Akbar Al Baker https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/tag/akbar-al-baker/ Informing, connecting and developing the world’s travel industry professionals. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:17:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 Qatar Airways Group appoints new Group Chief Executive https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-group-appoints-new-group-chief-executive/ Wed, 25 Oct 2023 03:15:21 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=850592 The post Qatar Airways Group appoints new Group Chief Executive appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways Group confirms after 27 years of remarkable service, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker, will be stepping down from his current position as Group Chief Executive effective 5 November 2023, and will be succeeded by Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer as Group Chief Executive for Qatar Airways.

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Qatar Airways Group confirms after 27 years of remarkable service, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker, will be stepping down from his current position as Group Chief Executive effective 5 November 2023, and will be succeeded by Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer as Group Chief Executive for Qatar Airways.

Under Akbar Al Baker’s leadership, Qatar Airways has grown to become one of the most recognisable and trusted brands globally, synonymous with customer service quality and the highest of standards. The national carrier of the State of Qatar has achieved an unprecedented seven-times win of the “World’s Best Airline” award, and its state-of-the-art Hamad International Airport, which is under its management and operation, has also been recognised as the “World’s Best Airport”.

The Qatar Airways Group’s contribution to helping deliver the best ever FIFA World Cup showcased to the world its capability, commitment to excellence, and its passion for bringing the world together.

 

 

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Qatar Airways selects Starlink for in-flight high-speed internet connectivity https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-selects-starlink-for-in-flight-high-speed-internet-connectivity/ Mon, 16 Oct 2023 01:00:39 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=848837 The post Qatar Airways selects Starlink for in-flight high-speed internet connectivity appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways is now the largest airline to collaborate with Starlink and roll out a complimentary high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity experience onboard specific aircraft and routes.

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Qatar Airways is now the largest airline to collaborate with Starlink and roll out a complimentary high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity experience onboard specific aircraft and routes. Starlink’s service will be a further enhancement of Qatar Airways’ 5-star onboard experience. Once the service is active, passengers will be able to enjoy ultra-fast Wi-Fi speeds of up to 350 Megabits per second which can be used for a variety of internet-based services such as video streaming their favourite entertainment and sports videos, gaming, enriched web-browsing and much more.

As a leading 5-star airline of the world, Qatar Airways remains committed to offering the best passenger experience onboard, and the agreement with Starlink will allow passengers to have a rich seamless Wi-Fi connectivity experience onboard with a simple one-click access. The high-speed and low-latency network is powered by the revolutionary Starlink satellite communications system – the world’s largest satellite internet constellation engineered and operated by SpaceX. Qatar Airways and Starlink are currently in the pre-launch phase of the rollout strategy across Qatar Airways fleet.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is proud to announce its agreement with Starlink to provide seamless and complimentary Wi-Fi to its global passengers. This exciting collaboration is not only in line with our industry-leading approach to technological adoption, but also serves as an unmissable opportunity to connect Starlink to our global passengers. We look forward to our passengers benefitting from this state-of-the-art addition to Qatar Airways’ in-flight experience.”

“Qatar Airways continues to lead the way prioritizing the passenger experience,” said SpaceX’s Vice President of Starlink Commercial Sales Jonathan Hofeller: “With Starlink set to support the entire Qatar Airways fleet, passengers travelling between over 150 destinations around the world will be able to stay connected with the most advance high-speed internet service from space. In fact, as soon as passengers step onboard the plane the internet works seamlessly throughout their flight from gate to gate, and all from the comfort of their seats.”

Starlink delivers high-speed, low-latency internet to users all over the world Qatar Airways is the latest and largest airline to partner with Starlink. It is also being implemented by JSX, Hawaiian Airlines, airBaltic, and ZIPAIR.

 

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Qatar Airways unveils a Botanical Wonderland at EXPO 2023 Pavilion https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-unveils-a-botanical-wonderland-at-expo-2023-pavilion/ Thu, 12 Oct 2023 01:45:17 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=848426 The post Qatar Airways unveils a Botanical Wonderland at EXPO 2023 Pavilion appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

As the Official Airline and Strategic Partner of Expo 2023 Doha, Qatar Airways proudly invites visitors to the “Qatar Airways Garden”.

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As the Official Airline and Strategic Partner of Expo 2023 Doha, Qatar Airways proudly invites visitors to the “Qatar Airways Garden”. The mesmerising attraction, part of Expo 2023 Doha, will run for six months, concluding at the end of March 2024. Inspired by global botanical marvels, with a special nod to the timeless Gardens of Versailles, the garden is an exquisite blend of Qatar’s modern spirit and its cherished traditions.

The design captures iconic landmarks from across the continents Qatar Airways connects, including the Middle East, Europe and Asia, emphasising Qatar’s pivotal role as a global hub. The garden not only showcases the airline’s vast connectivity but also embodies the spirit of diversity, sustainability, and cultural celebration.

Stepping into this sanctuary, visitors are greeted by a giant yellow teddy bear – an iconic reference to the award-winning Lamp Bear at Hamad International Airport (HIA). Positioned as the pavilion’s focal point, the bear evokes a sense of familiarity, reminding guests of Qatar’s renowned world-class hospitality. Football icons David Beckham and Ronaldinho also recently visited the pavilion, contributing star power and emphasising its status as a premier attraction at Expo.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said, “Our pavilion at Expo 2023 Doha reflects our dedication to uniting people, promoting sustainability, and constantly pushing the boundaries of the travel experience. It derives inspiration from botanical marvels across the globe while showcasing Qatar’s pivotal role in global connectivity. We are thrilled to present visitors with a space that reflects our focus on innovation, customer experience, and deep-rooted ties to Qatari heritage.”

A notable highlight for visitors at the pavilion is the augmented QVerse platform, which seamlessly integrates digital innovation into the botanical experience. Launched in April 2022 to widespread acclaim, QVerse provides an immersive digital exploration of Qatar Airways’ luxurious interiors. Guided by the airline’s MetaHuman cabin crew member, ‘Sama’—which means ‘sky’ in Arabic—visitors can virtually embark on a journey through First Class check-in counters, Premium Lounges, and Business and Economy Class cabins.

The pavilion artfully merges natural beauty with innovative design, evident in the grandeur of its orchard tree, reminiscent of HIA’s Al Mourjan Garden. This exquisite addition underscores Qatar Airways’ devotion to harmonising natural aesthetics with contemporary design.

A standout feature of the garden is its stunning overhead maze, offering visitors a unique blend of artistic and experiential delight. Guests are invited to navigate a mesmerising maze mirrored from above, offering a splendid, picturesque moment, reflective in both design and experience. This artistic masterpiece promises to be one of the pavilion’s main attractions.

In alignment with its commitment to offering a holistic experience, Qatar Airways is also introducing an enriched in-flight experience starting 11 October 2023. Passengers aboard can expect curated beverages and an exclusive à la carte menu from Evergreen Organics spotlighting Qatari farm-sourced ingredients. Further enhancing the in-flight ambiance, a dedicated Expo-themed channel offers over 30 gardening-related shows, ensuring that the journey to and from Doha resonates with the Expo’s botanical spirit.

 

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways is the Official Sponsor of the first-ever edition of GIMS held outside of Switzerland https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-is-the-official-sponsor-of-the-first-ever-edition-of-gims-held-outside-of-switzerland/ Mon, 09 Oct 2023 03:00:29 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=848123 The post Qatar Airways is the Official Sponsor of the first-ever edition of GIMS held outside of Switzerland appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Under the patronage of  Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) marked the opening on 5 October with a spectacular ceremony for the first time in Qatar and showcased major international car reveals, marking an eventful start to the automotive week ahead.

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Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani Inaugurates the Geneva International Motor Show 2023 in Qatar

 

Under the patronage of  Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) marked the opening on 5 October with a spectacular ceremony for the first time in Qatar and showcased major international car reveals, marking an eventful start to the automotive week ahead.

The VIP Opening Ceremony was also attended by His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani, Minister of Interior, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, and His Excellency Mr. Saad Bin Ali Al Kharji, Deputy Chairman of Qatar Tourism. Other esteemed guests also witness the inaugural of the first ever GIMS in Qatar, including various ministers, ambassadors, and senior delegates.

Qatar Airways, Official Airline Partner of GIMS, demonstrated an elegant booth welcoming VIPs to the area. Held in partnership with Qatar Tourism, GIMS highlights the latest industry innovations and over 30 unveilings from international and regional brands including Toyota, Lexus, Porsche, Volkswagen, Lamborghini, BMW, KIA, Audi, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Vinfast, Chery, and more. The exhibition is studded with 31 global automotive brands and takes place from 5-14 October 2023 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC).

During the Opening Ceremony, the Qatar Airways booth was visited by former England football Captain and Manchester United player David Beckham, who toured the Qatar Airways and Formula 1® simulator, the cutting-edge QVerse station, and its best-in-class award-winning Qsuite. The booth also featured snippets of HIA’s ORCHARD by displaying sustainably sourced greenery offering a one-of-a-kind atmosphere to visitors at the exhibition. The airline’s signature hospitality was represented by its Cabin Crew, who served dates and Arabic coffee to visitors.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways’ support for the Geneva International Motor Show stems from our mutual admiration of technical innovation. We are proud to bring this outstanding exhibition, from Geneva to Doha, for car enthusiasts in the region. It is not only a fitting event for Qatar’s vibrant automotive landscape, but also represents the synergy of the airline and automotive industries’ strive for innovation.” The exhibition at DECC is supplemented with four supporting events across Qatar to create an exciting automotive experience. GIMS Qatar is hosting a forum on the future of car design at the National Museum of Qatar, offering an exhilarating off-road tour at Sealine, providing electrifying test drives at the Lusail International Circuit, and showcasing a stunning installation of classic cars at the Lusail Boulevard.

GIMS Qatar is open daily from 7-14 October at DECC from 14:00 to 22:00, and from 10:00 to 22:00 on Saturdays. Entrance tickets are free during weekdays and QAR 50 during weekends.

 

 

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Qatar Airways Expo 2023 Doha livery revealed https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-expo-2023-doha-livery-revealed/ Wed, 04 Oct 2023 02:45:50 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=847522 The post Qatar Airways Expo 2023 Doha livery revealed appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways is proud to welcome the new Expo 2023 Doha livery to its fleet and commemorate its role as the Official Strategic Partner for the landmark event.

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Qatar Airways is proud to welcome the new Expo 2023 Doha livery to its fleet and commemorate its role as the Official Strategic Partner for the landmark event. The unveiling represents a celebration of Qatar Airways and Hamad International Airport’s (HIA) readiness to host a global gathering focused on environmental awareness, strengthening their positions as strategic partners in the journey towards a sustainable future.

The aircraft, an A330-300 adorned with the Expo 2023 Doha livery, was unveiled by Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, at Hamad International Airport.

The event was attended by high-profile dignitaries, including President of Ashghal, Dr. Engr. Saad Ahmed Al Mohannadi; Chief Operating Officer at Hamad International Airport, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al Meer; Secretary-General of Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha, Engr. Mohamed Ali al-Khouri; in addition to the senior management of Qatar Airways and the Expo team.

Minister of Municipality, Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, added: “Expo 2023 Doha is a beacon of Qatar’s commitment to sustainable development and environmental progress. With esteemed partners like Qatar Airways, we are poised to deliver an Expo experience that resonates globally and inspires positive change.”

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We welcome all countries to Expo 2023 Doha, which represents a continuation of our inspiring journey filled with innovation, collaboration, and pioneering solutions. The arrival of the Expo 2023 Doha aircraft at Hamad International Airport symbolises our commitment to fostering a sustainable and innovative future as enshrined in Qatar’s national vision.”

Secretary-General of Expo 2023 Doha, Engr. Mohammed Ali Al Khouri, stated: “Qatar Airways has consistently demonstrated its commitment to sustainability through its various global initiatives. As a testament to this commitment, we are honoured to take part of the unveiling of our Expo 2023 Doha livery. This milestone not only represents a celebration of our joint efforts but also serves as a powerful symbol of our ongoing environmental stewardship in the region.”

As part of its substantial contribution to Expo 2023, Qatar Airways will feature the “Qatar Airways Garden,” an impressive pavilion highlighting engaging activations designed to illustrate the Expo’s theme of “Green Desert, Better Environment”.

Qatar Airways will also offer an enriched in-flight experience from 11 October 2023, featuring curated beverages and an exclusive à la carte menu spotlighting Qatari farm-sourced ingredients, along with Expo-themed in-flight entertainment. This includes a dedicated Expo channel offering over 30 gardening-related shows, ensuring a memorable horticultural experience in-flight.

Expo 2023 Doha, will run from October 2023 to March 2024 at the scenic Al Bidda Park, and is anticipated to draw around three million international visitors. Overlooking the Arabian Gulf, the six-month event will feature a diverse array of experiences including beautiful gardens, enlightening talks, art, cuisine, and a special emphasis on innovative approaches to combat desertification.

 

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Akbar Al Baker honoured with prestigious APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/akbar-al-baker-honoured-with-prestigious-apex-ceo-lifetime-achievement-award/ Wed, 27 Sep 2023 02:15:54 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=846512 The post Akbar Al Baker honoured with prestigious APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker was celebrated by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) as the recipient of the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognises industry leaders for their dedication, efforts and commitment to enhancing passenger experience.

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Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker was celebrated by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) as the recipient of the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognises industry leaders for their dedication, efforts and commitment to enhancing passenger experience. The APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony took place at APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California on 20 September, where  Akbar Al Baker also accepted three awards for the airline.

APEX is one of the world’s largest international airline associations. This global non-profit advances passenger experience with the support of major airlines in conjunction with both the International Flight Services Association and Future Travel Experience.

The APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award has only been awarded six times in the organisation’s five-decade history, including the latest award received by H.E. Mr. Al Baker. This prestigious award is selectively awarded to industry leaders and visionaries who inspire progress across the aviation landscape while also elevating their brands.

Qatar Airways was also awarded with three more APEX Awards, solidifying the airline’s status as one of the world’s leading airlines. The following titles presented to Qatar Airways were based exclusively on certified passenger votes: 2024 APEX World Class Award, APEX Award for Best Entertainment in the Middle East, and the APEX Award for Global Best Food & Beverage.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “I am honoured to accept the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). Over the last decades, Qatar Airways has grown to become one of the most recognisable and trusted names in the industry, synonymous with customer service quality and luxury. It is owing to the dedication of our employees across the world that our award-winning airline continues to outperform at the highest level of our industry.”

I am also proud of the three awards Qatar Airways has received, granted by our passengers, taking home the Awards for best World Class Airline, Best Entertainment in the Middle East, and Global Best Food & Beverage. I would like to thank our passengers as well as the APEX team for their recognition and we aim to continue to surpass all expectations for Qatar Airways in the years to come.”

APEX Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Joe Leader, said: “In honouring His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker with the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, APEX celebrates a true pioneer in aviation. H.E. Mr. Al Baker’s leadership at Qatar Airways embodies the spirit of innovation, marrying the grandeur of Qatari tradition with an unyielding commitment to passenger excellence. Whether it is the trailblazing Qsuite experience, an exceptional in-flight entertainment library, or the airline’s unwavering focus on health during unprecedented times, his legacy paints a mosaic of dedication, foresight, and a relentless drive for perfection.”

He continued: “Under his masterful oversight, Qatar Airways has not just flown; the airline has soared, setting benchmarks that inspire our entire industry. As he receives this well-deserved accolade, we, at APEX, extend our deepest admiration for a leader who has truly redefined the skies.”

Qatar Airways Group is a unique organisation which encompasses multiple subsidiaries and works in synergy to create the smoothest travel journey including airport ground services, onboard catering, private jet travel, and more. Qatar Airways continues to work in line with its promise to provide all passengers with the most seamless and luxury travel experience in the world, now adding an additional four prestigious awards to the multi-award-winning airline’s accreditation.

 

 

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Qatar Airways achieves IT Service Management System Excellence Certification https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-achieves-it-service-management-system-excellence-certification/ Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:15:03 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=845775 The post Qatar Airways achieves IT Service Management System Excellence Certification appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has been recognised by Alcumus ISOQAR, one of the most recognised and respected UKAS accredited certification body

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Qatar Airways has been recognised by Alcumus ISOQAR, one of the most recognised and respected UKAS accredited certification body for successfully demonstrating the implementation and compliance towards ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 Information technology — Service management System. Additionally, achieving  ISO 20000 certification underpins the high standard of IT Service Delivery and Management, which is one of the foundations of a 5-star airline.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are proud to have achieved ISO 20000 certification. This certification demonstrates our commitment to service excellence thereby enabling Qatar Airways IT to deliver the highest quality of digital and technological service experience.”

ISO 20000 is an international standard for IT service management (ITSM), and its certification demonstrates that Qatar Airways has implemented a comprehensive ITSM framework that meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. To achieve ISO 20000 certification, Qatar Airways underwent a rigorous audit by a third-party certification body. The audit team reviewed Qatar Airways ITSM processes and documentation to ensure that they met the requirements of the standard.

The success of this certification is a testament to the dedication and leadership of Qatar Airways Group, who lead the programme with exceptional commitment and efficiency, staying on schedule and within the set timeline.Qatar Airways IT adds this ISO 20000 to its impressive certifications, including PCI-DSS and ISO 27001.

“End-to-end” airline management services including international IT standards enable Qatar Airways to demonstrate excellence and best practice in IT services and management. Qatar Airways IT remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of service quality, information security and IT management, ensuring world-class services for customers and the entire organization.

 

 

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Qatar Airways takes students to new heights as official airline of Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals  https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-takes-students-to-new-heights-as-official-airline-of-aramco-f1-in-schools-world-finals/ Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:05:39 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=845428 The post Qatar Airways takes students to new heights as official airline of Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals  appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

In an exclusive sponsorship agreement, Qatar Airways has become the Official Airline of the Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals 2023, the global edition of Formula 1’s not-for-profit STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education competition. 

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Esteban Ocon, Alpine A523, Lance Stroll, Aston Martin AMR23, and Logan Sargeant, Williams FW45, practice their race start procedures at the end of FP2

In an exclusive sponsorship agreement, Qatar Airways has become the Official Airline of the Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals 2023, the global edition of Formula 1’s not-for-profit STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education competition. 

Taking place September 10-13 in Singapore, a record-breaking number of participants are expected to attend the Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals, with over 450 students competing. Under the sponsorship agreement, all participants will be eligible for a substantial discount on Qatar Airways flights, as well as in-flight upgrades and excursions.

 Charles Leclerc, Ferrari SF-23

As part of the partnership, Qatar Airways is also the sponsor of the Enterprise Portfolio award at the event. Dedicated to the marketing, finance, and sponsorship element of the competition, the recipient of the award will be determined by a panel of judges comprised of industry professionals and chaired by former Jordan and Jaguar F1 Technical Director Gary Anderson. The award will be presented by Mr Jared Lee, Vice President Sales of Qatar Airways South East Asia (SEA), Southwest Pacific & Indian Subcontinent (SWP & ISC), at the World Finals awards ceremony, to be held on September 13, at Resorts World Sentosa.

Andrew Denford, Founder and CEO of F1 in Schools, commented on the new sponsorship agreement: “We are delighted to welcome Qatar Airways as the Official Airline of our global event. In Singapore, we will see students from all corners of the world come together to experience an opportunity of a lifetime, and Qatar Airways has played an invaluable role in making it possible for many. To have the support of the World’s Best Airline is truly fantastic for F1 in Schools, and we look forward to continuing our journey together.”

 Lando Norris, McLaren MCL60, leads Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing RB19, and Oscar Piastri, McLaren MCL60, on the opening lap

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said:  “Qatar Airways is immensely proud to be flying over 450 students and members of staff from institutions around the world, facilitating the world’s most exciting STEM challenge and bringing our partner Formula 1 to classrooms. Our dedication to sport, passion for Formula 1, and commitment to fostering innovation, go hand in hand with our belief in using education to nurture the world leaders of tomorrow. By engaging with talented students in this competition, we aim to ignite their passion for learning, fuel their creativity, and pave the way for a brighter future in the aviation and motorsport industries, and beyond.”

As the current Official Airline of Formula 1 and title partner for three Grand Prix, Qatar Airways has a close existing partnership with Formula 1 that has now extended to the sport’s educational arm.

 

 

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways launches codeshare with Xiamen Airlines https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-launches-codeshare-with-xiamen-airlines/ Mon, 11 Sep 2023 03:32:51 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=844708 The post Qatar Airways launches codeshare with Xiamen Airlines appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways is pleased to announce a new codeshare partnership with Xiamen Airlines, the first Chinese airline to operate passenger nonstop flights from Mainland China to Qatar.

Qatar Airways is pleased to announce a new codeshare partnership with Xiamen Airlines, the first Chinese airline to operate passenger nonstop flights from Mainland China to Qatar.

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Qatar Airways is pleased to announce a new codeshare partnership with Xiamen Airlines, the first Chinese airline to operate passenger nonstop flights from Mainland China to Qatar. Under the cooperation agreement, Xiamen Airlines will launch daily flights between Beijing’s Daxing International Airport and Hamad International Airport, the home of Qatar Airways with its modern and state-of-the art Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

The flights, which will commence on 20 October 2023, arrive in Doha at 22:45 and leave at 02:00 providing passengers optimal connections to key markets in Qatar Airways’ leading global network beyond Doha, in the Middle East, Africa and Europe.

In addition to the flights from Beijing, Xiamen Airlines will also launch two weekly flights from Xiamen, the special economic zone of Fujian Sheng province, to Doha. The flights commence on 31 October 2023 and offer the same seamless connectivity to Qatar Airways’ network as the Beijing flights, arriving to Doha from Xiamen at 05:00 and departing in the evening at 19:30.

Qatar Airways will codeshare on these new flights, which will greatly enhance its presence in Mainland China, that comprises 6 destinations with a total of 31 weekly flights operated by Qatar Airways followed by double daily flights to Hong Kong. As part of the new agreement, Xiamen Airlines will place its marketing code on Qatar Airways flights to and from Beijing.

Xiamen Airlines was founded in 1984 and is a member of the SkyTeam Alliance. The Five-Star airline has a reputation for its high service standards and operational excellence, offering customers a dense network of 105 destinations in China and around the world.

The new direct services from Beijing to Doha will be operated by a Boeing 787-9 that features a two-class configuration for 287 passengers, with 30 Business class seats and 257 in Economy class. The Xiamen-Doha-Xiamen service operated by a Boeing 787-8 will accommodate 237 passengers in three classes with 4 seats in First class, 18 in Business class and 215 in Economy class.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are delighted to announce this comprehensive cooperation and to welcome our new partner, Xiamen Airlines, to Hamad International Airport, our home in Qatar. We are proud and honoured that Xiamen Airlines has chosen Doha as a new destination in their network and their only destination in the Middle East. Their flights are perfectly connected to our unparalleled global network offering customers of both airlines greater choice and seamless travel experiences.”

Zhao Dong, Chairman of Xiamen Airlines said: “Both Qatar Airways and Xiamen Airlines are the winners of APEX World Class Awards in 2022 showing our shared commitment to high quality service. The partnership of two Five-Star airlines will bring wonderful flying experiences to the customers worldwide.”

 

 

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways commemorates collaboration with FIFA at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ Final https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-commemorates-collaboration-with-fifa-at-the-fifa-womens-world-cup-australia-new-zealand-2023-final/ Thu, 24 Aug 2023 01:15:33 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=842631 The post Qatar Airways commemorates collaboration with FIFA at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ Final appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA, celebrated the conclusion of a remarkable FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, engaging global and domestic audiences and continuing the legacy of collaboration between the airline and FIFA.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 20: Ivana Andres of Spain and teammates celebrate with the FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy following victory in the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Final match between Spain and England at Stadium Australia on August 20, 2023 in Sydney / Gadigal, Australia. (Photo by Elsa – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA, celebrated the conclusion of a remarkable FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, engaging global and domestic audiences and continuing the legacy of collaboration between the airline and FIFA. Adding a touch of Qatar Airways elegance to the prize ceremony, the airline’s cabin crew presented the coveted gold and silver medals to the finalists, after Spain’s 1-0 victory against England in the grand final held in Sydney on 20 August, and the bronze medals to Sweden for claiming victory as the 3rd place holder on 19 August.

As part of Qatar Airways’ dedication to bringing the excitement of the tournament closer to fans and communities, the airline also showcased the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ Winner’s Trophy in Sydney. This engaging initiative allowed fans to get up close and personal with the prestigious FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Winner’s Trophy, celebrating the remarkable athletes who competed, and reflecting Qatar Airways’ commitment to connecting people through sport.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are honoured to have been the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™. This momentous event celebrates the talent of the amazing teams on the pitch making this partnership one that aligns with our mission to connect people through sport.”

The national carrier of the State of Qatar has been a partner of FIFA since May 2017, supporting national teams and football clubs on their journey to the world’s biggest stage. As Official Airline Partner, Qatar Airways supported several competitions including the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, the FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019™, the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019™ and 2020™, the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021™ and the most recent FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.

With a network of over 160 destinations, Qatar Airways facilitates the movement of sports fans all over the world to watch their favourite teams compete. In the U.K., the airline operates 100 flights a week to Birmingham, Edinburgh, London Gatwick, London Heathrow and Manchester. In Spain, the airline has a frequency of 35 weekly flights to Barcelona, Madrid and Malaga. Qatar Airways operates 42 flights a week to Australia, including Adelaide, Brisbane,  Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Starting September 1, the airline will resume direct flights to Auckland, New Zealand which is currently served via an Adelaide tag.

As the curtains draw on the ninth edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™, Qatar Airways remains dedicated to nurturing the legacy of sportsmanship, unity, and excellence that defines both the airline and FIFA. Together, Qatar Airways and FIFA are committed to creating moments that inspire and uniting people from all walks of life.

 

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Qatar Airways increases New York frequency to three flights per day https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-increases-new-york-frequency-to-three-flights-per-day/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 03:06:44 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=842488 The post Qatar Airways increases New York frequency to three flights per day appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways will increase frequency to New York (JFK) from two to three daily flights. Offering new connections between New York and more than 80 destinations in the Middle-East, Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia, the new flights will conveniently arrive early morning and depart late evening from New York (JFK).

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Qatar Airways will increase frequency to New York (JFK) from two to three daily flights. Offering new connections between New York and more than 80 destinations in the Middle-East, Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia, the new flights will conveniently arrive early morning and depart late evening from New York (JFK).

Customers from across the U.S. will also benefit from the enhanced connectivity between JetBlue and Qatar Airways via New York. With 3 flights per day scheduled in the morning, afternoon and evening, seamless connections from Detroit, Raleigh-Durham, Orlando or Tampa, to Doha, Kathmandu, Bangkok or Johannesburg have never been easier. Members of both Loyalty Programs – Qatar Airways Privilege Club and JetBlue TrueBlue – can earn miles from each other’s expansive codeshare flights.

Qatar Airways’ strategic partnership with American Airlines also continues to expand with American Airlines launching flights from its Philadelphia hub to Doha, starting 28 October 2023. American Airlines’ new Philadelphia – Doha services will provide customers with seamless travel options and benefits by connecting to more than 90 cities across North America, Caribbean and Central America, and to more than 80 cities across Africa, the Middle-East, South Asia and Southeast Asia.

Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways will also offer customers from the West Coast improved connectivity with significant codeshare expansion and distribution enablement. During the coming weeks, guests will be able to book to more destinations beyond Doha on Alaska Airlines’ website.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker said: “We continue to offer seamless connectivity to our passengers from the U.S. market and beyond with the support of our strategic partners. Our unwavering commitment to our longstanding U.S. partners, American Airlines, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines is built on our mission to connect the world through our hub to our 160 destinations and more. We look forward to building more connections and uniting global passengers from across the world.”

Qatar Airways serves key destinations in the U.S. such as Atlanta (ATL), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), Dallas Fort Worth (DFW), Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), New York (JFK), Philadelphia (PHL), San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA), and Washington DC (IAD).

Flight schedule to New York (JFK): (all local time)

Everyday:

Doha (DOH) to New York (JFK) – Flight No. QR701: Departure 08:15; Arrival 15:05
New York (JFK) to Doha (DOH) – Flight No. QR702: Departure 20:20; Arrival 16:45+1
Doha (DOH) to New York (JFK) – Flight No. QR705: Departure 15:30; Arrival 22:20
New York (JFK) to Doha (DOH) – Flight No. QR704: Departure 10:15; Arrival 06:40+1

Daily addition as of 30 October 2023:

Doha (DOH) to New York (JFK) – Flight No. QR703: Departure 01:25; Arrival 08:15
New York (JFK) to Doha (DOH) – Flight No. QR706: Departure 01:20; Arrival 21:45

 

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Qatar Airways Holidays launches Travel Packages for the Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2023 MotoGP race https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-holidays-launches-travel-packages-for-the-qatar-airways-grand-prix-of-qatar-2023-motogp-race/ Mon, 21 Aug 2023 02:45:03 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=842387 The post Qatar Airways Holidays launches Travel Packages for the Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2023 MotoGP race appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways, the Title Sponsor of Qatar MotoGP™, and Qatar Airways Holidays – the airline’s leisure division, have launched the MotoGP™ travel packages for the upcoming Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2023 ™ race which will take place from 17-19 November 2023.

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Qatar Airways, the Title Sponsor of Qatar MotoGP™, and Qatar Airways Holidays – the airline’s leisure division, have launched the MotoGP™ travel packages for the upcoming Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2023 ™ race which will take place from 17-19 November 2023.

The Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2023 MotoGPTM Travel Packages include return flights on Qatar Airways, hotel accommodation, and race tickets that feature unique experiences across the entire racing event. Fans can choose from the Main Grandstand Qatar MotoGP™ Experience and the Qatar Airways MotoGP™ VIP Village experience. Privilege Club members can collect Avios on travel packages, and members from select countries can also use Cash + Avios to book packages.

Discover Qatar,  the airline’s destination management company, is currently offering tickets only to the Main Grandstand Qatar MotoGP™ for all three race days.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “It gives Qatar Airways great pride to support MotoGP™ and help fans travel to our beautiful home in Qatar. The Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2023 gives fans the exclusive opportunity to experience the distinguished Lusail International Circuit, a course that has cemented itself as one of the most, highly coveted racing venues for premier motorcycle road racing. It is an event that motorsport devotees do not want to miss out on.”

With the Main Grandstand at the Lusail International Circuit located at the heart of the track, ticket holders will have a clear view of the start line, grid ceremony, pitstops during the race, and finish line, as well as a view of the podium ceremony and trophy presentation after the race.

Main Grandstand Qatar MotoGP™  travel packages include:
Return flights, Accommodation, Entrance for all three days of the event, Access to the free seating within Main Grandstand, Access to MotoGP™ Fan Zone inclusive of live entertainment, activities for adults  and kids and food court, Access to MotoGP™ merchandising and other merchandising outlets, Easy access to free parking

The Qatar Airways MotoGP™ VIP Village, located above the pit garages inside the paddock area, allows fans to enjoy the track action with exceptional hospitality, synonymous with Qatar Airways, and provides spectacular circuit views, creating the ultimate MotoGP™ experience.

VIP Village Qatar MotoGP™ travel packages include:
Return flights, Accommodation, Access to the VIP Village on Saturday and Sunday, Access to the Grandstand on Friday, Prime viewing spots and comfortable seating, Live race coverage on TV screens, Pit Lane Walk on Saturday and Sunday, Meet and Greet and Q&A Session with world-class drivers, Official programme on Sunday, Refreshments served all day at the complimentary bar.

The 2023 MotoGP™ race will take place at the world-renowned Lusail International Circuit, which lies on the outskirts of Doha, the capital city of Qatar. The track itself is laid out across 5.4 kilometres, surrounded by artificial grass designed to prevent sand from the neighbouring desert from blowing onto the circuit. The main straight is over a kilometre in length, and the track has a stellar mix of medium and high-speed corners, including multiple quick left-handers, which has proved particularly popularity with drivers.

Qatar Airways as a brand is committed to supporting sports globally, helping fans travel to their favourite events around the world. The national carrier of the State of Qatar is the Official Airline of Formula 1® (F1), Concacaf, Paris-Saint Germain, the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon Series, the Global Kitesurfing Association, the United Rugby Championship (URC) and European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR), and multiple other disciplines including Australian football, basketball, cricket, equestrian, motor racing, squash, and tennis.

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways Cup on the Line as the Springboks and All Blacks Clash at Twickenham Stadium on Friday, 25 August https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-cup-on-the-line-as-the-springboks-and-all-blacks-clash-at-twickenham-stadium-on-friday-25-august/ Wed, 16 Aug 2023 04:14:18 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=841951 The post Qatar Airways Cup on the Line as the Springboks and All Blacks Clash at Twickenham Stadium on Friday, 25 August appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

One of rugby’s greatest rivalries, between South Africa and New Zealand, will be reignited at Twickenham Stadium later this month with the two nations playing for a brand-new trophy, the Qatar Airways Cup on Friday, 25 August at 7.30pm.

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One of rugby’s greatest rivalries, between South Africa and New Zealand, will be reignited at Twickenham Stadium later this month with the two nations playing for a brand-new trophy, the Qatar Airways Cup on Friday, 25 August at 7.30pm.

With Qatar Airways as Title Sponsor of this fixture, rugby fans from South Africa, New Zealand, the UK and around the world have the perfect means to attend this compelling match-up. The seven-time winner of the “World’s Best Airline” as voted by Skytrax, will take centre stage as the match Naming Rights Partner, and also be the broadcast partner for the Sky Sports coverage in the UK.

Qatar Airways facilitates the movement of rugby fans all over the world to watch their favourite teams compete. The airline flies to more than 160 destinations, including Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg in South Africa. It will also resume direct flights to Auckland, New Zealand on 1 September this year.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is honoured to be the Title Sponsor and Naming Rights Partner for this match at Twickenham Stadium, hosting one the greatest rivalries in competitive sports history. The South Africa and New Zealand teams are giants in the world of rugby and we are excited to be part of this journey, while uniting the fans before the start of world cup. Qatar Airways has a long history of supporting global sports, including rugby, Formula 1 and football. We believe in bringing people from all over the world closer together through travel and sport and are proud to continue the expansion of our sports partnership’s portfolio.”

TEG Rugby Live Managing Director, Stephen Cottrell, said: “This partnership with Qatar Airways for this historic match shows the significance of the game, the first time these two nations have played at Twickenham Stadium since 2015. The Springbok and the All Blacks are the last two world cup winners and genuine powerhouses in the game. We expect the match to sell out and encourage supporters to snap up the final few tickets so they don’t miss out on a rare opportunity to see these two nations head-to-head on English soil.”

The All Blacks won the latest clash between the two teams in the Rugby Championship beating the Springboks 35-20 in Auckland.  It has been eight years since the Springboks and the All Blacks met at Twickenham.

Qatar Airways is proud Title Sponsor and Naming Rights Partner of the Qatar Airways Cup – a match between current World Champions the Springboks and the All Blacks at Twickenham Stadium, London 25 August, KO 7.30pm.

 

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Qatar Airways unveils new livery ahead of FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2023 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-unveils-new-livery-ahead-of-formula-1-qatar-airways-qatar-grand-prix-2023/ Tue, 15 Aug 2023 04:35:02 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=841853 The post Qatar Airways unveils new livery ahead of FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways revs up excitement with unveiling of new Formula 1® livery ahead of the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2023. 

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Qatar Airways revs up excitement with unveiling of new Formula 1® livery ahead of the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2023. Celebrate the unmatched motorsport experience with Qatar Airways Holidays’ Ultimate F1® Fan Packages which include access to the Geneva International Motor Show in Qatar

DOHA, Qatar – As the Official Global Airline Partner of Formula 1®, Qatar Airways is delighted to announce its title sponsorship of the highly anticipated FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2023 which will be held from 6-8 October at Lusail International Circuit. To rev up the excitement and reflect its commitment to motorsport enthusiasts worldwide, the airline is thrilled to unveil its new Formula 1® livery painted on a specially branded Boeing 777 aircraft.

Qatar Airways’ leisure arm, Qatar Airways Holidays, is offering enthusiasts a unique experience at F1® races throughout the season, as well as the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2023 through its exclusive Ultimate F1® Fan Package. The travel packages are designed to provide a seamless motorsport experience, with the inclusion of return flights, hotel accommodation, a wide range of passes including F1® Paddock Club and Grandstand race tickets, and much more.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive and Chairman of Qatar Tourism, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The months of October and November will deliver a collection of world-class automotive activities dedicated to fans around the world. As the Official Global Airline Partner of Formula 1, we are honoured to host international visitors to Qatar; once again delivering our unparalleled hospitality and bringing the world closer together through sport.”

Abdulrahman bin Abdullatif Al Mannai, President of the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation and Lusail International Circuit, said: “I would like to take this opportunity to thank Qatar Airways, our Official Sponsor, for their support. The partnership between Lusail International Circuit and Qatar Airways will play a pivotal role in bringing together global FORMULA 1® fans in Qatar. Our new state-of-the-art track will ensure we deliver a seamless and unforgettable experience for local, regional, and international spectators. We look forward to welcoming F1 fans from all over the globe.”

From 20 September – 10 October on select flights, Qatar Airways passengers can enjoy delicacies inspired by the airline’s partnership with Formula 1®. These branded menus reflect F1® themed desserts in Business and Economy Class, ensuring passengers’ taste buds experience an array of exciting flavours.

The Ultimate F1® Fan Package offers unforgettable experiences of Pit Lane walks, a guided track tour, and special events with select F1® drivers, bringing motorsport lovers close to the high-octane action. The unique package also provides fans with complimentary access to the renowned Geneva International Motor Show taking place for the first time in Qatar from 5-14 October, adding an extra touch of glamour to this unforgettable event. To secure these one-of-a-kind packages, fans can visit: qatarairways.com/F1.

Qatar Airways is committed to supporting sports globally, helping fans travel to their favourite events around the world. The national carrier of the State of Qatar is the Official Airline of Formula 1®, Concacaf, Paris-Saint Germain, the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon Series, the United Rugby Championship (URC) and European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR), and multiple other disciplines including Australian football, basketball, cricket, equestrian, motor racing, squash, and tennis.

 

 

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Qatar Airways gets-set for Races at Goodwood https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-gets-set-for-races-at-goodwood/ Thu, 03 Aug 2023 07:49:34 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=840593 The post Qatar Airways gets-set for Races at Goodwood appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways saddles up its horses and prepares for another chapter of Qatar Goodwood Festival, in partnership with Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC).

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Qatar Airways saddles up its horses and prepares for another chapter of Qatar Goodwood Festival, in partnership with Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC). National guests of Qatar in London are invited to attend this year’s edition of the prestigious race in Goodwood Racecourse from 01 – 05 August, 2023.

Enhanced with the charm of English countryside, Qatar Goodwood Festival is sponsored by Qatar Airways for the fifth time this summer. The airline is excited to welcome local horses and riders into one of the most prominent equestrian events.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “It brings us great pleasure to showcase our country’s admiration for this noble sport by sponsoring the Qatar Goodwood Festival. Horseracing is embedded in our fibre, as it is a symbol of our history, passion and national culture. This festival brings a fusion of tradition and glamour, enhanced by adrenaline that is suitable for all racegoers. I wish all participants of the equestrian races the best of luck.”

Horseracing has been part of Goodwood since 1802 when the 3rd Duke of Richmond introduced the sport. Today, there are 19 unique race days including the Qatar Goodwood Festival. Visitors of the Qatar Goodwood Festival can enjoy an unforgettable sequence of races, sponsored by the award-winning airline:

Tuesday, 01 August

  • 16:35 – The Al Shaqab Cup Stakes (Group 1)

Wednesday, 02 August

  • 13:15 – The Qatar Sussex Stakes (Group 1)
  • 15:35 – The Qatar International Stakes (Group 1 PA)

Thursday, 03 August

  • 15:35 – The Qatar Nassau Stakes (Group 1)

Friday, 04 August

  • 15:35 – The King George Qatar Stakes (Group 2)

Saturday, 05 August

  • 15:00 – The Qatar Lillie Langtry (Group 2)

As part of Qatar Airways’ vision of bringing communities together through sports, the airline is also a sponsor for the Qatar Prix De L’Arc De Triomphe, which will take place in Paris Longchamp, in addition to other equestrian festivals, such as H.H. The Amir Sword Festival and the Qatar International Derby.

 

 

 

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Iberia joins British Airways and Qatar Airways to expand the world’s largest airline joint business https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/iberia-joins-british-airways-and-qatar-airways-to-expand-the-worlds-largest-airline-joint-business/ Thu, 27 Jul 2023 02:00:36 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=838962 The post Iberia joins British Airways and Qatar Airways to expand the world’s largest airline joint business appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways, British Airways, and Iberia, the national carriers of Qatar, the United Kingdom, and Spain are joining forces.

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Qatar Airways, British Airways, and Iberia, the national carriers of Qatar, the United Kingdom, and Spain are joining forces. Together, Qatar Airways and British Airways already operate the world’s largest airline joint business covering more than 60 countries. Beginning in July, Iberia is joining the partnership in a move that will transform connectivity for global travellers.

As a result of the joint business, Iberia will add a new daily service from its hub, Madrid Barajas International Airport, flights to Hamad International Airport (voted Best Airport in the Middle East for the 9th consecutive year by Skytrax), starting 11 December 2023. Passengers will be able to connect to more than 200 destinations through the three global airlines. Together, Iberia’s and Qatar Airways’ expanded service will operate three times daily on the route, providing unrivalled connectivity between the Iberian Peninsula and key markets in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Iberia will operate the Airbus A330-200, with 288 seats in Business and Economy cabins. The partnership’s expansion provides customers with more options than ever from a wide geographic range of destinations, flight schedules, fares, and seamless connectivity via Doha, London, and Madrid, as well as a larger selection of award-winning products, including Qatar Airways’ Qsuite, Iberia’s Business Class, and British Airways’ Club Suite.

Whether for leisure or business, travellers from Spain and Portugal will be able to connect to a fantastic range of new destinations. Relaxing in the Maldives and Seychelles, adventuring in Tanzania and Nepal, cultural holidays in India and Oman, shopping in Singapore and Thailand, or visiting friends and family in Australia and Hong Kong, all become more reachable with more choices than ever.

Furthermore, customers from across the Middle-East, Africa, Asia, and Australia can enjoy seamless travel to Madrid, Lisbon, Ibiza, Malaga, Gran Canaria, and tens of other destinations across Spain and Portugal.

Marking a world first, members of British Airways Executive Club, Iberia Plus, and Qatar Airways Privilege Club can collect and spend using their common currency, Avios. Loyalty members are able to transfer Avios between accounts and combine their balances to claim rewards offered by each programme.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker said: “At Qatar Airways, we believe in connecting travellers to their destinations of choice and our recent enhancement to the highly successful joint business with British Airways, includes the addition of another oneworld member, Iberia. Our passengers will now have more opportunities than ever to connect to different destinations across the British Airways, Iberia, and Qatar Airways’ networks. This collaborative effort comes as part of our commitment to continuously improve the offerings available to our passengers and provide them with the best in the industry.”

British Airways’ Chairman and CEO, Sean Doyle, said: “Last year we expanded our joint business partnership with Qatar Airways with the addition of 42 countries, and I’m so pleased to see it growing even further as we welcome Iberia on board. We’re committed to offering our customers as much choice as possible, and working so closely with our partners in Madrid and Doha connects British Airways to more than 200 destinations globally.”

Iberia CEO, Fernando Candela, commented: “Joining the QJB with Qatar Airways and British Airways is excellent news for our customers. We are really excited about the launch of our Madrid-Doha route. Through QJB hubs in London and Doha, we are building the much-desired bridge between Spain and more than 200 destinations in Asia, Australasia, the Middle-East, and Africa, and offering new opportunities for travelers in both directions. Our country is moving towards a new model of higher-quality tourism and, with the Madrid-Doha launching, we are making a breakthrough.”

 

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Qatar Airways touches down its inaugural flight to Toulouse, France https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-touches-down-its-inaugural-flight-to-toulouse-france/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 08:14:04 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=838039 The post Qatar Airways touches down its inaugural flight to Toulouse, France appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has begun its new direct service from Doha, Qatar to Toulouse, France, this July, marking Qatar Airways’ latest efforts to expand its network in France.

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Qatar Airways has begun its new direct service from Doha, Qatar to Toulouse, France, this July, marking Qatar Airways’ latest efforts to expand its network in France. The highly anticipated inaugural flight becomes the fourth destination in France after the airline’s recent additions of Nice and Lyon.

Passengers were greeted with French delicacies and music at the departure gate of Hamad International Airport (DOH). Onboard the inaugural flight, QR047 carried esteemed passengers including Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, as well as the Ambassador of France to the State of Qatar, His Excellency Mr. Jean-Baptiste Faivre. The flight was received by the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to France, His Excellency Sheikh Ali bin Jassem Al Thani, and the Chairman of the Board of Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, Mr. Philippe Crébassa.

The new direct service to Toulouse is operated by an Airbus A330-200, with 24 Business Class seats and 236 Economy Class seats. Synonymous with excellence, the inaugural flight included a French curated dining menu to all its passengers, as well as a box of the luxurious Pierre Hermé macarons and various other giveaways at both the departure and arrival gates to celebrate the new route.

