Airline News
Etihad Airways posts $73m profit for 2014
28 May 2015
Airline's revenue at $7.6 billion, up 26.7 per cent on $6 billion revenue for 2013
MAY 28, 2015
Dubai: Etihad Airways reported on Thursday a 52.1 percent increase in profit for the financial year ending December 31, 2014 that it said was largely driven by its airline’s strategy of investing in other carriers.
The airline made $73 million in 2014 compared to $48 million a year ago. Revenue was $7.6 billion, up 26.7 per cent compared to the $6 billion in revenues for 2013... Read More
New Cabin Crew and Pilot uniforms for young Emirates fans
26 May 2015
Tuesday, May 26, 2015 — Dubai, U.A.E – 26 May 2015 – Emirates Official Store launches official Emirates’ cabin crew and pilot uniform for children in its Spring/Summer 2015 collection. Aspiring cabin crew and pilots aged 3 to 8 years old can now play dress up as the exclusive collection is now available at the Emirates Official Stores and online (www.emiratesofficialstore.com).
Retailing at AED 210 for the uniform, young globalistas can complete the crew and pilot... Read More
Air Arabia named ‘Best Low-Cost Carrier’ at World Tourism Forum Awards in Istanbul
24 May 2015
Istanbul, Turkey; May 24, 2015: Air Arabia has been named “Best Low-Cost Carrier” at the World Tourism Forum Awards in Istanbul, Turkey. The World Tourism Forum is an annual gathering of leading business figures and industry experts to discuss the future direction of the global tourism sector. Among the topics discussed were online tourism, destination marketing and the economic benefits of tourism.
Air Arabia took home the award for “Best Low-Cost Carrier” based on its performance... Read More
Air Arabia opens Al Ghurair check-in
21 May 2015
Air Arabia opened a new City Terminal Check-in facility at the Al Ghurair Centre in Dubai on Wednesday
May 20, 2015
Dubai: Air Arabia opened a new City Terminal Check-in facility at the Al Ghurair Centre in Dubai on Wednesday.
The new facility is located on the ground floor of the Al Ghurair Centre in Deira and is open seven days a week, from 10am to 10pm, according to an emailed statement.
Air Arabia check-in facilities allow passengers to drop off their luggage... Read More
Boeing announces new Middle East head
21 May 2015
Boeing Co has appointed Bernie Dun as President of Boeing Middle East
May 20, 2015
Dubai: Boeing Co announced on Wednesday it has appointed Bernie Dunn as President of Boeing Middle East, in an emailed statement.
Dunn, who is fluent in Arabic, replaces Jeff Johnson who has been appointed as vice-president, business development, Boeing Military Aircraft (BMA).
Dunn joined Boeing in July 2012 as president of Boeing Turkey and North Africa. He was previously vice-... Read More
New General Manager for Etihad in Kazakhstan
21 May 2015
Robert “Dougie” Douglas will lead Etihad’s commercial operations in Kazakhstan from July 1
May 20, 2015
Dubai: Etihad Airways has appointed a new general manager for Kazakhstan, the Abu Dhabi airline said on Wednesday.
Robert “Dougie” Douglas will lead Etihad’s commercial operations in Kazakhstan from July 1, according to an emailed statement.
He is currently the airline’s general manager for Armenia and previously served as general manager for Indonesia and... Read More
Etihad Airways wins three coveted World Travel Awards including Middle East's Leading Airline
11 May 2015
For the ninth consecutive year, Etihad Airways has been named The Middle East’s Leading Airline at the World Travel Awards Middle East. The prestigious gala ceremony was held last night at the Four Seasons Resort in Dubai.
In addition to the coveted accolade, Etihad Airways also scooped awards for Middle East’s Leading Airline - First Class, and Middle East’s Leading Cabin Crew.
Peter Baumgartner, Chief Commercial Officer of Etihad Airways, said: “We are delighted that travel... Read More
Emirates to introduce new first class cabin
07 May 2015
The world’s biggest airline on international routes said the new exclusive product will allow more privacy to its customers at “commercially viable” rates.
Emirates on Monday said it will introduce a new first-class cabin on its Airbus superjumbos and Boeing 777 aircraft this year.
“The new first-class cabin is expected to unveil this year and it will be more commercially viable for passengers as the pricing will be almost the same,” Shaikh Majid Al Mualla, Emirates’ divisional... Read More
Emirates Sweeps Four Titles at the Business Traveller Awards
05 May 2015
Best Airline Worldwide, Best First Class, Best Economy Class, and Airline with the Best Cabin Staff
DUBAI, U.A.E., 4th May 2015: Emirates’ innovation, investments in product, and customer service were recognised last night with an array of accolades at the Business Traveller Middle East 2015 Awards.
At the ceremony attended by over 350 industry executives, Emirates was crowned “Best Airline Worldwide”. It was also named “Airline with the Best First Class”, “Airline with the... Read More
Etihad’s Nicole Kidman campaign to be highlighted at ATM
03 May 2015
Expo Milano 2015 and Etihad joins forces at ArabianTravel Market
Abu Dhabi - Etihad Airways will promote its highly-acclaimed brand campaign starring Australian actress Nicole Kidman, the airline’s partnership with Alitalia for the Expo Milano 2015, and Etihad Airways Partners, at next month’s Arabian Travel Market, ATM, in Dubai.
Exhibiting at ATM for the tenth consecutive year, the Etihad Airways stand will incorporate two levels. The ground floor of the stand will have a... Read More
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