the work environment, including the effectiveness of human resource programs, corporate governance, employee orientation, communication, compensation, leadership and benefits.
"We are committed to maintaining a highly motivated and trained workforce and providing a pleasant, stimulating work environment," said Alexander Gianareas, Senior Director of Human Resources, Copa Airlines. "This regional recognition by international experts is a validation of that commitment, which makes it possible for us to have world-class coworkers."
AmericaEconomia, the leading business magazine in Latin America, began publishing in 1986. The magazine has editorial offices in Santiago, Buenos Aires, Mexico City, Sao Paulo and Miami, as well as a network of correspondents in major world markets.
About Copa Airlines
Copa Airlines, a subsidiary of Copa Holdings, S.A. (NYSE: CPA), is one of the leading passenger airlines in Latin America. Operating from its strategic location at the Hub of the Americas in the Republic of Panama, Copa offers more than 110 daily flights to 35 destinations in 21 countries in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. In addition, Copa provides passengers with access to flights to more than 120 other international destinations through codeshare agreements with Continental Airlines and other airlines. Copa and Continental have a strategic alliance that includes joint participation in Continental's award-winning frequent flyer program, OnePass. For more information, visit http://www.copaair.com.
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