A press conference was held by Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, and by the Chairman of the Board of Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, Mr. Philippe Crébassa to announce the national carrier of the State of Qatar’s expansion in the French market, as well as future collaborative opportunities between both exciting cities.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways’ expanded footprint into France will serve to strengthen the trade, tourism and commercial links between our two countries and, of course, set the stage for future opportunities. Our new routes such as Toulouse, Nice and Lyon consolidate Qatar Airways’ position as one of the leading carrier in France in terms of destinations.

Chairman of the Board of Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, Philippe Crébassa, said: “The opening of this route to Doha today is a proud moment for Toulouse-Blagnac Airport. We are delighted that Qatar Airways, one of the best airlines in the world, has chosen Toulouse to accelerate its development. Travellers from the south-west of France now have a direct route to the Middle East.

“The Doha hub will facilitate connections with Asia, Africa and Oceania for our French and international customers. This opening also creates new opportunities for international air freight transport from Toulouse.I would like to thank all the tourism promotion and economic development institutions in Toulouse and the Occitanie region that have worked with us on this project.”

The vibrant city of Toulouse is another must-visit destination in France. This city holds over 2,000 years of history carrying many musical and artistic traditions, creating a lively and energetic city to visit. Travellers can explore nature, art, history, sports, and most notably, its distinct architecture.

Flight schedule to Toulouse:

Every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday (all local time)

  • Doha (DOH) to Toulouse (TLS) – Flight No. QR047: Departure 08:25; Arrival 14:40
  • Toulouse (TLS) to Doha (DOH) – Flight No. QR048: Departure 16:10; Arrival 23:55

 

 

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Qatar Airways celebrates the grand finale of the Concacaf Gold Cup 2023 as the Official Airline Partner https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-celebrates-the-grand-finale-of-the-concacaf-gold-cup-2023-as-the-official-airline-partner/ Wed, 19 Jul 2023 08:47:57 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=837191 The post Qatar Airways celebrates the grand finale of the Concacaf Gold Cup 2023 as the Official Airline Partner appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways presented its world-class hospitality and commitment to excellence as the Official Airline Partner for the highly anticipated 2023 Concacaf Gold Cup Final.

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Qatar Airways presented its world-class hospitality and commitment to excellence as the Official Airline Partner for the highly anticipated 2023 Concacaf Gold Cup Final. The thrilling match took place on 16 July at the SoFi Stadium in California, USA.

In a remarkable showcase of talent, the Final crowned the men’s national team champion of North America, Central America and the Caribbean, with Mexico emerging victorious, defeating Panama with a scoreline of 1-0. After a competition that included 24 participating Concacaf Member Associations, and Qatar which attended the tournament as a guest nation, the Gold Cup was a true testament to the spirit of competition and the passion for football shared across the region.

Adding a touch of elegance and hospitality to the awards ceremony, Qatar Airways’ cabin crew were present on ground to bestow the medals to the deserving players.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive and Chairman of Qatar Tourism, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Our goal is to play a pivotal role in enhancing the overall experience of sports events that connect people of various cultures. We are proud to have been the Official Airline Partner for the 2023 Concacaf Gold Cup. This event showcased the immense talent and passion for football in the region. At Qatar Airways, we believe in the power of sports to bring people together and create unforgettable moments.

Congratulations to Mexico and Panama for an exhilarating match, and to all the players who participated in this massive tournament. We are honoured to have played a role in making this event a resounding success.”

“The 17th edition of the Concacaf Gold Cup set both viewership and attendance records. We are very proud of the ongoing evolution of this important competition and how it continues to cement itself as the pinnacle of the sport within our region. We want to thank Qatar Airways for their tremendous support in helping us bring our fans closer to the game and the teams they love. It is only fitting that we closed the competition with the cabin crew on stage helping deliver the most important moment in the competition, the champion medals” said Concacaf Chief Commercial Officer Heidi Pellerano.

The Concacaf Gold Cup is the confederation’s premier event for national teams, crowning a champion every two years. Initially involving eight teams, the Gold Cup has developed into a competition of 16 nations, which qualify via the Concacaf Nations League and the Gold Cup Prelims.

In July 2021, Qatar Airways and Concacaf signed a multi-year sponsorship agreement, presenting a great opportunity for the airline to connect with fans across the North, Central American and Caribbean regions, where football is deeply embedded in the culture and lifestyle. Qatar Airways kicked off the partnership with the Concacaf Gold Cup 2021, which featured the Qatar National Football team who participated as a guest nation in the successful tournament.

The national carrier of the State of Qatar continues to rebuild its network, which currently stands at over 160 destinations, with 12 North American gateways. Qatar Airways offers over 100 weekly flights across North America to gateways including Atlanta (ATL), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), New York (JFK), Philadelphia (PHL), San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA) and Washington, D.C. (IAD). Qatar Airways offers unrivalled connectivity to passengers, making it easy for them to change their travel dates or destinations as needed.

Qatar Airways as a brand is committed to supporting sports globally, helping fans travel to their favourite events around the world. The national carrier of the State of Qatar is the Official Airline of Formula 1® (F1), Concacaf, Paris-Saint Germain, the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon Series, the Global Kitesurfing Association, the United Rugby Championship (URC) and European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR), and multiple other disciplines including Australian football, basketball, cricket, equestrian, motor racing, squash, and tennis.

 

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Qatar Airways Group reports record revenues with strong profits as expansion continues https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-group-reports-record-revenues-with-strong-profits-as-expansion-continues/ Mon, 10 Jul 2023 01:45:06 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=833428 The post Qatar Airways Group reports record revenues with strong profits as expansion continues appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways Group has again reported a strong financial performance as the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 publishes its annual report for 2022/23.

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Qatar Airways Group has again reported a strong financial performance as the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 publishes its annual report for 2022/23. The airline credits the positive results to its successful strategy during an extraordinary year for the Group as FIFA’s Official Partner and Official Airline of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ along with its premium product focused on delivering world-class customer experience as well as the commitment of its worldwide employees.

Qatar Airways Group reported a net profit of QAR 4.4 billion (US$ 1.21 billion) during the fiscal year 2022/23. Overall revenue increased to QAR 76.3 billion (US$ 21.0 billion), up 45 per cent compared to last year. Passenger revenue increased by 100 per cent over last year, on a capacity increase of 31 per cent driven by nine per cent higher yields and a load factor of 80 per cent – both highest in the airline’s history, resulting in a sustainable increase in market share. Qatar Airways carried 31.7 million passengers, an increase of 71 per cent over last year. The continued focus on customer experience, loyalty, digitalisation, and sustainability has placed Qatar Airways on a strong platform for the future.

Privilege Club, the Qatar Airways loyalty programme, also witnessed significant growth in numerous new global and local partnerships, and enhanced proposition and revenues supported by the adoption of Avios as its currency. Privilege Club members now have the ability to access Qatar Airways Group using the Avios currency for payment in Qatar Duty Free, Discover Qatar, and Qatar Holidays, in addition to the existing list of leading global brands.

Qatar Airways Cargo maintained its position as the world’s leading air cargo carrier throughout the 2022/23 financial year, forging ahead with a strategic focus on growth, sustainability and digitalisation, and supporting the continuity of global trade despite ongoing market challenges.

The Group generated strong EBITDA Margin of 23 per cent at QAR 17.8 billion (US$ 4.9 billion). EBITDA was higher than the previous year by QAR 110 million (US$ 30.2 million) due to streamlined, agile, and fit-for-purpose operations across all business areas. These positive earnings reflect the expansion of the Qatar Airways’ passenger and cargo networks, and deliver on the commitment to build further customer and trade loyalty and product excellence combined with strong cost control.

As the national carrier of the State of Qatar, the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ proved to the world its agile response by transporting 1.4 million passengers to the hugely successful event on its network. Qatar Airways network grew to more than 160 destinations in 2022/23. Qatar Airways resumed operations to thirteen destinations namely Amritsar, India; Beijing, China; Denpasar, Indonesia; Geneva, Switzerland; London Gatwick, UK; Luxor, Egypt; Nagpur, India; Perth, Australia; Qassim, Saudi Arabia; Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina; Shanghai, China; Taif, Saudi Arabia; and Windhoek, Namibia. Moreover in 2022/23, the airline launched two new routes to Dusseldorf, Germany; and Santorini, Greece, providing more travel choices and greater connectivity for its passengers.

Minister of State for Energy and Qatar Airways Group Chairman, Saad Bin Sharida Al-Kaabi, said: “I am delighted to announce that Qatar Airways Group has demonstrated another remarkable annual performance. Qatar’s transportation sector is an emblem of its interconnectivity, connecting people from around the world and increasing business connections throughout the region. Qatar is proud to have hosted fans from around the world during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, delivering one of the best FIFA World Cups in history. Qatar has set an unparalleled benchmark for tournament security and safety, creating a family-friendly destination of choice.”

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “This year’s strong financial results are attributed to the strong passenger demand recovery and the team’s ability to cater to this demand, aided by our continuing network growth, market leadership, and the operational efficiencies delivered by our world beating team. Profitability has been driven by a 100 per cent increase in passenger revenues in the last year. Load factors exceeding 80 per cent, and the current yield levels are the highest in our history. As the global travel recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we have managed to retain the high levels of trust, reliability and confidence with our customers. As a result, we maintained our position as the airline of choice for millions of passengers worldwide and our team carried 31.7 million passengers, which is an increase of 71 per cent over last year.”

As FIFA’s Official Partner and Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, the Group upheld its commitment to unite people through the power of sport throughout the 2022/23 fiscal period. Over the period of the tournament, Qatar Airways operated some 14,000 flights bringing more than 1.4 million fans from all six continents to Qatar, to witness the greatest sporting show on Earth. Five billion fans engaged with the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ across the tournament delivering vast media return on investment to the Qatar Airways brand and more than 63 per cent media return than the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™. The social media engagement of the tournament increased followers by more than 83 per cent.

Located conveniently within a six-hour flight from more than 80 per cent of the world’s population, Hamad International Airport (HIA) is ideal for business or leisure travellers. Hamad International Airport Phase B expansion started in January 2023, and will see airport capacity increase to 70 million passengers annually. At the 2023 Skytrax World Airport Awards, HIA was ranked the Second-Best Airport in the World and World Best Airport Shopping. Additionally, HIA was ranked Best Airport in the Middle East for the ninth time in a row.

 

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Qatar Airways touches down in Lyon, France https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-touches-down-in-lyon-france/ Thu, 06 Jul 2023 03:00:46 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=832222 The post Qatar Airways touches down in Lyon, France appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has landed its inaugural flight to the French city of Lyon, with the new direct service operated by a Boeing 787-8, with four weekly flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

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Qatar Airways has landed its inaugural flight to the French city of Lyon, with the new direct service operated by a Boeing 787-8, with four weekly flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. This new route expands Qatar Airways’ presence in France, whilst also growing its global network of more than 160 destinations.

The flight was celebrated in both the Business Class and Economy Class, where passengers were welcomed with traditional French delicacies and a curated menu offering premium French cuisine. The Director of Commercial and Marketing of the Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport, M. Pierre Grosmaire, welcomed the inaugural flight from Doha, alongside Qatar Airways Vice President of Sales, Europe, Mr. Eric Odone.

Lyon is Qatar Airways’ third destination in France, with the airline continuing its services to Paris and Nice. Widely known as the culinary capital of France, Lyon is studded with countless Michelin star certified restaurants. The charming city also attracts film lovers owing to its heritage as the birthplace of cinema. Travellers are invited to experience unforgettable culinary experiences and film festivals celebrating the silver screen in a city that is also recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The new direct service to Lyon will be operated by a Boeing 787-8 which features 22 Business Class seats and 232 Economy Class seats. The city also serves as a prime gateway to experience the nearby Alpine mountainous range.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “I am delighted to announce the launch of Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight to the renowned French city of Lyon. Qatar and France mutually benefit from a longstanding strategic partnership in various fields, including diplomacy, trade, and tourism. Our expanded network in France is a testament to our successful cooperation, and we look forward to welcoming French and European passengers to travel through our hub, Hamad International Airport, for seamless and captivating journeys to more than 160 global destinations”.

Chairman of the Management Board of Aéroports de Lyon, Tanguy Bertolus, said: “This new international destination from Lyon illustrates VINCI Airports’ know-how in the development of new routes, and demonstrates the quality of its relations with various airlines. This connection between the capital of Qatar and Lyon will further strengthen the appeal of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, as well as the Lyon metropolitan area by offering more options to and from the Middle East and Asia, particularly in Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand.”

 

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways takes QVerse to new heights https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-takes-qverse-to-new-heights/ Mon, 12 Jun 2023 02:30:13 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=823008 The post Qatar Airways takes QVerse to new heights appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

QVerse users will be offered up to 10 per cent off on Premium and Economy Class fares to more than 160 destinations worldwide.

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QVerse users will be offered up to 10 per cent off on Premium and Economy Class fares to more than 160 destinations worldwide. Qatar Airways has introduced new QVerse environments allowing users to navigate their travel arrangements in an immersive digital experience prior to entering an airport. The World’s Best Airline is inviting all to feel what it is like to fly in the future with its MetaHuman cabin crew ‘Sama’ – named after ‘sky’ in Arabic – who assists with a journey through Qatar Airways’ various First Class check-in counters, Premium Lounges, and Business and Economy Class cabins.

The online experience has been augmented to include the new Business Class Suite and Economy Class in the Boeing 787-9; and the Qsuite and Economy Class in the Airbus A350-1000. Passengers can now also explore the oasis of luxury in the Al Safwa First Class Lounge and the tranquillity of the Al Mourjan Business Class lounge at Hamad International Airport (HIA).

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Technological advances have opened up a new world of opportunities to enhance the digital offerings available to our customers. As we continually strive to provide excellence at every step, the online booking journey is no exception which is why we have invested in QVerse. Passengers can now virtually experience our award-winning services at Hamad International Airport and onboard our aircraft.”

QVerse users will get the chance to utilise a discount up to 10 per cent while exploring the new environments, which can then be used when booking Premium or Economy Class tickets with Qatar Airways.

QVerse users will have the opportunity to try out the Qatar Airways immersive experience, ahead of securing their bookings on Qatar Airways’ network of over 160 destinations. While roaming the QVerse, passengers will be presented the airline’s most competitive fares for the upcoming six months. Users can also continue exploring with a sampling of the onboard cabins, ranging from seat features to a taste of the Business and Economy Class dinning menus.

International travellers can now explore the products and services of the ‘World’s Best Airline’ in over 10 languages including Arabic, Chinese (traditional), Chinese (simplified), English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Thai.

Qatar Airways originally entered the metaverse world with the launch of its novel virtual reality experience QVerse in April 2022. Originally, the environments that were available for users to explore included the Premium Check-in area at HIA, the award-winning Business Class – Qsuite, and the Economy Class cabin of the Boeing 777-300, via their Personal Electronic Devices. The National Carrier of the State of Qatar was the first global airline to introduce a MetaHuman cabin crew offering a digital interactive customer journey.

 

 

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Qatar Airways: Official Airline of the United Rugby Championship concludes a valiant 2023 Season https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-official-airline-of-the-united-rugby-championship-concludes-a-valiant-2023-season/ Tue, 30 May 2023 03:59:24 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=815929 The post Qatar Airways: Official Airline of the United Rugby Championship concludes a valiant 2023 Season appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of the United Rugby Championship (URC), concluded its participation in the 2023 season at the URC Grand Final on 27 May, congratulating Munster at DHL Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of the United Rugby Championship (URC), concluded its participation in the 2023 season at the URC Grand Final on 27 May, congratulating Munster at DHL Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa.

The clash in Cape Town represented the pinnacle of elite club rugby. To further celebrate the match, the airline launched a social media contest where winners were invited to experience Qatar Airways’ best-in-class service via VIP hospitality tickets, and were gifted a signed Munster jersey. Additionally, Qatar Airways offered attending rugby fans a discount of up to 15 per cent on flights upon joining the airline’s Privilege Club.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “As a proud partner of the United Rugby Championship, we are committed to enhancing the rugby experience for fans worldwide. Rugby is a globally beloved sport, and we are excited to provide more opportunities for fans to witness their favourite teams in action. Our growing partnership with the United Rugby Championship underscores our dedication to promoting the sport and creating unforgettable moments for rugby enthusiasts.”

In partnership with URC, the airline connected two hemispheres by helping fans travel to the URC Grand Final, facilitating global connections through the power of sport. Qatar Airways’ new partnership with URC has proven immense success – elevating the league’s global presence and fostering unparalleled growth opportunities for rugby enthusiasts worldwide.

In South Africa, the airline offers 10 weekly flights to Cape Town, as well as 21 weekly flights to Johannesburg, and four connecting flights from Johannesburg to Durban, bringing the total number to 31 weekly flights connecting passengers to more than 160 destinations worldwide.

Qatar Airways as a brand is committed to supporting sports globally, helping fans travel to their favourite events around the world. The airline is the Official Airline of Formula 1®, Paris-Saint Germain, FC Bayern, the Royal Challengers Bangalore, CONCACAF, the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon Series, the Global Kitesports Association (GKA) and GKA Kite World Tour, and multiple other disciplines including Australian football, basketball, equestrian, motor racing, squash, and tennis.

With the largest global network in the region and the Best Airport in the Middle East offering seamless and efficient connectivity to destinations across the world, Qatar Airways continues to lead the recovery of international air travel.

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways and Paris Saint-Germain Partner with Education Above All Foundation https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-and-paris-saint-germain-partner-with-education-above-all-foundation/ Thu, 18 May 2023 10:01:21 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=805627 The post Qatar Airways and Paris Saint-Germain Partner with Education Above All Foundation appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways partnered with Paris Saint-Germain football club to empower Education Above All (EAA) Foundation children through a journey of education and sports.

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Qatar Airways partnered with Paris Saint-Germain football club to empower Education Above All (EAA) Foundation children through a journey of education and sports. The airline, alongside its partners, brought children from different backgrounds together, for a once-in-a-lifetime experience with the Paris Saint-Germain football players at the Parc des Princes stadium.

The national carrier of the State of Qatar has been a long-term supporter of EAA Foundation as the resource partner of the foundation, and this latest initiative saw the collaboration with EAA’s schools, which uplifts children facing barriers to education. A dream come true, EAA Foundation children embarked on a journey to Paris where they had the opportunity to accompany the stars of Paris Saint-Germain onto the field before their exciting ‘Ligue 1’ fixture.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker said: “At Qatar Airways, we see the value in supporting and inspiring young people who face barriers to education, which is why we have supported the Educate A Child programme by EAA since 2014. After hosting the biggest sporting event the Middle East has ever seen, the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM, we have come to see the role of football in education and its contribution to the overall development of young people.

“We believe that this collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain football club and EAA Foundation brings together education and sports to nurture young minds and inspire more children to participate in sports, which in turn equips them with valuable life skills.”

Education Above All Foundation’s CEO, Fahad Al Sulaiti, shared his thoughts on the unique partnership: “Sports, particularly football, have an unparalleled capacity to empower and enlighten. They instill invaluable qualities in our youth – teamwork, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence – values that resonate beyond the sporting realm. Our collaboration with Qatar Airways and Paris Saint-Germain has breathed life into these lessons, turning dreams into reality for these children as they join the Paris Saint-Germain stars on the field. This experience transcends the extraordinary; it’s a powerful endorsement of their potential and a shining example of what teamwork can achieve. It ignites a spark that we hope illuminates their educational journey. On behalf of the entire EAA Foundation, I extend a heartfelt thank you to Qatar Airways and Paris Saint-Germain for their steadfast dedication to empowering our future generations through education and sports. Collectively, we’re making an enduring impact.”

Fabien Allegre, Paris Saint-Germain Chief Brand Officer and Paris Saint-Germain Foundation/Endowment Fund Deputy Director, added: “Paris Saint-Germain and the Paris Saint-Germain Foundation/Endowment fund are very pleased to support Qatar Airways’ Education Above All program. This joint commitment is the natural continuation of our partnership. We share with Qatar Airways the same commitment to help young people take-off and reach their full potential.”

Combining the power of education and football, the children created lifelong memories, participating in training with the Paris Saint-Germain Foundation, as well as exploring the mesmerising city. The journey was curated to capture the excitement of Paris, experience the passion of supporting France’s most successful football team, and embody the virtues of sport such as teamwork, co-operation, focus, and discipline.

EAA is a Global Foundation established in 2012, with the aim of building a movement that contributes to human social and economic development through quality education and other welfare programmes and initiatives. EAA currently works in over 60 countries world-wide and has supported 15 million children and youth access their fundamental right to quality education.

Since 2014, Qatar Airways has pledged its support to EAA to provide access to quality education for those children and youth facing barriers. The award-winning airline has raised approximately QAR 19.2 million by collecting donations onboard and matching those donations.

 

 

 

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Now fly with Qatar Airways, direct Doha to Auckland https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/now-fly-with-qatar-airways-direct-doha-to-auckland/ Thu, 11 May 2023 05:54:07 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=795339 The post Now fly with Qatar Airways, direct Doha to Auckland appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways is re-introducing a direct Doha to Auckland flight, which commences on 1 September 2023 and will operate seven times a week/departing daily at 01:50 local time.

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Qatar Airways is re-introducing a direct Doha to Auckland flight, which commences on 1 September 2023 and will operate seven times a week/departing daily at 01:50 local time. Qatar Airways will be operating an Airbus A350-1000 on the route with 46 Business Class and 281 Economy Class seats. A key feature of the service is the Qsuite, which is available to Business Class passengers.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The direct Doha to Auckland service augments a number of new routes announced in recent weeks and enables passengers in key European markets including the UK and Ireland to save time with this direct connection. Business Class passengers on board our Auckland flights can also enjoy the enhanced privacy of Qsuite, which has been awarded the Best Business Class Seat in the World.”

Travellers can begin booking flights from today for the resumption on 1 September 2023 and those previously booked for after 1 September travel will be re-accommodated, due to their tickets being via Adelaide to Auckland.

With the largest global network in the region and the Best Airport in the Middle East offering seamless and efficient connectivity to destinations across the world, Qatar Airways continues to lead the recovery of international air travel with the airline rebuilding its network to more than 160 destinations worldwide.

Daily Flight Schedule:

Doha (DOH) to Auckland (AKL) QR920 departs at 01:50 and arrives at 02:45 (+1) local time.
Auckland (AKL) to Doha (DOH) QR921 departs at 15:00 and arrives at 23:15 local time.

From 24 September, due to daylight saving time changes in Auckland, both QR920 and QR921 will arrive and depart one hour later, respectively.

 

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Qatar Airways’ stand opens with exhilarating experience at ATM https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-stand-opens-with-exhilarating-experience-at-atm/ Wed, 03 May 2023 05:09:39 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=790779 The post Qatar Airways’ stand opens with exhilarating experience at ATM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar held a strong presence on the first day of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) conference.

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Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar held a strong presence on the first day of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) conference. Showcasing its Formula 1® partnership, Qatar Airways garnered attention around the stand and offered ATM visitors a chance to drive its F1 simulator, and also provided a relaxing lounge area reflecting the airline’s standards of luxury and comfort, quality and hospitality all on one stand.

As recently announced, the airline significantly grew its network to over 160 destinations and focused on expansion in the Gulf region. During ATM, Qatar Airways announced  the addition of a new destination, Tabouk, Saudi Arabia, as well as the resumption of service to Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.

The airline currently flies to Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah and recently the airline announced its intention to begin services to Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE. Qatar Airways currently operates 84 weekly flights to the UAE.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are excited to showcase at this year’s Arabian Travel Market. Our commitment to offering our passengers world-class products and services remains steadfast as we continue to grow and expand our network. With exciting events lined up in Qatar, we are certain that our country will continue to thrive as a tourism hub for years to come.”

The Arab Tourism Organization recently named Doha as the Arab Tourism Capital 2023. This is a testament to Qatar’s exceptional achievements in leisure and hospitality, solidifying the country’s position as one of the world’s most sought-after destinations. Qatar Airways will highlight its partnership with Formula 1®, and its role as the world-renowned racing series’ official airline, demonstrating Qatar Airways’ dedication to supporting top-tier international sporting events and adding on to its sports sponsorship portfolio.

The Global Partner and Official Airline of F1®, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, launched travel packages allowing fans to be up-close to high-octane action, and exclusively enjoy unique experiences and special events for each F1® racing event.

This year, Qatar will host the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS Qatar 2023). This event is set to present a stunning festival highlighting the finest of the automotive industry, hosted by a pioneering and passionate nation with a true affinity for cars. Guests will be invited to navigate the future of the automotive industry while receiving the best-in-class experiences across travel, hospitality, motorsports, and culture.

Qatar Airways continues on the path of growth and success for the years ahead, owing to its industry-leading products and services, innovative approach, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

 

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Qatar Airways Holidays launches packages for the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2023 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-holidays-launches-packages-for-the-formula-1-qatar-airways-qatar-grand-prix-2023/ Thu, 13 Apr 2023 09:37:16 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=786161 The post Qatar Airways Holidays launches packages for the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways, the Global Partner and Official Airline of F1, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, announced today the launch of its exclusive travel packages for the upcoming F1 races this season.

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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing RB19, leads Carlos Sainz, Ferrari SF-23, and Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin AMR23

Qatar Airways, the Global Partner and Official Airline of F1, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, announced today the launch of its exclusive travel packages for the upcoming F1 races this season. The travel packages allow fans to be up-close to high-octane action, and exclusively enjoy unique experiences including pit lane walks, guided track tours, and special events with select F1® drivers.

Fans have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to purchase an array of flexible packages for all of the 2023 F1® race destinations, including the forthcoming Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix and Qatar Airways Gran Premio del Made in Italy e Dell’Emilia-Romagna. In addition, the airline’s Privilege Club members can also earn Avios points – the world’s leading loyalty rewards currency, based on the total value of these Ultimate F1® Fan Travel Packages.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are thrilled to introduce our F1® Travel Packages to motorsports fans around the world. We have worked hard to create these affordable packages that offer unbeatable value. The Formula 1® Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix packages offer fans the additional experience to attend the superlative Geneva International Motor Show that is taking place in Qatar from 5-14 October. The access to the most highly anticipated auto show of the year makes the Qatar Grand Prix Travel Package a guaranteed unforgettable experience and the most affordable travel package for fans.”

From start to end of their journey, the packages are designed for fans to enjoy a seamless motorsport extravaganza, with the inclusion of return flights, hotel accommodations, F1® Paddock Club or Grandstand race tickets, and much more. Motorsport enthusiasts planning to attend the Formula 1® Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2023 are encouraged to purchase the Early Bird Offer by 31 May 2023. To guarantee this unique personalised experience, fans can choose their most convenient travel package, with prices starting at $1,110 USD, by visiting: qatarairways.com/F1

 

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Qatar Airways extends partnership with Sydney Swans https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-extends-partnership-with-sydney-swans/ Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:15:07 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=783938 The post Qatar Airways extends partnership with Sydney Swans appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced it has extended its partnership with Australian Football League (AFL) club, the Sydney Swans.

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Qatar Airways has announced it has extended its partnership with Australian Football League (AFL) club, the Sydney Swans. The new agreement means that Qatar Airways will remain Official Airline Partner of the team for a multi-year term.

The partnership was first announced in 2016, marking the airline’s first foray into the AFL. As part of the agreement, Qatar Airways receives prominent branding at Sydney Swans home games and training, while supporters continue to receive special offers and giveaways throughout the season.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is pleased to announce our partnership with the Sydney Swans is being extended. We have long supported some of the best sports clubs and events in the world and we strongly believe in connecting with our global travellers through their passion for sports.

“Since we first started serving Australia in 2009, Qatar Airways has received tremendous support from the Australian community. This partnership with the Sydney Swans, one of the country’s best-supported and most elite sporting teams, marked our debut in the world of high profile Australian sports sponsorship. The extension of this partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to Australia. We look forward to continuing to share in our travellers’ love for AFL and supporting their commitment to the Sydney Swans.”

Qatar Airways as a brand is committed to supporting global sports, helping fans travel to their favourite events wherever they may be. The airline is a leading global football supporter, with partnerships including FIFA, Paris Saint-Germain, FC Bayern Munich, The Royal Challengers Bangalore and Concacaf. Additionally, Qatar Airways is the Official Airline of Formula 1®, the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 Triathlon Series, United Rugby Championship (URC), Global Kitesports Association and multiple other disciplines including equestrianism, padel, squash and tennis.

Sydney Swans CEO, Tom Harley has thanked Qatar Airways for its continued commitment to the club. “We are grateful to Qatar Airways for their continued support, with this announcement taking our partnership to a decade,” Harley said.

“We know our members have been eager to return to travel after several years of disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic and we look forward to being able to continue to bring our members special offers in partnership with Qatar Airways.”

The Australian market continues to be an area of strong growth for Qatar Airways, with the airline recently expanding services across the country. Qatar Airways currently operates 42 weekly flights to Australia, across five destinations including Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, and Sydney.

 

 

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Qatar Airways welcomes cricket giants – Royal Challengers Bangalore https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-welcomes-cricket-giants-royal-challengers-bangalore/ Tue, 28 Mar 2023 05:11:06 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=781707 The post Qatar Airways welcomes cricket giants – Royal Challengers Bangalore appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways announce their latest partnership with club cricket giants - the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), becoming the Indian Premier League (IPL) team's Official Front of Jersey Partner.

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Qatar Airways announce their latest partnership with club cricket giants – the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), becoming the Indian Premier League (IPL) team’s Official Front of Jersey Partner.

The Indian Premier 2023 season will take place between 31 March – 28 May, with the Bengaluru based cricket team playing their opening match on 2 April against the Mumbai Indians.   In the presence of 40,000 fans, RCB’s home arena – the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, hosted a special “Unboxing Event” that featured cricket legends, celebrities, team officials and the likes of cricket superstars Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis and Glen Maxwell. Fans watched the RCB squad train in an entertaining atmosphere, after which the Qatar Airways cabin crew greeted the team during a special jersey unveiling ceremony.

The airline’s leisure division – Qatar Airways Holidays, is exclusively launching all-inclusive travel packages, allowing cricket fans to attend an IPL match at the bespoke Qatar Airways hospitality lounge at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. In addition, the packages will enable fans to partake in exclusive experiences such as viewing practice sessions, signed memorabilia, player meet and greet, photo opportunity with Virat Kholi, and more. The Ultimate RCB Fan packages include return flights with Qatar Airways, premium hotel options, IPL tickets and exciting experiences. To secure packages, customers can visit the dedicated link, qatarairways.com/RCB.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said:  “We embark on a new journey with the addition of the Royal Challengers Bangalore to our extensive sports portfolio. The team has a passionate fanbase and a well-represented list of cricket legends that have played for the team. Cricket is a global game with a world-wide audience and is a powerful means of uniting people of different backgrounds. From start to end, our RCB packages will take the fan experience to the next level with a seamless journey to witness world-class cricket and entertainment.”

“Qatar Airways regards India as an important market where we operate non-stop flights from 13 Indian cities. Our operations from India also serve connections to 13 cities in North America and 35 cities in Europe through our hub – Hamad International Airport, which was awarded Skytrax World’s Best Airport award for the past two years. We are excited to partner with RCB over the next three years in what we trust will be a successful alliance.”

Chairman of Royal Challengers Bangalore and chief commercial officer of Diageo India, Prathmesh Mishra, said: “We are thrilled at the potential of the RCB – Qatar Airways partnership. The synergies between both brands serve as a robust platform to build a very strong marketing association over the next three years and beyond. Qatar Airways has a strong demonstrative history of activating world class sports marketing partnerships and we hope the RCB partnership is just as successful. The partnership and its activation will be a benchmark in the Indian sports ecosystem and adds to the aspiration of RCB on its pathway to becoming a global cricketing powerhouse and a lifestyle brand.”

The “Unboxing Event” paved the way for several entertainment activities, featuring musical performances from various acts, including international artist – Jason Derulo, who performed live at the stadium. In addition, cricket legends A.B. de Villiers and Chris Gayle’s jerseys were officially retired by the team as a mark of honour to induct them into the club’s hall of fame.

Qatar Airways has recently launched a new brand campaign in collaboration with world-renowned Indian actor, Deepika Padukone, who encapsulates the premium experience available to customers of Qatar Airways, transiting through the best airport in the Middle East – Hamad International Airport.

Qatar Airways as a brand is committed to supporting global sports, helping fans travel to their favourite events wherever they may be. The airline is a leading global football supporter, with partnerships including FIFA, Paris Saint-Germain, FC Bayern and Concacaf. Additionally, Qatar Airways is the Official Airline of Formula 1®, the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 Triathlon Series, United Rugby Championship (URC), Global Kitesports Association and multiple other disciplines including equestrianism, padel, squash and tennis.Hit for a Six: Qatar Airways Welcomes Cricket Giants – Royal Challengers Bangalore to its Diverse Sports Sponsorship Portfolio

 

 

 

 

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Discover Qatar to offer exclusive once-in-a-lifetime tours to view whale sharks this summer https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/discover-qatar-to-offer-exclusive-once-in-a-lifetime-tours-to-view-whale-sharks-this-summer/ Fri, 17 Mar 2023 01:00:12 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=778795 The post Discover Qatar to offer exclusive once-in-a-lifetime tours to view whale sharks this summer appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Discover Qatar, the destination management company of Qatar Airways, has announced that the second edition of its ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tours will begin from 18 May, 2023 and run until the end of August.

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Discover Qatar, the destination management company of Qatar Airways, has announced that the second edition of its ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tours will begin from 18 May, 2023 and run until the end of August. Daily tours and private charters can be booked exclusively through the Discover Qatar and Qatar Airways Holidays online platforms.

The once-in-a-lifetime experience departs every Thursday to Sunday for eight hours on a 40-seater catamaran, and starts from USD 249 per person. Nature enthusiasts can also avail private charters on a luxury yacht with a capacity up to 16 guests. Both tours include an expert guide, with Wi-Fi, refreshments, and breakfast and lunch provided.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker said: “Our second edition of the exclusive ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tours, offered through Discover Qatar, presents an unmissable opportunity for nature lovers to witness and interact with the grand and gentle creatures of the sea. We are proud to call Qatar a home to one of the largest congregations of Whale Sharks in the world, and remain committed to being the leading destination to connect people from all over the world with such fascinating marine life.”

Qatar has the largest concentration of Whale Sharks in the world, making it the only place visitors can see so many in a single sighting. Often referred to as ‘gentle giants’, they are estimated to have existed for 60 million years, can live up to 100 years, and grow up to 12 metres in length.

Launched in 2022, the ‘Whale Sharks of Qatar’ tour has been a resounding success, with nearly 500 explorers becoming the first to observe up to 300 Whale Sharks congregating off the north-eastern coast of Qatar. Discover Qatar have also produced a detailed e-brochure which provides more information about the tours.

 

 

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Qatar Airways reveals 7 new destinations, 11 resumptions & 35 frequency increases at ITB Berlin 2023 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-reveals-7-new-destinations-11-resumptions-35-frequency-increases-at-itb-berlin/ Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:01:37 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=777267 The post Qatar Airways reveals 7 new destinations, 11 resumptions & 35 frequency increases at ITB Berlin 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The airline adds over 655 weekly flights to summer 2023 schedule compared to 2022. Qatar Airways also celebrated its new Formula 1 partnership, and the innovative technological adaption of the QVerse

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The airline adds over 655 weekly flights to summer 2023 schedule compared to 2022. Qatar Airways also celebrated its new Formula 1 partnership, and the innovative technological adaption of the QVerse

 Qatar Airways drew major attention on the opening day of ITB Berlin 2023, the world’s largest international travel and tourism trade show, as the World’s Best Airline’s Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, unveiled new destinations, and announced flight resumptions and frequency increases during a press conference held on the first day of the exhibition.

 Highlighting the success of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Qatar Airways revealed its new sports sponsorship portfolio as well as a multitude of other projects and partnerships lined up for the year 2023, continuing on the path of bringing people together all while boosting the tourism industry in the State of Qatar. The press conference was also attended by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Mohammed Bin Saud Al-Thani, Ambassador for the State of Qatar to Germany.

At the press conference, Al Baker announced over seven new destinations planned for launch in 2023, including Chittagong, Juba, Kinshasa, Lyon, Medan, Toulouse, and Trabzon. Qatar Airways is also resuming flights to 11 destinations: Beijing, Birmingham, Buenos Aires, Casablanca, Davao, Marrakesh, Nice, Osaka, Phnom Penh, Ras Al-Khaimah, and Tokyo Haneda. Multiple destinations also saw frequency increases scheduled for the year 2023.*

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is dedicated to enrich the global community which it serves. As the World’s Best Airline, we are excited to offer more ways of bringing the world together, increasing connectivity and bridging gaps within the travel industry. As we expand our fleet, network, partnerships and international presence we look forward to working together to deliver sustainable growth and a compelling future for the industry.

“We continue to look forward to our bright future here in Qatar, with multiple projects lined up for 2023 and beyond, such as the Formula 1 partnership and much more. Qatar will continue to be a global hub of connectivity and an ideal destination for tourism, long after the great success of the historic FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.”

The world-leading travel trade show, ITB Berlin, which is a central communication and marketing annual event, showcases a range of travel exhibitors from over 180 countries and five continents, providing over 160,000 visitors with information on new products, services and facilities in the tourism industry.

Qatar Airways welcomes all guests to ITB Berlin to visit its exhibition pavilion Hall 2.2, stand 208, 208A from 7-9 March 2023. During the three-day show, the Qatar Airways booth offers a thrilling Formula 1® sports car simulator experience, showcasing the airline’s most recent sponsorship announcement. FC Bayern Munich legend Claudio Pizarro is also making a special appearance at the stand.

Representing Qatar Airways’ innovative technological adoptions, the booth is also equipped with Qatar Airways’ virtual reality experiences, ‘QVerse’, and a tour of the newly expanded Hamad International Airport terminal, The ORCHARD.

*The following destinations are slated to receive an increase in flight frequency:

  • Abuja – Port Harcourt – increased from two weekly flights to three
  • Abuja – Kano – increased from three weekly flights to four
  • Athens – increased from seven weekly flights to 14
  • Belgrade – increased from five weekly flights to seven
  • Berlin – increased from 11 weekly flights to 14
  • Bucharest – increased from 10 weekly flights to 14
  • Cairo – increased from 21 weekly flights to 28
  • Copenhagen – increased from four weekly flights to seven, and 10 from winter season 2023/24
  • Denpasar – increased from 14 weekly flights to 21
  • Dublin – increased from 12 weekly flights to 14
  • Düsseldorf – increased from seven weekly flights to 11 for winter season 2023/24
  • Edinburgh– increased from 10 weekly flights to 14
  • Hanoi – increased from 10 weekly flights to 12
  • Hong Kong – increased from 11 weekly flights to 14
  • Khartoum – increased from seven weekly flights to 14
  • Larnaca – increased from seven weekly flights to 14
  • London Gatwick – increased from seven weekly flights to 10 (14 weekly flights for peak summer season)
  • London Heathrow – increased from 42 weekly flights to 45
  • Madrid – increased from 16 weekly flights to 18
  • Manila – increased from 17 weekly flights to 18
  • Milan – increased from 16 weekly flights to 21
  • Mogadishu – increased from three weekly flights to four
  • Nagpur – increased from four weekly flights to seven
  • Oslo – increased from seven weekly flights to 12 for winter season 2023/24
  • Phuket – increased from 14 weekly flights to 21 for winter season 2023/24
  • Saigon – increased from 10 weekly flights to 12
  • Sarajevo – increased from three weekly flights to four for summer season 2023
  • Sofia – increased from three weekly flights to four weekly flights in summer and five weekly flights in winter season 2023/24
  • Stockholm – increased from three weekly flights to five for winter season 2023/24
  • Taif – increased from three weekly flights to seven
  • Vienna – increased from 10 weekly flights to 14
  • Warsaw – increased from seven weekly flights to 14 from winter season 2023/24
  • Yerevan – increased from seven weekly flights to 10
  • Zagreb – increased from four weekly flights to seven
  • Zurich – increased from 10 weekly flights to 14

 

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Doha recognised as Arab Tourism Capital 2023 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/doha-recognised-as-arab-tourism-capital-2023/ Wed, 01 Mar 2023 01:15:59 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=774891 The post Doha recognised as Arab Tourism Capital 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Doha was officially recognised as the Arab Tourism Capital 2023 by the Arab Tourism Organization for Tourism at a commemoration ceremony.

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Doha was officially recognised as the Arab Tourism Capital 2023 by the Arab Tourism Organization for Tourism at a commemoration ceremony. Held under the patronage of the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani at the Katara Cultural Village. The event took place on Arab Tourism Day (February 25), and was attended by tourism ministers, ambassadors and prominent leaders from the nations that are represented by the Arab Tourism Organization, as well as Visit Qatar’s brand ambassadors Nasser Al-Attiyah and Mutaz Barsham.

In addition to an official key handover ceremony which saw Doha being crowned the title Arab Tourism Capital for 2023, the event also featured spectacular performances by Dana Alfardan, as well as a Arda and fireworks show.

Commenting on the occasion, Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive,  Akbar Al Baker, said: “It is an honour to see Doha being named as the Arab Tourism Capital 2023 by the Arab Tourism Organization. One of the industry’s most prestigious accolades, the Arab Tourism Capital award is a testament of our exceptional achievements in leisure and hospitality. I am proud of our city’s tireless efforts that have culminated in this honourable recognition and look forward to further cementing Doha’s position as one of the world’s most sought-after leisure destinations.”

The Arab Tourism Organization declared Doha as the Arab Tourism Capital for 2023, in its 25th session at the Arab League General Secretariat Headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. The session was chaired by Jordanian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Nayef Fayez, amongst other prominent Arab leaders. Cities were evaluated based on a selection of criteria including tourism management, infrastructure and resources, safety and security, diversity of tourism activations, and preservation and protection of the environment.

By continuing to host internationally renowned events, investing in hospitality offerings and expanding into more specialised areas of tourism, Qatar is in a perfect position to meet its goal of welcoming six million visitors a year by 2030.

 

 

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oneworld’s wins Best Airline Alliance in Cellars in the Sky awards https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/oneworlds-wins-best-airline-alliance-in-cellars-in-the-sky-awards/ Fri, 24 Feb 2023 07:23:49 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=773742 The post oneworld’s wins Best Airline Alliance in Cellars in the Sky awards appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The oneworld Alliance has been named Best Airline Alliance yet again in the Cellars in the Sky Awards, in recognition of the alliance’s member airlines having the best wine in-flight.

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The oneworld Alliance has been named Best Airline Alliance yet again in the Cellars in the Sky Awards, in recognition of the alliance’s member airlines having the best wine in-flight.

oneworld’s win in the awards, organised by Business Traveller magazine, marks the 12th time that the alliance has taken home the title. Several oneworld member airlines also received medals in the Cellars in the Sky Awards:

  • American Airlines
  • British Airways
  • Cathay Pacific
  • Finnair
  • Japan Airlines
  • Qantas
  • Qatar Airways

Award winners were recognised at a special reception at the Meliá White House in London on 20 February.

Organised since 1985, the Cellars in the Sky Awards recognise the best wines served by airlines in first and business class. Winners are selected following blind wine tastings by a panel of judges who then score the wines independently.

oneworld Governing Board Chairman and Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker said: “As the world’s leading airline alliance, we aim to excel in every area and winning the Best Airline Alliance award in addition to having seven members win at the Cellar in the Sky Awards is a huge achievement, clearly reinforcing our promise to pursue excellence at every opportunity and place our customers at the heart of everything we do.”

oneworld CEO Rob Gurney said: “This award for oneworld further exemplifies our member airlines’ commitment to offering customers a memorable experience when they fly with us. We are delighted that the Cellars in the Sky Awards have continued to recognise oneworld and our member airlines for offering the best wine in-flight.”

 

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Qatar Airways’ Paris Premium Lounge re-opens https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-paris-premium-lounge-re-opens/ Fri, 10 Feb 2023 02:00:14 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=770896 The post Qatar Airways’ Paris Premium Lounge re-opens appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways re-opened its luxurious Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), complementing the airline’s triple daily flights, available for Premium passengers and eligible oneworld alliance partners.

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Qatar Airways re-opened its luxurious Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), complementing the airline’s triple daily flights, available for Premium passengers and eligible oneworld alliance partners.

The Premium Lounge features all of the facilities and qualities of the airline’s premium product, including both The Brasserie and The Global Deli, prayer rooms, business centre, shower facilities, Wi-Fi and zoned seating for more than 200 guests. Far-reaching views of Paris and the Eiffel Tower, contribute to a warm and relaxing atmosphere.

Commenting on the airline’s latest Premium Lounge re-opening, Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, stated: “This milestone illustrates our focus on continuous product enhancements. The re-opening of the Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, marks our fifth global lounge within our growing network. This further demonstrates our commitment to providing unparalleled services to our customers, especially in France.”

At more than 1,000 square metres, the Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle offers Qatar Airways First and Business Class passengers a sophisticated, modern and spacious environment in which to relax and commence their five star journey experience.

Catering to exceptional premium culinary standard, the lounge is equipped with a full kitchen for freshly-prepared à la carte orders, in addition to an existing buffet spread, offering an international menu from across the globe.

