SINGAPORE, June 14 -- The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group will provide employment opportunities across its carriers for affected Jetstar Asia employees, following news of the budget airline's closure on July 31.

In a statement issued yesterday, an SIA spokesman said, "Our aim is to support as many affected staff as possible in continuing their careers within the aviation sector."

The group is offering roles for about 100 pilots and 200 cabin crew members.

Jetstar Asia, which announced its impending closure on June 11, cited rising operational costs - including supplier fees, airport charges and intensifying competition - as reasons behind the decision. Over 500 employees are expected to be impacted.

The airline has pledged redundancy b...