Qatar Airways launches m-commerce site

Qatar Airways has partnered with Mobiqa, a mobile content optimisation company, to launch a mobile version of its website. The new website enables travellers to easily access the most popular services of qatarairways.com through their internet-enabled mobile device.The site provides access to online functions such as flight check-in, flight status information, seat selection and travel information. Users can also sign up to receive the latest flight offers from Qatar Airways as well as receive their boarding pass directly to their mobile handset. The technology powering the website contains device-specific recognition which automatically adjusts the site depending on the device being used, without the need to download an application or make changes to the handset.Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said: “As Qatar Airways grows exponentially, we are continuously improving our customer’s overall experience - even before they board a Qatar Airways’ flight. “Our mobile service offering integrates seamlessly with our operations globally and encourages our customers to self-service, whenever and wherever they prefer. This once again is an example of our ongoing commitment to providing our passengers with an exceptional experience when they fly with us.”Qatar Airways already offers its passengers the option of having their boarding pass sent straight to their mobile device following online check-in up to 36 hours in advance. With the launch of the new mobile website, passengers can check-in on-the-go, using the web browser on their mobile device. Simply enter qatarairways.com in the browser on your mobile device.