Qatar Airways Paris Premium Lounge launched its operations in 2017 to serve the growing capacity of passengers travelling with the airline from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Today, Qatar Airways operates 18 weekly flights to Paris, offering passengers with the ultimate connectivity to Skytrax’ World’s Best Airport, Hamad International Airport.

 

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QRPC members can now collect & spend Avios at HIA https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qrpc-members-can-now-collect-spend-avios-at-hia/ Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:30:12 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=767939 The post QRPC members can now collect & spend Avios at HIA appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club (QRPC) will be able to collect and spend Avios at almost 200 outlets at Hamad International Airport (HIA) in partnership with Qatar Duty Free (QDF).

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Members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club (QRPC) will be able to collect and spend Avios at almost 200 outlets at Hamad International Airport (HIA) in partnership with Qatar Duty Free (QDF). In another innovation, passengers at all departure points will be rewarded with Avios points upon check in which will be credited up to 120 minutes before flights departure.

This will allow members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club to then collect and spend Avios at the World’s Best Airport as part of their journey. Avios can be used in an expansive list of luxury fashion outlets and world-class dining options at the HIA, which has recently launched a major expansion which features a luxury shopping hub “ORCHARD” set in a tropical garden which includes one-of-a-kind brand offerings.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, stated: “We have enhanced and upgraded our redemption options for our loyalty members and we are enabling access to a truly unique airport shopping and dining experience. A first in the world initiative, this demonstrates our commitment for going the extra mile when enhancing the quality of our offerings by providing members with a seamless experience. We encourage everyone travelling through HIA to avail themselves of this experience and opportunity as there has never been an easier way to collect and spend Avios.”

Avios is the reward currency of Qatar Airways Privilege Club and preferred currency of the Airline offering its most regular flyers extraordinary payment products. Avios can be used in conjunction with cash offering a part payment option. Avios are collected when members or their nominated family members fly with Qatar Airways, oneworld airlines, plus QR’s airline partners. Avios can also be collected with more than 100 global partners and co-branded payment cards. Avios can be spent in multiple ways and the most recent enhancement is shopping and dining at Qatar Duty Free.

 

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Qatar Executive announces record year https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-executive-announces-record-year/ Thu, 26 Jan 2023 05:10:19 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=766681 The post Qatar Executive announces record year appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Executive (QE), the private jet charter division of the Qatar Airways Group, experienced significant year-over-year (YOY) growth in flight arrivals and departures at their exclusive Premium Terminal FBO during the completion of a historic FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

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Qatar Executive (QE), the private jet charter division of the Qatar Airways Group, experienced significant year-over-year (YOY) growth in flight arrivals and departures at their exclusive Premium Terminal FBO during the completion of a historic FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

Qatar Executive’s FBO, located at Doha International Airport (DIA), saw a record-first YOY increase of 595 per cent for arrivals and 574 per cent for departures between November and December in 2022. Between 18-19 December, after the FIFA World Cup Qatar™ Final, 296 jets departed from DIA.

In the lead up to the first FIFA World Cup™ in the Middle East, QE renovated the existing terminal in Doha, revitalising the FBO and thus offering customers a seamless journey both on the ground and on-board. This included upgrading their F&B and baggage handling services, training additional staff members and renovating on-site facilities. Qatar Executive also deployed the latest Wi-Fi and streaming capabilities both within the terminal and onboard their fleet, providing football fans great connectivity to stream the World Cup matches uninterrupted.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Executive’s operations grew significantly during the World Cup period, demonstrating the division’s robust FBO services, while offering the most advanced flying solutions to valued customers. Qatar Executive’s continuous growth trajectory reflects the trust of our clients and is also a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence.”

In addition, Qatar Executive added 3 more Gulfstream G650ER, with the aircraft type making up 15 of their 19 strong fleet resulting in a 25 per cent growth. This makes QE the world’s largest owner and single commercial operator of the G650ER. The Gulfstream G650ER features a state-of-the-art BR725 Rolls-Royce engine, is able to fly at record-breaking speed and range with

Outstanding fuel efficiency and capable of operating using 100 per cent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), promoting sustainable business aviation. Moreover, QE now offers two A319, one if which is set up with a VIP ambulance layout, the other with a VIP passenger layout.

The Qatar Executive FBO service at Doha International Airport is available for private charter arrivals and departures at any time offering the below services:

  • Flight handling arrangements
  • Passenger handling
  • Baggage handling
  • Customs and Immigration
  • Crew lounge
  • Day rooms for transit crew and passengers
  • Fuel supply coordination
  • Aircraft catering coordination
  • ATC and airport slot coordination
  • Maintenance and hangar facility
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary refreshments
  • Hotel arrangements
  • Limousine service arrangements

In December, Qatar Executive received a new Gulfstream G650ER jet, expanding the total to fifteen of the same aircraft model. Additionally, QE currently operates two Bombardier Global 5000s, one Airbus A319ACJ and another Airbus A319 Air Ambulance aircraft, making the current fleet 19 strong.

 

 

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Destination Doha: Paris Saint-Germain make a mid-season stopover https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/destination-doha-paris-saint-germain-make-a-mid-season-stopover/ Wed, 25 Jan 2023 07:24:17 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=766588 The post Destination Doha: Paris Saint-Germain make a mid-season stopover appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Paris Saint-Germain, France's reigning 'Ligue 1' champions, travelled to Doha on January 18, with a stopover in Riyadh and a return flight to the French capital with Official Airline and Principal Partner – Qatar Airways. 

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Paris Saint-Germain, France’s reigning ‘Ligue 1’ champions, travelled to Doha on January 18, with a stopover in Riyadh and a return flight to the French capital with Official Airline and Principal Partner – Qatar Airways.  The trip included the chance for the airline’s ‘Ultimate Fan Experience’ package bookers to connect with the Paris Saint-Germain stars and an up-close viewing experience of the club’s training session at Khalifa International Stadium.

Paris Saint-Germain Manager, Christophe Galtier, flew with Qatar Airways to Doha with the best-known names in world football to take advantage of Qatar’s world-class training facilities. The Club’s squad included FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ winner Lionel Messi, Achraf Hakimi, Kylian Mbappé , Marquinhos, Neymar Junior, Sergio Ramos and several other players.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The momentum continues with our mission of bringing people together through the power of sport. Paris Saint-Germain is a global brand with a team full of household names.

“Paris Saint-Germain is an ambitious football club, and we are committed to fulfilling our role in their success. The recent FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ featured top performances from several Paris Saint-Germain stars, and it is nice to see them return to Doha in their quest for more titles this season.

“With a busy schedule ahead of them, Qatar Airways chartered flights were the perfect medium for Paris Saint-Germain to make a meaningful trip to Doha with a stopover in Riyadh and a pleasant return home.”

Platinum members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club were treated to an exclusive meet-and-greet session with senior members of the team, where they had the chance to get to know the players through a memorable experience that also included receiving a Paris Saint-Germain jersey.

The World’s Best Airline has been in partnership with Paris Saint-Germain – France’s most decorated football club – since 2020. Qatar Airways Holidays introduced the Ultimate Fan Experience Packages, offering a unique opportunity to their valuable customers to travel to Paris to support Paris Saint-Germain in their upcoming blockbuster fixture in February 2023, in addition to a special meet and greet experience  with the Club’s players.

Sporting a dynamic partnership portfolio, Qatar Airways has also been the Official Airline of FIFA since 2017. The alliance has gone on to connect and unite fans globally, with the World’s Best Airline also sponsoring numerous football tournaments such as the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017, the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, the FIFA Club World Cup, the FIFA Women’s World Cup and the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

 

 

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Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism reveal exciting entertainment events from the “Feel Winter in Qatar” campaign during the launch of the third edition of the Qatar balloon festival

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Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism reveal exciting entertainment events from the “Feel Winter in Qatar” campaign during the launch of the third edition of the Qatar balloon festival. Along with Qatar Airways, Qatar Tourism launches the third edition of the Qatar Balloon Festival, with over 50 hot air balloons from 17 different countries, colouring Doha’s skies from morning to evening from the 19th to 28th of January 2023 at Old Doha Port. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker was joined by Omar Al Jaber, Qatar Tourism Director of Shared Services Department; Sheikha Hessa Al Thani, Head of Marketing at Qatar Tourism. Qatari rally driver Nasser Abdullah Al Attiyah later joined the panel to announce his long-term sponsorship with Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways, more details about this venture to be announced soon.

Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “With the conclusion of a very memorable FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM, we look forward to maintaining the same rhythm of excitement for 2023 to continue working towards our 2030 goal.  With both the Tourism and Aviation sectors in Qatar working together, we believe that our collaboration and collective work towards achieving the best calendar of events for 2023.”

 

Qatar Balloon Festival
The 10 days festival will include mesmerising sunrise balloon launches, the ‘Night Glow’, Tethered Lights, live entertainment and mouth-watering food kiosks and trucks. All hot air balloon rides will launch during sunrise giving riders a spectacular view of Doha. Visitors attending in the evenings will get to experience the mesmerising ‘Night Glow’, where all 50 balloons will light up the night sky with their vibrant designs.  The festival also includes a variety of performances from DJs, singers and music bands, dancers, magic shows, violinists and much more.

Qatar Live
Following the successful program during the 2022 FIFA World Cup™, Qatar Tourism’s ‘Feel Winter in Qatar’ campaign will be a dynamic line-up of live performances from acclaimed local, regional, and international artists through the flagship activation, Qatar Live starting January 26 and lasting through the season.

Disney Princess Concert
Qatar Tourism (QT) and Qatar Airways bring an exciting production of the world-renowned Disney Princess – The Concert to Doha in the Katara Amphitheatre, in partnership with Disney Concerts and Broadway Entertainment Group.

For three nights, starting January 26 – 28, some of Broadway and the West End’s most celebrated artists will perform this unique tribute to Disney Princesses alongside a live orchestral performance by the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra.

GKA Kitesurfing Tournament
Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways are bringing a water-sport world cup to Doha, kicking off the new year with thrilling sporting events. Fuwairit Kite Beach will house the Qatar GKA Freestyle Kite World Cup 2023 from 31 January – 4 February 2023.

Qatar TotalEnergies Open (Tennis)
The professional women’s tennis tournament is back for its 21st edition which will take place in the outdoor hard courts of the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex from 13 – 18 February 2023.

Doha Jewelry and Watches Exhibition
With close to two decades of being the epitome of luxury and elegance in Qatar, the Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition is all set to amaze everyone with a unique exhibition of exclusive jewellery and exquisite craftsmanship. The event will take place from 20 – 25 February 2023 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. This year’s edition will feature luxury watches, necklaces, rings, earrings, diamonds, gold and silverware, the exhibition will host 500 brands, 30,000 visitors from over 175 countries.

Qatar ExxonMobil Open (Tennis)
The Qatar ExxonMobile Open is an annual men’s tennis tournament and is part of the ATP 250 tour, taking place this year from 20 – 25 February 2023 at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex. The first edition was held in 1993, and has since become an event regularly attended by some of the sport’s top-ranking players.

The Qatar Tennis Federation has successfully put Qatar on the international sporting agenda as a venue for one of the most anticipated professional tennis events of the year. The tournament consistently attracts renowned tennis players from around the world.

Al Shaqab Events
Al Shaqab is starting Qatar’s 2023 calendar with breath taking equestrian events, which started with the ‘Hayaakum at Shaqab’ event and will continue with the Commercial Bank CHI AL SHAQAB Presented by Longines 2023. This will take place on the 23 – 25 of February 2023 at the Longines Outdoor Arena & Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab brought to you by by Commercial Bank (Title Sponsor), Longines (Presenting Partner) and ExxonMobil (Main Sponsor).

Qatar International Food Festival
The Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) is a Qatar Tourism initiative that celebrates the country’s diverse food, beverage and hospitality offerings. The 12th edition is slated to be launched from the 1 – 11 March 2023.

Previous editions of the food festival included special culinary experiences at scenic outdoor locations, a host of globally renowned chefs, live cooking shows, cooking competitions, masterclasses and other activities for both families and friends.

Qatar Tourism’s ‘Shop Qatar’
Shop Qatar celebrates the country’s wide range of retail, beauty and entertainment options and unfolds around popular Doha shopping malls. It’s an annual event that aims to enhance Qatar’s fashion and lifestyle scene and showcase its hospitality. At the same time, Shop Qatar introduces various compelling workshops and masterclasses and presents exciting surprises. This year’s edition is set to take place from 1 – 18 March 2023.

Ramadan Bazaar
Celebrate the most important time of the year with Qatar Tourism’s Ramadan Bazaar where you can spend your evenings, after breaking your fast, with family friendly activities around Qatar for the first time. Tourists visiting Qatar during Ramadan can expect to learn the wonderful traditions and festivities that this time of the year brings to the country and people.

 

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Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FC Bayern Munich, welcomed back the European football giants to Doha for their 2023 Winter Training Camp

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Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FC Bayern Munich, welcomed back the European football giants to Doha for their 2023 Winter Training Camp. From 6-12 January, some of the best-known names in European football underwent intense training as the reigning German football champions held several activities to mark the partnership, leading up to the resumption of the regular 2022-2023 season.

Led by team manager Julian Nagelsmann, 21 players from Bayern Munich travelled with Qatar Airways from Munich to Doha for a 6-day training camp. The squad list included numerous key names, including the addition of Daley Blind, whose signing was announced in Doha, defenders Alphonso Davies and Dayot Upamecano, midfielders Thomas Müller and Joshua Kimmich, forwards Kingsley Coman and Serge Gnabry, along with several other seniors and academy members.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “In December 2022, Qatar Airways played a key role as the Official Airline of the Journey during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, operating nearly 14,000 flights during the tournament. With the start of 2023, we are gaining momentum by welcoming our very own partners FC Bayern Munich.

Qatar’s ideal weather conditions and state-of-the art facilities provide the perfect conditions for the German champions to be prepared for the challenges ahead, and we are proud to have played a role in their success over the years.”

Platinum members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club were treated to an exclusive meet-and-greet session with senior members of the Bayern Munich squad, where they had the chance to get to know the players through a memorable experience that also included receiving a signed jersey by the players. Additionally, the airline’s Loyalty Program – Student Club members enjoyed an up-close viewing of the team’s training sessions during the winter camp.

Qatar Airways Holidays introduced the  Ultimate Fan Experience Packages, offering a unique opportunity to their valuable customers to travel to Paris to support FC Bayern in their upcoming blockbuster fixture in February 2023, in addition to a special meet and greet experience.

The World’s Best Airline has been in partnership with Bayern Munich – Germany’s most decorated football club – since 2018. This year’s winter camp gave way to local community engagement with a special meet and greet with students from Qatar Airways’ Oryx International School who had the opportunity to learn technical skills from the celebrated players. During the club’s visit, the airline also invited children from Al Shafallah Center to meet the football stars on the sidelines of their training session.

Sporting a dynamic partnership portfolio, Qatar Airways has also been the Official Airline of FIFA since 2017. The alliance has gone on to connect and unite fans globally, with the World’s Best Airline also sponsoring numerous football tournaments such as the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017™, the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, the FIFA Club World Cup™, the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ and the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.

 

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Qatar Airways concludes FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-concludes-fifa-world-cup-qatar-2022/ Fri, 23 Dec 2022 03:15:53 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=758506 The post Qatar Airways concludes FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

‎Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA, concluded its FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ journey in style, presenting the medals and individual awards to Argentina after their historic 4-2 victory on penalties over 2018 champions, France.

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LUSAIL CITY, QATAR – DECEMBER 18: General view prior to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2022 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Maja Hitij – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

 Following a thrilling month of non-stop action and entertainment, the airline operated nearly 14,000 flights, uniting the world in Qatar for the greatest sporting show on Earth. As the Official Airline Partner of FIFA and the Official Airline of the Journey, Qatar Airways celebrated the historic FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ with its global passengers through countless international, local, and onboard football-themed activations and entertainment experiences. The tournament was a resounding success, with impressive attendance figures of over 3.4 million fans throughout the 64 matches.

Throughout the duration of the tournament, the Qatar Airways Sky House, located at the FIFA Fan Festival™ at Al Bidda Park, welcomed more than 1.8 million fans. The iconic pavilion provided a range of interactive activities, including a Neymar challenge, Qverse experience, Swing the World, foosball, and face painting.
Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “What started off as a dream has finally turned into reality.

LUSAIL CITY, QATAR – DECEMBER 18: Gold medals are displayed in the tunnel before the trophy presentation during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2022 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Maja Hitij – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The State of Qatar succeeded in bringing the world together in a celebration of football and unity, and now history will remember this FIFA World Cup™ – the first in the Middle East, and the best edition ever. On behalf of the Qatar Airways Group, I would like to congratulate the Argentinian team for their victorious performance and also commend the French team for their inspiring journey throughout the tournament.

“We are grateful to have been a part of this long and rewarding experience as the Official Airline of the Journey. For every step and every mile travelled with us, we have aimed to deliver a flying experience like no other.”
Qatar Airways concluded the tournament festivities with a partnership with the international artist, Lili Cantero. During the Final, Cantero live painted a Qatar Airways Boeing 777 aircraft model at the FIFA Fan Festival™. Cantero depicted key moments and highlights of the thrilling face-off between Argentina and France. At the intersection of arts and sports, her work portrays the story of the successfully delivered FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.


To celebrate the beginning of the tournament, Qatar Airways launched its official FIFA World Cup™ campaign song, ‘C.H.A.M.P.I.O.N.S’, featuring the internationally renowned artists DJ Rodge and Cheb Khaled. In the span of a month, the highly-popular song reached an astonishing 23 million views.
Privilege Club, the Official Frequent Flyer Programme of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ welcomed over 67,000 new valued members across the tournament period, having successfully completed five different offer campaigns.

Qatar Airways offered all passengers flying through Hamad International Airport (HIA) and Doha International Airport (DIA) a complimentary experience at the Passenger Overflow Areas (POAs) – pre-departure waiting spaces, setting a new standard of excellence for international travel at sporting events. The POAs were built to provide fans with dedicated facilities, to complete their FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ journey.

During the tournament, Qatar Duty Free (QDF), the Official Retail Store for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, exclusively sold FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ merchandise in the fan zones and at all of the eight spectacular stadiums. QDF also inaugurated the first FIFA store at HIA, showcasing an impressive collection of merchandise, souvenirs, collectibles and team jerseys.
Throughout the World Cup period, Qatar Airways and Qatar Executive also sponsored the Diego Armando Maradona Give&Get Fanfest to honour the late, great Diego Maradona, using state-of-the-art technology, public exhibits, events, auctions and more.


Besides the football, the airline also hosted seven Qatar Live concerts to engage audiences with performances from Jason Derulo, Enrique Iglesias, Black Eyed Peas, J Balvin, Robbie Williams, Tamer Hosny, and Akon. Alongside these world-renowned artists, Qatar Live also brought back the Daydream festival with a new stage – the Magic Lantern.
Hamad International Airport, ranked “Best Airport in the World” for the second year in a row by SKYTRAX World Airport Awards 2022, unveiled a state-of-the-art 10,000-sqm, lush, tropical indoor garden named “The Orchard.” Drenched in natural light and featuring sustainably sourced plants and shrubs, it offered a show-stopping, luxury shopping experience to fans with many first-of-a-kind retail outlets.
In 2017, Qatar Airways announced its partnership with FIFA as the Official Airline. The alliance has gone on to connect and unite fans globally, with The World’s Best Airline also sponsoring numerous football tournaments such as the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017™, the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, the FIFA Club World Cup™, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup™.
A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways was recently announced as the ‘Airline of the Year’ at the 2022 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. The airline continues to stand alone at the top of the industry having won the main prize for an unprecedented seventh time (2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2022), while also being named ‘World’s Best Business Class’, ‘World’s Best Business Class Lounge Dining’ and ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’.
Qatar Airways currently flies to more than 150 destinations worldwide, connecting through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, voted by Skytrax as the ‘World’s Best Airport’.

 

 

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Qatar Airways brings football legends together https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-brings-football-legends-together/ Thu, 15 Dec 2022 00:30:20 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=756056 The post Qatar Airways brings football legends together appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways honoured some of the best football players to grace the field, as well as previous FIFA World Cup winners at the Qatar Airways House at the Hyatt Regency Oryx Hotel, and in the presence of FIFA President, Gianni Infantino.

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Qatar Airways honoured some of the best football players to grace the field, as well as previous FIFA World Cup winners at the Qatar Airways House at the Hyatt Regency Oryx Hotel, and in the presence of FIFA President, Gianni Infantino. The event hosted the Live Draw for the FIFA Legends Tournament and was conducted by Marco Materazzi, Roberto Carlos and David Trezeguet. The tournament is set to take place between 15 and 16 December, at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex.

As the FIFA Legends Cup sponsor, and Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup™, Qatar Airways welcomed the FIFA Legends, including Ali Al Habsi, Cafu, Christian Vieri, Julio Cesar, Hristo Stoichkov, Jorge Campos, Juan Pablo Angel, Geremi Njitap and Javier Zanetti. To celebrate the evening, all guests were treated to a special performance by the internationally renowned artists, Cheb Khaled, DJ Rodge, pianist Sonja Park and violinist David Carpenter.

The FIFA Legends Cup will have eight teams take part in the competition, with each team comprising of 12 players – eight of which are men, two goal keepers and two women, in a six versus six match – 18 matches in total throughout the tournament.

As the Official Frequent Flyer Programme of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, several new and existing Privilege Club members were offered an unforgettable football experience as part of the 11 December draw event, including a meet-and-greet with some of the best FIFA Legends in Doha.

Last week, Qatar Airways House hosted the ‘My Roots’ photography exhibition presented by renowned photographer, Sam Robles, showcasing all 28 prints of the collection along with a special video tribute by Dani Alves.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Celebrating these legends and honouring them at the Qatar Airways House is an important part of furthering Qatar’s legacy in this wondrous sport. So far, the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ has been a tremendous success. As the Official Airline of the Journey, we support the four remaining teams and are excited to see who will take home the Winner’s Trophy on 18 December.”

With the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ almost at its finale, 13 and 14 December will feature the Semi-Finals, with matches held at Lusail Stadium between Argentina and Croatia, and France and Morocco at Al Bayt Stadium, respectively. Subsequently, the third place match will take place on 17 December at Khalifa International Stadium, followed by the much-anticipated Final on 18 December at Lusail Stadium.

The tournament has been held across eight world-class stadiums designed to invoke the feel of Arabian culture. The Al Bayt Stadium hosted the Opening Match with a capacity of 60,000 seats, while Lusail Stadium is set to host the Final Match of the tournament, with a capacity of 80,000 seats. The remaining stadiums, which include Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Al Janoub Stadium, Khalifa International Stadium, Education City Stadium, Stadium 974 and Al Thumama Stadium, house 40,000 spectators.

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways unveils new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-unveils-new-branding-at-london-heathrow-terminal-4/ Tue, 22 Nov 2022 07:03:51 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=747373 The post Qatar Airways unveils new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The branding features a 9-metre long Boeing 777-9 scaled model aircraft, placed above a 12-metre LED screen to highlight Qatar Airways’ products, services, destinations, and marketing campaigns. It also showcases the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 logo to promote the airline’s official partnership with FIFA.

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Qatar Airways has unveiled new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4 roundabout . The branding features a 9-metre long Boeing 777-9 scaled model aircraft, placed above a 12-metre LED screen to highlight Qatar Airways’ products, services, destinations, and marketing campaigns. It also showcases the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 logo to promote the airline’s official partnership with FIFA.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are fully committed to serving passengers in the UK – one of our key markets– and we are fully confident that our new branding at Heathrow brings to life some of the exciting products and services we have on offer.”

Arianne Riddell, director of sales, JCDecaux Airport, “With this high-impact Out-of-Home installation at the T4 Roundabout, Qatar Airways will dominate the approach to Terminal 4, harnessing the full potential of this key location with this eye-catching display at Heathrow. As international travel continues to return, airport advertising remains a premium environment and a powerful communications opportunity, as showcased by Qatar Airways on this iconic site.”

The move follows Qatar Airways enhancing its passenger experience at Terminal 4 with a new Frequent Flyer Lounge exclusively for Privilege Club members and oneworld alliance partners. The lounge boasts modern interiors overlooking the apron area, and customers can indulge in a menu comprising of a hot and cold buffet selection and a range of beverages.

Qatar Airways’ Premium Lounge in Terminal 4, the very first in the airline’s global network, has also recently reopened its doors to Qatar Airways First and Business Class passengers. The premium lounge boasts elegant seating areas, apron views, a dedicated family area, a prayer room and diverse dining options including a full buffet and an à la carte menu served to fine dining standards at the brasserie and casual dining at the Global Deli.

Qatar Airways currently operates from four UK airports, which includes six daily flights from London Heathrow, two daily flights from London Gatwick, up to three daily flights from Manchester, and a daily service from Edinburgh. In addition to the UK frequencies, the airline operates to Dublin with 11 weekly flights.

 

 

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Qatar Airways celebrates opening of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-celebrates-opening-of-the-fifa-world-cup-qatar-2022/ Tue, 22 Nov 2022 05:13:56 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=747349 The post Qatar Airways celebrates opening of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is officially underway and Qatar Airways, as the official airline of the journey, is marking the month-long tournament with special football-themed experiences at the stadiums and at fan zones across the country.

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The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is officially underway and Qatar Airways, as the official airline of the journey, is marking the month-long tournament with special football-themed experiences at the stadiums and at fan zones across the country. World-class sports infrastructure, a five-star airport expansion and a host of fun-filled tourist attractions and cultural experiences also await the 1.5 million fans expected to attend the event.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The countdown is complete, and after more than a decade, our dream of bringing the world together has truly come alive. We have witnessed a spectacular opening ceremony, one that is truly worthy of honouring the greatest show on Earth.

“We have 63 more matches ahead of us and I am sure every single one of them will be an unforgettable experience. We are excited to give the world a taste of Arab hospitality and share our passion for connecting the world through travel and sport.”

A general view of the opening ceremony prior to the he FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group A match between Qatar and Ecuador at Al Bayt Stadium on November 20, 2022 in Al Khor, Qatar. (Photo by Shaun Botterill – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The World’s Best Airline recently launched a FIFA World Cup™ campaign anthem on board flights arriving in Qatar and dedicated it to fans verywhere.  “C.H.A.M.P.I.O.N.S.”  sung by internationally acclaimed singer Cheb Khaled and superstar DJ Rodge has already received millions of views across the airline’s official channels.

For the duration of the tournament, the Qatar Airways fleet is carrying the FIFA World Cup decal on 120 aircraft. The specially-branded aircraft include 48 B777s, 31 B787s, 21 A320s, 12 A330s, and eight A380s. Three specially-branded Boeing 777 aircraft are hand-painted in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ livery.

Upon arriving to any of the eight stadiums on match day, guests are invited to enjoy various interactive and family-friendly games at Qatar Airways’ stands.

Football fans staying in Qatar during the tournament are invited to visit the Qatar Airways Skyhouse, located at the FIFA Fan Festival™ at Al Bidda Park which is situated along Doha’s beautiful Corniche. The Skyhouse has a zipline experience, a Neymar Jr. interactive challenge, a swing photo booth and a QVerse virtual tour of Qatar Airways’ award-winning business class. Global music acts and local artists will be also be joining the line up to entertain fans at the fan zone.

Fireworks surround a large replica of the World Cup trophy before the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group A match between Qatar and Ecuador at Al Bayt Stadium on November 20, 2022 in Al Khor, Qatar. (Photo by Michael Regan – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Qatar Airways has also partnered with social media platform 433 ‘The Home of Football’ for the duration of the tournament, and will be broadcasting post-match analysis featuring football legends.

In 2017, Qatar Airways announced its partnership with FIFA as the Official Airline. The alliance has gone on to connect and unite fans globally, with The World’s Best Airline also sponsoring numerous football tournaments such as the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017™, the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, the FIFA Club World Cup™, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup™.

 

 

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David Beckham snaps a scenic view as Qatar Tourism unveils ‘Posts of Qatar’  https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/david-beckham-snaps-a-scenic-view-as-qatar-tourism-unveils-posts-of-qatar/ Sat, 19 Nov 2022 00:43:16 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=746807 The post David Beckham snaps a scenic view as Qatar Tourism unveils ‘Posts of Qatar’  appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Tourism has unveiled ‘Posts of Qatar’: ten distinctive goalpost art installations that frame some of the most iconic landmarks and Insta-worthy spots across the country. The iconic former football player, David Beckham captured the first of many pictures to be taken at one of the goalposts ahead of millions of football fans visiting Qatar in November and December. 

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Qatar Tourism has unveiled ‘Posts of Qatar’: ten distinctive goalpost art installations that frame some of the most iconic landmarks and Insta-worthy spots across the country. The iconic former football player, David Beckham captured the first of many pictures to be taken at one of the goalposts ahead of millions of football fans visiting Qatar in November and December.

Each ‘Posts of Qatar’ installation has been created by an individual artist or a pair of artists, with two goalposts designed by artists from Qatar and the remaining eight by artists from nations that have previously won the tournament: England, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil.

The art installations reflect elements of each artist’s home country combined with aspects of Qatar’s rich cultural heritage, demonstrating the role that football can play in bringing together cultures from across the world.

Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “As we prepare to welcome millions of visitors to Qatar over the next two months, we believe in showcasing our national landmarks through the distinctive creations of local and international artists. We encourage all visitors coming for the football to take advantage of their time here by exploring the country and experiencing Qatar’s culture first-hand.”

Local artists have lent their talents to the project: Ghada Al-Suwaidi designed the goalpost that represents Qatar while Abdulaziz Yousef created a goalpost that welcomes all the countries participating in the tournament. In addition, both the Argentinian and French concepts were created with a Qatari touch – calligraphy artist Fatima Alsharshani created the elegant written structure that crowns the Argentinian goalpost and Maryam Faraj Al-Suwaidi’s sweeping, metallic dhow boat sails adorn the French installation.

Ghada Al-Suwaidi, the artist who designed the first goalpost representing Qatar, said:“My design centres on nostalgia. The nostalgia of traditional architecture, especially in Souq Waqif, never changing despite the country’s constant state of modernization. The nostalgia of childhood football matches, of running barefoot in the backyard, of using doorways as makeshift goalposts, and the nostalgia of getting in trouble when the ball would destroy the bougainvillea growing in every corner.”

Abdulaziz Yousef, the artist who designed the goalpost representing international visitors, said: “Like all good ideas, the design for this goalpost was born out of a collaborative effort with the team at Qatar Tourism. We wanted to represent not just the people of Qatar, but everyone around the world who will sharing this momentous occasion with us. I used my personal graffiti style to bring the post to life and added elements of one of my favourite things in Qatar – the sunsets in winter. I can’t wait for visitors to experience them. No matter where you are in the country, you can always count on the colours to dazzle you into a trance. After all, there is nothing more unifying than playing the beautiful game under a sunset we all share. That is what I hoped to capture.”

Fatima Alsharshani, the artist who created the calligraphy featured on the Argentina goalpost, said, “Calligraphy is one of the foremost important visual arts in our Arab culture. In this piece with Simo [Simon Vibrant], I used Moroccan calligraphy, which I specialize in, to write ‘Argentina’ in a reflective acrylic material. I wanted the surface of the calligraphy to mirror the Argentinean design while, at the same time, reflect the rocky landscape of Zekreet. This melding of cultures demonstrates the way football allows these two countries on opposite sides of the world to co-exist and flourish.”

Maryam Faraj Al-Suwaidi, the artist who designed the visual element of the France goalpost, said: “The cultural importance of the dhow can’t be overstated, and it’s a beautiful coincidence that the shape of billowing sails also makes the perfect amplifier for Guillaume’s sound art.”

The installations are inspired by the common desire of global travellers to create and share memorable travel experiences. Now, visitors to Qatar can shoot their snaps with perfectly framed backdrops and share their #PostsofQatar photo while experiencing some of the best views and attractions in the country.

The ‘Posts of Qatar’ can be found at the following landmarks:

  1. “Sailing Forms” – England goalpost by Hugo Dalton at Lusail City Marina
  2. “Harmony Shining Through The Rose” – Germany goalpost by KEF at West Bay Beach
  3. “From Spain To Qatar” – Spain goalpost by Jordi Gil Fernandez (JoGis Art) at Inland Sea
  4. “Symmetry” – Italy goalpost by Ale Giorgini at Katara Cultural Village
  5. “Sails, Moving Forward” – France goalpost by Guillaume Rouseré and Maryam Faraj Al-Suwaidi at The Pearl-Qatar
  6. “Where The Owl Sleeps” – Brazil goalpost by Camila Gondo at MIA Park
  7. “The Shine Of Transformation” – Uruguay goalpost by Josefina De León at Place Vendôme
  8. “QATARGENTINA” – Argentina goalpost by Simo Vibart and Fatima Alsharshani at Aspire Zone
  9. “Freej” – Qatar goalpost by Ghada Al-Suwaidi at Souq Waqif
  10. “People From The World” – goalpost representing Countries of the World by Abdulaziz Yousef at Flag Plaza

QR codes will be available next to each of the goalposts and can be scanned for further information about the art installation, the artist and location.

 

 

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Qatar Airways expands codeshare with JetBlue https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-expands-codeshare-with-jetblue/ Mon, 31 Oct 2022 06:17:59 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=739446 The post Qatar Airways expands codeshare with JetBlue appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has expanded its codeshare agreement with JetBlue, offering JetBlue passengers to travel options between the US and 11 new destinations, in eight different countries across Africa and Asia via Doha’s Hamad International Airport.

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Qatar Airways has expanded its codeshare agreement with JetBlue, offering JetBlue passengers to travel options between the US and 11 new destinations, in eight different countries across Africa and Asia via Doha’s Hamad International Airport. New destinations include Accra, Addis-Ababa, Alexandria, Bangkok, Cairo, Denpasar, Harare, Jakarta, Khartoum, Phuket, and Windhoek. These 11 new markets will be added to the 13 existing codeshare destinations already available to JetBlue customers within the Qatar Airways’ network in Africa, Asia and Middle-East.

This builds on the airlines’ partnership that first began in 2011. Qatar Airways passengers already benefit from access to over 50 destinations across JetBlue’s network, including being able to book travel on JetBlue’s extensive routes between the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America regions. Qatar Airways group chief executive Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is excited to bring our codeshare partnership with JetBlue to our extensive global network, offering passengers seamless connectivity to over 150 destinations worldwide including premier destinations across Africa and Asia. For more than a decade, JetBlue has been an outstanding partner, and as we continue to deepen our ties we are committed to offering travellers effortless connections and unparalleled service. Both Qatar Airways and JetBlue have a strong commitment to excellence, and we look forward to further building our partnership.”

“Together with Qatar Airways, we’re connecting more customers to more outstanding destinations around the world, all while providing them with industry-leading experiences onboard both our airlines,” said Robin Hayes, chief executive officer, JetBlue. “Qatar Airways is already one of our top partners for connecting customers across the Americas to its global network, which is why we’re continuing to strengthen our relationship and give travellers a variety of new travel options.”

Along with expanded destinations, customers will also enjoy enhancements that link the carriers’ loyalty programmes. Privilege Club and TrueBlue members benefit from the ability to accrue Privilege Club Avios or TrueBlue points as part of this codeshare agreement. In the future, these benefits will expand with the ability to redeem points on either carrier’s flights. –

Source: Trade Arabia

 

 

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Qatar Airways sponsors Qatar Creates https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-sponsors-qatar-creates/ Mon, 24 Oct 2022 07:15:12 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=738038 The post Qatar Airways sponsors Qatar Creates appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways announces its continued support of Qatar Creates October Edition, which brings together eminent creatives and pioneers from the global art world to Doha for a week of fashion, art, and cultural events

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Qatar Airways announces its continued support of Qatar Creates October Edition, which brings together eminent creatives and pioneers from the global art world to Doha for a week of fashion, art, and cultural events. Each day will introduce inspiring exhibitions, public art displays, fashion shows, and performances in celebration of contemporary art, cultural heritage and international fashion.

Hosted under the patronage of Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums. Qatar Creates highlights will include the Yayoi Kusama’s opening exhibition, Art Mill Museum 2030: Flour Mill Warehouse, Fashion Trust Arabia, Forever Valentino Exhibition, and EMERGE amongst many other events and exhibitions showcasing both renowned artists and emerging talent.

Each day will feature multiple arts and culture exhibitions showcasing Nomadic Lives across several regions; Orientalist Culture; Iraqi History; Japanese Artworks; Modern Public Art Works displayed in the desert; and a performance by the Syrian – American pianist and composer, Malek Jandali. The fashion industry will be taking over the museums with the breath-taking Forever Valentino exhibition in M7; the Fashion Trust Arabia Gala in the National Museum of Qatar; and the Fashion For Relief show.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “As the national carrier of the State of Qatar, it gives us great pride to contribute towards establishing the country as the pre-eminent destination for art and culture. Qatar Creates is an important force for the promotion of cross-cultural dialogue, bringing together ideas and developing talent not just from the region, but globally. We share in this spirit, these values resonate with us as we seek to establish Qatar as a hub for sharing knowledge, and celebrating the myriad cultural and entertainment offerings across the country.”

Qatar Creates executive director, Saad Al Hudaifi, said: “We are delighted to welcome Qatar Airways’ renewed sponsorship as an unwavering sign of support to the exciting cultural and entertainment programme prepared by Qatar Creates around the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™. This agreement marks a natural link between our country’s national carrier and the Qatar Creates platform, two leading entities that will shape the world’s experience when it comes to Doha for the long-awaited tournament.”

Qatar Creates (QC) is a cultural movement and platform in Qatar which champions and nurtures talent, led by Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. This year it was transformed from a limited period of events into a year-round national cultural movement for local and international audiences. The October edition of QC will see an unprecedented schedule of high-profile events, exhibitions, live shows, and openings, geared towards the start of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

 

 

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Qatar, the destination to be in for FIFA World Cup 2022 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-the-destination-to-be-in-for-fifa-world-cup-2022/ Wed, 19 Oct 2022 03:56:59 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=736758 The post Qatar, the destination to be in for FIFA World Cup 2022 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism reveal the thrilling entertainment projects taking place during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

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Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism reveal the thrilling entertainment projects taking place during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. With the countdown to hosting the world’s largest football event advancing, Qatar Airways Group and Qatar Tourism unveil major events to provide football fans with world-class entertainment including Qatar Live – which hosts more than 60 international artists throughout the World Cup. The conference displayed synergy between travel and tourism as Qatar Airways revealed over ten projects developed with partners including Qatar Tourism, Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy and Qatari Diar. The airline announced the development of beach clubs, fan zones and theme parks, in addition to hosting Qatar Live, Daydream Music Festival, Lusail Boulevard brand activation, Qatar Airways Sky House, Winter Wonderland and the naming ceremony for the MSC World Europa cruise ship.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker was joined by FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 chief executive officer, Nasser Al Khater and MATAR chief operations officer, Eng. Badr Al Meer.

Akbar Al Baker, said: “Today we see the breadth of what can be accomplished when aviation and tourism work together. We are very proud to announce a wide range of world-class live entertainment coming to Qatar to celebrate the most exciting tournament that will take place in the Middle East. We look forward to our locals and tourists alike having the best of the entertainment industry readily available for their enjoyment.”

Nasser Al Khater, said: “Qatar is ready to welcome the world and host a unique edition of the FIFA World Cup – the first to take place in the Middle East and Arab world. Fans can expect top-class international football and a vast array of entertainment options. The live acts announced today by Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism are sure to excite fans from everywhere as they prepare to descend on our country for an unforgettable festival of football, fun and entertainment.”

Chief Operating Officer at MATAR, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said, “MATAR is ready for the much anticipated FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and we look forward to welcoming fans for the mega event. We are introducing exciting activations at Hamad International Airport and Doha International Airport, which will embody the spirit of football and make this truly a once in a lifetime experience.”

Beach Clubs
Fans visiting the peninsula can spend time on newly developed beaches. Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism  recently inaugurated the family friendly B12 Beach Club with Ayla Oasis Development, which offers a range of activities, exceptional dining options, premium services, and live family entertainment.

Fuwairit Kite Beach Resort
Situated on pristine coastline next to a natural lagoon, the resort offers kite surfers an ideal setting to practice their sport..

 

Qatar Live
Qatar Live, a series of concerts will engage audiences with performances from Enrique Iglesias, Black Eyed Peas, Maroon 5, Post Malone, J Balvin  and Robbie Williams. Alongside these world-renowned artists, Qatar Live will bring back the Daydream festival with this year’s new stage the Magic Lantern. Daydream Qatar 2022 will be headlining the biggest DJ line up seen in the Middle East, with Alesso, Alok, Armin Van Buren, DVLM, John Newmam, Major Lazer, Tiesto, & Tinny Trumpet, with many more global artists to be announced ahead of the tournament. Additionally, the airline and its partners will schedule family theatre circus musical performances including The Enchanted Prince, and Pinocchio. The Qatar Live series has been organised by the international event management company Alchemy Project.

MSC
On 13 November, Qatar Airways welcomes invited guests to attend the naming ceremony for MSC Cruises’ largest ship, the MSC World Europa. The ship will be docked at the Grand Terminal in the Doha Port throughout the duration of the FIFA World Cup, acting as a floating hotels.

Qatar Airways Stadium Activation
Football fans will also have the opportunity to visit the Qatar Airways Booth in each of the iconic stadiums and in the scenic Corniche, where they can take part in the events by visiting the fan zones before or after their respective matches or when sightseeing the 7-kilometer promenade. Each booth will include virtual football games starring Neymar, face painting, giveaways and more.

Passenger Overflow Area
Qatar Airways will be providing dedicated Passenger Overflow spaces outside of Hamad International Airport and Doha International Airport, at no cost, where football festivities and live entertainment can be enjoyed while also providing storage space for luggage and carry-ons. This space will give fans the opportunity to continue to enjoy the celebrations as they wait to enter the airport where they can experience Hamad International Airport’s new tranquil and nature inspired terminal.

Lusail Boulevard
In partnership with Qatari Diar, Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism will officially inaugurate the Darb Lusail Festival from 03 – 05 November, located in the Lusail Boulevard. The three-day festivities will represent the Middle East, Southern Asia and North Africa with headline talents, drone light shows, and artistic performances.

Winter Wonderland
Additionally, Qatar Airways has recently announced that it will be the Official Airline Partner and the Presenting Partner of Lusail Winter Wonderland, an original world-class entertainment and leisure destination in Qatar that will deliver unforgettable experiences to fun seekers.

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Qatar Airways supports ‘The Street Child World Cup Doha 2022’ https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-supports-the-street-child-world-cup-doha-2022/ Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:05:16 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=736392 The post Qatar Airways supports ‘The Street Child World Cup Doha 2022’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Youth-led football teams from across the globe, representing some of the world's most vulnerable children, flew with Qatar Airways to participate in a sporting tournament with a call for change – The Street Child World Cup Doha 2022.

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Youth-led football teams from across the globe, representing some of the world’s most vulnerable children, flew with Qatar Airways to participate in a sporting tournament with a call for change – The Street Child World Cup Doha 2022. In partnership with Qatar Foundation, the event was held at Oxygen Park between 7 to 15 October and brought together 28-teams representing 25 countries and provided a platform to champion the rights of street connected youth.

Qatar Airways cabin crew celebrated with the winners of the Girls and Boys tournaments, claimed by Team Brazil and Team Egypt respectively. Street Child United (SCU) – the parent organisation of the event, hosted the fourth edition of the Street Child World Cup in Doha after previously hosting successful tournaments in Durban (2010), Rio de Janeiro (2014) and Moscow (2018). In addition, Qatar Airways sponsored the event attended by over 280 young people to experience a week of art and cultural exchanges, a child-friendly congress, and championed the power of football.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is honoured to connect cultures by uniting young people through the power of football. The beautiful game teaches the youth self-confidence and lifelong friendships while also paving the way for a bright future by opening worldwide opportunities. Supporting this tournament allows us to leave a lasting legacy ahead of the FIFA World Cup here in Qatar and with the children across the globe.”

Street Child United’s founder and CEO, John Wroe, said: “We are delighted to have Qatar Airways as our Official Airline Partner helping us bring our 28 teams from 25 countries together in Qatar. For the majority of our young people, this will be their first time leaving their home country. Their first time on a plane! To have Qatar Airways support their life-changing journey to the Street Child World Cup is something we are extremely grateful for.”

Beyond the seven-a-side format competition, the Street Child World Cup aims to inspire participants to become resourceful role models within their communities and for young people globally. The art festivities of the event included mural displays, performances, and exhibitions. The young people also experienced local community engagements through school visits across Doha.

As FIFA’s Official Airline Partner since 2017, Qatar Airways has sponsored mega events including the 2019 and 2020 editions of the FIFA Club World Cup, and the FIFA Arab Cup, all of which were hosted in Qatar. The airline is eagerly anticipating the upcoming FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ – the first in the Middle East – and offering a seamless journey from more than 150 destinations across the globe to fans attending this world-class event.

Qatar Airways as a brand is committed to supporting sport across the globe, the airline has sponsored numerous teams and events throughout the years and currently sponsors Paris Saint-Germain, FC Bayern München, Concacaf, CONMEBOL, United Rugby Championship (URC) and the European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR). Additionally, Qatar Airways is the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022M, The Ironman and Ironman 70.3 Triathlon Series, GKA Kite World Tour and multiple other disciplines including equestrianism, padel, squash and tennis.

