Gentlemen, and I use the term loosely
If it's okay for the Cathay management to go to Dragon for short term replacement then I propose that
DPA & AOA join together to fight this matter.
In fact it could work out better to join the two unions. I know that the AOA could certainly do with some help (Pity Steve wouldn't like that very much) and the DPA would probably object as well. However in the long run I figure it would out.
Then again Cathay (I mean Swire) always look at things in the short term. If it saves them money now they will do it, even if it means spending more money down the line. The little man who makes this call is easily replaced if and when he stuffs up.
Why not have the wisdom of two unions (forget Steve in this point - HBP don't count) and fight the battle.
meow....
ps HBP = Hand Bag Princess