 

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Qatar Airways to hire 10,000 employees for World Cup 2022 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-hire-10000-employees-for-world-cup-2022/ Fri, 14 Oct 2022 06:45:44 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=735038 The post Qatar Airways to hire 10,000 employees for World Cup 2022 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways is looking to hire at least 10,000 staff as part of World Cup 2022 preparations. The hiring is to ensure Qatar Airways is prepared to handle the inflow of passengers for the football tournament and to accommodate the post-pandemic expansion.

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Qatar Airways is looking to hire at least 10,000 staff as part of World Cup 2022 preparations. The hiring is to ensure Qatar Airways is prepared to handle the inflow of passengers for the football tournament and to accommodate the post-pandemic expansion.

The airline is looking to take its workforce to more than 55,000 from its current number of 45,000. To facilitate the hiring, various recruitment events have been taking place across countries like Philippines, India and others.
It was also mentioned that 70% of Qatar Airways’ schedule will be adjusted to meet the requirements of the additional flights to Doha facilitating the travel of the tournament fans.

Other airlines will significantly increase flights to Qatar, which has reopened an old airport for the event. “It will be a huge challenge to be able to manage this very fast-moving demand for very large numbers of spectators,” Qatar Airways CEO Akbar al-Baker told reporters earlier this year.

 

 

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British Airways and Qatar Airways complete expansion https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/british-airways-and-qatar-airways-complete-expansion/ Tue, 27 Sep 2022 06:51:20 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=728760 The post British Airways and Qatar Airways complete expansion appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint business.

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Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint business. Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The growing collaboration between Qatar Airways and British Airways shows our customers our common goal to offer an unparalleled network with unique benefits. Travellers can now experience the best in quality and service as they travel across our joint network.  The joint business between our airlines cements both Qatar Airways and British Airways as industry leaders, aiming to provide the utmost flexibility and unrivalled connectivity to our customers.”

Sean Doyle, chairman and chief executive officer for British Airways said: “This is a huge milestone in our long-standing relationship with Qatar Airways, an airline that shares our passion for customer service, choice and flexibility. “From idyllic holiday hotspots such as the Maldives and Thailand, to business hubs such as Singapore and Hong Kong, we are pleased to open up the world as the travel industry continues to make steps towards its recovery.”

The airlines have added 42 new countries to their shared network, including Italy, the Maldives, Norway, Singapore, and Sweden, giving passengers enhanced access between destinations in Europe and the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania. Customers will now benefit from even greater choices in prices and schedules with options for direct flights as well as connections via hubs in London and Doha. This is all part of Qatar Airways and British Airways’ plan to “Move Further Together” by enhancing the joint network and providing passengers with the best of both airlines.

The expansion will enable seamless connecting journeys on single tickets through Doha and London, bringing the total number of destinations served by the two airlines to 185 across more than 60 countries. The complementary networks uniquely access dozens of countries that no other alliance or joint business provides. The partnership also ensures access to more cities around the world than ever before, continuing to support global trade, tourism, investment, and cultural connection.

Additionally, customers will have more freedom to engage with both airlines’ loyalty programmes, earning and spending Avios, their common currency. Customers are able to seamlessly link their Qatar Airways Privilege Club and British Airways Executive Club accounts to transfer Avios between the two, and combine balances to claim rewards offered by each programme. The collaboration also offers access to both airline’s exclusive lounges, and cabins to suit all budgets and needs, including British Airways’ new Club Suite and Qatar Airways’ award-winning Qsuite.

 

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways to host IATA, WFS from 19-22 Sept https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-host-iata-wfs-from-19-22-sept/ Tue, 20 Sep 2022 00:00:04 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=725015 The post Qatar Airways to host IATA, WFS from 19-22 Sept appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways will host the IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) from19-22 September 2022.

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Qatar Airways will host the IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) from19-22 September 2022. Under the patronage of Jassim Bin Saif Al-Sulaiti, Minister of Transport, Qatar Airways will host the biggest gathering of the aviation industry’s financial leaders since before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker said: “We are honoured to be hosting the first in-person World Financial Symposium since 2019, especially during our milestone year, celebrating 25 years of operations. This vital symposium will bring together financial leaders from airlines and from our many supply chain partners to discuss and debate the path forward and the challenges to be overcome.”

Willie Walsh, IATA’s director general, said, “We are excited to bring the World Financial Symposium to Doha for the first time. As the industry continues to recover, the role of finance in rebuilding balance sheets and supporting our sustainability agenda will take center stage in the important discussions taking place over the next few days.”

As the industry comes out of the greatest financial shock on record, numbers indicate a rapid emergence from the pandemic following the removal of government-mandated travel restrictions over the past two years. Industry losses are expected to fall to USD9.7 billion this year, improved from nearly USD180 billion in losses over the previous two years (2020-21). As travel barriers fall in most regions, a recent surge in demand suggests a recovery to pre-COVID-19 traffic levels in 2024, with a possibility of reaching profit in 2023.

At the same time, airline debts have soared as carriers borrowed to stay afloat during the crisis. Finance departments across the industry will face major challenges as the goal to fly net zero by 2050 approaches.

A highlight of the WFS Opening Plenary will be an onstage discussion with  Akbar Al Baker and Willie Walsh on the theme of the industry’s future.

Sessions will address: ESG & sustainable finance trends. Achieving carbon net zero by 2050. Financial risk management. The road to airline retailing & customer centricity. Fulfilment and settlement in a world of airline offers and orders. The future of airline payments and payments as a value creator. Understanding and preparing for OECD BEPS 2.0. WFS will also feature a a review of the industry economic outlook and resilience from IATA’s Chief Economist, Marie Owens Thomsen.

Earlier in June 2022, Qatar Airways hosted over 1,000 delegates and aviation leaders from across the globe at the industry’s biggest annual event, the 78th International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit (WATS).

 

 

 

 

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Qatar Airways unveils a new frequent flyer lounge https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-unveils-a-new-frequent-flyer-lounge/ Fri, 16 Sep 2022 00:02:25 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=724135 The post Qatar Airways unveils a new frequent flyer lounge appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways enhances its passenger experience at London Heathrow Terminal 4, and unveils a new Frequent Flyer Lounge, the first of its kind outside of its home, exclusively for Privilege Club members and oneworld alliance partners.

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Qatar Airways enhances its passenger experience at London Heathrow Terminal 4, and unveils a new Frequent Flyer Lounge, the first of its kind outside of its home, exclusively for Privilege Club members and oneworld alliance partners.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are proud to be opening our first Frequent Flyer lounge outside of Doha, offering passengers across the oneworld Alliance network an oasis of calm and comfort in one of the world’s busiest airports. Qatar Airways is committed to serving passengers travelling from Heathrow with world-class facilities, and we hope that they will enjoy the warm Qatari hospitality offered at the Premium Lounge, FFP Lounge and the dedicated Premium Check-in area.”

Situated in Terminal 4, located just a floor below the Premium Lounge, the Frequent Flyer lounge is  open to Qatar Airways Privilege Club members, with access extending to Joint Business Partners like British Airways Executive Club members, and other oneworld Alliance loyalty members. The lounge boasts modern interiors overlooking the tarmac. Eligible customers can indulge in a menu comprising of a hot and cold buffet selection and a range of beverages.

Qatar Airways’ Premium Lounge in Terminal 4, the very first in the airline’s global network, has also recently reopened its doors to Qatar Airways First and Business Class passengers. The premium lounge boasts of elegant seating areas, tarmac views, a martini bar, a dedicated family area, prayer room and diverse dining options including a full buffet and an à la carte menu served to fine dining standards at the brasserie and casual dining at the Global Deli.

Further elevating the customer experience in London Heathrow, Qatar Airways has dedicated a new enclosed Premium Check-in Area exclusively for its First and Business Class customers. Within the check-in lobby area, customers are invited to lounge in a haven of tranquillity with refreshing beverages while check-in formalities are completed. With Boarding card and fast track invitation in hand, customers can arrive at our lounge with ample time to spare before boarding their flight.

 

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Royal Jordanian hosts EC Meeting of AACO in Amman https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/royal-jordanian-hosts-ec-meeting-of-aaco-in-amman/ Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:10:49 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=723592 The post Royal Jordanian hosts EC Meeting of AACO in Amman appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Royal Jordanian hosted the ninety-second Executive Committee meeting of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization (AACO) in Amman

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Royal Jordanian hosted the ninety-second Executive Committee meeting of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization (AACO) in Amman, by invitation of Samer Majali, vice chairman and CEO of Royal Jordanian. The meeting was chaired by  Mohamed El-Hout, chairman of the board – director general of Middle East Airlines and Chairman of AACO’s Executive Committee, with the participation of the following members of the Executive Committee:  Tony Douglas, group chief executive officer – Etihad Aviation Group, Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive – Qatar Airways,  Abdelhamid Addo, chairman & chief executive officer – Royal Air Maroc, Ibrahim Abdul Rahman Al Omar, director general- Saudia, and  Khaled Chelly, chairman and CEO-Tunisair, in addition to AACO’s secretary general,  Abdul Wahab Teffaha.

The meeting discussed the current state of the industry, including the recovery of the aviation sector and travel demand following the COVID-19 crisis and the time expectations for the sector’s recovery, in addition to the repercussions of the war in Ukraine on air transport, which mainly affected the operating costs of airlines around the world due to the significant increase in aviation fuel prices.

The meeting also focused on several strategic issues; most importantly, aviation and the environment, whereby the Committee affirmed its support for CORSIA-the global system for reducing emissions for international aviation, as the only Market-Based Measure to deal with international aviation’s emissions. In addition, the Committee discussed the latest developments in ICAO in preparation for discussions on the aspirational long-term goal of reducing CO2 emissions for international aviation, which will be discussed at the ICAO General Assembly this month in Montreal. The Committee also raised important principles to facilitate the use of sustainable and low-carbon aviation fuels to reduce aviation emissions.

The Committee dug deeper into digital transformation in enhancing sales through direct channels and improving customer relationship management, while looking at the challenges facing airlines in both direct and indirect channels.

The Executive Committee also raised the issue of the danger posed by transporting lithium batteries on board aircraft inside the baggage of passengers, stressing the importance of having unified standards for all concerned aimed at avoiding accidents or damage that may result from not declaring the presence of this type of batteries inside the baggage.

In the end, the Committee reviewed the latest developments of the current joint projects between AACO members, and some administrative and financial affairs for the organization.

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Qatar Airways begins partnership with Virgin Australia https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-begins-partnership-with-virgin-australia/ Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:15:47 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=721935 The post Qatar Airways begins partnership with Virgin Australia appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, have officially commenced a strategic partnership that significantly expands the networks, lounges and loyalty programs of both airlines, bringing substantial benefits and new destinations to travellers.

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Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, have officially commenced a strategic partnership that significantly expands the networks, lounges and loyalty programs of both airlines, bringing substantial benefits and new destinations to travellers.

To commemorate the start of the partnership, Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways held a launch event at Brisbane Airport, featuring dancers representing various countries that can be accessed on the Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia networks.

Qatar airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker said: “Unlike other airlines, we were determined to keep flying to and from Australia during COVID, get desperate people home and keep businesses connected to the world, now we have strengthened our presence even more in cooperation with our good friends at Virgin Australia.”

“This partnership will also allow Qatar Airways Privilege Club members to earn and redeem Avios when flying on Virgin Australia. Passengers will benefit from the award-winning facilities of our hub at Hamad International Airport, recently voted the World’s Best Airport for two consecutive years, to create a comfortable journey. It also opens up Australia to our passengers flying in on Qatar Airways flights, after such a long, difficult time.”

Virgin Australia Group chief executive officer, Jayne Hrdlicka, said“Today is an incredibly exciting day for Virgin Australia and our loyal Velocity Frequent Flyer members with Qatar Airways officially joining the Virgin Australia family. “We are continuing to deliver on our promise to grow our international network, and from today, our guests will have direct access to over 150 destinations worldwide on the Qatar Airways’ network, including more access to the Middle East, Europe and Africa than we have ever offered in the history of our airline.

“For our more than 10.8 million Velocity members, they’ll now be able to earn and redeem Velocity Points to over 500 destinations globally when travelling with Virgin Australia, Qatar Airways and our long list of renowned international airline partners. Eligible Velocity members will also receive a host of premium benefits when travelling with Qatar Airways, including access to lounge and priority check-in and boarding.”

“The partnership will also allow Virgin Australia to show our famous hospitality and all the incredible scenery and unique experiences we have in Australia when Qatar Airways’ customers and Privilege Club members fly on our network. “It’s a fantastic partnership and we are proud to be joining forces with Qatar Airways.”

Announced in May 2022, the partnership opens seamless travel to over 150 destinations across the extensive Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia networks, creating a new gateway of seamless travel between Australia, the Middle-East, Europe and Africa, including to popular destinations such as London, Paris, Rome and Athens. Flights can already be booked on each airline’s websites, for travel effective 12 September 2022.

Members of Privilege Club will be able to earn Avios and QPoints on flights operated by Virgin Australia, and Velocity Frequent Flyer members can now earn Velocity Points and Status Credits for flights operated by Qatar Airways. Reward seats are also now available to book on eligible services operated by both airlines. From 12 September, eligible members of both loyalty programs will also receive additional tier benefits, including priority check-in, priority boarding, and lounge access irrespective of their class of travel.

The strategic partnership is set to provide a critical trade and tourism boost for Australia and Qatar, while opening a world of new travel opportunities for both airline’s customers.

Special promotions for Privilege Club and Velocity Members
Privilege Club members will earn double Avios when they book and fly on any Virgin Australia flight until 6 December 2022. Similarly, Velocity members will enjoy a special offer with discounted fares for any booking made on Qatar Airways’ website between 7 September and 12 October 2022 for travel until 31 March 2023 (block out periods apply). Three lucky Velocity Frequent Flyer members will also win 1 million Points each by flying on Qatar Airways before 31 December 2022*.

Business travel offering to launch soon
Coming soon, Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways will launch a market leading proposition for business travellers, providing more choice and value for business flyers travelling between Australia, the Middle East and Europe.

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Qatar Airways makes way for ‘Super Wi-Fi’ with Inmarsat https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-makes-way-for-super-wi-fi-with-inmarsat/ Thu, 08 Sep 2022 08:18:16 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=721681 The post Qatar Airways makes way for ‘Super Wi-Fi’ with Inmarsat appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Inmarsat has been selected as the inflight connectivity (IFC) provider for Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787-9 and 737-10 fleet.

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Inmarsat has been selected as the inflight connectivity (IFC) provider for Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787-9 and 737-10 fleet. Qatar Airways provides one hour of free access to its ‘Super Wi-Fi’, powered by GX Aviation, with the option to purchase full access for the remainder of each flight. The seamless and reliable broadband will be available across the airline’s aircraft and flight routes, allowing passengers to stay connected to family and friends, browse the internet, stream video and audio, enjoy social media, shop online and more.

Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways group chief executive, said: “Over the years, Qatar Airways has pioneered a range of game-changing innovations as part of our exceptional five-star passenger experience. This, in turn, has resulted in the international air transport rating organisation Skytrax naming us ‘Airline of the Year’ an unprecedented six times. The launch of our Super Wi-Fi, powered by Inmarsat’s GX Aviation, is a prime example. We were amongst the first airlines in the world to adopt this technology and remain the largest operator of GX-equipped aircraft in the Middle East and North Africa.

“Making Super Wi-Fi available across our fleet is an important milestone at a time when staying connected with loved ones and friends has never been more important for passengers. As the 2022 FIFA World Cup approaches, Inmarsat is the perfect partner we need to ensure Qatar Airways can offer unrivalled inflight connectivity to each and every passenger, continuing our track record of service excellence.”

Niels Steenstrup, president of Inmarsat Aviation, said “It has been more than four years since Qatar Airways became the launch customer for Inmarsat’s GX Aviation in the Middle East and North Africa and, during that time, millions of passengers have enjoyed access to its Super Wi-Fi service. We are delighted to expand our important partnership even further.

“Qatar Airways’ decision to select GX Aviation is testament to its continued satisfaction with our global, consistent, and reliable connectivity, as well as the positive feedback it has received from passengers. It has been a pleasure working with the airline on this rollout.”

GX Aviation, Inmarsat’s high-speed global inflight broadband service, has been rolled out successfully on other aircraft within the Qatar Airways fleet and, under the new agreement, it has already been activated on the first seven Boeing 787-9s.

GX Aviation is powered by Global Xpress (GX), the world’s first and only globally available broadband network, offering superior inflight connectivity on par with mobile Wi-Fi on the ground.

 

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Qatar Airways light-up the Parc des Princes https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-light-up-the-parc-des-princes/ Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:47:03 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=716751 The post Qatar Airways light-up the Parc des Princes appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

In celebration of the airline’s new role as Official Jersey Partner, Qatar Airways hosted the Paris Saint-Germain game vs AS Monaco at the iconic Parisian stadium with multiple celebrations for fans

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In celebration of the airline’s new role as Official Jersey Partner, Qatar Airways hosted the Paris Saint-Germain game vs AS Monaco at the iconic Parisian stadium with multiple celebrations for fans. On, the eve of the big match day, the airline kicked-off celebrations on a special flight to Paris with every passenger taking home a Paris Saint-Germain jersey.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways and Paris Saint-Germain aim to give customers and fans the best experience possible. We both believe in the importance of connecting the world – through sport and through travel – and our shared values as global brands dedicated to excellence are sure to make this continued partnership a success through our travel packages for fans and beyond.”

To celebrate the occasion, Qatar Airways hosted several opportunities for fans to experience the best of both organisations. To kick-off the weekend, all 340 passengers flying from Doha to Paris on flight QR0041 were surprised with the new Paris-Saint Germain jerseys featuring Qatar Airways on the front. The flight also received special passenger announcements from PSG players Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, Neymar, Achraf Hakimi, Presnel Kimpembe, and Renato Sanches.

During the match, Parc des Princes featured full Qatar Airways branding through the stadium, including on LEDs and pitch-side, fan engagement opportunities, and a photo moment featuring Paris Saint-Germain and Qatar Airways leadership, the full roster of players, and Qatar Airways crew. Fans unable to see the display in-person were treated to full VIP access, with social media users determining where Qatar Airways travelled within the stadium for behind-the-scenes views.

 

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Finnair and Qatar Airways to launch daily services from Nordic to Doha https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/finnair-and-qatar-airways-to-launch-daily-services-from-nordic-to-doha/ Mon, 29 Aug 2022 16:12:26 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=715733 The post Finnair and Qatar Airways to launch daily services from Nordic to Doha appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Finnair and oneworld partner Qatar Airways have agreed to establish a long-term strategic cooperation between Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen and Doha

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Finnair and oneworld partner Qatar Airways have agreed to establish a long-term strategic cooperation between Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen and Doha. Finnair and Qatar Airways are exploring opening services also between another European destination and Doha.

The flights to Doha are to be sold and marketed by both Finnair and Qatar Airways as per the schedule:  Seven weekly flights to and from Helsinki , seven weekly flights to and from Stockholm, seven weekly flights to and from Copenhagen .

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “As a fellow oneworld member, we enjoy a close relationship with Finnair and these new services to Hamad International Airport are an example of Qatar Airways working with partners for the benefit of our joint customers. This strategic partnership demonstrates our commitment to the Nordic markets and strengthens our position as the leading Middle East carrier in this important region. This partnership will be the foundation for the future expansion here.”

Al Baker added: “Soon, Doha will be the oneworld hub bringing more airline partners together than ever before. With this codeshare agreement, travellers from the Nordics will continue to have excellent connectivity to Doha with Finnair and onwards with Qatar Airways to attractive leisure and key business destinations across Asia, Africa, Australasia and the Middle East.”

“We are delighted to expand our collaboration with our oneworld partner Qatar Airways, offering new connections between Doha and the three Nordic capitals”, says Finnair CEO Topi Manner. “The role of Doha as an international hub is growing, and Qatar Airways has extensive connections from Doha onwards to for example Australasia, the Middle East and Africa.”

These services will be supported by a comprehensive codeshare agreement with shared passenger and cargo capacity between both airlines. Customers from the three Nordic cities will benefit from seamless connections via Doha to Qatar Airways’ extensive network of around 100 destinations across Australasia, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. The collaboration will also open new destinations and connection opportunities across Finnair’s Nordic network for Qatar Airways’ customers.

The services are planned to start between November and December 2022. They will be operated with Finnair’s Airbus A330 aircraft featuring Finnair’s new long-haul cabins, including industry-leading Air Lounge business class seats, a brand-new premium economy travel class and refreshed economy class.

 

 

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David Beckham beckons you to Qatar https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/david-beckham-beckons-you-to-qatar/ Mon, 29 Aug 2022 08:30:22 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=715332 The post David Beckham beckons you to Qatar appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Tourism has launched a new holiday campaign featuring David Beckham to support the country’s tourism goals and ambition to attract more than six million visitors a year by 2030.

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Qatar Tourism has launched a new holiday campaign featuring David Beckham to support the country’s tourism goals and ambition to attract more than six million visitors a year by 2030. The campaign reveals Beckham’s action-packed adventure around the country over the course of 48 hours, showing how Qatar offers visitors everything from cultural hotspots to scenic landscapes.

Led by passionate local personalities, Beckham is seen discovering Qatar as he explores the winding spice markets of Souq Waqif, soaks up local street art, cooks tacos infused with local flavours, camps in the desert, and sightsees around Doha by motorbike.

Commenting on the launch of the campaign, Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “It has been a pleasure to welcome David to Qatar, where he has immersed himself in the culture and experienced first-hand the warm hospitality of our people. I encourage the millions who transit through Qatar every year to follow in David’s footsteps and create their own exciting adventure and memories. We have something for everyone at incredible value, whether it’s sun, sea and sand, rich heritage and culture, surprising nature, or a modern and fun city break.”

With several national holidays and long weekends coming up across the region, the campaign might just inspire GCC residents to earmark Qatar as their next destination for a quick, weekend getaway.

David Beckham said: “Qatar has surprised me with a wide range of great experiences you can have in just 48 hours. The people are warm and welcoming, and it is a great place to spend a few days.” He added: “The people of Qatar are passionate about their culture and the mix of modern and traditional creates something really special. I saw so much during my trip from spice markets to museums to enjoying a ride on my motorbike, which was one of the highlights.”

With more than 80% of the world’s population within a six-hour flight from Qatar, this campaign showcases how Qatar is an excellent place for GCC visitors to turn a stopover into a mini break or to spend a quick weekend getaway timed with the various national holidays and long weekends coming up in the region. Through this campaign, Qatar Tourism seeks to raise awareness of the world’s best value stopover packages, which are on offer from Qatar Airways. The campaign will see content across digital advertising, social media channels, and Qatar Tourism’s website, in addition to being shared by selected partners. The campaign video will also be hosted on Qatar Airways’ in-flight entertainment system Oryx.

During his tour of Qatar, David Beckham went on adventures with the following people: Chef Noor Al Mazroei, Chef at Rosado Café, took David on a tour of the spice market in Souq Waqif. Saad Ismail Al Jassim, one of Qatar’s last legendary pearl divers, gave David a lesson on the country’s historic primary industry of pearling, before the discovery of oil and gas. Abdulaziz Yousef, a Qatari artist, showed David around Souq Waqif’s Art Centre.

Chef Aquiles Chaves, a visiting chef and television personality from Mexico, helped David cook tacos fused with Qatari flavours. Sheikha Reem Al Thani, acting deputy CEO of exhibitions and marketing and the director of centralized exhibitions at Qatar Museums (QM), accompanied David as he explored one of Qatar’s most iconic museums. Khalid & Majid, Qatari falcon trainers, greeted David at a desert camp near Khor Al Adaid, also known as the Inland Sea. Saeed Al Sulaiti, Qatari Motorcycle Champion, rode with David around The Pearl-Qatar, a man-made island with shops, hotels and colourful residential neighbourhoods. Hamida Issa Al Kuwari, a Qatari filmmaker, guided David through Katara Cultural Village, Qatar’s go-to destination for art, food, and culture. Khalid Al Hamadi, dhow & Qatari Marine Expert, accompanied David aboard a traditional wooden dhow boat

 

 

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Qatar Airways welcomes new-gen first Boeing 777-9 aircraft to Doha https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-welcomes-new-gen-first-boeing-777-9-aircraft-to-doha/ Wed, 24 Nov 2021 01:00:50 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=681707 The post Qatar Airways welcomes new-gen first Boeing 777-9 aircraft to Doha appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways showcased its role as a global launch customer for the latest generation Boeing 777-9 aircraft after welcoming the ultra-modern, fuel efficient jet to Doha International Airport (DIA)

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Qatar Airways showcased its role as a global launch customer for the latest generation Boeing 777-9 aircraft after welcoming the ultra-modern, fuel efficient jet to Doha International Airport (DIA).

A host of VIP guests joined Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, to share in the arrival of the aircraft, which will remain in Qatar before returning to Seattle’s Boeing Field to continue its rigorous test program. The aircraft, which is anticipated to join the award-winning airline’s fleet in the near future, will be the world’s largest and most efficient twin-engine jet, delivering 20 percent lower fuel consumption and emissions than previous generation aircraft.

Key technologies enabling this efficiency are its new carbon-fibre composite wing, new engines and natural laminar flow nacelles. The 777-9 builds on the passenger-preferred and market-leading 777 and 787 Dreamliner families to deliver the flight experience of the future. Passengers and crew alike will enjoy a more comfortable cabin altitude, better humidity, a smoother ride, a wider cabin, larger windows and a spacious architecture.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “It was back in 2013 that Qatar Airways Group initially announced its planned investment in the Boeing’s latest generation aircraft. After visiting the Boeing factory in Everett, Washington in September 2018, we had the opportunity to view the 777-9 up close in person, but today marks the first chance for the airline and our esteemed VIP guests to witness our significant commitment to this incredible aircraft here in Qatar as it arrives for the first time.”

Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO, Stan Deal, said:  “We are honored by Qatar Airways’ enduring commitment to the 777-9 and to the partnership and innovation it represents. With its unprecedented improvement in fuel efficiency and emissions and new levels of comfort, we look forward to seeing the 777-9 delight Qatar Airway’s passengers for many years to come.”

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How 100% of hotels in Qatar have now become Qatar Clean certified https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/how-100-of-hotels-in-qatar-have-now-become-qatar-clean-certified/ Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:27:06 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=672457 The post How 100% of hotels in Qatar have now become Qatar Clean certified appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) marks a milestone in its Qatar Clean programme, with 100% of QNTC-licensed hotels now “Qatar Clean” certified

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Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) marks a milestone in its Qatar Clean programme, with 100% of QNTC-licensed hotels now “Qatar Clean” certified. Launched in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) in June 2020, QNTC’s Qatar Clean programme ensures the highest standards in hygiene and cleanliness, with rigorous procedures in place to ensure the safety of customers.

QNTC’s secretary general, Akbar Al Baker as well as COO Berthold Trenkel marked the anniversary with a visit to the W Doha, which the first hotel to be certified Qatar Clean. With 100% hotels now fully  certified, the programme is now being expanded to restaurants, and can be rolled out to other sectors including transport, retail and culture.

Al Baker stated: “Qatar Clean is a key component of our proposition; those in Qatar can enjoy our award winning hospitality and world class offerings with their safety assured, and we look forward to welcoming visitors from both near and far.”

As Qatar begins to ease restrictions, Qatar Clean certified hotels and restaurants can operate at limited capacity and serve fully vaccinated individuals. And with visitors from the GCC now able to enter Qatar, both visitors and residents can rest assured that the highest standards of health and hygiene are being maintained at Qatar Clean certified venues.

To maintain a Qatar Clean certification, hotels must adhere to the following:

  • Each hotel facility must appoint its own Qatar Clean Programme Manager responsible for overseeing employee training and overall compliance with programme requirements.
  • Hotels must sterilise their facilities daily, conduct frequent and thorough cleaning, use disinfectant in all rooms, air conditioning systems, water tanks, toilets, and ensure stringent sterilisation of designated guest areas, especially reception halls and lobbies.
  • To reduce contact with guests, hotels must adopt mobile or other contactless procedures for check in and check out, while optimising spaces to maintain a distance of at least two metres between individuals.
  • Hotels must carry out daily temperature checks on all employees at the start of their shifts, as well as on suppliers and guests. Anyone exhibiting symptoms of Coronavirus must immediately be placed in isolation, and MOPH would be contacted.

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The good samaritan! Qatar Airways ships essential medical supplies to India free of cost https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/the-good-samaritan-qatar-airways-ships-essential-medical-supplies-to-india-free-of-cost/ Mon, 03 May 2021 01:36:40 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=670046 The post The good samaritan! Qatar Airways ships essential medical supplies to India free of cost appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways is supporting international efforts to tackle the second COVID-19 surge in India by shipping medical aid and equipment to the country free of charge from global suppliers

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Qatar Airways is supporting international efforts to tackle the second COVID-19 surge in India by shipping medical aid and equipment to the country free of charge from global suppliers. The airline intends to transport 300 tonnes of aid from across its global network to Doha where it will be flown in a three-flight cargo aircraft convoy directly to destinations in India where it is most desperately needed.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker said: “Qatar has a long and special relationship with India, and we have watched with great sorrow as COVID-19 has once again caused a significant challenge to the country. As one of the world air cargo leaders, with an extensive international network, we stand ready to provide humanitarian support by transporting these much-needed supplies, and help the country fight back against this appalling virus. Qatar Airways Cargo has already transported well over 20 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine for UNICEF as part of the five-year MoU to support UNICEF’s Humanitarian Airfreight Initiative.”

The cargo shipment will include PPE equipment, oxygen canisters and other essential medical items, and consists of donations by individuals and companies around the world in addition to existing cargo orders.

Qatar Airways has been a leader in the fight against COVID-19 and in the early stages of the pandemic, provided similar aid flights to China, shipping supplies to Beijing, Guangzhou and Shanghai in February 2020.

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Qatar unveils ambitious refurbishment project of historic dhow boats https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-unveils-ambitious-refurbishment-project-of-historic-dhow-boats/ Fri, 16 Apr 2021 06:48:50 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=641098 The post Qatar unveils ambitious refurbishment project of historic dhow boats appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has begun a large-scale project to refurbish a fleet of over 40 traditional dhow boats, as it continues to improve amenities and activities for international and domestic tourists

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Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has begun a large-scale project to refurbish a fleet of over 40 traditional dhow boats, as it continues to improve amenities and activities for international and domestic tourists.

The dhow boat refurbishment project is part of a strategic initiative for improving service excellence across Qatar’s hospitality sector. The three-phased project will include the refurbishment of the dhows, the modernisation of marinas and jetties, and health and safety training for crew members and boat drivers.

The first phase will be the restoration of 40 licenced dhows, which were historically used for pearl diving, fishing and transporting goods. Renovations will be made to upgrade the onboard guest experience while maintaining the authentic traditional exterior. Once complete, each dhow will be more environmentally friendly, with solar energy to replace diesel fuel and LED lights installed. They will also be equipped to maximise passenger safety and comfort.

Once the renovations are complete, the dhows will be ready to take visitors on a relaxing, scenic journey, which will not only showcase the breath-taking views of Doha’s iconic skyline from the water but will also allow visitors to experience a key aspect of Qatari history and culture.

Secretary general of Qatar National Tourism Council and group chief executive of Qatar Airways, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The refurbishment of the dhow boats is vital for providing visitors with the unique opportunity to experience an important part of Qatar’s heritage and culture. While the dhows no longer serve as vessels to fish and dive for pearls, we look forward to them returning to the water for all to enjoy.”

Director of tourism licensing in tourism development sector, Muhammad Al Ansari, who is overseeing the restoration project, commented: “We are taking every measure to ensure that each dhow is carefully refurbished to a standard befitting their importance to our culture. Dhows are a wonderful asset to Qatar and once the project is complete, they will provide guests with yet another enjoyable way to experience Doha from the water.”

Dhows have been cruising the waters of the Arabian sea for centuries. With Qatar being a peninsular state with one land border, dhows originally provided its citizens with an essential lifeline to trade fresh water, fruit and merchandise, as well as to fish and dive for pearls.

The two subsequent phases of the restoration project will improve facilities and training. The second phase will see the modernisation of marinas and jetties to improve the boarding experience with comfortable waiting rooms and new ticket offices. The third and final phase will provide full training and certification for the crews running the dhows, who oversee the daily maintenance of the marina sites and kiosks.

The Dhow boat restoration project will be completed by October 2021.

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Qatar Airways welcomes first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-welcomes-first-fully-covid-19-vaccinated-flight/ Fri, 09 Apr 2021 00:31:24 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=640827 The post Qatar Airways welcomes first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has operated what it claims is the first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight.

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Qatar Airways has operated what it claims is the first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight.

Flight QR6421 departed Hamad International Airport at 11:00am yesterday carrying only vaccinated crew and passengers onboard, with passengers also to be served by fully vaccinated staff at check-in.

The special flight, which will return to Doha at 14:00, will showcase all the measures the airline has put in place to ensure the highest standards of safety and hygiene on board.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Today’s special flight demonstrates the next stage in the recovery of international travel is not far away.

“We are proud to continue leading the industry by operating the first flight with a fully vaccinated crew and passengers and providing a beacon of hope for the future of international aviation.

“With aviation being a critical economic driver both globally and here in the state of Qatar, we are thankful for the support we have received from our government and local health authorities to vaccinate our staff, with over 1,000 vaccinations being administered per day.”

Qatar Airways is also trialling the new IATA Travel Pass mobile app.

The pass ensures passengers receive up-to-date information on Covid-19 health regulations at their destination country, as well as complying with strict global data privacy regulations to enable the sharing of Covid-19 test results with airlines to verify they are eligible to undertake their journey.

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In spirit of the game! Qatar Airways becomes official airline for UEFA Euro 2020 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/in-spirit-of-the-game-qatar-airways-becomes-official-airline-for-uefa-euro-2020/ Wed, 24 Feb 2021 05:04:40 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=574996 The post In spirit of the game! Qatar Airways becomes official airline for UEFA Euro 2020 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways will join The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) as partner of the UEFA Euro 2020, with the national carrier of Qatar set to be the official airline of the tournament

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Qatar Airways will join The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) as partner of the UEFA Euro 2020, with the national carrier of Qatar set to be the official airline of the tournament taking place from 11 June –11 July.

The 16th edition of the flagship UEFA Championship will see the 24-team tournament celebrated across 12 host cities including Amsterdam, Baku, Bilbao, Bucharest, Budapest, Copenhagen, Dublin, Glasgow, London, Munich, Rome and St. Petersburg. Wembley Stadium will be set to host the final in London on 11 July 2021.

The airline will serve all the host cities either directly or through airline partners.  Additionally, the Qatar Airways brand will feature prominently across all digital platforms and stadiums set to host the 51 matches during the course of the summer tournament.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive Akbar Al Baker said: “The power of sport to unite people is unrivalled, and this partnership with UEFA Euro 2020 is an excellent opportunity for us to witness the very best in European football. Furthermore, this alliance illustrates our commitment to Europe, and accentuates our growing sporting partnership portfolio.”

UEFA director of marketing, Guy-Laurent Epstein, added: “We are delighted to welcome Qatar Airways on board as an Official Partner of UEFA Euro 2020. Like sport, travel unites us. Now more than ever, next summer represents the ideal opportunity for us to celebrate the excitement that the competition will bring.”

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Qatar Airways is first global airline to offer fliers 100% touch-free ‘zero-touch’ in-flight entertainment technology https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-is-first-global-airline-to-offer-fliers-100-touch-free-zero-touch-in-flight-entertainment-technology/ Fri, 19 Feb 2021 02:12:17 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=574639 The post Qatar Airways is first global airline to offer fliers 100% touch-free ‘zero-touch’ in-flight entertainment technology appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced it will soon become the first global airline to offer passengers 100 percent Zero-Touch technology for its award-winning Oryx One in-flight entertainment system across the A350 fleet

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Qatar Airways has announced it will soon become the first global airline to offer passengers 100 percent Zero-Touch technology for its award-winning Oryx One in-flight entertainment system across the A350 fleet as part of the airline’s latest COVID-19 safety measures.

The Zero-Touch technology, introduced in partnership with the Thales AVANT IFE system, will enable A350 passengers to pair their personal electronic devices (PEDs) with their seat-back IFE screen by connecting to ‘Oryxcomms’ Wi-Fi and simply scanning a QR code displayed on the screen. They can then use their PEDs to navigate and enjoy more than 4,000 options on offer through the airline’s award-winning Oryx One in-flight entertainment system, limiting the frequency of on board surface contact and providing greater peace of mind throughout the duration of their journey.

The airline is also set to become the first airline in Europe and the Middle East and North Africa region to offer passengers in Business and Economy the option to pair their personal Bluetooth headphones with the on-board seatback IFE system in all cabins on the Boeing 787-9 fleet.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The introduction of the state-of-the-art Zero-Touch technology, and enabling passengers to use their personal Bluetooth headset on board is an important step in taking our already rigorous and stringent COVID-19 precautions to another level, limiting passenger surface contact and preventing any possible spread of infection on board.

“We hope it provides yet further assurance of the safety of air travel, as well as offering passengers on board increased confidence that they are enjoying the most consistently advanced customer experience available in the sky.”

The national carrier of the State of Qatar continues to rebuild its network, which currently stands at over 130 destinations. With more frequencies being added to key hubs, Qatar Airways offers unrivalled connectivity to passengers, making it easy for them to change their travel dates or destination if they need to.

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Revealed: First Bespoke FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 aircraft https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/revealed-first-bespoke-fifa-world-cup-qatar-2022-aircraft/ Mon, 23 Nov 2020 02:30:34 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=566626 The post Revealed: First Bespoke FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 aircraft appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways, official partner and the official airline of FIFA, has unveiled a specially-branded Boeing 777 aircraft painted in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 livery

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Qatar Airways, official partner and the official airline of FIFA, has unveiled a specially-branded Boeing 777 aircraft painted in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 livery, to mark two years to go until the tournament kicks off on 21 November 2022.

The bespoke aircraft, which features distinctive FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 branding was hand-painted to commemorate the airline’s partnership with FIFA. More aircraft in the Qatar Airways fleet will feature the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 livery and will visit several destinations in the network.

The Boeing 777-300ER will enter service on 21 November operating flights between Doha and Zurich. The inaugural route of the bespoke aircraft further reiterates the airline’s commitment to the FIFA partnership by flying to the home of FIFA in Switzerland on this significant date.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are tremendously excited to celebrate our partnership with FIFA and Qatar’s status as host of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM by introducing this unique aircraft to our fleet. As Official Partner and Official Airline of FIFA, we can feel the excitement building with two years to go until we will welcome the world to our beautiful country. Qatar’s readiness to host FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is evident all around us. Our network recently expanded to 100 destinations, and will further grow to more than 125 destinations by March 2021.”

FIFA’s director of marketing, Jean-François Pathy, said: “Our official partner launching this striking, iconic aircraft featuring the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 livery is an important milestone. We are looking forward to welcoming fans from around the globe to experience this unique FIFA World Cup and discover Qatar in two years’ time.”

The carrier, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, will soon launch bespoke travel packages to visit Qatar for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

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Qatar Airways says thank you to teachers with 21,000 complimentary tickets https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-says-thank-you-to-teachers-with-21000-complimentary-tickets/ Mon, 05 Oct 2020 03:00:07 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=560618 The post Qatar Airways says thank you to teachers with 21,000 complimentary tickets appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

On the occasion of World Teacher’s Day, Qatar Airways will give away 21,000 complimentary tickets to teachers to thank them for their vital work in educating young people worldwide during the challenges brought by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

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On the occasion of World Teacher’s Day, Qatar Airways will give away 21,000 complimentary tickets to teachers to thank them for their vital work in educating young people worldwide during the challenges brought by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The giveaway will open today and close on 8 October. Teaching professionals can register for this exclusive offer by submitting a form to receive a unique promotion code, offered on a first come, first served basis.

Teaching professionals from over 75 countries in which Qatar Airways currently operates are eligible for tickets. To ensure the application process is fair and transparent, each country will receive a daily allocation of tickets, staggered over the three-day campaign period. The daily allocation will be released at 04:00 AM Doha time throughout the campaign period.

Teachers that successfully register will receive one economy class return ticket to anywhere on Qatar Airways’ current network of more than 90 destinations worldwide. Additionally, they will receive a voucher for 50 per cent off one future return ticket that they can use for themselves, a family member or a friend. Both tickets are valid for travel up to 30 September 2021.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive Akbar Al Baker said: “We are incredibly grateful for the commitment and hard work of teaching professionals around the world who continue to educate our young people in these times of uncertainty. We know that it has not been an easy task, yet teachers have been incredibly resourceful, turning to online learning and other methods. As the largest airline flying consistently throughout the pandemic, we have also supported students in recent weeks by flying to wherever they need to be to start their studies on charter as well as scheduled flights. As an airline, we firmly believe in the importance of education and are committed to lending our support to educational causes.”

Since 2013, the airline has been a proud supporter of Education Above All’s Educate A Child programme, which was launched in 2012 by Sheikha Moza bint Nasser to significantly reduce the number of children worldwide who are denied their right to education.

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Qatar Airways celebrates growth of super Wi-Fi equipped fleet by offering 100 days of free connectivity https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-celebrates-growth-of-super-wi-fi-equipped-fleet-by-offering-100-days-of-free-connectivity/ Mon, 28 Sep 2020 03:30:54 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=560073 The post Qatar Airways celebrates growth of super Wi-Fi equipped fleet by offering 100 days of free connectivity appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

For the next 100 days until 2 January 2021, passengers can stay connected with family, friends and colleagues free-of-charge using the Wi-Fi connectivity on board

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Qatar Airways is now offering 100 days of free on-board Super Wi-Fi connectivity to all passengers, in celebration of the airline equipping more than 100 of its state-of-the-art aircraft with high-speed broadband.

For the next 100 days until 2 January 2021, passengers can stay connected with family, friends and colleagues free-of-charge using the Wi-Fi connectivity on board. Qatar Airways now offers the largest number of aircraft equipped with high-speed broadband connectivity in Asia, the Middle East and North Africa.

Qatar Airways group chief executive Akbar Al Baker said: “During these challenging times Qatar Airways continues to lead and innovate, providing our passengers with the five-star experience they have come to expect from us. It also proves that our mission to connect people around the world does not start and end with just travel. We understand the importance, especially in recent months, of enabling people to be connected at all times, whether on-the-ground or 35,000ft in-the-air.”

More than 100 Qatar Airways aircraft have been fitted with the high-speed Super Wi-Fi service, using the award-winning GX Aviation technology from global mobile satellite communications provider, Inmarsat, since the launch of the service in 2018. Passengers on flights fitted with GX Aviation usually receive up to one hour free access to the Super Wi-Fi service, with the ability to purchase full-flight access if more online time is needed.

According to the latest IATA data, Qatar Airways has become the largest international carrier between April to July by fulfilling its mission of taking people home. This enabled the airline to accumulate unmatched experience in carrying passengers safely and reliably and uniquely positioned the airline to effectively rebuild its network. The carrier has stringently implemented the most advanced safety and hygiene measures on board its aircraft and in Hamad International Airport.

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Qatar Clean programme unveiled for tourism sector https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-clean-programme-unveiled-for-tourism-sector/ Thu, 27 Aug 2020 02:35:46 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=557396 The post Qatar Clean programme unveiled for tourism sector appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar National Tourism Council has launched the best in class ‘Qatar Clean’ programme in all hotels across the country to reassure international visitors in preparation for welcoming them back to the country

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Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC), in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), has launched the best in class ‘Qatar Clean’ programme in all hotels across the country to reassure international visitors in preparation for welcoming them back to the country.

The multi-phased, comprehensive programme, which was been developed following a robust review of the best safety initiatives from around the world, ensures strict standards for hygiene and cleanliness at all tourist attractions in the country. Following initial testing, it was rolled out in May and June this year for Phase 1 of Qatar’s reopening plan. Following review and continual improvement, it is now being extended to other sectors, such as restaurants and shopping malls, with best practices applied.

The first stage of the programme was aimed at protecting hospitality workers and guests by setting standards for sterilisation and disinfection, which all hotel establishments must adhere to. The program complies with government guidelines on reducing the spread of Covid-19 and further complements independent measures being undertaken by hotels. Hotels that meet these requirements are certified ‘Qatar Clean’, assuring guests of a safe experience. Since its introduction, nearly 100 hotels have been certified with more being reviewed.

The country is currently in the third phase of its four-phase reopening plan with hotel facilities, shopping malls, and many of the country’s health clubs and salons now open for business, with precautions in place.

Dr. Hanan Mohamed Al-Kuwari, minister of public health said: “We welcome the implementation of the Qatar Clean programme and are pleased to cooperate with the QNTC to provide a safe and healthy tourism experience for the residents of Qatar in all the country’s hotels. We will study the expansion of the initiative and its potential application in other sectors, in order to ensure our continued success in limiting the spread of the Covid-19 and maintaining the health and well-being of the people of Qatar.”

Akbar Al Baker, secretary general of QNTC and group CEO of Qatar Airways Group remarked: “The programme is one of many initiatives by QNTC, in collaboration with our partners, to help the sector welcome back visitors to enjoy our world-renowned hospitality. We commend our partners at the Ministry of Public Health and in hospitality and are pleased to have launched this best in class program ahead of welcoming international visitors. We are confident this will engender trust in safe tourism in Qatar.”

The programme is part of an extensive safety programme across Qatar to control the spread of Covid-19.

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How Qatar Airways is redefining loyalty programme with newly enhanced Qmiles policy https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/how-qatar-airways-is-redefining-loyalty-programme-with-newly-enhanced-qmiles-policy/ Tue, 11 Aug 2020 02:00:04 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=555601 The post How Qatar Airways is redefining loyalty programme with newly enhanced Qmiles policy appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme, Privilege Club, has announced a change to its Qmiles policy in efforts to enhance the programme to further honour members loyalty

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Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme, Privilege Club, has announced a change to its Qmiles policy in efforts to enhance the programme to further honour members loyalty. When a member earns or spends Qmiles, their balance is valid for 36 months.

Members can now earn or spend their Qmiles for as long as they stay active with the programme. This enhancement is among the initial steps in Privilege Club’s journey of change in exceeding expectations from the airline passengers can always rely on.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive Akbar Al Baker said: “We are dedicated to provide our promised five-star service to our passengers and our Privilege Club plays an important role in this. We want to reward our most loyal customers with generosity and flexibility. As such, we have embarked on a journey of change within the club that puts our members and their needs at the forefront. It has recently undergone multiple changes and our enhanced Qmiles policy is the first major step towards perfecting our loyalty programme with many more exciting new initiatives planned in the coming months.”

Privilege Club launched in 2000 as a form of appreciation to Qatar Airways’ loyal passengers, offering them the opportunity to earn Qmiles when travelling on Qatar Airways, oneworld airlines, or any of the airlines’ partners. It has since served as another convenient means of payment at the award-winning Qatar Duty Free (QDF) outlets, Oryx Galleria in Doha and now at Al Maha meet and assist services at Hamad International Airport (HIA).

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Clear breach: Qatar Airways seeks USD 5 billion from UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Egypt over airspace ban https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/clear-breach-qatar-airways-seeks-usd-5-billion-from-uae-bahrain-saudi-arabia-and-egypt-over-airspace-ban/ Thu, 23 Jul 2020 07:03:23 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=553927 The post Clear breach: Qatar Airways seeks USD 5 billion from UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Egypt over airspace ban appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The arbitrations seek redress for the blockading states’ actions to remove the airline from their markets and to forbid the airline from flying over their airspace

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Qatar Airways Group, owner and operator of Qatar Airways, the flag carrier of Qatar, has launched four international investment arbitrations against the UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Since 2017, the four countries have imposed an illegal air, sea and land blockade against Qatar.

The arbitrations seek redress for the blockading states’ actions to remove the airline from their markets and to forbid the airline from flying over their airspace. Qatar Airways is seeking a total of at least USD 5 billion from the blockading states as compensation for their unlawful actions.

For three decades, the carrier made substantial investments in the four blockading countries in order to serve hundreds of thousands of passengers and to transport tens of thousands of tons of cargo to and from each of these countries annually.

Starting on 5 June 2017, without prior warning, the UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Egypt took collective measures targeting Qatar Airways and its operations. These measures specifically targeted Qatar Airways, with the objective of shuttering Qatar Airways’ local operations, destroying the value of the airline’s investments and causing widespread damage to Qatar Airways’ global network of operations. In particular, these measures included, but were not limited to, closing their irspace and airports to Qatar Airways’ aircraft and revoking its licenses and permits to operate in the blockading states. These measures persist to date and continue to disrupt its global operations.

Qatar Airways is seeking full compensation for these damages in four investment arbitrations, brought under three separate treaties, namely: the OIC Investment Agreement; the Arab Investment Agreement; and the bilateral investment treaty between Qatar and Egypt. The notices of arbitration make clear that by imposing the measures against the carrier, the blockading states have violated their obligations under the agreements, including by expropriating and failing to adequately protect and secure Qatar Airways’ investments, discriminating against the airline, and failing to provide fair and equitable treatment to the airline and its investments.

Commenting on the launch of the investment arbitrations, Akbar Al Baker, group CEO of Qatar Airways, said: “The decision by the blockading states to prevent us from operating in their countries and flying over their airspace is a clear breach of civil aviation conventions and several binding agreements they are signatories to. After more than three years of efforts to resolve the crisis amicably through dialogue yielded no results, we have taken the decision to issue notices of arbitration and pursue all legal remedies to protect our rights and secure full compensation for the violations.”

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Qatar Airways to fly over 65 destinations by mid-July https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-fly-over-65-destinations-by-mid-july/ Sun, 05 Jul 2020 23:00:56 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=553120 The post Qatar Airways to fly over 65 destinations by mid-July appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways welcomed the month of July by relaunching flights to 11 destinations. The airline will resume services to over 65 destinations by mid-July.

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Qatar Airways welcomed the month of July by relaunching flights to 11 destinations. The airline will resume services to over 65 destinations by mid-July with the addition of flights to the following destinations:

1 July:

  • Bali Denpasar (daily flights)
  • Beirut (seven weekly flights)
  • Belgrade (three weekly flights)
  • Berlin (three weekly flights)
  • Boston (five weekly flights increasing to daily from 1 August)
  • Edinburgh (three weekly flights)
  • Larnaca (three weekly flights)
  • Los Angeles (three weekly flights, five weekly from 17 July and six weekly from 1 August)
  • Prague (three weekly flights)
  • Washington DC (five weekly flights increasing to daily from 1 August)
  • Zagreb (three weekly flights)

4 July:

  • Toronto (three weekly flights, new destination)

9 July:

  • Ankara (three weekly flights)

11 July:

  • Zanzibar (four weekly flights)

13 July:

  • Kilimanjaro (three weekly flights)

15 July:

  • Bucharest (four weekly flights)
  • Sofia (four weekly flights)
  • Venice (three weekly flights)

Qatar Airways continues to work closely with governments around the world to resume commercial flights in line with entry restrictions. The airline is hopeful further commercial flight restrictions will be eased throughout July, with the carrier planning to resume almost two-thirds of its pre-COVID19 network by the end of the month. The airline expects its number of flights to almost double in July with close to 3,500 flights scheduled, compared to just under 2,100 in June.

Enhanced health and safety measures

Qatar Airways has increased its health and safety measures onboard by introducing the following:

  • New personal protective equipment (PPE) for customers and cabin crew. The airline’s additional robust measures include offering face shields and protective kits to all passengers, in addition to a new protective gown for cabin crew.
  • The disposable face shield will be available in two standard sizes – one for adults and the other for children. The children’s face shields feature the airline’s Oryx Kids Club mascots as part of their design. Passengers travelling from Hamad International Airport (HIA) will receive their face shields at the check-in counters, whereas, at other destinations, the face shields will be distributed at the boarding gates.
  • Onboard, all Qatar Airways passengers will be provided with a complimentary protective kit. Inside a ziplock pouch, they will find a single-use surgical face mask, large disposable powder-free gloves and an alcohol-based hand sanitiser gel. Business Class customers will also be offered an additional 75ml sanitiser gel tube.
  • Business Class customers are offered even greater privacy with sliding partitions and fully closing doors, and an option to display a ‘Do Not Disturb (DND)’ indicator if they wish to limit their interactions with cabin crew.
  • Aircrafts feature the most advanced air filtration systems, equipped with industrial-size HEPA filters that remove 99.97% of viral and bacterial contaminants from re-circulated air, providing the most effective protection against infection.
  • All the airline’s onboard linen and blankets are washed, dried and pressed at microbial lethal temperatures, while its headsets are rigorously sanitised after each flight. These items are then sealed into individual packaging by staff wearing hygienic disposable gloves.
  • In addition, HIA has implemented stringent cleaning procedures and applied social distancing measures throughout its terminals. All passenger touchpoints are sanitized every 10-15 minutes and every boarding gate and bus gate counter is cleaned after each flight.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: “Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, the safety of our passengers has been our highest priority. By introducing these additional onboard safety and hygiene measures, our customers can rely on us and our unparalleled expertise to fly them safely to their destination. As the largest international airline flying consistently throughout the pandemic, we have become one of the most experienced in safety and hygiene. We will continue to lead the industry in terms of the services offered to our passengers, so that they can travel with confidence.”

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In spirit of the game! Qatar Airways sponsors AS Roma Women’s Football Team https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/in-spirit-of-the-game-qatar-airways-sponsors-as-roma-womens-football-team/ Fri, 26 Jun 2020 09:35:36 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=552780 The post In spirit of the game! Qatar Airways sponsors AS Roma Women’s Football Team appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced that it is the new Main Global Partner of AS Roma Women’s Team for season 2020-21. This development sees the airline extend its partnership with AS Roma to also include the women’s team. Its extensive football sponsorship portfolio currently includes the men’s and women’s teams of both Boca Juniors in Argentina […]

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Qatar Airways has announced that it is the new Main Global Partner of AS Roma Women’s Team for season 2020-21. This development sees the airline extend its partnership with AS Roma to also include the women’s team.

Its extensive football sponsorship portfolio currently includes the men’s and women’s teams of both Boca Juniors in Argentina and Paris Saint-Germain. It has also partnered with German club FC Bayern München, Al Sadd Sports Club in Qatar and the Belgian club K.A.S. Eupen.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is delighted to sponsor the AS Roma Women team as we see women’s football going from strength to strength around the world. We are proud of our diverse portfolio of global sport sponsorships and are totally committed to supporting the women’s game, reflecting our belief in the power that sport has in bringing people together.”

Qatar Airways’ senior vice president for marketing and corporate communications, Salam Al Shawa, said: “We are thrilled to welcome the AS Roma Women team to the Qatar Airways football family and look forward to seeing the players proudly sporting our logo on their shirts. Women’s sport has experienced unprecedented growth in viewership, attendance and fan following in recent years and we are excited at the opportunities this partnership presents the airline.”

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Qatar Airways’ share of international traffic more than triple its nearest competitor in April https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-share-of-international-traffic-more-than-triple-its-nearest-competitor-in-april/ Fri, 12 Jun 2020 07:00:23 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=552062 The post Qatar Airways’ share of international traffic more than triple its nearest competitor in April appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways’ dedicated mission to take people home reflected in IATA traffic figures

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New independent data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reaffirms Qatar Airways as the airline that worked diligently to take people home safely and reliably during this crisis. The airline’s over 1.3 billion revenue passenger kilometres (RPK) during the month of April accounted for 17.8% of the global market, over triple its nearest competitor and more than the next four airlines combined.

Qatar Airways Cargo also continues to lead its sector with more than 900 million cargo tonne kilometres (CTK) accounting for 7.2% of the global cargo market, ensuring much needed airfreight capacity to support global trade and the transportation of essential medical and aid supplies to impacted regions.

While the COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for the global aviation industry, the national carrier of Qatar has remained focused on its fundamental mission of taking people home. It has become the largest carrier in the world flying over 50 million kilometres to repatriate over 1.8 million passengers on over 15,000 flights during the crisis. The airline has also worked closely with governments, and companies around the world to operate over 220 charters and extra sector flights.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “An unprecedented challenge needs an unprecedented response and we worked tirelessly to continue providing repatriation options to stranded passengers. Such was our commitment to this mission that our RPKs were greater than the next four airlines combined, a statistic without parallel in modern aviation.”

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Qatar Airways and UNHCR ink pact to deliver vital international aid supplies for displaced globally https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-and-unhcr-ink-pact-to-deliver-vital-international-aid-supplies-for-displaced-globally/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 06:58:12 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=551550 The post Qatar Airways and UNHCR ink pact to deliver vital international aid supplies for displaced globally appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced a two-year partnership with UNHCR, the UN refugee agency to deliver on its purpose of providing humanitarian relief and assistance to the displaced globally. The partnership, which is a first between both organisations, will involve a strategic collaboration whereby the airline will support with the delivery of crucial aid supplies to […]

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Qatar Airways has announced a two-year partnership with UNHCR, the UN refugee agency to deliver on its purpose of providing humanitarian relief and assistance to the displaced globally. The partnership, which is a first between both organisations, will involve a strategic collaboration whereby the airline will support with the delivery of crucial aid supplies to those most in need during these unprecedented times.

The agreement, which was signed in Doha on 19 May 2020 is an important synergy between the carrier and UNHCR and a clear response to the current challenges that are presented by COVID-19. The deal, which will be effective through to May 2022 will see UNHCR work closely with Qatar Airways to utilise the airline’s hub-and spoke network out of Hamad International Airport in Doha.

By having access to a fleet of more than 200 aircraft, UNHCR will be able to deliver lifesaving support including water, medical care and hygiene materials to keep refugees, internally displaced people and host community members safe around the world.

Speaking about the new partnership, Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “During this crisis, we have worked closely with governments and NGOs to prioritise the shipment of medical and aid supplies transporting over 175,000 tonnes, the equivalent of approximately 1,750 fully loaded Boeing 777 freighters. We are committed to making a difference and by working together, we are confident we will overcome the current adversities with strength, solidarity and resilience.”

Khaled Khalifa, senior advisor and representative to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries at UNHCR said: “Our primary focus at UNHCR is to safeguard the rights and wellbeing of the most marginalised and vulnerable members of society. It is times like these when we must take action and strive to find lasting solutions which is why our partnership with Qatar Airways is crucial.”

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QNTC wants you to fall back in #LoveQatar https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qntc-wants-you-to-fall-back-in-loveqatar/ Fri, 22 May 2020 02:08:14 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=551022 The post QNTC wants you to fall back in #LoveQatar appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has announced the launch of its new global social media campaign #LoveQatar this week,  to help build solidarity and connect the international community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The series of videos send out a message of hope, togetherness and renewed spirit from Qatar and its people. Centered around the concept of ‘love […]

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Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has announced the launch of its new global social media campaign #LoveQatar this week,  to help build solidarity and connect the international community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The series of videos send out a message of hope, togetherness and renewed spirit from Qatar and its people.

Centered around the concept of ‘love from Qatar‘, the campaign harnesses the fond memories Qatar has of its visitors from around the globe, as well as the rich cultural exchanges between peoples and the impression Qatar imprints in the hearts of its guests.

“Tourism is undoubtedly going to change in a post-pandemic world”

#LoveQatar has been launched during a transformative period for the State of Qatar, which has seen the country at the forefront of the international response to coronavirus. State-backed initiatives to support the international community have included the distribution of essential PPE across AsiaAfrica and Europe, delivering field hospitals to Italy and leveraging its award-winning national carrier, Qatar Airways, to repatriate more than one million individuals stranded by border closings.

Akbar Al Baker, secretary-general of Qatar National Tourism Council and group CEO of Qatar Airways, said: “We in Qatar are proud to play a role in helping the international community respond to the pandemic. Tourism is undoubtedly going to change in a post-pandemic world, and QNTC is committed to continuing to evolve its tourism offering to meet these changing consumer and industry demands.”

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Qatar Airways signs USD 850 million financing deal https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-signs-usd-850-million-financing-deal/ Mon, 20 Apr 2020 04:55:06 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=549450 The post Qatar Airways signs USD 850 million financing deal appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has secured USD 850 million in financing from Standard Chartered. The Middle Eastern carrier has used seven Boeing 787-9 aircraft as collateral on the deal. Akbar Al Baker, chief executive of Qatar Airways Group said: “Standard Chartered has been a close partner for many years and has proven its support for the airline […]

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Qatar Airways has secured USD 850 million in financing from Standard Chartered. The Middle Eastern carrier has used seven Boeing 787-9 aircraft as collateral on the deal.

Akbar Al Baker, chief executive of Qatar Airways Group said: “Standard Chartered has been a close partner for many years and has proven its support for the airline by closing this transaction during difficult times resulting from Covid-19.” The airline’s focus remains on finding solutions to get as many people back to their homes to be with their families and loved ones during these difficult times, he added.

The carrier offers more than 160 business and leisure destinations on board a modern fleet of more than 250 aircraft.

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Qatar Airways Cargo returns to destinations in China https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-cargo-returns-to-destinations-in-china/ Thu, 02 Apr 2020 04:32:07 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=546051 The post Qatar Airways Cargo returns to destinations in China appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways Cargo announced it will resume scheduled belly-hold cargo operations to China with the utilisation of wide-body and passenger-configurated aircraft. The additional cargo capacity is being added to the carrier’s existing freighter service amid increased demand for the shipment of immediate goods in and out of the region. The decision to reinstate belly-hold service […]

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Qatar Airways Cargo announced it will resume scheduled belly-hold cargo operations to China with the utilisation of wide-body and passenger-configurated aircraft. The additional cargo capacity is being added to the carrier’s existing freighter service amid increased demand for the shipment of immediate goods in and out of the region.

The decision to reinstate belly-hold service to six of its passenger destinations in the country is in line with airline’s initiative to continue supporting worldwide connectivity, re-establishing the global supply chain. This includes the transportation of urgent medical relief aid that is pivotal to the global fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.

Akbar Al Baker, chief executive of Qatar Airways Group said: “We are pleased to resume belly-hold cargo operations to China where the Covid-19 pandemic has been significantly contained and industrial production is restoring nationwide.”

The belly-hold cargo flights will be operated on a turnaround basis assuming the routes’ previously assigned flight numbers and frequencies, without any cabin crew members or passengers on-board. Supplementing the already-robust cargo payload offered on the carrier’s existing four freighter routes to China, the recommencement of belly-hold service will add significant cargo capacity to six cities that include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing and Hangzhou.

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Qatar Airways-Air Malta codeshare partnership presents new avenues https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-air-malta-codeshare-partnership-presents-new-avenues/ Fri, 28 Feb 2020 02:42:35 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=538797 The post Qatar Airways-Air Malta codeshare partnership presents new avenues appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced it has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with Air Malta. The partnership reinforces Qatar Airways’ long-term commitment to Maltese passengers and to boosting tourism to the Mediterranean country. The codeshare flights will operate from 9 March. Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “When we launched services to […]

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Qatar Airways has announced it has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with Air Malta. The partnership reinforces Qatar Airways’ long-term commitment to Maltese passengers and to boosting tourism to the Mediterranean country. The codeshare flights will operate from 9 March.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “When we launched services to Malta in June 2019, I stated this was just the beginning of our long term commitment to boosting trade and tourism between our two countries. This agreement will provide significant benefits to both airlines and thousands of passengers, expanding both of our networks and setting the foundation to further enhance cooperation in other fields in the future.”

Captain Cliff Chetcuti, chief executive officer of Air Malta said: “This agreement is yet another milestone for us in our growth strategy and widening of our codesharing network. It was a natural step for us after Qatar Airways launched direct scheduled services to our islands and the successful cooperation on pilot training.”

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American Airlines reconciles with Qatar Airways https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/american-airlines-reconciles-with-qatar-airways/ Wed, 26 Feb 2020 04:07:42 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=538500 The post American Airlines reconciles with Qatar Airways appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

American Airlines has renewed its codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance. The move comes just over two years after the pair very publicly fell out in a row over government subsidies. The new deal is seen as a first step in rebuilding a strategic partnership between the airlines. Following […]

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American Airlines has renewed its codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance. The move comes just over two years after the pair very publicly fell out in a row over government subsidies.

The new deal is seen as a first step in rebuilding a strategic partnership between the airlines. Following restoration of the codeshare, American will begin exploring the addition of service from the United States to Doha.

“Our goal is to continue to expand and deepen our global partnerships to complement American’s network and create more choice for our customers,” said Doug Parker, chairman of American. “The issues that led to the suspension of our partnership two years ago have been addressed, and we believe resuming our codeshare agreement will allow us to provide service to markets that our customers, team members and shareholders value, including new growth opportunities for American Airlines.”

“New growth opportunities.”

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The deal will bring together two of the world’s largest airline networks, increasing choices for millions of passengers and providing seamless connectivity to a significant number of new destinations, in line with Qatar Airways’ successful growth strategy. We have moved on from past issues and look forward to working closely with American Airlines to build a world-leading partnership for all our customers.”

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Qatar Airways sends 300 tonnes of medical supplies to China https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-sends-300-tonnes-of-medical-supplies-to-china/ Mon, 24 Feb 2020 02:35:59 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=537961 The post Qatar Airways sends 300 tonnes of medical supplies to China appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Five Qatar Airways Cargo freighters departed to China carrying approximately 300 tonnes of medical supplies donated by the airline to support Cornavirus relief efforts. The five flights departed one after the other bound for Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways, said: “When this crisis began, we knew we […]

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Five Qatar Airways Cargo freighters departed to China carrying approximately 300 tonnes of medical supplies donated by the airline to support Cornavirus relief efforts. The five flights departed one after the other bound for Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways, said: “When this crisis began, we knew we had to contribute to support our friends in China. As one of the leading air cargo carriers in the world, we are in a unique position where we are able to provide immediate humanitarian support through the provision of aircraft and donating medical supplies as well as coordinating logistical arrangements.”

The convoy follows an earlier batch of critical medical relief aid transported by Qatar Airways Cargo to Shanghai on 2 February 2020. The shipment included 100,000 medical-grade N95 respiratory masks and 2,700 medical-grade disposable latex gloves.

The ‘Green Channel’ initiative for complimentary air transportation was announced jointly by the carrier and the Chinese Embassy in Qatar on 7 February 2020.

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Qatar Airways volunteers free worldwide air cargo transportation of medical supplies donated to China https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-volunteers-free-worldwide-air-cargo-transportation-of-medical-supplies-donated-to-china/ Wed, 12 Feb 2020 08:22:48 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=536275 The post Qatar Airways volunteers free worldwide air cargo transportation of medical supplies donated to China appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has volunteered free air cargo transportation for medical relief aid organised by Chinese embassies and consulates worldwide to fight the coronavirus emergency. The country’s national carrier has aims to independently donate millions of medical-grade masks and sanitization bottles to areas in China most urgently in need. Medical supplies donated by Chinese communities worldwide […]

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Qatar Airways has volunteered free air cargo transportation for medical relief aid organised by Chinese embassies and consulates worldwide to fight the coronavirus emergency. The country’s national carrier has aims to independently donate millions of medical-grade masks and sanitization bottles to areas in China most urgently in need.

Medical supplies donated by Chinese communities worldwide will be flown by Qatar Airways Cargo freighters through its global network of 170 destinations to its China cargo gateways in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong and Macau.

Qatar Airways Cargo delivered the first batch of critical medical relief aid to Shanghai on 2 February 2020. The shipment included 100,000 medical-grade N95 respiratory masks and 2,700 medical-grade disposable latex gloves, providing essential protection to healthcare professionals working around the clock at hospitals in Hubei Province, the epicentre of the virus.

“Green Channel initiative.”

Under the relief programme by Chinese overseas communities, 700 kilogrammes of medical aid have already been donated by Chinese businesses and communities in Qatar alone. The ‘Green Channel’ initiative for complimentary air transportation was announced jointly by Qatar Airways and the Chinese Embassy in Qatar.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “We are taking immediate actions to help alleviate the heart-breaking and devastating situation in China. We hope to make a positive contribution, leveraging our strengths as one of the world’s leading air cargo carriers and strong network of partnerships.”

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Qatar Airways to unveil Dubrovnik route in May https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-unveil-dubrovnik-route-in-may/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:42:37 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=533068 The post Qatar Airways to unveil Dubrovnik route in May appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has confirmed it will launch flights to Dubrovnik, Croatia, on 18 May 2020. The national carrier for Qatar will also begin seasonal flights to Santorini, Greece, in the same week, offering greater choice for business and leisure passengers alike. Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “We will be adding […]

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Qatar Airways has confirmed it will launch flights to Dubrovnik, Croatia, on 18 May 2020. The national carrier for Qatar will also begin seasonal flights to Santorini, Greece, in the same week, offering greater choice for business and leisure passengers alike.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “We will be adding Dubrovnik to our global network in 2020, with this exciting new destination joining Zagreb to become our second gateway to the beautiful country of Croatia. This addition and a further seasonal route to Santorini will expand our network to over 170 passenger destinations, further consolidating our position as one of the world’s most connected airlines.”

The seasonal flights to Dubrovnik will be operated by an Airbus A320 aircraft, featuring 12 seats in business class and 132 seats in economy class. Initially the service will comprise three-times weekly flights, expanding to five-times weekly from 15 June to 4 October 2020.

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Qatar Airways to display Airbus A350-1000 and Gulfstream G500 at Kuwait Aviation Show https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-display-airbus-a350-1000-and-gulfstream-g500-at-kuwait-aviation-show/ Mon, 13 Jan 2020 03:00:00 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=532731 The post Qatar Airways to display Airbus A350-1000 and Gulfstream G500 at Kuwait Aviation Show appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced its participation in the Kuwait Aviation Show 2020, where it will display its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-1000 fitted with its multi award-winning business class seat, Qsuite, and the ultra-modern private jet Gulfstream G500 from its executive fleet. Taking place over four days from 15–18 January 2020, the show is held under the […]

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Qatar Airways has announced its participation in the Kuwait Aviation Show 2020, where it will display its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-1000 fitted with its multi award-winning business class seat, Qsuite, and the ultra-modern private jet Gulfstream G500 from its executive fleet.

Taking place over four days from 15–18 January 2020, the show is held under the patronage of the amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The show is an important platform for regional and international airlines and aviation companies to showcase their latest products and services. The event will kickstart the year for the industry, with over 300 exhibitors, 60 aircraft on display, 15,000 trade visitors, and 60,000 public visitors expected.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “Qatar and Kuwait enjoy a strong relationship and bilateral cooperation at all levels. Demand for our flights between Doha and Kuwait City continues to grow as we now operate 168 flights weekly between Hamad International Airport and Kuwait International Airport.”

 

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Red champs: Qatar Airways congratulates Liverpool FC https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/red-champs-qatar-airways-congratulates-liverpool-fc/ Tue, 24 Dec 2019 02:00:00 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=530882 The post Red champs: Qatar Airways congratulates Liverpool FC appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has extended its congratulations to Liverpool FC, who were crowned World Club Champions following their 1-0 victory over Flamengo at the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019 final in Doha. Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “As the national carrier of Qatar, we were delighted to bring thousands of […]

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Qatar Airways has extended its congratulations to Liverpool FC, who were crowned World Club Champions following their 1-0 victory over Flamengo at the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019 final in Doha.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “As the national carrier of Qatar, we were delighted to bring thousands of football fans from all over the world to watch the world’s best clubs. Qatar will be the stage once again for the FIFA Club World Cup in 2020 and we now also look forward with tremendous anticipation to 2022, when the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will be hosted in our home country.”

Qatar Airways holds an extensive global sports portfolio, sponsoring top-level sporting events and some of the biggest football clubs around the world including AS Roma, Boca Juniors and FC Bayern Munich.

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Qatar Airways touches down for first time in Langkawi https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-touches-down-for-first-time-in-langkawi/ Thu, 17 Oct 2019 02:08:18 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=525251 The post Qatar Airways touches down for first time in Langkawi appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The first Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Langkawi, Malaysia touched down at Langkawi International Airport. Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “Langkawi marks the eighth new destination added tothe airline’s rapidly expanding network in 2019. With its forested hills, stunning white-sand beaches and glimmering turquoise waters, Langkawi is fast becoming […]

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The first Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Langkawi, Malaysia touched down at Langkawi International Airport.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “Langkawi marks the eighth new destination added tothe airline’s rapidly expanding network in 2019. With its forested hills, stunning white-sand beaches and glimmering turquoise waters, Langkawi is fast becoming one of South East Asia’s most highly sought-after destinations and the reason why we knew we had to launch our flights here.”

The new service to Langkawi will be operated by the airline’s state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 22 seats in business class and 232 seats in economy class, with spacious cabins and specially-designed interiors.

The national carrier of Qatar has launched a host of exciting new destinations in 2019, including Lisbon, Portugal; Malta; Rabat, Morocco; Davao, Philippines; Izmir, Turkey; and Mogadishu, Somalia; and will add Gaborone, Botswana to its extensive network in December 2019 with Luanda, Angola; and Osaka, Japan, following in 2020.

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Qatar wins bid to host World Symposium of Choral Music in 2023 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-wins-bid-to-host-world-symposium-of-choral-music-in-2023/ Sun, 13 Oct 2019 22:00:06 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=523645 The post Qatar wins bid to host World Symposium of Choral Music in 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar has won the rights to host the World Symposium of Choral Music in 2023. Held once every three years, the International Federation of Choral Music’s (IFCM) flagship event is considered the most prestigious non-competitive choral event and will attract 2000-4000 international delegates to the country, reinforcing its position as a hub for cultural events. […]

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Qatar has won the rights to host the World Symposium of Choral Music in 2023. Held once every three years, the International Federation of Choral Music’s (IFCM) flagship event is considered the most prestigious non-competitive choral event and will attract 2000-4000 international delegates to the country, reinforcing its position as a hub for cultural events.

Akbar Al Baker, secretary-general of Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) and group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “We are delighted to add the World Choral Symposium to the growing list of events coming to Qatar. We continue to work towards attracting large-scale events in the MICE space, as we continue to diversify and grow our tourism industry.”

In a statement, the IFCM said: “We are looking forward to an exciting exploration of the musical treasures of the Middle East and Central Asia. The symposium in Qatar provides IFCM and the hosts with the opportunity to create a new network and enhance exchange and cooperation within and beyond this area.”

Every three years since 1987 the World Symposium on Choral Music (WSCM) has been hosted in cities around the globe including Barcelona, Puerto Madryn, Seoul, Copenhagen. Kyoto, Minneapolis, Rotterdam, Sydney, Vancouver, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn, Vienna and Auckland.

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Qatar Airways announces direct flights to Osaka, Japan https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-announces-direct-flights-to-osaka-japan/ Tue, 17 Sep 2019 07:25:00 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=519971 The post Qatar Airways announces direct flights to Osaka, Japan appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced services to Osaka, Japan starting from 6 April 2020. The second largest metropolitan area of Japan, Osaka will be the airline’s third gateway into the country. The airline began direct services to Tokyo Narita in 2010 and launched its Tokyo Haneda service in 2014 from Doha’s Hamad International Airport (HIA). The […]

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Qatar Airways has announced services to Osaka, Japan starting from 6 April 2020. The second largest metropolitan area of Japan, Osaka will be the airline’s third gateway into the country. The airline began direct services to Tokyo Narita in 2010 and launched its Tokyo Haneda service in 2014 from Doha’s Hamad International Airport (HIA).

The flight will be operated by an Airbus A350-900 aircraft, featuring 36 seats in business class and 247 seats in economy class. The operation will initially begin with a five times weekly service, increasing to a daily service from 23 June 2020.

Akbar Al Baker, chief executive of Qatar Airways Group said: “We are now bringing our service to Osaka, adding this highly sought after Japanese destination to our global network. Osaka is a very important destination, and our service to the cosmopolitan city will enable us to provide a seamless journey for our passengers connecting from our extensive network of more than 160 destinations worldwide.”

Osaka has been the economic powerhouse of the Kansai region for many centuries. The Kansai region is home to many well-known attractions like Arima Onsen – one of the most famous and oldest hot springs and Nara, the former historic capital. Visitors can also admire historical landmarks including UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Himeji Castle.

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Qatar Airways to operate to Luanda, Angola https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-operate-to-luanda-angola/ Tue, 10 Sep 2019 07:21:47 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=519146 The post Qatar Airways to operate to Luanda, Angola appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of its new service to Luanda, Angola, starting from 29 March 2020. The service, which operates up to five-times weekly to the capital and largest city of Angola will be operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 22 seats in business class and 232 seats in economy class, […]

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Qatar Airways has announced the launch of its new service to Luanda, Angola, starting from 29 March 2020. The service, which operates up to five-times weekly to the capital and largest city of Angola will be operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 22 seats in business class and 232 seats in economy class, and is the airline’s first gateway to the African nation.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “Luanda is the latest destination in our rapidly expanding African network connecting it to key markets in the Far East, South East Asia and Europe. The new route to the coastal city of Luanda not only further solidifies the links between the Qatar and Angola but will enable us to provide a seamless journey to and from this fascinating country and one of the world’s fastest growing economies. Qatar Airways is committed to growing our presence in Africa and adding to the 24 destinations in 17 countries we already offer.”

Perched on the Atlantic coastline, Luanda, offers pristine beaches, sweeping ocean vistas and insight into a rich heritage. This up-and-coming destination is set to become a favourite with travellers looking to combine natural beauty, history and culture with a vibrant urban experience.

Qatar Airways currently operates a modern fleet of more than 250 aircraft via its hub, Hamad International Airport (HIA) to more than 160 destinations worldwide.

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Qatar Airways unveils Langkawi route https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-unveils-langkawi-route/ Wed, 28 Aug 2019 10:47:25 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=518054 The post Qatar Airways unveils Langkawi route appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced a new route to Langkawi, Malaysia. The service to Langkawi, starting 15 October 2019, is part of the airline’s strong expansion plans in Southeast Asia and marks the carrier’s third destination in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur and Penang. The airline will initially start with four-times weekly Langkawi tag services via Penang […]

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Qatar Airways has announced a new route to Langkawi, Malaysia. The service to Langkawi, starting 15 October 2019, is part of the airline’s strong expansion plans in Southeast Asia and marks the carrier’s third destination in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur and Penang.

The airline will initially start with four-times weekly Langkawi tag services via Penang with an increase up to five-times weekly services from 27 October 2019 on its state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 22 seats in business class and 232 seats in economy class, with spacious cabins and specially-designed interiors.

“Greater opportunities for Kedah.”

Known as ‘the Jewel of Kedah, Langkawi is home to lush tropical rainforests and mangroves rich in flora and fauna.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “Langkawi is one of the most highly sought-after destinations in Malaysia and our flights will help increase accessibility and boost inbound tourism to this beautiful archipelago. With five weekly flights to Langkawi, our service offers a gateway for passengers to travel and experience Langkawi’s magnificent offerings. We also aim to offer greater connectivity for passengers travelling from Malaysia to our extensive global network of over 160 destinations. Our new flights reflect our commitment to growing our presence not just in Malaysia, but in Asia as well.”

Dato’ Seri Mukhriz Tun Mahathir, chief minister of the state of Kedah said: “Qatar Airways’ service expansion will definitely lead to greater opportunities not only for Malaysia’s burgeoning tourism industry but for Kedah as well.”

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Qatar Airways first Middle Eastern airline to fly to Botswana https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-first-middle-eastern-airline-to-fly-to-botswana/ Fri, 19 Jul 2019 13:34:20 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=512849 The post Qatar Airways first Middle Eastern airline to fly to Botswana appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of its new service to Gaborone, Botswana, starting 27 October this year. The capital and largest city of Botswana will be the airline’s first destination in the African country. The three-times weekly flights will be operated by an Airbus A350-900 aircraft, featuring 36 seats in business class and 247 […]

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Qatar Airways has announced the launch of its new service to Gaborone, Botswana, starting 27 October this year. The capital and largest city of Botswana will be the airline’s first destination in the African country.

The three-times weekly flights will be operated by an Airbus A350-900 aircraft, featuring 36 seats in business class and 247 seats in economy class.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive, Qatar Airways said: “We now launch three-weekly flights to Gaborone, another highly sought-after destination in Africa. Qatar Airways is committed to growing our presence in Africa and adding to the 22 destinations in 15 countries we already offer. Our new service to the enchanting city of Gaborone will enable us to provide a seamless journey to and from Botswana, for passengers connecting from our extensive network of more than 160 destinations worldwide.”

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Portuguese connection: Qatar Airways debuts in Lisbon https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/portuguese-connection-qatar-airways-debuts-in-lisbon/ Wed, 26 Jun 2019 00:58:11 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=508854 The post Portuguese connection: Qatar Airways debuts in Lisbon appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

As the airline adds to its rapidly expanding European network, Qatar Airways’ first ever passenger flight to Portugal landed at Lisbon Airport on 24 June. Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive, Qatar Airways said, “The direct services to Lisbon is the latest addition to Qatar Airways’ rapidly expanding European network. We look forward to welcoming […]

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As the airline adds to its rapidly expanding European network, Qatar Airways’ first ever passenger flight to Portugal landed at Lisbon Airport on 24 June.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive, Qatar Airways said, “The direct services to Lisbon is the latest addition to Qatar Airways’ rapidly expanding European network. We look forward to welcoming business and leisure travellers alike on board so that they may experience this vibrant destination, one of the oldest capitals in Western Europe. The new route will provide passengers travelling from Lisbon access to Qatar Airways’ extensive global route network of more than 160 destinations around the world.”

The new daily direct services to Lisbon will be operated by the airline’s state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner, with 22 seats in business class and 232 seats in economy class. The service opens up a world of connectivity for Qatar Airways customers travelling from Lisbon to destinations across Africa, Asia and Australia, such as Maputo, Hong Kong, Bali, Maldives, Bangkok, Sydney and many more.

Qatar Airways currently operates a modern fleet of more than 250 aircraft via its hub, Hamad International Airport (HIA) to more than 160 destinations worldwide. Lisbon is the fourth new destination to be introduced by the airline this summer following the launch of flights to Izmir, Turkey, and Rabat, Morocco, in May; with Malta at the beginning of June and Davao, Philippines on 18 June; followed by Mogadishu, Somalia, on 1 July; and Langkawi, Malaysia, on 15 October.

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Carsten Spohr is new IATA chairperson https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/carsten-spohr-is-new-iata-chairperson/ Tue, 04 Jun 2019 01:01:27 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=506061 The post Carsten Spohr is new IATA chairperson appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Lufthansa group chief executive officer, Carsten Spohr, has assumed his duties as Chairman of the IATA Board of Governors (BoG) for a one-year term effective from the conclusion of the 75th IATA Annual General Meeting in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Spohr is the 78th chairperson of the […]

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Lufthansa group chief executive officer, Carsten Spohr, has assumed his duties as Chairman of the IATA Board of Governors (BoG) for a one-year term effective from the conclusion of the 75th IATA Annual General Meeting in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Spohr is the 78th chairperson of the IATA BoG. He has served on the BoG since May 2014.

Spohr succeeds Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker, who will continue to serve on the BoG.

Talking about this new role, Spohr said, “We face a number of challenges, including growing protectionism, high taxes and trade wars. Probably the greatest challenge of all is sustainability. The Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) is a major achievement that will stabilize our carbon emissions from 2020.”

In this new role, Spohr will look at charting out a path to achieve much more ambitious 2050 goals — to cut net emissions to half 2005 levels. “Aviation is serious about its climate change commitments. And we will be pushing hard for governments to do their part by sorting air traffic management inefficiencies and laying the policy framework for the commercialization of sustainable aviation fuels,” Spohr added.

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Qatar Airways enters the ‘City of Lights’ https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-enters-the-city-of-lights/ Sun, 02 Jun 2019 20:32:44 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=505717 The post Qatar Airways enters the ‘City of Lights’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways’ has announced that the virgin flight connecting Doha with Rabat landed safely yesterday, the third route from the airline into Morocco.

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Qatar Airways’ has announced that the virgin flight connecting Doha with Rabat landed safely yesterday, the third route from the airline into Morocco.

Welcomed by the traditional water cannon salute upon arrival in the Moroccan capital, the Boeing 787 operating flight QR 1463 touched down at Rabat–Salé Airport, where passengers were greeted by VIPS including, among others, ambassador of the State of Qatar, Abdulla Falah Al-Dosari and the minister plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar in Morocco, Khaled Mohammed Al-Dosari.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are delighted to launch services to Rabat, a beautiful coastal city and key business hub. This new gateway to Morocco will strengthen Qatar Airways’ already robust presence in the Moroccan market while providing our passengers travelling from Morocco enhanced connectivity to our extensive global route map of more than 160 destinations.

Rabat, the country’s capital, is also a major commercial and administrative centre, making it a key destination for business travellers, both from the region and internationally.”

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Flight Schedule:

29 May 2019 to 26 October 2019 (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)

Doha (DOH) to Marrakech (RAK) QR1463 departs 10:10, arrives 15:10

Marrakech (RAK) to Rabat (RBA) QR1463 departs 16:30, arrives 17:30

Rabat (RBA) to Doha (DOH) QR1463 departs 18:40, arrives 04:25 +1

Moroccan Airports authority chief executive officer, Zouhair Mohammed El Aoufir, said: “We are pleased to welcome Qatar Airways as one of our airline partners operating flights to the Rabat-Salé airport. This new route continues to enrich the airport’s offers, and certainly opens further opportunities for Rabat, the ‘City of Lights’.

This new route, in addition to the existing Doha-Casablanca route, strengthens our ambition to developing long-haul flights to this airport, as well as reflecting the strong relationship and cooperation between our two countries.”

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Loganair signs with “one of the biggest names in international air travel” https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/loganair-signs-with-one-of-the-biggest-names-in-international-air-travel/ Wed, 24 Oct 2018 05:51:20 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=485574 The post Loganair signs with “one of the biggest names in international air travel” appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Coming fast after news that Scottish airline Loganair had signed a deal with Emirates to allow customers to access the Middle Eastern company's 155-country strong destination network, the regional carrier has announced another similar partnership with Qatar Airways.

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Coming fast after news that Scottish airline Loganair had signed a deal with Emirates to allow customers to access the Middle Eastern company’s 155-country strong destination network, the regional carrier has announced another similar partnership with Qatar Airways.

Like the relationship with Emirates, the new interline agreement will give customers in the Loganair Highlands and Islands network the ability to book one ticket, online or via their travel agent, to long-haul destinations when connecting through Edinburgh Airport. Passengers have the added advantage of being protected should their connecting flights be disrupted.

Kay Ryan, Loganair’s commercial director said: “We are pleased that Qatar Airways has chosen to work with Loganair. This is an exciting deal with one of the biggest names in international air travel.”

“Edinburgh is a significant part of the Qatar Airways UK network”

Qatar Airways’ group chief executive, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker, said: “As our only gateway to the beautiful country of Scotland, Edinburgh is a significant part of the Qatar Airways UK network. We are delighted to partner with Loganair to provide greater ease and peace of mind to passengers travelling through Edinburgh Airport on to long-haul destinations.”

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The move is the latest in Loganair’s ‘Better Connected’ programme, which aims to provide the Scottish airline’s key destinations with a wide range of links both for local community travelling worldwide. In addition, Better Connected also helps encourage tourists and business travellers to connect with Scotland by simplifying access and speeding up the bookings process.

Currently, Loganair carries nearly 700,000 passengers each year and connects Shetland, Orkney and the Western Isles to key destinations in Scotland, as well as providing other regional air links from its operational bases at Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Inverness, Kirkwall and Norwich. Loganair is a codeshare partner of British Airways and sister airline of bmi Regional.

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Qatar Airways A350-1000s: “Proven outstanding reliability and efficiency” https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-a350-1000s-proven-outstanding-reliability-and-efficiency/ Tue, 09 Oct 2018 09:32:50 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=484282 The post Qatar Airways A350-1000s: “Proven outstanding reliability and efficiency” appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has revealed it has upgraded its order for five new A350-900s by opting to switch up to five the larger A350-1000 version instead.

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Qatar Airways has revealed it has upgraded its order for five new A350-900s by opting to switch to the larger A350-1000 version instead.

The decision to amend the order to the bigger model, the fuselage is seven metres longer than the smaller plane, providing greater capacity (44 more seats in Qatar Airways cabin configuration) came from the success of the airline’s existing A350-1000, which arrived at the beginning of the year, when it was an immediate hit with the company and passengers alike.

Commenting on the upscale order Qatar Airways Group chief executive, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker noted the improved customer experience provided by the plane when he said : “Qatar Airways is delighted to have upgraded five of its previously ordered A350-900 to the more recently launched A350-1000.

Since taking delivery of the world’s first A350-1000 in February 2018, we have been extremely pleased with the aircraft’s performance, which has prompted us to update our original order. The A350-1000 has been a welcome addition to our fleet and very well received by our passengers who enjoy the new generation aircraft’s unprecedented levels of comfort and technology.”

“Proven outstanding reliability and efficiency”

Guillaume Faury, president commercial aircraft at Airbus, said: “Since its entry into service, the A350 Family has proven outstanding reliability and efficiency. We are delighted to see launch customer Qatar Airways extend its confidence in the A350-1000.“

Warming to his subject, Faury added: “Qatar Airways is renowned for its standards of excellence, and we are pleased the A350-1000 delivers to their expectations, being the aircraft of choice to seamlessly increase capacity in unprecedented comfort on its growing long-haul routes.”

With 76 aircraft on order, Qatar Airways is the largest A350 XWB customer and currently operates 30 A350 XWBs comprising of 27 A350-900s and three A350-1000s.

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Qatar Airways boosts Mombasa coverage to seven daily flights https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boosts-mombassa-coverage-to-seven-daily-flights/ Tue, 11 Sep 2018 10:27:30 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=481454 The post Qatar Airways boosts Mombasa coverage to seven daily flights appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced that it will begin operating to Mombasa, with a new service operating four times a week, as of 11 December this year.

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Qatar Airways has announced that it will begin operating to Mombasa, with a new service operating four times a week, as of 11 December this year.

The new service, between Doha and Mombasa (MBA), is the airline’s second to Kenya and will be serviced by carrier’s Airbus A320s — made up of 12 business class seats and 120 economy class seats — with a flight time of just over six hours.  The additional route takes Qatar Airlines coverage of the country’s second city to seven daily flights.

His Excellency Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways chief executive, said: “Qatar Airways sees Kenya as an important market for our passengers, so we are delighted to offer this new service to a second Kenyan destination. We are sure our new direct daily service to Mombasa will prove very popular with tourists interested in exploring Kenya’s beautiful tropical beaches and coastline, as well as immersing themselves in the city’s fascinating diverse cultural mix.

“Ongoing commitment to expand our reach with ambitious new routes”

“This second new route to Kenya, in addition to our existing three daily services to the capital Nairobi, will help make Qatar Airways the first choice for travellers wishing to explore this beautiful country.

It also demonstrates our ongoing commitment to expand our reach with ambitious new routes around the globe to offer our unrivalled five-star customer service wherever our customers want to fly.”

As a destination, Mombasa is well known for its tropical beaches with a particular appeal to dive fans who have come to value its coastal region and coral reefs, not to mention the city itself which is has become recognised for its rich heritage and multicultural influences.

Qatar Airways first started flying to the Kenyan capital, Nairobi in November 2005. As part of its continued expansion plans, Qatar Airways is expecting to open routes to Gothenburg Sweden; Da Nang, Vietnam; Tallinn, Estonia, Valletta and Malta in 2018/19.

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Qatar Airways to fly direct to Da Nang, Vietnam https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-direct-da-nang-vietnam/ Thu, 06 Sep 2018 12:10:23 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=481043 The post Qatar Airways to fly direct to Da Nang, Vietnam appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways announced the launch of direct flights to Da Nang, Vietnam, starting 19 December 2018.

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Qatar Airways announced the launch of direct flights to Da Nang, Vietnam, starting 19 December 2018. The beautiful coastal city will be the third Vietnamese destination on the award-winning airline’s rapidly expanding global network.

The four-times weekly flights will be served with a Boeing 787-8 aircraft, featuring 22 seats in Business Class and 232 seats in Economy Class.

“Far East, a highly-important market for Qatar Airways”

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are delighted to announce the launch of our newest gateway to Vietnam, the beautiful city of Da Nang. This new direct route demonstrates our commitment to expanding our presence in the Far East, a highly-important market for Qatar Airways.

“Our existing services to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi are already incredibly popular. Every day, thousands of passengers experience a seamless connection between flights through our state-of-the-art Doha hub at Hamad International Airport, and now we have made it even easier for travellers to reach these increasingly popular Asian destinations.

“We look forward to enabling our passengers to experience the beautiful coastal scenery of Da Nang, and will continue to explore opportunities to expand further in the Far East.”

Qatar Airways began direct services to Ho Chi Minh City in 2007, and launched its Hanoi service in 2010. Currently, the airline provides twice-daily direct flights to Vietnam’s capital city and 10 times weekly flights to Ho Chi Minh City. In October 2017, Qatar Airways announced its interline partnership with Vietnam-based Vietjet Air, allowing Qatar Airways’ passengers to travel to and from points in Vietnam not served directly by Qatar Airways using a single reservation across both airlines’ networks.

“Transform Da Nang into an outstanding global destination”

Director of Da Nang Tourism Department, Ngo Quang Vinh, said: “Da Nang is becoming increasingly popular among tourists, and has experienced extraordinary development since 2008. As of June 2018, Da Nang has welcomed the presence of 24 international airlines, operating 15 frequent direct flights to and from overseas destinations. We are delighted to welcome Qatar Airways, the award-winning airline playing a crucial role in strengthening the connection of Da Nang to the world. We are looking forward to welcoming more tourists to Da Nang, and we will continue our efforts to transform Da Nang into an outstanding global destination.”

Da Nang, one of the largest cities in Vietnam, is known for its sandy beaches and remarkable history as a French colonial port. This charming city offers magnificent views of Da Nang Bay and its beautiful Marble Mountains, making it an ideal destination for a relaxing summer vacation. Da Nang has also seen a tremendous increase in its number of visitors, with a record-breaking 6.6 million tourists in 2017, doubling the figure in 2013. In 2015, the New York Times also listed Da Nang among the top 52 places to visit.

As part of its continued expansion plans, Qatar Airways plans a host of exciting new destinations throughout 2018, including Gothenburg, Sweden; Tallinn, Estonia and Valletta, Malta, just to name a few.

Inaugural flight schedule for 19 December 2018:

Doha-Da Nang: Departs Doha 02:30hrs, Arrives Da Nang 13:20hrs

Da Nang-Doha: Departs Da Nang 19:15hrs, Arrives Doha 23:45hrs

Regular Flight schedule:

Doha-Da Nang
Mondays and Saturdays: Departs Doha 07:15hrs, Arrives Da Nang 18:05hrs
Tuesdays and Thursdays: Departs Doha 20:10hrs, Arrives Da Nang 07:01hrs (+1)

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Mondays and Saturdays: Departs Da Nang 19:35hrs, Arrives Doha 00:05hrs (+1)
Wednesdays and Fridays: Departs Da Nang 08:30hrs, Arrives Doha 13:00hrs

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India on track to be the third largest aviation market by 2025 https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/india-to-be-third-largest-aviation-market-by-2025/ Wed, 05 Sep 2018 04:51:49 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=480885 The post India on track to be the third largest aviation market by 2025 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways' group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, agrees that India is on track to become the third largest global aviation market by 2025 when he addressed the key leaders in the aviation industry at the International Aviation Summit in New Delhi, India.

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Qatar Airways’ group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, agrees that India is on track to become the third largest global aviation market by 2025 when he addressed the key leaders in the aviation industry at the International Aviation Summit in New Delhi, India.

Al Baker spoke at a panel discussion entitled ‘Can India be a global aviation leader?’ alongside India’s minister for Commerce and Industry and Civil Aviation, the honourable Shri Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu, as well as the CEOs of KLM, Kenya Airways, Spicejet and Jet Airways.

The panel discussed the aviation operating environment in India and the opportunities that exist for the market to become the third-largest globally by 2025. The audience includes government officials, airline CEOs, aviation industrialists and senior dignitaries among others.

Apart from discussing India’s aim to become a leader in aviation, the International Aviation Summit focused on key issues that India needs to address in the future, such as airport infrastructure, capacity constraints in Mumbai and taxes to name a few, in order to sustain its linear growth.

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The Qatar Airways CEO steered far from controversial statements like the one he made at a conference organised by CAPA Centre for Aviation in Sydney in June.

Akbar Al Baker, said: “I am honoured to have been given the opportunity to share my views on the future of the Indian aviation market at the International Aviation Summit in New Delhi. The State of Qatar and India share a substantive and strong relationship that has evolved over the years, making India an important market for Qatar Airways. This is reflected by the 102 weekly flights we provide to 13 destinations across India.

“We are determined to further grow our presence in the Indian market”

“India is on track to become the third largest global aviation market by 2025 and we are determined to further grow our presence in the Indian market by offering passengers the award-winning quality of service that they deserve. We recently launched our unique Qsuite Business Class product on the Mumbai and Bengaluru routes, to provide passengers with the best experience in the skies,” he added.

The International Aviation Summit in Delhi, India was organised by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) in collaboration with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to discuss the importance of the Indian aviation market, and what it will take for the aviation sector to expand in India while maximising the economic and social benefits of the potential growth.

In April, India’s domestic aviation market celebrated its 44th straight month of double-digit growth and expects to celebrate the 50-month achievement of double-digit growth by next month.

Qatar Airways currently operates 102 weekly flights between Doha and 13 destinations in India, including Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Mumbai, Nagpur and Thiruvananthapuram.

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Qatar Airways CEO urges fair and transparent regulation in aviation https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-ceo-urges-fair-and-transparent-regulation-in-aviation/ Thu, 07 Jun 2018 11:36:57 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=471642 The post Qatar Airways CEO urges fair and transparent regulation in aviation appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

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Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker has emphasised the need for a fair and transparent regulation in the aviation industry.

Al Baker delivered a keynote in front of leading aviation experts and executives from around the world, gathered at the Centre for Aviation conference in Sydney. He opened his speech addressing the crowd on Qatar Airways’ resilience on the anniversary of the illegal blockade against the State of Qatar. He then shifted on the importance of fairness and regulation in the aviation sector.

CEO Akbar Al Baker said: “This week has brought airline CEO and aviation leaders from around the world together in Sydney for the IATA Annual General Meeting, providing the perfect platform for this Centre for Aviation event, of which I am delighted to have taken part.”

Al Baker and Willie Walsh, CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG)

“The aviation industry continues to grow, and events such as the IATA AGM and these Centre for Aviation events, are crucial to bring together leaders from all over the world and enable face-to-face discussion and debate. In my capacity this year as Chairman of the IATA Board of Governors, I will continue to champion such open debate in the name of fairness and regulation in the aviation sector,” he said.

Al Baker did not specify on what he meant of “fairness and regulation in the aviation industry”. However, a quick search on Google, the general idea is to ensure a fair and transparent market. This is quite ironic coming from one of the state-owned, heavily subsidized Gulf carriers accused of unfair market practices.

Moreover, this is the same chief executive that claimed in his keynote that the airline must be led by a man “because it is a very challenging position”. Al Baker immediately apologised for this sexist remark. While women accounted for 5% of all airline CEOs; as of 2014, 12 out of the 248 airlines operating worldwide were led by women.

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Qatar Airways announce codeshare with revamped Air Italy https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-announce-codeshare-revamped-air-italy/ Fri, 20 Apr 2018 09:22:25 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=466068 The post Qatar Airways announce codeshare with revamped Air Italy appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Following Qatar Airways' 2017 purchase of 49% of Meridiana and its subsequent relaunch as Air Italy in February of this year, the Middle Eastern carrier has announced a new codeshare between the two airlines.

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Sultan Allana, Alisarda; Marco Rigotti, Alisarda; Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways; Francesco Violante, Air Italy

Following Qatar Airways’ 2017 purchase of 49% of Meridiana from Alisarda and the airline’s subsequent relaunch as Air Italy in February of this year, the Middle Eastern carrier has announced a new codeshare between the two airlines.

The agreement provides codeshares on the Italian airline’s routes between Milan-Malpensa Airport and six domestic cities across Italy, including Catania (CTA), Rome (FCO), Naples (NAP), Olbia (OLB), Palermo (PMO) and Calabria (SUF), as well as its route between Rome Fiumicino Airport and Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB).

Qatar Airways Group chief executive officer, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are pleased to be announcing this codeshare with the newly-launched Air Italy. The new agreement will provide seamless connectivity for Qatar Airways passengers arriving at our Italian gateways, onto further domestic destinations, enabling them to explore this beautiful country.

“This codeshare between Qatar Airways and Air Italy demonstrates the strengthening ties between Italy and Qatar; two countries that share many economic affiliations.”

From Meridiana to Air Italy

The new Air Italy was formed as reaction to the country’s flag carrier Alitalia being placed into administration. Seeking to capitalise on the situation, a rebrand strategy was formed to merge Meridiana with former subsidiary, the old Air Italy.

A new organisation AQA Holding was founded in September 2017 to act as the parent company of the restructured airline, after Qatar Airways bought a 49% stake in Meridiana from Alisarda (still majority shareholders). On 1 March 2018, it officially began operation, with Meridiana IATA and ICAO code merged into Air Italy, and the Meridiana website was updated to airitaly.com.

The airline now aims to acquire 50 aircraft by 2022, and has already committed to receiving 20 brand new Boeing 737-Max aircraft type, starting in this month.

Qatar Airways has been operating 42 weekly flights from its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, to Italy. From 24 April the partners will also offer codeshare flights on all of Qatar Airways’ Italy to Doha services along with two further routes on the Qatar Airways network to Singapore and Male.

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Qatar Airways announces investment in JetSuite, Inc. https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-invests-jetsuite/ Wed, 11 Apr 2018 08:09:22 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=464909 The post Qatar Airways announces investment in JetSuite, Inc. appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The national airline of the State of Qatar and one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, Qatar Airways, announced today its minority stake in JetSuite, Inc., a U.S. private aviation company.

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Qatar Airways joins JetBlue Airways and private investors in fuelling the future of private and semi-private aviation.

The national airline of the State of Qatar and one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, Qatar Airways, announced today its minority stake in JetSuite, Inc., a U.S. private aviation company. This comes less than a year after the global airline dropped its plan to buy a portion of American Airlines.

The airline will help fuel the growth of JetSuite’s private aviation business, which focuses on light jets – selling jet cards and on-demand charter – and JetSuiteX, the semi-private brand of JetSuite, which sells seats in scheduled public charter flights.

 “We believe that both businesses are complementary to Qatar Airways”

Qatar Airways group chief executive, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker said, “We are delighted to have the opportunity to invest in such a unique business as JetSuite and JetSuiteX; we believe that both businesses are complementary to Qatar Airways business and maintain the core values and customer focus of our own business.

“We believe that JetSuite and JetSuiteX deliver a truly class-leading service to the U.S. market with a huge potential for development, and we are very excited to invest in this opportunity alongside JetBlue and the other investors.”

Qatari minister of finance and chairman of Qatar Airways, His Excellency Ali Sharif Al Emadi, Qatar Airways group CEO Akbar Al Baker, JetSuite Inc. CEO Alex Wilcox and Qatari ambassador to the United States Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani

JetSuiteX operates its fleet of Embraer 135 aircraft from private terminals in California and Nevada with about 600 flights per month. The Qatar Airways investment will quicken the expansion of the fleet and its ability to reach new destinations. A new Embraer 135 aircraft is scheduled to arrive in this May with another coming in July.

“JetBlue and Qatar Airways together are a dream team of investors”

Alex Wilcox, founder, and CEO of JetSuite and JetSuiteX said: “As an innovator in private aviation, we are proud to have attracted the attention of one of the world’s highest rated and fastest growing airlines. Qatar Airways shares our focus on customers and product. JetBlue and Qatar Airways together are a dream team of investors, and they will allow us to execute our vision of offering a superior service to the forgotten short-haul U.S. air market even more quickly.”

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Robin Hayes, president, and CEO of JetBlue said: “JetSuite’s innovative JetSuiteX service and customer-focused approach align perfectly with our values at JetBlue, which is why we are so pleased that our partners at Qatar Airways are joining us in supporting this venture. We look forward to seeing JetSuite further grow on the West Coast and beyond to bring additional air travel choices to customers in underserved markets.”

This investment further supports Qatar Airways investment strategy, which already includes minority investments in several other international carriers, such as International Airlines Group, LATAM Airlines Group, Cathay Pacific and Air Italy.

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“Disruptive” airline chiefs warn against protectionism https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/disruptive-airline-chiefs-warn-against-protectionism/ Fri, 28 Oct 2016 09:39:52 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=243007 The post “Disruptive” airline chiefs warn against protectionism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

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The CEOs of two of the world’s so-called “disruptive” airlines, AirAsia and Qatar Airways, have urged the world’s governments to continue along the road towards liberalization, and not bow to “nationalistic” protectionism. In an entertaining panel discussion at the ACTE-CAPA Global Summit in Amsterdam on Thursday, AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes and Qatar Airways’ Akbar Al Baker […]

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CAPA's Peter Harbison moderates the discussion between Tony Fernandes Akbar Al Baker
CAPA’s Peter Harbison moderates the discussion between Tony Fernandes Akbar Al Baker

The CEOs of two of the world’s so-called “disruptive” airlines, AirAsia and Qatar Airways, have urged the world’s governments to continue along the road towards liberalization, and not bow to “nationalistic” protectionism.

In an entertaining panel discussion at the ACTE-CAPA Global Summit in Amsterdam on Thursday, AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes and Qatar Airways’ Akbar Al Baker agreed that liberalizing the aviation industry is a positive and necessary shift that will help drive global tourism and economic growth.

They warned however, that there is still considerable opposition, mainly in Europe and the US.

The “bizarre” aviation sector, Fernandes said, is “probably the most regulated industry”. “It is liberalizing quite a lot, but threats are emerging,” he added.

Al Baker agreed that protectionism is “coming into play”. Gulf carriers, along Turkish Airlines and some Southeast Asian carriers, are being unfairly “targeted” by the EU, he said. Although he expressed a hope that “wise brains will prevail”, and (perhaps only half-jokingly) told European airlines that there is “no need to waste time challenging” rules that open up European skies to Gulf carriers.

And protectionism isn’t only a problem affecting Europe and the US, according to Fernandes. While the AirAsia chief said he is “very optimistic on China”, he noted that the rise of home-grown airlines is also leading to the “rise of nationalism”.

When foreign airlines succeed in a country, he said in relation to China, “governments feel the need to even out market share”.

“Governments should facilitate airlines, no matter where they are from,” Fernandes argued. He did praise however, the Chinese government’s “very progressive” outlook, especially with regards to airport development and providing hubs suited to low-cost carriers. In this area, Fernandes said, China is “ahead of the game”.

But while the theme of the discussion was about the drive towards liberalization, Al Baker ended with a quote that will perhaps not encourage European or American carriers to play ball.

“The biggest threat to legacy carriers [over the next 10 years] will be the quality and innovation of Gulf carriers,” he stated.

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TAT prepares for Qatar Airways new flights https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/tat-prepares-for-qatar-airways-new-flights/ Mon, 21 Mar 2016 08:44:34 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=234164 The post TAT prepares for Qatar Airways new flights appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently welcomed the announcement by Qatar Airways to launch flights to Chiang Mai and Krabi as of December 2016. The airline’s group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker said that four flights per week will be launched from Doha to Krabi on 6 December and three flights per week from […]

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently welcomed the announcement by Qatar Airways to launch flights to Chiang Mai and Krabi as of December 2016.

The airline’s group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker said that four flights per week will be launched from Doha to Krabi on 6 December and three flights per week from Doha to Chiang Mai also in December, with the exact date to be announced later.

Yuthasak Supasorn, governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said: “These flights will open up significant new sources of traffic by allowing visitors from Europe, the Middle East and Africa to connect to Krabi and Chiang Mai. They will advance the Thai government policy to promote the dispersal of visitors in order to better balance income distribution and job creation.”

In 2015, Krabi International Airport, under administrative purview of the Department of Civil Aviation, was served by 46 scheduled and non-scheduled airlines, which operated a total of 28,346 flights, up 28.52% over 2014. The Airport served 3,689,831passengers in 2015, up 36.61% over 2014.

Chiang Mai International Airport, which is under the administrative purview of the Airports of Thailand PLC, is being served by 27 scheduled airlines which operated 62,626 domestic and international flights in 2015, up 26.06% over 2014. The Airport served 8,069,918 passengers in the fiscal year 2015, up 29.88% over fiscal 2014.

Chiang Mai International Airport is working on a development project that will increase its capacity from eight million to 15 m passengers per annum by 2022.

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Qatar Airways launches global environmental management system https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-launches-global-environmental-management-system/ Tue, 15 Mar 2016 08:27:08 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=233929 The post Qatar Airways launches global environmental management system appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently rolled out an environmental programme to attain full industry certification of its global approach to managing climate change, waste, water consumption and emissions. The airline welcomed IATA representatives to Doha to launch IATA’s Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) stage 2 certification by December 2017. The airline has already achieved IEnvA accreditation at foundation level, […]

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Qatar Airways focuses on environmental initiatives

Qatar Airways recently rolled out an environmental programme to attain full industry certification of its global approach to managing climate change, waste, water consumption and emissions.

The airline welcomed IATA representatives to Doha to launch IATA’s Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) stage 2 certification by December 2017. The airline has already achieved IEnvA accreditation at foundation level, and has now begun implementing additional environmental management system procedures to attain full certification to IEnvA stage 2. The programme covers all aspects of Qatar Airway’s global operations, including flight and ground operations and corporate activities.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, said: “We have made a firm commitment to allocating time and resources to continuously improving our environmental performance and establishing a sustainable aviation industry. Ensuring strong environmental governance is a collective challenge for the airline industry.”

Qatar Airways’ role as a leading IEnvA airline mirrors support it provided towards establishing IATA’s safety management system for airlines, IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit). Qatar Airways was the first airline to achieve certification in 2003.

The IEnvA programme uses environmental standards and recommended practices developed specifically for the aviation sector by a joint team of environmental experts from within and outside the industry.

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Qatar Airways adds Krabi and Chiang Mai in major expansion https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-adds-krabi-and-chiang-mai-in-major-expansion/ Thu, 10 Mar 2016 03:38:20 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=233715 The post Qatar Airways adds Krabi and Chiang Mai in major expansion appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Akbar Al Baker (centre) addresses media at ITB Berlin

Qatar Airways will start flying to the Thai tourist hubs of Krabi and Chiang Mai this year, as part of a major network expansion that will see it launch 14 new global destinations. The Doha-based airline will commence four weekly flights to the resort province of Krabi and three weekly flights to the northern Thai […]

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Akbar Al Baker (centre) addresses media at ITB Berlin
Akbar Al Baker (centre) addresses media at ITB Berlin
Akbar Al Baker (centre) addresses media at ITB Berlin

Qatar Airways will start flying to the Thai tourist hubs of Krabi and Chiang Mai this year, as part of a major network expansion that will see it launch 14 new global destinations.

The Doha-based airline will commence four weekly flights to the resort province of Krabi and three weekly flights to the northern Thai city of Chiang Mai in December 2016. This will double the number of Thai gateways Qatar Airways serves, following its existing flights to Bangkok and Phuket.

Elsewhere in Asia Pacific, Qatar Airways will launch direct flights to Auckland on 3 December. The announcement of this new daily service comes just weeks after Emirates started flying direct from Dubai to New Zealand’s largest city, creating the world’s longest air route. Qatar Airways’ service will be slightly longer.

The other new destinations being launched by Qatar Airways this year are Pisa, Sarajevo, Helsinki, Skopje, Nice, Marrakech, Windhoek, Douala, Libreville, Lusaka and the Seychelles.

Krabi is home to the famous Railay Bay
Krabi is home to the famous Railay Bay

The announcements were made that ITB Berlin, where the airline’s group CEO, Akbar Al Baker, addressed the media.

“Qatar Airways prides itself on being a global connector, and most importantly providing seamless and convenient connections for our customers, so that we remain their airline of choice,” he said.

“These new destinations are where our customers want to go, and where we see the most opportunity to provide a best-in-class experience at great value. We look forward to growing our network and welcoming new passengers to Qatar Airways.”

These destinations are in addition to the new 2016 routes already launched or announced by Qatar Airways. Flights to Los Angeles started in January, Ras Al Khaimah in February and Sydney in March. A new service to Boston gets underway on 16 March, while flights to Birmingham will start on 30 March, Adelaide on 2 May, Yerevan on 15 May and Atlanta on 1 June.

This means that in total, Qatar Airways will end 2016 flying to 22 more destinations than it did at the close of 2015.

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Sydney welcomes Qatar Airways inaugural flight https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/sydney-welcomes-qatar-airways-inaugural-flight/ Sun, 06 Mar 2016 10:15:02 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=233510 The post Sydney welcomes Qatar Airways inaugural flight appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight to Sydney recently touched down at Sydney Airport with a delegation of VIPs from Qatar. The high-profile delegation included QA group chief executive Akbar Al Baker who was welcomed by Sydney Airport managing director and chief executive officer Kerrie Mather, official secretary to the Governor of New South Wales, Colonel Michael […]

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Qatar Airways celebrates Sydney touch down

Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight to Sydney recently touched down at Sydney Airport with a delegation of VIPs from Qatar.

The high-profile delegation included QA group chief executive Akbar Al Baker who was welcomed by Sydney Airport managing director and chief executive officer Kerrie Mather, official secretary to the Governor of New South Wales, Colonel Michael Miller RFD, Destination NSW chairman, John Hartigan, and Tourism Australia managing director, John O’Sullivan.

The airline operates a Boeing 777-300 daily from Doha to Sydney. The new daily service will boost tourism, providing an additional 245,000 seats per year, generating an estimated 3,000 jobs and contributing more than AUD$240 million to the Australian economy.

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The changing face of aviation: Akbar Al Baker https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/the-changing-face-of-aviation-akbar-al-baker/ Sun, 24 Jan 2016 08:21:26 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=231896 The post The changing face of aviation: Akbar Al Baker appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker recently outlined emerging challenges and opportunities affecting airlines operating in the Middle East. He expressed his views at the ‘Air Transport in the 21st century’ conference at the Bahrain International Airshow. The discussion highlighted strategies on global competitive positioning, increased regional competition from low-cost carriers, and impact […]

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Qatar Airways, group CEO charts out strategies for future aviation growth
Qatar Airways, group CEO charts out strategies for future aviation growth

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker recently outlined emerging challenges and opportunities affecting airlines operating in the Middle East.

He expressed his views at the ‘Air Transport in the 21st century’ conference at the Bahrain International Airshow. The discussion highlighted strategies on global competitive positioning, increased regional competition from low-cost carriers, and impact of changing oil prices.

Al Baker said: “Successful airlines must adapt, but must also have very deliberate goals and focus to reach them. We have taken advantage of our strengths, which includes our geographic position in Doha. We have a singular goal, which is to prioritise a premium product and service for our passengers.”

Joining HE Al Baker on the panel were Kuwait Airways CCO, Philip Saunders, Air Arabia’s CEO, Adel Ali, Flynas’ CEO, Paul Byrne and Lufthansa German Airlines VP sales and services Middle East, Africa & Southeast Europe, Tamur Goudarzi-Pour.

On the discussion with regards to product proposition, HE Al Baker stressed importance of innovation, as just last year Qatar Airways launched Oryx One. Connectivity was also another topic touched on as the panel discussed growing expectation of passengers to stay online while in the skies.

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Qatar Airways aircraft on display at BIAS https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-aircraft-on-display-at-bias/ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 07:08:15 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=231611 The post Qatar Airways aircraft on display at BIAS appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways announced that it will exhibit three aircraft at the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS). The airline will showcase the A350, an A380 and Qatar Executive’s Bombardier Global 5000 business jet which will all be on static display. Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, said: “This aircraft is the very latest in […]

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Qatar Executive’s Bombardier Global 5000 business jet
Qatar Executive’s Bombardier Global 5000 business jet

Qatar Airways announced that it will exhibit three aircraft at the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS).

The airline will showcase the A350, an A380 and Qatar Executive’s Bombardier Global 5000 business jet which will all be on static display.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, said: “This aircraft is the very latest in design, technology and comfort, and will make its first appearance at the air show this year.”

Qatar Airways will display its A350 featuring a business class cabin comprising of 36 seats in a 1-2-1 configuration and economy class featuring 247 seats in a 3-3-3 configuration. The airline operates seven A350s and has 73 more A350s on order.

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BIAS 2016 speaker list confirmed https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/bias-2016-speaker-list-confirmed/ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 07:33:04 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=231214 The post BIAS 2016 speaker list confirmed appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Preparations are being held in full swing for the forthcoming Bahrain International Airshow. The event aptly titled ‘Air Transport in the 21st Century’ looks at futures challenges and opportunities for Middle East Aviation The organising committee for the Airshow confirmed speakers for the ‘Air Transport in the 21st Century conference’ which will be held on […]

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Overview of Bahrain International Air Show in 2014

Preparations are being held in full swing for the forthcoming Bahrain International Airshow. The event aptly titled ‘Air Transport in the 21st Century’ looks at futures challenges and opportunities for Middle East Aviation

The organising committee for the Airshow confirmed speakers for the ‘Air Transport in the 21st Century conference’ which will be held on the second day 22 January 2016.

The first session of the conference will focus on airlines and passenger experience and sees Kuwait Airways’ Philip Saunders, Qatar Airways’ Akbar Al Baker, Tamur Goudarzi-Pour from Lufthansa Middle East and Paul Byrne from Flynas panellists. The speakers will discuss major issues affecting Middle East carriers including increased competition, passenger experience, deregulation and the Open Skies agreement.

HE Engineer Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, minister of transportation and telecommunications for Kingdom of Bahrain and deputy chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee for BIAS said: “We have created more networking opportunities than in any previous show, with an increased number of top-level executives. This includes two conferences during the show: the ‘Air Transport in the 21st Century Conference’ and an IATA seminar held on the third day of the show.”

BIAS is now in its fourth edition and will offer 40 chalet participants and exhibition space. Aircraft participation currently stands at over 90 aircraft including the Russian Knights, a Typhoon, the T129 ATAK helicopter for Turkish Aircraft Industries, and an F-22 for the USAF.

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New York welcomes Qatar Airways’ new brand campaign https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/new-york-welcomes-qatar-airways-new-brand-campaign/ Sun, 13 Dec 2015 05:19:03 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=230476 The post New York welcomes Qatar Airways’ new brand campaign appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways launched its new global brand campaign and tagline – Going Places Together –in New York recently. The evening was hosted by Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, who said, “This campaign is all about coming of age for this airline. It’s about going places – literally and figuratively. It is […]

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Qatar Airways launches new campaign in New York
Qatar Airways launches new campaign in New York

Qatar Airways launched its new global brand campaign and tagline – Going Places Together –in New York recently.

The evening was hosted by Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, who said, “This campaign is all about coming of age for this airline. It’s about going places – literally and figuratively. It is also the overall experience of going places together.”

Drawing together a series of interconnected themes, the re-brand is fresh and reflect the airline’s evolution.

An eighth A350 will join the airline’s fleet before end of the year and is scheduled to fly daily to Philadelphia from 1 January 2016.

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Qatar Airways boost its Gulf route capacity https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boost-its-gulf-route-capacity/ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 04:42:34 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=229116 The post Qatar Airways boost its Gulf route capacity appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to increase capacity to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Dammam with extra wide-body A330s, B787s and B777s. The new services will commence to Abu Dhabi as of 1 November and Dubai and Dammam from 1 December. Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, said: “As business and leisure […]

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Qatar Airways adds more capacity to its Gulf routes
Qatar Airways adds more capacity to its Gulf routes

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to increase capacity to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Dammam with extra wide-body A330s, B787s and B777s.

The new services will commence to Abu Dhabi as of 1 November and Dubai and Dammam from 1 December.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, said: “As business and leisure travel to, within, and through the Middle East region increases, more travellers expect a premium product and services.’’

The airline currently serves 152 destinations with a 170-strong fleet of aircraft including A350.

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Qatar Airways expands its UK routes https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-expands-its-uk-routes/ Tue, 27 Oct 2015 04:54:46 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=228469 The post Qatar Airways expands its UK routes appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently announced the addition of a new service between Birmingham and Doha from 30 March 2016, adding to its existing services from London Heathrow, Manchester and Edinburgh. The new service will operate eight times a week, including two flights on Saturdays. The route will be operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner with a […]

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Qatar Airways adds new routes in UK
Qatar Airways adds new routes in UK

Qatar Airways recently announced the addition of a new service between Birmingham and Doha from 30 March 2016, adding to its existing services from London Heathrow, Manchester and Edinburgh.

The new service will operate eight times a week, including two flights on Saturdays. The route will be operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner with a two-cabin configuration. The aircraft will offer 22 seats in business class and 232 in economy class.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker said: “This additional route strengthens the airline’s commitment to the regions across the UK and will create new commercial and leisure links.”

The flight schedule between Doha and Birmingham effective 30 March 2016 will be on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Doha to Birmingham departure at 01.25 arrival 06.45, while Birmingham to Doha departure 09.15 arrival 18.05. There will also be flights on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Doha to Birmingham departure at 07.30 with arrival at 12.50 and Birmingham to Doha departure at 15.00 with its arrival 23.50.

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Qatar Airways welcomes Royal Air Maroc https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-welcomes-royal-air-maroc/ Sun, 25 Oct 2015 07:38:49 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=228348 The post Qatar Airways welcomes Royal Air Maroc appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently welcomed Royal Air Maroc’s first direct flight to Doha, as part of the two airlines’ joint business agreement. Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker was joined by the State of Qatar’s minister of transport, HE Jassim Seif Ahmed Al Sulaiti, Kingdom of Morocco’s minister of infrastructure, transport and logistics, […]

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Qatar Airways welcomes first Royal Air Maroc flight
Qatar Airways welcomes first Royal Air Maroc flight

Qatar Airways recently welcomed Royal Air Maroc’s first direct flight to Doha, as part of the two airlines’ joint business agreement.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker was joined by the State of Qatar’s minister of transport, HE Jassim Seif Ahmed Al Sulaiti, Kingdom of Morocco’s minister of infrastructure, transport and logistics, HE Aziz Rabbah, and chairman and CEO of Royal Air Maroc, Driss Benhima to celebrate commencement of the next phase of the joint business.

As part of this new partnership, Royal Air Maroc will operate three flights a week to Doha in conjunction with Qatar Airways. Flights between Qatar and Morocco have now increased from seven to 10 times weekly, operated jointly by Qatar Airways seven times-a-week and by Royal Air Maroc three times-a-week.

This partnership allows both airlines to compete more effectively and share revenue on routes within joint.

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New initiatives from Qatar Airways announced https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/new-initiatives-from-qatar-airways-announced/ Wed, 21 Oct 2015 06:48:15 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=228188 The post New initiatives from Qatar Airways announced appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The IATA World Passenger Symposium witnessed a lively debate with Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker. Al Baker was interviewed by BBC correspondent, Rajan Datar in front of more than 500 senior attendees from aviation world. Al Baker shared his own expertise on passenger experience, the future of cabin service trends, global […]

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Akbar Al Baker being interviewed
Akbar Al Baker being interviewed

The IATA World Passenger Symposium witnessed a lively debate with Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker.

Al Baker was interviewed by BBC correspondent, Rajan Datar in front of more than 500 senior attendees from aviation world. Al Baker shared his own expertise on passenger experience, the future of cabin service trends, global alliances and Qatar Airways’ own approach to ensuring a leading edge.

Al Baker also disclosed that Qatar Airways will shortly roll out its own New Distribution Capability (NDC) initiative with Farelogix following a successful pilot programme.

“The passenger experience is key when it comes to governing operations of an airline. We must drive forward overall passenger experience to make journeys seamless and safe,” said Al Baker.

Aimed at enhancing capability of communications between airlines, travel agents and intermediaries, the NDC will provide all users with a personalised and dynamic interface.

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Qatar Airways commences flights to Abha https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-commences-flights-to-abha/ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 20:37:00 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=226647 The post Qatar Airways commences flights to Abha appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently launched new services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with four flights a week to Abha. The inaugural flight landed at Abha International Airport and was welcomed with a traditional water salute. The airport ceremony was hosted by Qatar Airways senior vice president aero political and regulatory affairs Ali Al-Rais. “We have […]

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Qatar Airways starts service to Abha
Qatar Airways starts service to Abha

Qatar Airways recently launched new services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with four flights a week to Abha.

The inaugural flight landed at Abha International Airport and was welcomed with a traditional water salute. The airport ceremony was hosted by Qatar Airways senior vice president aero political and regulatory affairs Ali Al-Rais.

“We have been steadily growing our presence and services to Saudi Arabia for the past 18 years,” said Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker.

Qatar Airways connect to Riyadh, Dammam, Madinah, Gassim, Ta’if and Al Hofuf with the Kingdom. The airline currently operates 84 weekly flights to seven key cities in Saudi Arabia. The addition of Abha will increase the number of Qatar Airways ‘ weekly flights to Saudi Arabia to 88 non-stop flights.

The new route will be operated by an Airbus A320 with 144 seats in a two-class configuration of 12 in business class and 132 seats in economy.

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Qatar Airways deploys Arconics AeroDocs https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-deploys-arconics-aerodocs/ Mon, 07 Sep 2015 22:46:40 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=226525 The post Qatar Airways deploys Arconics AeroDocs appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has taken on Arconics to implement an enterprise corporate document management System (CDMS). The 10-year agreement was signed by Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, and Arconics CEO, Niall O’Sullivan. Evolution 2 – the customised system based on Arconics AeroDocs platform, will provide a single centralised repository to revise and […]

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Qatar Airways takes on a new technology
Qatar Airways takes on a new technology

Qatar Airways has taken on Arconics to implement an enterprise corporate document management System (CDMS).

The 10-year agreement was signed by Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, and Arconics CEO, Niall O’Sullivan.

Evolution 2 – the customised system based on Arconics AeroDocs platform, will provide a single centralised repository to revise and track in real-time all operational and non-operational company manuals and documentation for operational readiness. The system will also support all areas of business that require access to documentation, including flight operations, engineering, ground operations, inflight services, cargo, security, human resources, finance and commercial among other areas.

The airline’s administrators will have real-time visibility and control of distribution process, ensuring all devices are updated.

The airline’s operational teams will begin training on the new system in the last quarter of this year, with full go-live scheduled for 2016.

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Qatar Airways boosts its KSA presence https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boosts-its-ksa-presence/ Sun, 06 Sep 2015 08:27:58 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=226445 The post Qatar Airways boosts its KSA presence appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently launched its eighth destination in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with four flights a week to Abha. Qatar Airways flight QR1212 landed at Abha international Airport at 15:40. The airport ceremony was hosted by Qatar Airways senior vice president aero political and regulatory affairs Ali Al-Rais. At the official ceremony, engineer Tariq […]

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Qatar Airways adds a new route in KSA
Qatar Airways adds a new route in KSA

Qatar Airways recently launched its eighth destination in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with four flights a week to Abha.

Qatar Airways flight QR1212 landed at Abha international Airport at 15:40. The airport ceremony was hosted by Qatar Airways senior vice president aero political and regulatory affairs Ali Al-Rais. At the official ceremony, engineer Tariq Al-Abdul Jabbar, assistant vice president of domestic airports welcomed the first flight to Abha.

“We have been steadily growing our presence and services to Saudi Arabia for the past 18 years,” said Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker.

Qatar Airways currently connects to Riyadh, Dammam, Madinah, Gassim, Ta’if and Al Hofuf. The airline with these routes operate 84 weekly flights. The addition of Abha will increase number of Qatar Airways’ weekly flights to Saudi Arabia to 88 non-stop flights.

The new route will be operated by an Airbus A320 with a two-class configuration of 12 seats in business class and 132 seats in economy. The flights to Abha will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

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Qatar Airways to recommence Nagpur service https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-recommence-nagpur-service/ Sun, 30 Aug 2015 08:30:35 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=226168 The post Qatar Airways to recommence Nagpur service appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

In an effort to strengthen its presence in the India market, Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to reinstate its non-stop flights to Nagpur. The service will commence from 1 December 2015. The re-instated service will take the airline’s total weekly passenger flights from 95 to 102 across 13 key cities in India. Qatar Airways […]

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Qatar Airways reinstates Nagpur service
Qatar Airways reinstates Nagpur service

In an effort to strengthen its presence in the India market, Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to reinstate its non-stop flights to Nagpur.

The service will commence from 1 December 2015. The re-instated service will take the airline’s total weekly passenger flights from 95 to 102 across 13 key cities in India. Qatar Airways had previously served Nagpur from September 2007 to May 2009.

Group chief executive of Qatar Airways, HE Akbar Al Baker said: “The recommencement of the service is part of Qatar Airways’ strategy to service increasing demand in India. Today, India has the largest number of destinations served by our carrier across any market and we will continue to look for more destinations and additional flights to expand.”

Qatar Airways will operate a daily A320 on the route with a two class configuration – 12 seats in business class and 132 seats in economy.

The flight QR 588 will depart Doha at 19:55 pm and arrive in Nagpur the next day at 02:15 am. While the return flight QR 589 will depart Nagpur at 03:45 am, arriving in Doha at 05:55 am.

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Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc enter new code-share routes https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-royal-air-maroc-enter-new-code-share-routes/ Thu, 20 Aug 2015 09:15:26 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=225858 The post Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc enter new code-share routes appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways and Royal Air Maroc have further strengthened their recent business partnership with launch of new code-share routes. This is across the Royal Air Maroc’s extensive West African network, as well as on both airlines’ routes between Qatar and Morocco from 20 August 2015. The new code-share agreement comes after Qatar Airways group chief […]

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Qatar Airways expands its partnership with Royal Maroc
Qatar Airways expands its partnership with Royal Air Maroc

Qatar Airways and Royal Air Maroc have further strengthened their recent business partnership with launch of new code-share routes.

This is across the Royal Air Maroc’s extensive West African network, as well as on both airlines’ routes between Qatar and Morocco from 20 August 2015. The new code-share agreement comes after Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker and Royal Air Maroc chairman and CEO, Driss Benhima signed a joint business agreement.

The joint business agreement benefits passengers by providing links between Qatar and Morocco.

Al Baker explained: “Launch of this code-share agreement with Royal Air Maroc will allow seemless connectivity onwards to almost 20 destinations across the West African region.”

Within Morocco, passengers will also be able to travel onwards to the domestic cities of; Marrakech, Agadir, Tangier, Guelmime, Tan Tan, Tetouan, Al Hoceima, Fes, Errachidia, Oujda, Nador, Ouarzazate, Zagora, Laayounte, Dakhla and Beni Mellal.

Royal Air Maroc will start operating three weekly flights with a Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Doha on 99 September 2015. Both airlines will code share on each other’s operations.

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Qatar Airways on an expansion across Africa and Indian Sub-continent https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-on-an-expansion-across-africa-and-indian-sub-continent/ Mon, 17 Aug 2015 08:03:58 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=225672 The post Qatar Airways on an expansion across Africa and Indian Sub-continent appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to expand its network across Africa and the Indian Sub-Continent with an increase in flight frequencies to Asmara, Eritrea, and to Dhaka, Bangladesh. Effective 7 September 2015, flights from Doha to Asmara will be increased from four to five times per week, representing a 25% increase in capacity. The […]

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Qatar Airways expands its Africa and Indian sub-continent presence
Qatar Airways expands its Africa and Indian sub-continent presence

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to expand its network across Africa and the Indian Sub-Continent with an increase in flight frequencies to Asmara, Eritrea, and to Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Effective 7 September 2015, flights from Doha to Asmara will be increased from four to five times per week, representing a 25% increase in capacity. The Doha to Dhaka flights will increase from 10 to 14 effective 9 December 2015. This will result in an increase in capacity by 40% on this popular route. The flights will be operated with an Airbus 330-300 with 30 seats in business and 275 in economy.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, said: “This expansion is in direct response to growing demand on these popular routes.”

For the Doha-Asmara route, all flights are operated with Airbus A320 aircraft in a two-class configuration with 12 seats in business class and up to 132 seats in economy.

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Qatar Airways bans transportation of hunting trophies https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-bans-transportation-of-hunting-trophies/ Sun, 09 Aug 2015 08:29:25 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=225350 The post Qatar Airways bans transportation of hunting trophies appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

In a bid to show its seriousness for preserving endangered species, Qatar Airways recently announced its intent for extension of its existing embargo on transporting hunting trophies. This will encompass all species identified by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) of Wild Fauna and Flora. The airline’s existing ban on carrying CITES […]

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Qatar Airways gets on a social cause
Qatar Airways gets on a social cause

In a bid to show its seriousness for preserving endangered species, Qatar Airways recently announced its intent for extension of its existing embargo on transporting hunting trophies.

This will encompass all species identified by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) of Wild Fauna and Flora.

The airline’s existing ban on carrying CITES I hunting trophies has been extended to include all species included in the CITES I, II and III.

“We recognises our responsibility to society, communities and the environment. An absolute ban on all hunting trophies further extends our commitment to supporting protection of endangered species and elimination of illegal trading of animal products,” said Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker.

More than 35,000 species (over 5,000 animals and 30,000 plants) are protected under the CITES, which includes, but is not limited to, great apes, giant panda, many South American monkeys, cheetahs, lions, leopards, tigers, elephants and rhinoceroses.

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Qatar Executive develops its aircraft management business https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-executive-develops-its-aircraft-management-business/ Wed, 08 Jul 2015 07:27:19 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=224166 The post Qatar Executive develops its aircraft management business appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Executive recently expanded its service portfolio with the rapidly developing and expanding aircraft management business. The expansion is in light of increased demand from Qatari customers who have acquired their own business aircraft. Qatar Executive has seen a substantial growth in aircraft management agreements and added three-owned jets to its fleet over the past […]

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Qatar Executive caters to growing demand
Qatar Executive caters to growing demand

Qatar Executive recently expanded its service portfolio with the rapidly developing and expanding aircraft management business.

The expansion is in light of increased demand from Qatari customers who have acquired their own business aircraft. Qatar Executive has seen a substantial growth in aircraft management agreements and added three-owned jets to its fleet over the past 18 months.

The company provides aircraft owners with tailored requirements, but generally includes taking care of entire flight operation, trip planning, and allocation of pilots and flight attendants.

Qatar Airways group chief executive HE Akbar Al Baker, who also heads up the airline’s business jet division, said: “Our private jet division is an integral part of the Qatar Airways group. Apart from our successful charter business, we are now able to offer aircraft management services to our clientele and are seeing substantial market potential.”

Another service aspect offered by Qatar Executive is that aircraft owners can request for their jet to be rented to third parties and thereby generate revenue.

The company currently operates a long-range fleet of eight Bombardier aircraft including three Challenger 605s, four Global 5000s and a Global XRS with a two cabin configuration and a capacity for up to 13 passengers. In addition, Qatar Executive received a 40-seat Airbus A319 all-premium class aircraft for larger groups.

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Qatar Airways concludes a successful Paris Air Show https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-concludes-a-successful-paris-air-show/ Tue, 23 Jun 2015 07:37:35 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=223459 The post Qatar Airways concludes a successful Paris Air Show appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently concluded a successful Paris Air Show. The airline was the first to display five aircraft on static display – the A380, A350, A320, A319 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The airline also placed an order for both commercial and freighter Boeing 777s. There was a firm order placed for 10 777-8Xs and four […]

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Qatar Airways aircraft showcase at Paris Air Show 2015
Qatar Airways aircraft showcase at Paris Air Show 2015

Qatar Airways recently concluded a successful Paris Air Show.

The airline was the first to display five aircraft on static display – the A380, A350, A320, A319 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

The airline also placed an order for both commercial and freighter Boeing 777s. There was a firm order placed for 10 777-8Xs and four 777 freighters with a total value of US$4.8 billion.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker also welcomed several dignitaries and VIPs on board including French president, François Hollande, Violeta Bulc, European commissioner for transport, France’s prime minister, Manuel Valls, and France’s secretary of state for transport, Alain Vidalies.

 

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Qatar CEO lambasts ‘baseless claims’ of US airlines https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-ceo-lambasts-baseless-claims-of-us-airlines/ Fri, 15 May 2015 10:58:37 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=221827 The post Qatar CEO lambasts ‘baseless claims’ of US airlines appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

His Excellency, Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive for Qatar Airways, has refuted claims of American, Delta and United that Middle East airlines are being unfairly subsidised.  Speaking in Washington D.C. he called the claims “a transparent attempt to block new competition and limit consumer choice”. “US Open Skies Agreements are about offering choice – […]

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His Excellency, Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive for Qatar Airways, has refuted claims of American, Delta and United that Middle East airlines are being unfairly subsidised. QATAR CEO

Speaking in Washington D.C. he called the claims “a transparent attempt to block new competition and limit consumer choice”.

“US Open Skies Agreements are about offering choice – the ability to fly with the airline you prefer, to regions which are under-served by US carriers,” asserted Al Baker. “The Big Three want to restrict choice. World travellers would suffer if they succeed.”

Speaking from the Hay-Adams Hotel, Al Baker used the forum to clarify Qatar Airways’ position, debunk accusations of subsidy and demonstrate the broad public benefits of the existing Open Skies Agreements.

Al Baker also noted that Open Skies Agreements go well beyond the interests of the Big Three. He cited numerous American companies and groups, which support Open Skies Agreements, including US airports, travel and trade groups, consumer groups and other US airlines.

“Qatar Airways offers important services to the United States and many American interests recognise our value. We serve markets in the Gulf region and Indian subcontinent that US carriers do not serve,” he added.

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Qatar Airways introduces first shuttle service https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-introduces-first-shuttle-service/ Thu, 07 May 2015 07:47:17 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=221514 The post Qatar Airways introduces first shuttle service appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to launch the Doha-Dubai Shuttle. The new concept will will offer flights from Doha’s Hamad International Airport to Dubai International Airport as well as Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai. The shuttle service will be offered on each of the 18 daily flights between two cities, with 14 flights […]

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Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker
Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to launch the Doha-Dubai Shuttle.

The new concept will will offer flights from Doha’s Hamad International Airport to Dubai International Airport as well as Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai.

The shuttle service will be offered on each of the 18 daily flights between two cities, with 14 flights to and from Dubai International Airport and four to and from Al Maktoum International Airport .

Passengers on the Doha-Dubai Shuttle will also be able to enjoy the newly unveiled Qatar Airways inflight entertainment system. The new brand ‘Oryx One – Explore. Play Share’ embraces the airline’s corporate colours.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker said: “The Doha-Dubai Shuttle caters to the needs of both business and leisure travellers.”

Passengers who plan on checking in baggage must check in no later than one hour before their scheduled departure time. Return flights from Dubai to Doha also require check in of a minimum of one hour before scheduled departure.

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Qatar Airways’ new Saudi unit welcomes first four aircraft https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-new-saudi-unit-welcomes-first-four-aircraft/ Thu, 30 Apr 2015 01:26:31 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=221219 The post Qatar Airways’ new Saudi unit welcomes first four aircraft appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Akbar Al Baker celebrates the deliveries with Airbus CEO, Fabrice Brégier

Qatar Airways‘ new Saudi Arabian subsidiary, Al Maha Airways, has welcomed its first four aircraft. The Airbus A320 aircraft were delivered in a ceremony at the Airbus factory in Toulouse, marking the first time that Airbus has delivered four aircraft in the same day. All four single-aisle jets carry the green Al Maha livery, including […]

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Akbar Al Baker celebrates the deliveries with Airbus CEO, Fabrice Brégier

Qatar Airways‘ new Saudi Arabian subsidiary, Al Maha Airways, has welcomed its first four aircraft.

The Airbus A320 aircraft were delivered in a ceremony at the Airbus factory in Toulouse, marking the first time that Airbus has delivered four aircraft in the same day.

Akbar Al Baker celebrates the deliveries with Airbus CEO, Fabrice Brégier
Akbar Al Baker celebrates the deliveries with Airbus CEO, Fabrice Brégier

All four single-aisle jets carry the green Al Maha livery, including Qatar Airways’ Oryx logo on the tailfin, and will be put into operation on routes across the Middle East.

“It is a moment of significant pride to be welcoming the first aircraft of the new Al Maha Airways fleet, let alone four such aircraft in the same day,” said Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker.

“These new A320 aircraft will offer passengers the opportunity to travel onboard the latest and most modern aircraft in the skies.”

These four new A320s will take Qatar Airways’ total fleet count to 156 aircraft.

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Qatar Airways reaffirms commitment to Japan https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-reaffirms-commitment-to-japan/ Tue, 24 Feb 2015 09:14:45 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=218482 The post Qatar Airways reaffirms commitment to Japan appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar currently operates three daily flights to Japan

Qatar Airways has confirmed its commitment to Japan, amid rumours that the airline was planning to withdraw from the country. The comments came during the visit of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, to Tokyo, and the Qatari-Japanese Economic Forum, which was held in the Japanese capital on 20 February 2015. Qatar […]

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Qatar currently operates three daily flights to Japan
Qatar currently operates three daily flights to Japan
Qatar currently operates three daily flights to Japan

Qatar Airways has confirmed its commitment to Japan, amid rumours that the airline was planning to withdraw from the country.

The comments came during the visit of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, to Tokyo, and the Qatari-Japanese Economic Forum, which was held in the Japanese capital on 20 February 2015. Qatar Airways’ group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, formed part of the high-level Qatari delegation.

“Since 2008, Qatar Airways has transported close to 1.5 million passengers on its flights to Japan, carried over 40,000 tonnes of cargo, and we are proud to say that we have generated 25% year-on-year passenger traffic growth between Japan and Qatar since 2008,” said Al Baker.

“On June 18 last year, we touched down at Tokyo Haneda International Airport marking our third destination in Japan, and we are just as committed today to our Japanese routes as when we launched them. Qatar Airways continues to look forward to working together with our partners here to enhance our operations in Japan.”

Qatar Airways currently operates three daily services to Japan, connecting Doha with Tokyo‘s two airports, Haneda and Narita, and Osaka. Last year, the airline introduced its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Japan for the first time.

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Qatar Airways buys stake in BA parent https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-buys-stake-in-ba-parent/ Fri, 30 Jan 2015 07:45:24 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=217638 The post Qatar Airways buys stake in BA parent appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

IAG is the parent company of Qatar Airways' oneworld partners BA and Iberia

Qatar Airways has acquired a 9.99% stake in International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, Iberia and Vueling. The move comes 15 months after the Doha-based airline joined the oneworld alliance, of which both BA and Iberia are members. Qatar Airways said the acquisition formed part of its plan to “strengthen commercial […]

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IAG is the parent company of Qatar Airways' oneworld partners BA and Iberia
IAG is the parent company of Qatar Airways' oneworld partners BA and Iberia
IAG is the parent company of Qatar Airways’ oneworld partners BA and Iberia

Qatar Airways has acquired a 9.99% stake in International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, Iberia and Vueling.

The move comes 15 months after the Doha-based airline joined the oneworld alliance, of which both BA and Iberia are members.

Qatar Airways said the acquisition formed part of its plan to “strengthen commercial ties” with its oneworld partners and develop its “westwards strategy” in Europe.

“IAG represents an excellent opportunity to further develop our westwards strategy. Having joined the oneworld alliance it makes sense for us to work more closely together in the near term and we look forward to forging a long term relationship,” said Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker.

Under EU law, European shareholders must own a majority stake in EU airlines. And while Qatar Airways said it “may consider increasing its stake further over time”, it added that it has “no immediate plans” to exceed 9.99%.

The acquisition comes at a time when IAG is on the verge of agreeing a deal for Aer Lingus. Qatar Airways’ Gulf rival Etihad Airways currently holds a 4.1% stake in the Irish carrier. Unlike Etihad, Qatar Airways doesn’t have a history of investing in other airlines, but Al Baker recently told reporters he would be “extremely interested” in acquiring a stake in Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo.

In a very brief statement on the Qatar Airways deal, IAG’s chief executive, Willie Walsh said; “We’re delighted to have Qatar Airways, one of the world’s premier airlines, as a long term supportive shareholder. We will talk to them about what opportunities exist to work more closely together and further IAG’s ambitions as the leading global airline group.”

The terms of Qatar Airways’ investment in IAG were not disclosed.

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A350 makes commercial debut with Qatar Airways https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/a350-makes-commercial-debut-with-qatar-airways/ Sun, 18 Jan 2015 01:18:19 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=217139 The post A350 makes commercial debut with Qatar Airways appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The inaugural A350 flight arrives in Frankfurt

The inaugural flight of the Airbus A350 XWB aircraft took off late last week, flying from Doha to Frankfurt. Qatar Airways, the launch customer of the new long-haul jet, welcomed passengers onboard its A350 for the first time on Thursday 15 January 2015. The first flight was greeted in Germany by Qatar Airways’ group chief […]

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The inaugural A350 flight arrives in Frankfurt
The inaugural A350 flight arrives in Frankfurt
The inaugural A350 flight arrives in Frankfurt

The inaugural flight of the Airbus A350 XWB aircraft took off late last week, flying from Doha to Frankfurt.

Qatar Airways, the launch customer of the new long-haul jet, welcomed passengers onboard its A350 for the first time on Thursday 15 January 2015. The first flight was greeted in Germany by Qatar Airways’ group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, and Fabrice Brégier, Airbus’ president & CEO.

“This is a very important milestone for Qatar Airways, and our first commercial A350 flight was filled with passengers enjoying the inaugural and exclusive travel experience that this tremendous new aircraft has to offer,” said Al Baker.

“The A350 XWB truly changes the travel experience and we are particularly pleased to put it on our route to Frankfurt; an important destination that we started servicing in 2002.”

Bregier added that Airbus has “been working towards this first commercial flight of the A350 XWB for nearly a decade”.

Frabrice Bregier and Akbar Al Baker welcome the first flight
Frabrice Bregier and Akbar Al Baker welcomed the first flight

“It filled me with great pride and satisfaction to see the first passengers enjoy the comfort and quietness of the aircraft in flight. The A350 XWB delivers a 25% improvement in fuel efficiency to its operators – and being the world’s quietest twin-engine wide-body aircraft, it will truly be a good neighbour at every airport,” he added.

The ‘XWB’ suffix stands for ‘extra wide-body’, and Qatar Airways’ A350s will be configured in a two-class configuration with 36 business class seats in a 1-2-1 layout, and 247 economy class seats in a 3-3-3 layout. Vertical side walls are also designed to provide more room for window seat passengers.

The aircraft’s fuselage is made of carbon fibre plastic, which makes the aircraft lighter than traditional metal jets and means it consumes less fuel.

Following the deployment of the first ever A350 on the Doha-Frankfurt route, Qatar Airways revealed that it will also deploy its second A350 to the German financial capital, following the aircraft’s delivery on 1 March 2015.

Qatar Airways now becomes the only airline in the world to operate all Airbus passenger aircraft series, including the A320, A330, A340, A350 and A380.

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Qatar Airways’ Europe services get a boost https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-europe-services-get-a-boost/ Thu, 15 Jan 2015 04:44:21 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=217055 The post Qatar Airways’ Europe services get a boost appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to launch direct flights from Doha to Sofia come March 2015. The route was currently served by the airline via Bucharest. The airline has also increased frequencies from Doha to Ankara, which will be served by a six weekly flight connection instead of five from 1 March 2015, while […]

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Qatar Airways adds more capacity to Europe routes
Qatar Airways adds more capacity to Europe routes

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to launch direct flights from Doha to Sofia come March 2015.

The route was currently served by the airline via Bucharest.

The airline has also increased frequencies from Doha to Ankara, which will be served by a six weekly flight connection instead of five from 1 March 2015, while capacity will increase to Zagreb with an additional direct flight per week, increasing frequency from four to five direct flights weekly.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is expanding rapidly, not only in terms of new destinations and our network offering, but also with the service we offer. Complementing our five-star service in the skies are our transfer facilities at the newly unveiled state-of-the-art Hamad International Airport, coupled with the experience of flying on board one of the youngest fleets in the industry.”

Qatar Airways will also be increasing the frequency on its Doha – Istanbul route to a double-daily as of 29 March 2015.

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Qatar Airways would have IndiGo interest – CEO https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-would-have-indigo-interest-ceo/ Thu, 08 Jan 2015 09:46:43 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=216785 The post Qatar Airways would have IndiGo interest – CEO appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Akbar Al Baker

Qatar Airways would be interested in taking a stake in Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo, if the opportunity arose, the Doha-based airline’s CEO has said. The Economic Times reports that Akbar Al Baker made the admission on the sidelines of an event on Doha to unveil the airline’s new Airbus A350. “If IndiGo offers us 49%, […]

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Qatar Airways would be interested in taking a stake in Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo, if the opportunity arose, the Doha-based airline’s CEO has said.

The Economic Times reports that Akbar Al Baker made the admission on the sidelines of an event on Doha to unveil the airline’s new Airbus A350.

“If IndiGo offers us 49%, Qatar Airways would be extremely interested,” Al Baker was quoted saying by the newspaper. “Qatar Airways will always have a very keen interest in growing in India and investing in the aviation industry in India,” he added.

Akbar Al Baker
Akbar Al Baker

However he ruled out any potential bid for IndiGo’s rivals SpiceJet or GoAir.

Referring to the recent launch of new airlines in India, Vistara and AirAsia, Al Baker said they will need “at least five to 10 years to really deliver the potential India requires”.

But Qatar Airways, according to the CEO, “would be able to deliver what they (the Indian government) want faster than all the new entrants in the Indian market”.

Al Baker expressed his confidence in the new government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to revive India’s ailing aviation industry.

“I have very high expectations and confidence in the (PM Modi),” the Economic Times cited Al Baker as saying. “We hope that now with the new government that is pro business, pro economic development, pro providing jobs to people they will consider aviation as a very important tool in delivering this vision that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has for India,” he added.

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The first ever A350 was delivered to Qatar Airways last month

The inaugural commercial flight of the new Airbus A350 aircraft will be 100% full, with Qatar Airways confirming that all tickets have now been sold. The new 283-seat, two-class aircraft will enter service on the Doha–Frankfurt route on 15 January 2015, with passengers occupying all 36 business class and 247 economy seats. The A350 was […]

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The first ever A350 was delivered to Qatar Airways last month
The first ever A350 was delivered to Qatar Airways last month
The first ever A350 was delivered to Qatar Airways last month

The inaugural commercial flight of the new Airbus A350 aircraft will be 100% full, with Qatar Airways confirming that all tickets have now been sold.

The new 283-seat, two-class aircraft will enter service on the DohaFrankfurt route on 15 January 2015, with passengers occupying all 36 business class and 247 economy seats.

The A350 was delivered to Qatar Airways late last month and this week the airline presented its new aircraft to media in Doha.

“We are ready to commence operations with the A350 XWB and are delighted to introduce another level of service with our expanded fleet,” said Qatar Airways’ group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker.

“The engineering design of the A350 XWB is modern, technologically refined and spacious, and we are proud to welcome yet another fine aeroplane into the Qatar Airways’ fleet.”

Akbar Al Baker
Akbar Al Baker

The arrival of the A350 makes Qatar Airways the only airline in the world to operate every series of Airbus aircraft, comprising the A320 (including the A319 and A321), A330, A340, A350 and A380.

In total it has ordered 80 A350s, making it the largest customer for the aircraft. Forty-three of these will be the mid-sized A350-900 while 37 will be the larger A350-1000.

Qatar Airways first A350 – an A350-900 model – will feature 36 business class seats in a 1-2-1 configuration, all of which convert into 80-inch fully flat beds and feature 17-inch HD in-flight entertainment screens. The 247 economy class seats will be configured in a 3-3-3 layout, offering a 32-inch pitch and 10.6” in-flight entertainment screens.

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Qatar Airways nurtures football talent in Africa https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-nurtures-football-talent-in-africa/ Mon, 22 Dec 2014 06:46:25 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=216403 The post Qatar Airways nurtures football talent in Africa appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

In an effort to lead the way in supporting sporting initiatives, Qatar Airways recently announced its partnership with Aspire Academy. This partnership will witness formation of ‘Qatar Airways and Aspire Academy’s – Football Dreams Africa. Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker said: “The Football Dreams Africa project is excellent opportunities to make […]

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Qatar Airways promotes sporting talent
Qatar Airways promotes sporting talent

In an effort to lead the way in supporting sporting initiatives, Qatar Airways recently announced its partnership with Aspire Academy.

This partnership will witness formation of ‘Qatar Airways and Aspire Academy’s – Football Dreams Africa.

Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker said: “The Football Dreams Africa project is excellent opportunities to make dreams of young footballers in Africa come true. We aim to use this project as a platform to nurture budding football talent and highlight effectiveness of sports as a key development tool.”

The airline currently operates 10 flights-a-week to Barcelona which will rise to a double daily service as of 16 February 2015.

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Qatar Airways boosts service to Turkey https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boosts-service-to-turkey/ Thu, 20 Nov 2014 08:10:13 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=215173 The post Qatar Airways boosts service to Turkey appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways will soon expand its services to to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport effective from 29 March 2015. This will be through an increase in its frequency with a double-daily service. The new daily flight will be operated by a two-class, Airbus A320 aircraft with 12 seats in business class and up to 132 seats […]

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Overview of Turkey
Overview of Turkey

Qatar Airways will soon expand its services to to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport effective from 29 March 2015. This will be through an increase in its frequency with a double-daily service. The new daily flight will be operated by a two-class, Airbus A320 aircraft with 12 seats in business class and up to 132 seats in economy.

The airline currently operates to three destinations in Turkey – Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (daily flights), Istanbul Ataturk Airport (10-flights-a-week) and Ankara (four-weekly-flights).

Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker said: “The start of a double daily service from March next year will further strengthen our support for leisure and business travel to Istanbul.”

The flight QR241 will depart Doha at 0945 hrs, arriving in Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 1400 hrs, and the return flight QR242 from Sabiha Gökçen Airport will depart at 1500 hrs, arriving back in Doha at 1855 hrs.

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Qatar Airways inks MoU with Gulfstream https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-inks-mou-with-gulfstream/ Thu, 16 Oct 2014 07:28:41 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=213319 The post Qatar Airways inks MoU with Gulfstream appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Diversification is the key to growth for Qatar Airways. The airline recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding with Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. The agreement was signed for purchase of up to 20 Gulfstream aircraft. The announcement was in conjunction with Gulfstream’s introduction of its all-new family of business jets – Gulfstream G500 and G600. The MoU […]

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Qatar Airways partners with Gulfstream for more business jets
Qatar Airways partners with Gulfstream for more business jets

Diversification is the key to growth for Qatar Airways. The airline recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding with Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. The agreement was signed for purchase of up to 20 Gulfstream aircraft.

The announcement was in conjunction with Gulfstream’s introduction of its all-new family of business jets – Gulfstream G500 and G600.

The MoU spells out an order up to 20 Gulfstream aircraft, including firm orders and options for the all-new, wide-cabin G500 and flagship G650ER.

Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive, Qatar Airways said: “We are moving with the times and to keep pace with future strategic growth plans of our private jet division, the fleet is being expanded with aircraft that meet needs of our guests and that provide a wide range of options.”

The new aircraft G500 showcases an all-new design and is also technologically advanced. The aircraft will link Doha nonstop with London, Geneva and Paris and is expected to enter service in 2018.

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Qatar to launch phase 3 of HIA https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-to-launch-phase-3-of-hia/ Wed, 15 Oct 2014 07:32:06 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=213271 The post Qatar to launch phase 3 of HIA appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar will soon launch the third phase of its Hamad international airport (HIA) following its official inauguration in April 2014, mentioned the CEO of Qatar Airways. Akbar Al Baker was quoted in Sharq saying a British company had been awarded a contract to carry out the designs for this project. “The final designs for phase […]

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Qatar announces thurd phase of HIA
Qatar announces thurd phase of HIA

Qatar will soon launch the third phase of its Hamad international airport (HIA) following its official inauguration in April 2014, mentioned the CEO of Qatar Airways.

Akbar Al Baker was quoted in Sharq saying a British company had been awarded a contract to carry out the designs for this project.

“The final designs for phase 3 of HIA will be finished within the next few months, after which the project will be launched. It is scheduled to be completed within three years.”

Al Baker did not mention the new project costs or say what it involves but Qatar officials have earlier said HIA, which replaced Doha international airport, would be expanded later to face a projected passenger and cargo growth.

The initial capacity of the US$15.5 billion airport was estimated at 30 million passengers a year, which could be expanded to 50 million by 2020. Beyond that stage, the airport master plan calls for an ultimate capacity expansion to 70-90 m passengers, which could be needed to meet an expected surge for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

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Qatar Airways boosts capacity to Madinah https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boosts-capacity-to-madinah/ Wed, 27 Aug 2014 04:41:20 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=211450 The post Qatar Airways boosts capacity to Madinah appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

In a bid to strengthen its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Qatar Airways will be launching an additional daily flight to Madinah from 26 October 2014. The additional flight will increase number of weekly flights on the Doha – Madinah route from seven to 14 weekly services. The airline connects to Dammam, Riyadh, […]

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Madinah gets more capacity
Madinah gets more capacity

In a bid to strengthen its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Qatar Airways will be launching an additional daily flight to Madinah from 26 October 2014. The additional flight will increase number of weekly flights on the Doha – Madinah route from seven to 14 weekly services.

The airline connects to Dammam, Riyadh, Madinah Gassim, Ta’if and Al Hofuf in the kingdom. The additional service showcases proof of the expanding consumer and business demand on this route.

Qatar Airways currently operates 79 weekly flights to Saudi Arabia which will rise to 86 flights per week with introduction of the additional flights to Madinah.

“We have been steadily growing our presence and services to Saudi Arabia,” said Qatar Airways group chief executive officer, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker. “The additional daily flight to Madinah will now bring additional connectivity for passengers connecting from Asia, the Middle East and other GCC countries.”

The new additional flights will be operated with an Airbus A320 in a two-class configuration, with 12 seats in first class and 132 in economy class.

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Qatar Airways delves into Miami’s economic impact https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-delves-into-miamis-economic-impact/ Mon, 16 Jun 2014 07:51:36 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=208795 The post Qatar Airways delves into Miami’s economic impact appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The launch of flights to Miami International Airport by Qatar Airways, witnessed high-level discussions on business opportunities. Miami-Dade county mayor Carlos Gimenez and senior officials held a meeting with Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker to discuss trade, business and investment opportunities in Miami. The airline commenced a four-times-weekly service to Miami […]

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Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker is joined by Miami-Dade county mayor Carlos Gimenez (left) and director of Miami Airport, Emilio Gonzalez (right)
Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker is joined by Miami-Dade county mayor Carlos Gimenez (left) and director of Miami Airport, Emilio Gonzalez (right)

The launch of flights to Miami International Airport by Qatar Airways, witnessed high-level discussions on business opportunities. Miami-Dade county mayor Carlos Gimenez and senior officials held a meeting with Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker to discuss trade, business and investment opportunities in Miami.

The airline commenced a four-times-weekly service to Miami from Hamad International Airport. The inaugural flight had the airline’s CEO along with a high level delegation, including director of Miami Airport, Emilio Gonzalez; vice chairman of the Greater Miami Visitors and Convention Bureau and senior officials from the airline.

Al Baker said that the airline planned to bring new opportunities to Miami by investing in the community and helping boost trade, tourism and business links between the State of Qatar and Miami.

The airline will fly four round-trip routes each week (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday) between DOH and MIA.

In addition to Miami, Qatar Airways’ US footprint includes daily non-stop flights between Doha and Chicago, Houston, Philadelphia, New York, and Washington D.C.

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Qatar Airways maiden flight at Miami Airport

Qatar Airways’ maiden flight to Miami touched down on Tuesday 10 June 2014, marking the start of services to the airline’s sixth US destination. The new route becomes the first and only direct flight between the Middle East and Miami. Services will now operate four times a week, every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, using […]

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Qatar Airways maiden flight at Miami Airport
Qatar Airways maiden flight at Miami Airport
Qatar Airways’ maiden flight at Miami Airport

Qatar Airways’ maiden flight to Miami touched down on Tuesday 10 June 2014, marking the start of services to the airline’s sixth US destination.

The new route becomes the first and only direct flight between the Middle East and Miami. Services will now operate four times a week, every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, using a two-class Boeing 777-200 aircraft with 42 seats in business class and 217 in economy.

Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker, was onboard the maiden flight.

“Miami is an essential destination in our expanding global network,” said Al Baker. “Our aim is to bring the world closer together… and we are particularly pleased that for the first time, Florida is being served from the Middle East market.”

The Miami launch continues a major expansion by the airline into the US. Direct flights to Philadelphia began in April, and Qatar Airways will commence services to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport in July.

The airline also flies to Chicago, Houston, New York and Washington DC.

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Al-Maha Airways awaiting AOC for Saudi flights https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/al-maha-airways-awaiting-aoc-for-saudi-flights/ Tue, 10 Jun 2014 07:36:25 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=208581 The post Al-Maha Airways awaiting AOC for Saudi flights appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al-Baker recently announced that the carrier will soon start its domestic Saudi operations under its Al-Maha Airways brand. “We should be getting our air operator’s certificate (AOC) in Saudi Arabia very soon. Applying for an AOC is a very complex process. And we are very advanced in this,” said Al-Baker. An […]

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Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al-Baker
Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al-Baker

Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al-Baker recently announced that the carrier will soon start its domestic Saudi operations under its Al-Maha Airways brand.

“We should be getting our air operator’s certificate (AOC) in Saudi Arabia very soon. Applying for an AOC is a very complex process. And we are very advanced in this,” said Al-Baker.

An AOC is the approval, given by a national aviation authority, in order to allow an airline to operate its aircraft for commercial flights. Earlier reports said that Qatar Airways has appointed a CEO to run the Saudi business and will operate eight A320s in the Kingdom.

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Qatar Airways connects from HIA https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-connects-from-hia/ Wed, 28 May 2014 06:27:19 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=207904 The post Qatar Airways connects from HIA appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways commenced operations from Hamad International Airport. The move will mean all commercial passenger airlines operating into Qatar will be arriving and departing from Hamad International Airport. Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker said: “With the capacity to handle 8,700 customers per hour, HIA will provide a seamless experience to our […]

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Glimpse of Hamad International Airport
Glimpse of Hamad International Airport

Qatar Airways commenced operations from Hamad International Airport. The move will mean all commercial passenger airlines operating into Qatar will be arriving and departing from Hamad International Airport.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker said: “With the capacity to handle 8,700 customers per hour, HIA will provide a seamless experience to our passengers.”

The HIA Passenger Terminal Complex will house a total of 138 check-in counters across five islands, including 108 counters for Qatar Airways economy passengers and all other airlines, 16 counters dedicated to Qatar Airways business class travellers and 14 luxury check-in counters for Qatar Airways first class passengers.

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Qatar Airways adds more Jakarta flights https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-adds-more-jakarta-flights/ Wed, 21 May 2014 04:48:31 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=207634 The post Qatar Airways adds more Jakarta flights appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways will add four more weekly flights to Jakarta

Qatar Airways is increasing its operations to Jakarta with the addition of four new weekly flights. The airline currently operates twice daily services to the Indonesian capital, but from 4 June 2014 this will rise to 18 flights per week. The route is operated using a combination of Airbus A330 and Boeing 777 aircraft, so […]

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Qatar Airways will add four more weekly flights to Jakarta
Qatar Airways will add four more weekly flights to Jakarta
Qatar Airways will add four more weekly flights to Jakarta

Qatar Airways is increasing its operations to Jakarta with the addition of four new weekly flights.

The airline currently operates twice daily services to the Indonesian capital, but from 4 June 2014 this will rise to 18 flights per week.

The route is operated using a combination of Airbus A330 and Boeing 777 aircraft, so the additional flights will offer 2,080 extra weekly seats – 192 in business class and 1,888 in economy.

“The demand for flights to Jakarta has risen tremendously over the years. As a result, the number of customers that have chosen to fly with us has also increased,” said Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker

“In order to meet that demand, we are increasing the number of flights per week, in line with our commitment to offering our passengers our five-star service and an enhanced travel experience.”

Qatar Airways launched its Jakarta service in 2001.

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Qatar Airways receives its A380 by June https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-receives-its-a380-by-june/ Tue, 06 May 2014 05:50:27 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=207111 The post Qatar Airways receives its A380 by June appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has rolled out its aircraft expansion strategy at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2014. The airline’s chief executive officer HE Akbar Al Baker announced the arrival of the first Airbus A380-800 by early June, the first of 13 such on order. The airline’s new A380 luxury first class seats are a highlight this […]

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Akbar Al Baker announces A380 delivery
Akbar Al Baker announces A380 delivery

Qatar Airways has rolled out its aircraft expansion strategy at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2014. The airline’s chief executive officer HE Akbar Al Baker announced the arrival of the first Airbus A380-800 by early June, the first of 13 such on order.

The airline’s new A380 luxury first class seats are a highlight this year at ATM. “We have no doubts that our new A380s will play a key role in our strategic expansion plans, and will help expand onboard capacity,” said Al Baker.

The A380’s new first class seat was also unveiled to the Middle East market for the first time. The airline also has plans to significantly expand its fleet with 300 additional aircraft, worth more than USD$ 60 billion, on order including, 80 Airbus A350s, 13 Airbus A330 Freighters, 60 Boeing 787s, 13 Boeing 777s (including freighters), 50 Boeing 777x, 80 Airbus A320s Neos and 13 Airbus A380-800s.

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Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways enter codeshare https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/cathay-pacific-qatar-airways-enter-codeshare/ Thu, 17 Apr 2014 07:47:12 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=206381 The post Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways enter codeshare appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Cathay Pacific celebrated its new service from Hong Kong to Doha with the announcement of its new codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways. The two airlines are also part of the oneworld alliance. Both airlines have announced extensive codeshare agreements following the launch of its twice-daily service. The agreement will offer both airline passengers more flexibility […]

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Pictured at Qatar Airways headquarters (L-R: Qatar Airways chief commercial officer, Marwan Koleilat, Cathay Pacific general manager revenue management, James Tong, Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker, Cathay Pacific chief executive, Ivan Chu, Cathay Pacific general manager South Asia, Middle East and Africa, Charlie Stewart-Cox, Cathay Pacific country manager UAE and Qatar, Brian Yuen, Qatar Airways chief planning officer, Richard Roberts
Pictured at Qatar Airways headquarters (L-R: Qatar Airways chief commercial officer, Marwan Koleilat, Cathay Pacific general manager revenue management, James Tong, Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker, Cathay Pacific chief executive, Ivan Chu, Cathay Pacific general manager South Asia, Middle East and Africa, Charlie Stewart-Cox, Cathay Pacific country manager UAE and Qatar, Brian Yuen, Qatar Airways chief planning officer, Richard Roberts

Cathay Pacific celebrated its new service from Hong Kong to Doha with the announcement of its new codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways. The two airlines are also part of the oneworld alliance.

Both airlines have announced extensive codeshare agreements following the launch of its twice-daily service. The agreement will offer both airline passengers more flexibility and choice.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Alliances and code shares alike are playing an increasingly important role in the airline industry today – and that will continue long into the future. Becoming a member of oneworld last October was one of the most significant landmarks in Qatar Airways’ history. It has strengthened our competitive offering.”

Effective from April 2014, Cathay Pacific flights between Hong Kong and Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Cairns, Adelaide, Auckland, Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and Seoul will carry the ‘QR’ code, while Qatar Airways flights between Doha and Jeddah, Nairobi, Athens, Geneva, Madrid, Barcelona and Venice will carry Cathay Pacific’s ‘CX’ code.

Cathay Pacific chief executive Ivan Chu said: “We are committed to developing our presence in this ever-growing market. The codeshare agreement will provide even more travel options for our customers.”

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CX QF Pictured at Qatar Airways headquarters (L-R: Qatar Airways chief commercial officer, Marwan Koleilat, Cathay Pacific general manager revenue management, James Tong, Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker, Cathay Pacific chief executive, Ivan Chu, Cathay Pacific general manager South Asia, Middle East and Africa, Charlie Stewart-Cox, Cathay Pacific country manager UAE and Qatar, Brian Yuen, Qatar Airways chief planning officer, Richard Roberts
Philadelphia on Qatar Airways’ radar for economic growth https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/philadelphia-on-qatar-airways-radar-for-economic-growth/ Tue, 08 Apr 2014 07:17:50 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=206030 The post Philadelphia on Qatar Airways’ radar for economic growth appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Philadelphia’s Mayor Michael Nutter and senior officials recently held a meeting with Qatar Airways chief executive HE Akbar Al Baker to discuss new trade, business and investment opportunities with Philadelphia. Qatar Airways began daily scheduled passenger flights. The airline planned to bring new opportunities to the city by investing in community and helping boost trade, […]

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Qatar-Philadelphia look at long-term benefits
Qatar-Philadelphia look at long-term benefits

Philadelphia’s Mayor Michael Nutter and senior officials recently held a meeting with Qatar Airways chief executive HE Akbar Al Baker to discuss new trade, business and investment opportunities with Philadelphia.

Qatar Airways began daily scheduled passenger flights. The airline planned to bring new opportunities to the city by investing in community and helping boost trade, tourism and business links.

“We look forward to creating a lasting bond between the cities of Philadelphia and Doha,” added Al Baker. “There is an immeasurable opportunity for cultural exchange and we expect this new route will serve as a strong conduit for trade and commerce.”

In addition to Philadelphia, Qatar Airways’ US footprint includes daily non-stop flights between Doha and New York, Houston, Chicago and Washington, DC.

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Philadelphia

Qatar Airways has continued to expand in the US, with the launch of flights to Philadelphia. The inaugural service from Doha touched down at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday morning, carrying Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker. He was greeted on arrival in the US city by Michael A. Nutter, the mayor of Philadelphia, and […]

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Philadelphia
Philadelphia

Qatar Airways has continued to expand in the US, with the launch of flights to Philadelphia.

The inaugural service from Doha touched down at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday morning, carrying Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker. He was greeted on arrival in the US city by Michael A. Nutter, the mayor of Philadelphia, and Mark Gale, CEO of Philadelphia International Airport.

“Today, Philadelphia joins our existing North American hubs: Chicago, New York, Washington DC, Houston and Montreal,” said Al Baker. “But only our newest gateway offers a unique, morning route to Doha, our earliest departure from North America, and provides passengers with unprecedented access to a new schedule of convenient connections to our entire global network.”

As mentioned by Al Baker, the new Doha-Philadelphia route is a morning service, departing the Qatari capital daily at 0105, and arriving in the US city at 0755. The return service will then leave Philadelphia at 1030, getting back into Doha at 0610 the following day.

All flights will be operated using a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft equipped with two cabins, with 42 seats in business class and 293 in economy.

Qatar Airways now operates 35 weekly flights to the US, including daily services to New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Houston and Philadelphia.

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Qatar Airways expands Africa presence https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-expands-africa-presence/ Mon, 24 Mar 2014 05:12:10 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=205375 The post Qatar Airways expands Africa presence appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways will expand its presence in Africa with the launch of direct services to Djibouti from Doha. The thrice-weekly non-stop flights will commence from 27 July 2014. The airline has also announced the launch of scheduled flights to Philadelphia and Larnaca in April; Edinburgh and Istanbul Sabiha in May; Miami and Tokyo Haneda in […]

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More Qatar Airways connections for Africa
More Qatar Airways connections for Africa

Qatar Airways will expand its presence in Africa with the launch of direct services to Djibouti from Doha. The thrice-weekly non-stop flights will commence from 27 July 2014.

The airline has also announced the launch of scheduled flights to Philadelphia and Larnaca in April; Edinburgh and Istanbul Sabiha in May; Miami and Tokyo Haneda in June and Dallas/Fort Worth in July.

Djibouti has an economy that is largely concentrated in the service sector. Qatar Airways looks to fill a void with its international network of routes via Doha.

“Djibouti is largely underserved by international airlines and have great market potential. We believe that these exciting destinations in the “Horn of Africa” have great potential linking up with key feeder markets in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and other parts of the world,” said Akbar Al Baker, chief executive officer, Qatar Airways.

The Doha – Djibouti route will be served with an Airbus A320 featuring up to 12 seats in business class and up to 132 seats in economy. The airline will operate on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. The flight QR1437 departs Doha at 0010 hrs, arriving in Djibouti at 0255 hrs. The return flight QR1438 will depart Djibouti at 0355 hrs, arriving in Doha at 0700 hrs.

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Qatar Airways fleet delivery on schedule https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-fleet-delivery-on-schedule/ Thu, 06 Mar 2014 06:54:17 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=204672 The post Qatar Airways fleet delivery on schedule appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways recently announced at ITB that it would take delivery of its first three Airbus A380 aircraft in June and inaugurate its superjumbo services with a daily flight to London. The first of the airline’s 13 new A380s will enter service this year. The new first class A380 seat, revealed by al-Baker features a […]

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Qatar Airways makes fleet announcements at ITB
Qatar Airways makes fleet announcements at ITB

Qatar Airways recently announced at ITB that it would take delivery of its first three Airbus A380 aircraft in June and inaugurate its superjumbo services with a daily flight to London.

The first of the airline’s 13 new A380s will enter service this year. The new first class A380 seat, revealed by al-Baker features a 90-inch seat pitch, transforming into a fully flat bed, together with entertainment options displayed on individual 19-inch television screens.

Al-Baker said, “Operating on the Doha to London Heathrow route, this cabin will offer a new level of comfort for passengers travelling to the UK, who will also benefit from our premium terminal in Doha and the new Qatar Airways premium lounge in London Heathrow Terminal 4.”

Qatar Airways new A380 first class cabin
Qatar Airways new A380 first class cabin

In addition to the A380, the airline is also set this year to welcome the first of 80 A350, as an Airbus launch customer. This forms part of Qatar Airways plans to significantly expand its fleet with 300 additional aircraft, worth more than US$50bn, on order, including the Boeing 787 and 777X.

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Qatar Airways expands in UAE https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-expands-in-uae/ Sun, 02 Mar 2014 07:29:51 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=204399 The post Qatar Airways expands in UAE appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has continued its aggressive expansion plans with the launch today of two new regional routes – Sharjah and Dubai World Central Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). The airline will operate both daily flights from Doha. This doubles total number of destinations within the UAE from two to four.  The new UAE routes will […]

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Qatar Airways expands connections in UAE
Qatar Airways expands connections in UAE

Qatar Airways has continued its aggressive expansion plans with the launch today of two new regional routes – Sharjah and Dubai World Central Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). The airline will operate both daily flights from Doha. This doubles total number of destinations within the UAE from two to four. 

The new UAE routes will both be operated by Airbus A320 aircraft. There will be three flights daily to Sharjah, with two flights per day to DWC.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer, Akbar Al Baker, said: “The Gulf is of key importance to offer frequent air travel connections to the UAE. The location of both airports relative to our network will afford travellers a wider variety of options.”

The airline over the next few weeks and months will launch Larnaca (29 April), Philadelphia (2 April), Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Turkey (22 May 22), Edinburgh (28 May), Miami (10 June) and Dallas/Fort Worth (1 July).

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Qatar Executive showcase at Abu Dhabi Air Expo https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-executive-showcase-at-abu-dhabi-air-expo/ Thu, 20 Feb 2014 07:17:01 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=204001 The post Qatar Executive showcase at Abu Dhabi Air Expo appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Executive will be showcasing its offerings at the Abu Dhabi Air Expo. The event is scheduled to take place from 25 to 27 February at the Al Bateen Executive Airport. Qatar Executive will be showcasing its Bombardier Global 5000 on the static display. Visitors can preview the interiors of the sought-after jet. This is […]

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Interiors of Qatar Executive

Qatar Executive will be showcasing its offerings at the Abu Dhabi Air Expo. The event is scheduled to take place from 25 to 27 February at the Al Bateen Executive Airport.

Qatar Executive will be showcasing its Bombardier Global 5000 on the static display. Visitors can preview the interiors of the sought-after jet. This is part of Qatar Executive’s wholly-owned Bombardier fleet of seven long-range business jets. With its capacity for 13 passengers, it can fly from Abu Dhabi to Singapore or from Abu Dhabi to London non-stop.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said: “For the Middle East’s travelling elite, who want to travel in the utmost comfort and in the shortest amount of time to long-distance destinations, our Global 5000 is the business jet of choice. Knowing that the business aviation sector in the Middle East is continuing to show strong demand for private jet travel, the Abu Dhabi Air Expo is a great opportunity to present Qatar Executive’s top-end service for individual and flexible air travel to our clients in the region.”

Just three months ago Qatar Airways’ corporate jet arm, expanded its operation by adding a brand-new Bombardier Global 5000 Vision to its state-of-the-art fleet.

Apart from three Global 5000s, Qatar Executive also operates three Challenger 605s and a Global XRS.

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Qatar Airways to launch all premium business on London route https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-launch-all-premium-business-on-london-route/ Wed, 19 Feb 2014 06:04:00 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=203908 The post Qatar Airways to launch all premium business on London route appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of a new daily all premium Business Class service from Doha to London. The new service will be the first of its kind in the Middle East, commencing from 15 May 2014, with an Airbus A319 aircraft fitted with an all Business Class, single aisle, 2–2 seating configuration offering […]

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Qatar Airways’s all premium business class

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of a new daily all premium Business Class service from Doha to London. The new service will be the first of its kind in the Middle East, commencing from 15 May 2014, with an Airbus A319 aircraft fitted with an all Business Class, single aisle, 2–2 seating configuration offering 40 seats.

The airline currently operates five daily flights to London Heathrow and the additional sixth all Business Class daily service marks the start of a new service to and from the UK. The new additional flight will step up frequency on the Doha – London Heathrow route from 35 to 42 weekly services.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said: “Today’s announcement reaffirms our determination to continue the expansion drive by improving an already superior in-flight product. The Doha – London Heathrow route is one of our most popular international routes and it was only fitting that we introduce an all Business Class service on this key route.”

The airline has a modern fleet of 129 aircraft flying to 134 key business and leisure destinations across six continents. As part of its aggressive expansion programme, Qatar Airways will launch routes to eight new destinations during 2014: Sharjah from 1 March; Dubai World Central from 1 March; Philadelphia from 2 April; Larnaca from 29 April; Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport from 22 May; Edinburgh from 28 May; Miami from 10 June and Dallas/Fort Worth from 1 July.

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Qatar Airways increases Khartoum frequencies https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-increases-khartoum-frequencies/ Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:49:02 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=202702 The post Qatar Airways increases Khartoum frequencies appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways pushes for open skies in India

Qatar Airways has added three additional flights per week between Doha and Khartoum. This brings the total number of services to Sudan to 17 weekly flights. Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said extra capacity would be a great boost as it would improve connections from Khartoum. “As part of our ever-expanding route […]

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More flights for Sudan
More flights for Sudan

Qatar Airways has added three additional flights per week between Doha and Khartoum. This brings the total number of services to Sudan to 17 weekly flights.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said extra capacity would be a great boost as it would improve connections from Khartoum. “As part of our ever-expanding route map, a key pillar is to also evaluate existing routes and increase capacity where there is passenger demand.”

The route is operated by an Airbus A320, featuring 12 seats in First Class and up to 132 seats in Economy. The flights depart on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from Khartoum QR1332 leaves at 0245 hrs, arrive Doha 0605 hrs. While on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays, the aircraft departs Doha QR1331 at 1955 hrs, arriving in Khartoum at 2345 hrs.

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Qatar Airways flies to Hangzhou https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-flies-to-hangzhou/ Sun, 22 Dec 2013 01:31:41 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=201708 The post Qatar Airways flies to Hangzhou appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

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Qatar Airways has commenced its first flights to the Chinese city of Hangzhou. The capital of Zhejiang province becomes the airline’s seventh route in China, and comes just three months after the launch of the sixth, Chengdu. The service will now operate four times a week, departing Doha International Airport every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and […]

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Hangzhou is home to the UNESCO-listed West Lake
Hangzhou is home to the UNESCO-listed West Lake

Qatar Airways has commenced its first flights to the Chinese city of Hangzhou.

The capital of Zhejiang province becomes the airline’s seventh route in China, and comes just three months after the launch of the sixth, Chengdu.

The service will now operate four times a week, departing Doha International Airport every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 0230, and arriving at Hangzhou’s Xiaoshan International Airport at 1540. The return service will then leave at 2300, getting back into Doha at 0430 the next morning.

All flights will be operated using Qatar Airways’ two-class Airbus A330 aircraft with 24 seats in business class and 236 in economy.

“As a route, Hangzhou has strong potential when linked with key destinations in Europe, the Americas, Middle East and Africa; now all easily accessible via Doha through a convenient non-stop flight,” said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways’ CEO.

“China’s outbound tourism has been growing rapidly in the past decade, and we look forward to bringing more passengers from and to Hangzhou, helping to further boost leisure and business travel in China.”

Following the launch, Qatar Airways now offers 45 weekly flights to seven destinations in mainland China – Shanghai, Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hangzhou. It also flies to Hong Kong. This makes it the biggest Middle Eastern carrier serving China.

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Qatar Airways joins oneworld https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-joins-oneworld/ Tue, 29 Oct 2013 09:38:56 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=199394 The post Qatar Airways joins oneworld appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways becomes the 13th full member of oneworld

Qatar Airways officially becomes a member of the oneworld alliance today. The airline will become the first major Gulf carrier to join an airline alliance in a ceremony at Doha’s Hamad International Airport. The event will see the unveiling of the airline’s first aircraft to feature the oneworld livery – a Boeing 777 aircraft. Qatar […]

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HE Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Prime Minister of Qatar, celebrates the event with Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways; Willie Walsh, CEO of IAG; and Bruce Ashby, CEO of oneworld
HE Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Prime Minister of Qatar, celebrates the event with Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways; Willie Walsh, CEO of IAG; and Bruce Ashby, CEO of oneworld

Qatar Airways officially becomes a member of the oneworld alliance today.

The airline will become the first major Gulf carrier to join an airline alliance in a ceremony at Doha’s Hamad International Airport. The event will see the unveiling of the airline’s first aircraft to feature the oneworld livery – a Boeing 777 aircraft.

Qatar Airways officially joins oneworld just one year after receiving its invitation, making its induction into the alliance one of the fastest in history. Typically, airlines take 18-24 months to fulfil the membership requirements, and occasionally never end up joining.

Qatar Airways becomes the 13th full member of oneworld
Qatar Airways becomes the 13th full member of oneworld

The membership of Qatar Airways will be a major boost to oneworld, which is currently the smallest of the three global airline alliances in terms of full member airlines. The carrier will be able use its global location and extensive network to connect with the networks of oneworld’s other member airlines, which include British Airways, Qantas, Cathay Pacific, American Airlines and Japan Airlines. More than 20 of its destinations and five countries – Ethiopia, Iran, Rwanda, Serbia and Tanzania – will be new to the oneworld route map.

Following Qatar Airways’ membership, oneworld will serve almost 1,000 airports in more than 150 countries, with 14,000 daily departures. It will carry 475 million passengers a year on a combined fleet of some 3,300 aircraft, generating approximately US$140 billion in annual revenues.

“Becoming a member of oneworld is one of the most significant landmarks in Qatar Airways’ history,” said Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker. “It will strengthen our competitive offering and give our customers what they fully deserve – more choice across a truly global network served together with airline partners who include some of the best and biggest in the world.”

oneworld’s CEO Bruce Ashby added; “oneworld aims to be the first choice alliance for the world’s frequent international travellers, with an unrivalled collection of quality carriers, delivering unmatched benefits to customers and to member airlines alike. Qatar Airways’ addition as our second member airline in the Middle East makes oneworld the leading alliance in what is one of the world’s fastest growing regions for air travel demand.

“oneworld is delighted to be the only global alliance to welcome on board one of the major Gulf carriers, enabling us to be the only global alliance to offer consumers the services and benefits offered by both a global alliance and a Gulf carrier,” he added.
Qatar Airways will now adorn four of its aircraft with the oneworld livery – two Boeing 777s and two Airbus A320s.

The airline is one of several new additions to the oneworld alliance expected in the coming months. Following the arrival of Malaysia Airlines earlier this year, Brazil’s TAM Airlines will join in March 2014, with SriLankan Airlines expected to follow later next year.

Qatar Airways becomes the 13th full member of the oneworld alliance, following airberlin, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, LAN Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Royal Jordanian and S7 Airlines.

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Miami

Qatar Airways has revealed that Miami will become its sixth destination in the US next year. Commencing on 10 June 2014, the airline will offer four weekly flights direct from Doha to the Florida hub, aboard a two-class, 259-seat Boeing 777-200 aircraft. Services will depart the Qatari capital every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at […]

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Qatar Airways has revealed that Miami will become its sixth destination in the US next year.

Commencing on 10 June 2014, the airline will offer four weekly flights direct from Doha to the Florida hub, aboard a two-class, 259-seat Boeing 777-200 aircraft.

Services will depart the Qatari capital every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 0840, arriving in Miami at 1720. The return service will depart the US city at 2115, getting back into Doha at 1420 the next day. Flight time is expected to be 14-15 hours.

“The US is a growing market for us and the addition of Miami as a destination and our membership in the oneworld alliance opens up a multitude of better routes with the Middle East, East Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, and Western Australia to and from the east coast of the US,” said Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker.

Qatar Airways currently operates to Chicago, Houston, New York and Washington DC, and will add flights to Philadelphia in April 2014.

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Qatar Airways commences Addis Ababa route https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-commences-addis-ababa-route/ Tue, 24 Sep 2013 06:36:18 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=197866 The post Qatar Airways commences Addis Ababa route appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways celebrated the launch of its new route to Addis Ababa with a charitable drive. The airline provided school uniforms and books for school children participating in the Our Father’s Kitchen programme. Our Father’s Kitchen is a feeding programme which provides daily meals for approximately 216 underprivileged children in three different neighbourhoods of the […]

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Qatar Airways gives to Our Father’s Kitchen in Addis Ababa

Qatar Airways celebrated the launch of its new route to Addis Ababa with a charitable drive. The airline provided school uniforms and books for school children participating in the Our Father’s Kitchen programme.

Our Father’s Kitchen is a feeding programme which provides daily meals for approximately 216 underprivileged children in three different neighbourhoods of the Addis Ababa community.

Akbar Al Baker, chief executive officer of Qatar Airways said: “Ethiopia is one of the driving forces behind change which is taking place in the African economy, hence opening up a new route to Addis Ababa makes a great deal of business sense. However, if we are going to do business here it is important to us that we become an active member of the community.”

The new route will offer three-flights-a-week served with an Airbus A320. The aircraft will offer 12 seats in Business Class and up to 132 seats in Economy. Apart from Addis Ababa, Qatar Airways has so far launched eight destinations this year – Gassim (Saudi Arabia), Najaf (Iraq), Phnom Penh (Cambodia), Chicago (USA), Salalah (Oman), Basra (Iraq), Sulaymaniyah (Iraq), Chengdu (China).

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Qatar Airways boosts frequencies https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boosts-frequencies/ Tue, 03 Sep 2013 06:55:57 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=196847 The post Qatar Airways boosts frequencies appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has announced frequency increases to destinations in Eastern Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific in preparation for the winter season.  The routes with increased frequencies are Ankara in Turkey with four flights a week from 18 Sep; Belgrade in Serbia with four flights a week from 18 Sep; Bucharest in Romania with five […]

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Qatar Airways has announced frequency increases to destinations in Eastern Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific in preparation for the winter season. 

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Belgrade

The routes with increased frequencies are Ankara in Turkey with four flights a week from 18 Sep; Belgrade in Serbia with four flights a week from 18 Sep; Bucharest in Romania with five flights a week from 17 Sep; Dubai has been increased to 91 flights a week from 1 Aug; Islamabad in Pakistan to seven flights a week from 27 Oct; Jakarta in Indonesia to 14 flights a week 1 Sep; Manama in Bahrain to 49 flights a week from beginning 15 Sep; Moscow in Russia to 12 flights a week from 3 Sep; Sofia in Bulgaria with five flights a week from 17 Sep and finally, Yangon in Myanmar with seven flights a week from 27 October.

The increases in frequency will provide business and leisure passengers more flexibility and choice. Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said that the increases will ensure that these popular routes grow from strength to strength.

“We will keep looking at opportunities to add capacity to our existing network and further strengthen our brand presence,” said Al Baker.

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Qatar Airways increases KSA connectivity https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-increases-ksa-connectivity/ Tue, 27 Aug 2013 05:38:55 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=196559 The post Qatar Airways increases KSA connectivity appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways announced it will begin flights to Ta’if Saudi Arabia. The new service will commence from 2 October 2013 with a four times a week service from Doha. “For nearly 20 years we have been steadily growing our presence and services to Saudi Arabia,” said Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker. The […]

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Qatar Airways announced it will begin flights to Ta’if Saudi Arabia. The new service will commence from 2 October 2013 with a four times a week service from Doha.

Qatar Airways connects Ta'if
Qatar Airways connects Ta’if

“For nearly 20 years we have been steadily growing our presence and services to Saudi Arabia,” said Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker.

The Doha – Ta’if route will be operated by an Airbus A320 featuring 144 seats in a two-class configuration – 12 in Business Class and 132 seats in Economy.

The flights will operate on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. QR1206 will depart Doha at 12:55 arriving into Ta’if at 15:20. The return flight QR1207 will depart Ta’if at 16:10 arriving into Doha at 19:10.

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Iraq gets more Qatar Airways flights https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/iraq-gets-more-qatar-airways-flights/ Thu, 22 Aug 2013 05:47:58 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=196348 The post Iraq gets more Qatar Airways flights appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways launched flights to Sulaymaniyah, increasing frequency across Iraq from 16 to 20 flights each week. The new services will operate four times a week non-stop from the Doha hub.  The Doha-Sulaymaniyah route is being operated by an Airbus A320 featuring 144 seats in a two-class configuration of 12 seats in Business Class and […]

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Qatar Airways launched flights to Sulaymaniyah, increasing frequency across Iraq from 16 to 20 flights each week. The new services will operate four times a week non-stop from the Doha hub. 

Qatar Airways expands Iraq route
Qatar Airways expands Iraq route

The Doha-Sulaymaniyah route is being operated by an Airbus A320 featuring 144 seats in a two-class configuration of 12 seats in Business Class and 132 seats in Economy.

The arrival of Qatar Airways’ flight QR438 was welcomed with a water salute at Sulaymaniyah International Airport. The welcome reception had Fathi Al Shehab, Qatar Airways senior vice president GCC, Levant, Iran and Indian-Subcontinent, lead an official delegation on the flight from Doha. The delegation was welcomed by director general, Sulaymaniyah International Airport Eng Tahir Qadir.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said “The Republic of Iraq has been on our list of expansion priorities for some time and the last 12 months have seen us move forward very quickly opening up four new gateways in Iraq with a fifth, Sulaymaniyah, starting today.”

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Qatar Airways has enhanced its baggage allowance effective 1 September 2013. The baggage allowance will be applicable for passengers across routes worldwide with additional baggage weight allowed per person.  Economy weight allowances have increased from 23kg to 30kg while Business and First Class have each increased from 30kg and 40kg to 40kg and 50kg respectively. […]

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Qatar Airways has enhanced its baggage allowance effective 1 September 2013. The baggage allowance will be applicable for passengers across routes worldwide with additional baggage weight allowed per person. 

Qatar Airways offers more baggage allowance
Qatar Airways offers more baggage allowance

Economy weight allowances have increased from 23kg to 30kg while Business and First Class have each increased from 30kg and 40kg to 40kg and 50kg respectively. The increased weight allowance does not apply when travelling to points that are regulated by per-piece allowance.

“Revising our standard baggage allowance comes at a time whereby number of destinations we fly is increasing and our global reach is broadening,” said Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker.

The Company will also publish new excess baggage rates in September which will also see an increase. Passengers will be able to purchase excess baggage at discounted rates of up to 20% on the portal.

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Qatar Airways to fly Dreamliner to India https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-fly-dreamliner-to-india/ Tue, 20 Aug 2013 02:06:21 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=196187 The post Qatar Airways to fly Dreamliner to India appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways currently operates a fleet of eight Boeing 787s

Qatar Airways will launch its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights to India next month. From 1 September 2013, the airline will commence daily Dreamliner services to both Delhi and Bengaluru, using the fuel-efficient 254-seat aircraft. “We are delighted to introduce Qatar Airways’ Dreamliner on two of our important Indian routes,” said the Doha-based airline’s CEO, […]

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Qatar Airways currently operates a fleet of eight Boeing 787s
Qatar Airways currently operates a fleet of eight Boeing 787s
Qatar Airways currently operates a fleet of eight Boeing 787s

Qatar Airways will launch its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights to India next month.

From 1 September 2013, the airline will commence daily Dreamliner services to both Delhi and Bengaluru, using the fuel-efficient 254-seat aircraft.

“We are delighted to introduce Qatar Airways’ Dreamliner on two of our important Indian routes,” said the Doha-based airline’s CEO, Akbar Al Baker.

“Our 787s provide a game-changing experience with specially designed interiors, spacious cabins and custom-made seats in both business and economy class. We are confident that our patrons flying to and from Delhi and Bangalore (Bengaluru) routes will luxuriate in the enhanced travel experience on-board the Qatar Airways’ Dreamliner,” he added.

Qatar Airways’ B787s offer 22 flat-bed business class seats, all with aisle access, and 232 seat in economy class, in a 3–3–3 layout.

The Delhi and Bengaluru services will mark the first time Qatar Airways has flown its Dreamliners to destinations in the Asia Pacific region.

Its eight B787s have so far flown to Dubai, London, Munich, Stockholm, Riyadh, Jeddah, Zurich and Frankfurt. The airline will also launch Dreamliner flights to Oslo and Copenhagen from September.

Qatar Airways has orders for 60 Dreamliners, making it one of the aircraft’s biggest customers.

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Qatar Airways to launch Chengdu flights https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-launch-chengdu-flights/ Tue, 06 Aug 2013 01:06:02 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=195602 The post Qatar Airways to launch Chengdu flights appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

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Qatar Airways will finally commence flights to Chengdu next month – almost six months after they were initially due to launch. The airline had intended to start flying to Sichuan’s provincial capital in March 2013, but the global grounding of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner forced Qatar Airways to delay the launch. But on 3 September […]

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Qatar Airways will fly an Airbus A330 to Chengdu
Qatar Airways will fly an Airbus A330 to Chengdu

Qatar Airways will finally commence flights to Chengdu next month – almost six months after they were initially due to launch.

The airline had intended to start flying to Sichuan’s provincial capital in March 2013, but the global grounding of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner forced Qatar Airways to delay the launch. But on 3 September 2013 the new flights will finally take off, operating three times a week direct from Doha.

“The new service is part of the airline’s commitment to boost services to the Far East and Asia Pacific,” said Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways. “China is one of our key markets and we are excited to further expand our footprint in China, allowing us to provide greater options for business and leisure travellers ready to take advantage of new flights to and from another entry point in China.”

Qatar Airways’ flights to Chengdu will leave Doha every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 0200, arriving at Chengdu’s Shuangliu International Airport at 1430. The return leg will depart the Chinese city at 0100 every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, getting back into Doha at 0350 the same day. All flights will be operated using a two-class Airbus A330 aircraft with 36 seats in business class and 248 in economy.

Chengdu will become Qatar Airways’ sixth destination in China, following Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Chongqing.

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Qatar Airways will finally commence flights to Chengdu next month – almost six months after they were initially due to launch.

The airline had intended to start flying to Sichuan’s provincial capital in March 2013, but the global grounding of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner forced Qatar Airways to delay the launch. But on 3 September 2013 the new flights will finally take off, operating three times a week direct from Doha.

“The new service is part of the airline’s commitment to boost services to the Far East and Asia Pacific,” said Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways. “China is one of our key markets and we are excited to further expand our footprint in China, allowing us to provide greater options for business and leisure travellers ready to take advantage of new flights to and from another entry point in China.”

Qatar Airways’ flights to Chengdu will leave Doha every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 0200, arriving at Chengdu’s Shuangliu International Airport at 1430. The return leg will depart the Chinese city at 0100 every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, getting back into Doha at 0350 the same day. All flights will be operated using a two-class Airbus A330 aircraft with 36 seats in business class and 248 in economy.

Chengdu will become Qatar Airways’ sixth destination in China, following Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Chongqing.

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Qatar Airways Holidays expands GCC operations https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-holidays-expands-gcc-operations/ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 07:00:29 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=194765 The post Qatar Airways Holidays expands GCC operations appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways Holidays has expanded its operations across the GCC, with the opening of six Holiday Shops across the region. Two shops have been opened in Dubai and Kuwait.  Additional Holiday Shops will open in Bahrain and Muscat with Dammam and Riyadh to follow. The openings also coincide with the release of the Qatar Airways […]

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Qatar Airways Holidays has expanded its operations across the GCC, with the opening of six Holiday Shops across the region. Two shops have been opened in Dubai and Kuwait. 

Qatar Airways Holidays expansion plans
Qatar Airways Holidays expansion plans

Additional Holiday Shops will open in Bahrain and Muscat with Dammam and Riyadh to follow. The openings also coincide with the release of the Qatar Airways Summer Brochure 2013.

Qatar Airways chief executive Akbar Al Baker said: “The service caters for holiday makers across the GCC. The packages will offer customers expert advice and assistance to plan their vacation.”

The division specialises in a range of holiday packages to destinations covering Australia, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the US. The segments covered include beach holidays, city breaks, cruise vacations, family fun, history and culture tours, romantic getaways, spa vacations or safari tours.

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Qatar Airways inks MoU with Carnegie Mellon University https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-inks-mou-with-carnegie-mellon-university/ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 07:40:16 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=194525 The post Qatar Airways inks MoU with Carnegie Mellon University appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

In an effort to promote its scientific research and social development, Qatar Airways has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Carnegie Mellon University. The MoU was signed by Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker and Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar Dean and CEO, Dr Ilker Baybars.  Al Baker said the collaboration will improve integration […]

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In an effort to promote its scientific research and social development, Qatar Airways has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Carnegie Mellon University. The MoU was signed by Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker and Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar Dean and CEO, Dr Ilker Baybars. 

Education focus from Qatar Airways
Education focus from Qatar Airways

Al Baker said the collaboration will improve integration between aviation and academic sectors. He emphasized the airline’s commitment to developing skills of employees working in the travel sector, enabling them to keep pace with Qatar’s growth.

The MoU looks to improve and reinforce knowledge for the university’s students as well as airline employees, in the fields of education, scientific research, executive training, social development as well as business management, IT and public policies. To achieve these goals, both parties will organize joint conferences and workshops.

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Qatar Airways prepares for Ethiopia https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-prepares-for-ethiopia/ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 07:06:12 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=194393 The post Qatar Airways prepares for Ethiopia appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways is set to launch three-flights-a-week to Addis Ababa. The new flights will commence from 18 September 2013. The route will be serviced with an Airbus A320 in a two-class configuration of 132 seats in Economy and 12 in Business Class.  “Ethiopia is fast emerging as a growing economic centre, forming strong trade links […]

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Qatar Airways is set to launch three-flights-a-week to Addis Ababa. The new flights will commence from 18 September 2013. The route will be serviced with an Airbus A320 in a two-class configuration of 132 seats in Economy and 12 in Business Class. 

Qatar Airways connects Addis Abbaba
Qatar Airways connects Addis Abbaba

“Ethiopia is fast emerging as a growing economic centre, forming strong trade links with Europe, USA and Asia Pacific. There is clearly demand and huge potential to and from Ethiopia, one of the many under served markets across Africa.,” said Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker.

In the last 24 months the airline has added the following African destinations to its global route network: Benghazi (Libya); Entebbe (Uganda); Kigali (Rwanda); Tripoli (Libya) – re-launched; (Kilimanjaro (Tanzania); and Maputo (Mozambique).

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Qatar Airways boosts Amman frequency https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boosts-amman-frequency/ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 06:40:54 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=194096 The post Qatar Airways boosts Amman frequency appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has added two additional flights between Doha and Amman. This brings the total number of services to Jordan to nine weekly flights.  Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said the extra capacity would be a great boost to the destination. “As part of our expanding route map, a key pillar is […]

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Qatar Airways has added two additional flights between Doha and Amman. This brings the total number of services to Jordan to nine weekly flights. 

Qatar Airways increases Amman frequency
Qatar Airways increases Amman frequency

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said the extra capacity would be a great boost to the destination. “As part of our expanding route map, a key pillar is to also evaluate existing routes and increase capacity where there is passenger demand,” he added.

The route is operated by an Airbus A320, featuring 12 seats in First Class and up to 132 seats in Economy.

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Qatar Airways to fly Dreamliners to Scandinavia https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-to-fly-dreamliners-to-scandinavia/ Tue, 25 Jun 2013 04:22:52 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=193425 The post Qatar Airways to fly Dreamliners to Scandinavia appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways currently operates five Dreamliners

Qatar Airways has revealed that it will deploy its Boeing 787 Dreamliners on three Scandinavian routes. On 1 August this year, the Doha-based carrier will launch daily Dreamliner flights to the Swedish capital Stockholm. Then a month later on 1 September it will commence B787 services to the capitals of Denmark and Norway, Copenhagen and […]

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Qatar Airways currently operates five Dreamliners
Qatar Airways currently operates five Dreamliners
Qatar Airways currently operates five Dreamliners

Qatar Airways has revealed that it will deploy its Boeing 787 Dreamliners on three Scandinavian routes.

On 1 August this year, the Doha-based carrier will launch daily Dreamliner flights to the Swedish capital Stockholm. Then a month later on 1 September it will commence B787 services to the capitals of Denmark and Norway, Copenhagen and Oslo.

“Our Scandinavian routes have grown in stature and importance since we began flying to the region in 2007,” said Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker.

“I am delighted that our Dreamliners will be introduced to Stockholm, Copenhagen and Oslo very soon providing our passengers with an unparalleled level of service and comfort to and from Scandinavia.”

Qatar Airways’ currently operates five B787s, all with 254 seats – 22 in business class and 232 in economy. All aircraft will be equipped with Wi-Fi.

The airline also has a further 54 Dreamliners on order.

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Qatar Airways suspends Seychelles flight https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-suspends-seychelles-flight/ Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:12:43 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=192688 The post Qatar Airways suspends Seychelles flight appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways announced the suspension of scheduled flights to and from the Seychelles.  This will be effective 1 September 2013 until further notice due to commercial reasons. The last of the daily services operating between Doha and Seychelles International Airport on Mahe Island, will be on 31 August. The decision was taken after careful consideration […]

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Qatar Airways announced the suspension of scheduled flights to and from the Seychelles. 

Qatar Airways suspends Seychelles flight
Qatar Airways suspends Seychelles flight

This will be effective 1 September 2013 until further notice due to commercial reasons. The last of the daily services operating between Doha and Seychelles International Airport on Mahe Island, will be on 31 August. The decision was taken after careful consideration by the airline’s management team.

Qatar Airways’ chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said: “Unfortunately we have taken the decision to suspend the route due to commercial reasons which is regretted. We have built up a strong relationship with our partners over the years and will continue to work with them and the relevant authorities to ensure a smooth discontinuation of the route.”

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Qatar Airways boosts Iraq service https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boosts-iraq-service/ https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-boosts-iraq-service/#comments Thu, 21 Mar 2013 07:25:15 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=149633 The post Qatar Airways boosts Iraq service appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways announced plans to launch scheduled flights to a further two destinations in Iraq from this summer.  The new destinations are Basra in southern Iraq and Sulaymaniyah in the northern part will take the total destination in the country to five. Flights to Basra are due to begin on 3 June while Sulaymaniyah will […]

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Qatar Airways announced plans to launch scheduled flights to a further two destinations in Iraq from this summer. 

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The new destinations are Basra in southern Iraq and Sulaymaniyah in the northern part will take the total destination in the country to five. Flights to Basra are due to begin on 3 June while Sulaymaniyah will start on 20 August. Both destinations will be served four-times-a-week non-stop from Doha. The new capacity will take frequency up to 20 weekly services across Iraq.

Fuelled by the reconstruction drive in the country and demand for more air services to Iraq, Qatar Airways is expanding its operations in Iraq – in line with its strategy to enter underserved markets.

Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said: “After years of restricted air access for foreign airlines in many parts of Iraq, we have been working with authorities to open up services and are happy to have expanded our operations.”

Both routes will be operated with an Airbus A320 featuring 144 seats in a two-class configuration of 12 seats in Business Class and 132 in Economy.

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Qatar Airways eyes enhanced business links with Barcelona https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-eyes-enhanced-business-links-with-barcelona/ https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-eyes-enhanced-business-links-with-barcelona/#comments Thu, 07 Mar 2013 07:15:13 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=148466 The post Qatar Airways eyes enhanced business links with Barcelona appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

The recent announcement of Qatar Airways being selected the strategic partner of FC Barcelona has resulted in the airline’s Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker and President of Catalonia, Honourable Artur Mas, and Mayor of Barcelona, Honourable Xavier Trias, discuss new trade, business and investment opportunities.  Al Baker mentioned that the airline planned to further […]

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The recent announcement of Qatar Airways being selected the strategic partner of FC Barcelona has resulted in the airline’s Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker and President of Catalonia, Honourable Artur Mas, and Mayor of Barcelona, Honourable Xavier Trias, discuss new trade, business and investment opportunities. 

Al Baker mentioned that the airline planned to further expand its operations in Barcelona from current 10 flights each week to double daily, helping boosting trade and business links between the State of Qatar and Catalonia.

“Extra frequencies would be a tremendous boost to the economy of Barcelona and surrounding areas, helping create new jobs and also bring more tourists to this city,” said Al Baker.

Over the coming year, Qatar Airways will launch scheduled flights to a diverse portfolio of new routes, including Chicago (10 April); Salalah (22 May); Chengdu yet to be confirmed, and many more.

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Qatar Airways delays Chengdu launch https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-delays-chengdu-launch/ https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/qatar-airways-delays-chengdu-launch/#comments Mon, 04 Mar 2013 03:27:24 +0000 http://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=148125 The post Qatar Airways delays Chengdu launch appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

Qatar Airways has postponed the launch of flights to Chengdu. The carrier was due to commence flights to the Chinese city on 19 March 2013, but said that the continued grounding of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft has led to the delay. No revised launch date has been given. The Dreamliner problems have also forced […]

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All Qatar Airways' Boeing 787s are currently grounded (photo by Steve Mann)
All Qatar Airways' Boeing 787s are currently grounded (photo by Steve Mann)

Qatar Airways has postponed the launch of flights to Chengdu.

The carrier was due to commence flights to the Chinese city on 19 March 2013, but said that the continued grounding of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft has led to the delay. No revised launch date has been given.

The Dreamliner problems have also forced Qatar Airways to reduce the initial frequency of its new Doha-Chicago route. Commencing on 10 April 2013, flights to the US city will now only operate three times a week, rather than daily. The daily service is expected to start on 15 June.

“We sincerely apologise to our customers for the inconvenience of the capacity adjustments caused by the grounding of the 787s, which is out of our hands,” said Qatar Airways’ CEO, Akbar Al Baker. “We are making every effort to ensure our valued customers are aware of these service updates and are accommodated accordingly.”

Qatar Airways currently operates five B787 Dreamliners, all of which are currently grounded due to the aircraft’s battery fault. The airline is also waiting to receive a further 25 Dreamliners, but all new aircraft deliveries are also on hold, pending a solution to the problem.

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Qatar Airways has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The aircraft, which marks the first of 30 787s ordered by Qatar Airways, is also the first Dreamliner to be delivered to a Middle Eastern carrier. “We are delighted to receive our first Dreamliner – an aircraft which we expect will establish new benchmarks […]

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Qatar Airways' B787 at the Farnborough Airshow
Qatar Airways' B787 at the Farnborough Airshow

Qatar Airways has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

The aircraft, which marks the first of 30 787s ordered by Qatar Airways, is also the first Dreamliner to be delivered to a Middle Eastern carrier.

“We are delighted to receive our first Dreamliner – an aircraft which we expect will establish new benchmarks for reliability and comfort,” said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways’ CEO. “Our decision to invest in this game-changing airplane… reflects our firm belief in its unrivalled capabilities and the value it will add to our fleet and network expansion plans.”

Qatar Airways’ Dreamliner will be configured with 254 seats in two classes – 22 in business class (in a 1-2-1 layout) and 232 in economy (3-3-3). The airline has announced that it will deploy the Dreamliner on services to Dubai, London, Delhi and Zurich, with other routes to follow as additional 787s join the Doha-based fleet.

“There is no doubt in my mind that Qatar Airways is one of the most remarkable airline success stories of our time and it is only fitting that it has taken delivery of the most technologically advanced jetliner of our time,” said Ray Conner, president & CEO of Boeing’s commercial unit. “The 787, with its unmatched fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, is certain to enable Qatar Airways’ plans to continue to deliver on its promise of quality and profitability.” 

Qatar Airways unveiled its Dreamliner at this year’s Farnborough Airshow. All seats will have touch-screen in-flight entertainment with more than 1,000 movies, TV shows and audio programmes, plus USB port and power sockets.

 
 

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Akbar Al Baker and Willie Walsh, chief executive if IAG, at the New York press conference Photo by Anders Krusberg/newscast

Qatar Airways will become a member of oneworld, making it the first Gulf carrier to join an airline alliance. The Doha-based airline’s election as a oneworld member designate was announced yesterday at a press conference in New York, attended by senior executives of Qatar Airways and the alliance’s existing members. Qatar Airways’ implementation into oneworld […]

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Akbar Al Baker and Willie Walsh, chief executive if IAG, at the New York press conference Photo by Anders Krusberg/newscast
Akbar Al Baker and Willie Walsh, chief executive if IAG, at the New York press conference Photo by Anders Krusberg/newscast
Akbar Al Baker and Willie Walsh, chief executive if IAG, at the New York press conference Photo by Anders Krusberg/newscast

Qatar Airways will become a member of oneworld, making it the first Gulf carrier to join an airline alliance.

The Doha-based airline’s election as a oneworld member designate was announced yesterday at a press conference in New York, attended by senior executives of Qatar Airways and the alliance’s existing members. Qatar Airways’ implementation into oneworld is expected to take between 12 and 18 months. 

“Alliances are playing an increasingly important role in the airline industry today, and that will continue long into the future. Qatar Airways has carefully reviewed its strategic options and it is very clear that joining oneworld is by far the best way forward for us as we look to strengthen our competitive offering and give passengers what they fully deserve – more choice. Like Qatar Airways, oneworld is focused on quality and providing the best connections between the places most important to today’s frequent international travellers,” Qatar Airways’ CEO Akbar Al Baker said in New York.

“We look forward to completing all the joining requirements as soon as possible, and to fly alongside some of the best airlines in the world long into the future, bringing heightened benefits offered by oneworld to our customers,” he added.

Qatar Airways currently serves 120 destinations in 70 countries. Fifteen of its destinations and three countries – Iran, Rwanda and the Seychelles – will be new to the oneworld route map. More significantly, Qatar Airways will substantially strengthen oneworld by providing routing alternatives across many hundreds of city pairs, via Doha. For example, passengers flying between Asia and southern Europe or between Asia and Africa will now have one-stop connections not previously available within the alliance’s network.

The carrier is set to move into the New Doha International Airport next year, which will eventually have a capacity for 50 million passengers a year.

Qatar Airways brings one of the world's fastest-growing fleets to oneworld
Qatar Airways brings one of the world's fastest-growing fleets to oneworld

“The big three Gulf carriers have been embraced by millions of consumers the world over – just as consumers have embraced global airline alliances. Our own analysis clearly demonstrated that Qatar Airways is the best fit for oneworld’s network, requirements, philosophy and strategy. oneworld is delighted to be the first of the global alliances to welcome a member airline from this region, enabling us to be the first to offer consumers the services and benefits offered by both a global alliance and a Gulf carrier.  We look forward to welcoming another great airline to oneworld,” said oneworld’s CEO, Bruce Ashby.

“oneworld’s flexible approach to bilateral cooperation with carriers outside our alliance means that links already established between our member airlines with other carriers from this region may continue in tandem with Qatar Airways’ addition to oneworld, further strengthening the choice and convenience we collectively offer our customers,” he added.

Qatar Airways’ entry into oneworld follows the carrier’s denial of such rumours last week, and marks a significant coup for the alliance. oneworld is currently the smallest of the three airline groups in terms of memberships numbers, with only 11 existing carriers compared to SkyTeam’s 18 and Star Alliance’s 27. It does however, include several major national carriers including Qantas, Cathay Pacific, JAL, British Airways and American Airlines, which have the potential to boost Qatar Airways’ reach in Asia Pacific, Europe and the US. The presence of LAN Airlines meanwhile, gives Qatar Airways a foothold in the expanding Latin American market.

For oneworld however, Qatar Airways’ entry gives the alliance access to one of the world’s fastest-growing route networks, a modern and expanding fleet, and a major transit hub in the Gulf – something not offered by either SkyTeam or Star.

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Qatar Airways will commence daily flights to Chicago next year. The direct service from Doha will commence on 10 April 2012, using a 335-seat, three-class Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, with a flying time of approximately 15 hours. Chicago will become Qatar Airways’ fourth US destination, following New York, Washington DC and Houston. “As Qatar Airways continues […]

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Qatar Airways will commence daily flights to Chicago next year.

The direct service from Doha will commence on 10 April 2012, using a 335-seat, three-class Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, with a flying time of approximately 15 hours. Chicago will become Qatar Airways’ fourth US destination, following New York, Washington DC and Houston.

“As Qatar Airways continues its aggressive expansion, we are pleased to finally offer another gateway in the United States, this time to the ‘Windy City’ of Chicago, five years after we began operations to North America,” said the airline’s CEO, Akbar Al Baker. “Chicago is a key route for business and leisure travellers alike, connecting them from destinations across India, Africa, Middle East and Asia Pacific with a one-stop service via Doha to the Midwest.

“For the people of Chicago and the Midwest, we look forward to offering a great travel experience on the world’s best airline to cities across our network with one-stop convenience through our Doha hub,” he added.

Flights will depart Doha at 0915 daily, arriving into Chicago O’Hare airport at 1550. The return service will depart Chicago at 2130, arriving back into Qatar at 1900 the next day.

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Akbar Al Baker introduces the new B787 Dreamliner

Qatar Airways officially unveiled its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the opening day of the Farnborough International Air Show. The airline’s CEO Akbar Al Baker was joined by Boeing’s new commercial President & CEO, Ray Conner, for yesterday’s unveiling. The aircraft later took to the skies for an aerial display, the first of three during […]

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Akbar Al Baker introduces the new B787 Dreamliner
Akbar Al Baker introduces the new B787 Dreamliner
Akbar Al Baker introduces the new B787 Dreamliner

Qatar Airways officially unveiled its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the opening day of the Farnborough International Air Show.

The airline’s CEO Akbar Al Baker was joined by Boeing’s new commercial President & CEO, Ray Conner, for yesterday’s unveiling. The aircraft later took to the skies for an aerial display, the first of three during the week-long event.

This is the first of five Dreamliners to be delivered to Qatar Airways during 2012.

“This is a very proud moment for Qatar Airways and my country, the State of Qatar. As an airline, we have continued to push the boundaries and set new standards in global aviation for more than a decade to create a world class airline,” said Al Baker.

“The 787 will create new benchmarks in comfort and space across both our business and economy cabins and continue to allow us to offer an unrivalled in-flight experience and unparalleled signature ‘Five-Star’ service onboard to existing passengers and new ones,” he added.

Qatar Airways’ B787s will be configured in two classes, with 22 flat bed business class seats a 1-2-1 layout, and 232 economy class seats in a 3–3–3 configuration. The aircraft will include the iTouch touch control in-flight entertainment unit, more than 1,000 movies, TV and audio channels, iPorts, USB ports and remote data outlets.

The aircraft will enter commercial service on the Doha-London Heathrow route later this summer.  

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Kim Hames (left) and Akbar Al Baker To coincide with the launch of its new Doha-Perth route, Qatar Airways has embarked on a AU$ 1.2 million (US$ 1.2 million) joint tourism promotional campaign with the Government of Western Australia. The two-year agreement involves Qatar Airways and Tourism Western Australia undertaking joint marketing activities to promote […]

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To coincide with the launch of its new Doha-Perth route, Qatar Airways has embarked on a AU$ 1.2 million (US$ 1.2 million) joint tourism promotional campaign with the Government of Western Australia.

The two-year agreement involves Qatar Airways and Tourism Western Australia undertaking joint marketing activities to promote attractions of the Australian state. The campaign will focus on advertising, marketing and trips for the travel trade and media from around the world to Western Australia.

The agreement was officially signed at a joint press conference by Qatar Airways’ Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker and the Deputy Premier of Western Australia Kim Hames held at the State Reception Centre in Perth.

“I’m absolutely delighted Qatar Airways has joined forces with the Government of Western Australia to further boost international visitor numbers to this state,” said Al Baker.

“With a large international network that spreads across The Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, Qatar Airways is well positioned to fly passengers from many parts of the world via our Doha hub to Perth and its beautiful surrounding areas.

“I am sure visitors will enjoy the experience of Western Australia and, of course, flying with Qatar Airways and our unrivalled levels of onboard service. Germany, UK and USA are prime examples of key markets for visitors to travel to this part of Australia. 

“After the success of our Melbourne route, we have been eagerly awaiting our arrival into Perth and the route is already showing popularity with very good forward bookings. I would like to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to the Australian authorities that have worked tirelessly to pave the way for Qatar Airways’ expansion in Australia.” added Al Baker.

 

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Qatar Airways recently launched scheduled flights to the Western Australian city of Perth. The new service from Doha will now be served three times a week using the airline’s Boeing 777 aircraft. Qatar Airways’ Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said Qatar Airways’ arrival in Perth marked one of the Gulf carrier’s biggest route launches […]

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Qatar Airways recently launched scheduled flights to the Western Australian city of Perth. The new service from Doha will now be served three times a week using the airline’s Boeing 777 aircraft.

Qatar Airways’ Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said Qatar Airways’ arrival in Perth marked one of the Gulf carrier’s biggest route launches this year.

“Today marks a very special occasion as we celebrate our arrival into a city that shows enormous potential and growth, both as a competitive tourism destination and as the hub of Australia’s mining and exploration industry,” said Al Baker.

“There has never been a better time to expand in Australia – a time when the Australian dollar is strong and business and leisure travellers worldwide search for easier and quicker ways to connect and do business.

“Our flight connections to Africa in particular will greatly please the people of Western Australia, whose strong links with the mining and business communities in East Africa signal enormous growth potential.

“Qatar Airways remains committed to opening up access to destinations that are largely underserved by international airlines and have great market potential. Perth is an example of this and 2012 will continue to be one of our biggest years of expansion addressing the underserved markets that our strategy has focused on.

“We sincerely look forward to growing the Perth route and we are already looking to improve frequency to a daily service by the end of the year,” added Al Baker.

Qatar Airways Country Manager Australasia, Rola Obeid said Qatar Airways was delighted to now be part of the Western Australian economy with the new Perth service.

“Tourism is the major economic driver in Western Australia and Qatar Airways arrives at a time when tourists and business travellers seek easier connections worldwide, as well as superior service that will easily exceed expectations,” revealed Obeid.

Perth becomes Qatar Airways’ second gateway in Australia after Melbourne and the carrier’s 117th destination worldwide.

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Qatar Airways currently flies to four Saudi cities

Qatar Airways has expressed interest in launching a new airline in Saudi Arabia. The Doha-based airline’s CEO, Akbar Al Baker, recently held talks with Saudi’s Prince Fahad bin Abdullah Al Saud to discuss opportunities arising from the country’s new aviation liberalisation policy. With a market that is underserved in terms of domestic air services, Al […]

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Qatar Airways currently flies to four Saudi cities
Qatar Airways currently flies to four Saudi cities

Qatar Airways has expressed interest in launching a new airline in Saudi Arabia.

The Doha-based airline’s CEO, Akbar Al Baker, recently held talks with Saudi’s Prince Fahad bin Abdullah Al Saud to discuss opportunities arising from the country’s new aviation liberalisation policy.

With a market that is underserved in terms of domestic air services, Al Baker said Saudi Arabia represented a key growth area. He also expressed concerns however, over excessive fuel charges and the government’s policy of controlling domestic air fares. 

As a result, Al Baker said that Qatar Airways was keen to invest in the Saudi domestic aviation market, but this was dependent on a “fundamental rethink by the government of certain factors which needed to be tackled”.

Qatar Airways currently operates to four cities in Saudi Arabia; Riyadh, Jeddah, Madinah and Dammam. While Saudi Arabia is the world’s 13th largest country – bigger than South Africa, Thailand and Japan combined – only three airlines offer domestic scheduled flights, with national carrier Saudi Arabian Airlines completing with low-cost carrier Nas Air and premium airline Mid East Jet.

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Qatar Airways' daily Doha-Tokyo flights will take-off on 28 October 2012

Qatar Airways will double the frequency of its flights to Japan later this year, with the launch of a new direct daily service to Tokyo. The Doha-based airline currently offers daily flights to Tokyo’s Narita airport, via Osaka. But from 28 October this year, the carrier will commence a new non-stop Doha-Tokyo service, doubling its […]

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Qatar Airways will double the frequency of its flights to Japan later this year, with the launch of a new direct daily service to Tokyo.

The Doha-based airline currently offers daily flights to Tokyo’s Narita airport, via Osaka. But from 28 October this year, the carrier will commence a new non-stop Doha-Tokyo service, doubling its Japanese flights to 14 per week.

Qatar Airways' daily Doha-Tokyo flights will take-off on 28 October 2012
Qatar Airways' daily Doha-Tokyo flights will take-off on 28 October 2012

Following the launch of the new direct service, Qatar Airways will drop the Tokyo connection from its Osaka service, meaning it will offer dedicated daily direct services to Japan’s two largest cities.

“Today’s announcement is a significant step by Qatar Airways as we show our confidence in the Japanese travel market,” said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways’ CEO.

“Japan has been a key market for us ever since we launched operations to Osaka in 2005. Two years ago, Qatar Airways began daily flights to Tokyo, but we have been working closely with the local authorities to ensure we secure suitable slots at Narita to make Tokyo a non-stop service which now becomes a reality from October 28 at the start of the Northern Winter flying programme.

“A dedicated Tokyo service means a great deal to the travel community in and around Japan’s capital city, as we are now able to offer an enhanced one-stop product taking passengers to an… array of destinations across Europe, Middle East, Africa and The Americas. Similarly, we are now able to offer a one-stop service from our network to Tokyo via Doha,” he added.

The new services will depart Doha daily at 0330, arriving in Tokyo at 1900. The return flights will depart Narita at 2230, landing back in Doha at 0430 the following day. The route will be served using a two-class Boeing 777-200 aircraft featuring 42 seats in business class and 217 in economy.

The new Tokyo route marks the latest stage in a major expansion for Qatar Airways in 2012. Since the beginning of the year, the airline has launched flights to Baku, Tbilisi, Kigali, Zagreb, Erbil and Baghdad, while flights to Yangon are scheduled to commence in October.

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Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker has been voted onto the Board of Governors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Al Baker was selected by fellow airline executives attending IATA’s annual World Air Transport Summit in Beijing this week. His is a newly-created position to increase representation for Middle East carriers on […]

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Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker has been voted onto the Board of Governors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Al Baker was selected by fellow airline executives attending IATA’s annual World Air Transport Summit in Beijing this week. His is a newly-created position to increase representation for Middle East carriers on the revamped 10-member IATA board.

“I have been lobbying IATA to be more transparent and have a structure where it speaks on behalf of all airline members and not just for a few,” said Al Baker.

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Aviation industry leaders will head to Beijing next week for the 68th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit. Opening on Monday 11 June 2012, the event will bring together 650 leaders of the global aviation industry for two days of discussions on key issues affecting the industry. “Oil prices are high, […]

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Aviation industry leaders will head to Beijing next week for the 68th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit.

Opening on Monday 11 June 2012, the event will bring together 650 leaders of the global aviation industry for two days of discussions on key issues affecting the industry.

“Oil prices are high, although moderating somewhat from recent peaks. The European sovereign debt crisis is unresolved and we are seeing signs that it is starting to affect Asia’s export-driven economies. And the largely jobless recovery from the 2008 global financial crisis is proceeding at a glacial pace. Passenger demand is strong, cargo is weak and the industry’s profitability remains razor thin,” said Tony Tyler, IATA’s Director General & CEO.

Monday’s CEO Forum at the conference will feature several industry leaders, including Akbar Al Baker of Qatar Airways, Alan Joyce of Qantas and John Slosar of Cathay Pacific, while a session entitled ‘Doing Business in China’ will feature Liu Shaoyong, Chairman China Eastern Airlines, and Helen Wong, CEO of HSBC China.

Tuesday will see four discussions: Social Media and Air Transport, Value of Aviation, Commercialization of Biofuels and the Future of Airline Distribution.

Akbar Al Baker
Akbar Al Baker

“Beijing is a fitting location for this year’s AGM,” said Tyler. “It is IATA’s home in North Asia — the location of our largest regional office and largest billing and settlement office, with 132 million tickets processed in 2011. But even more importantly, China is a great aviation success story. The government’s strategy of using aviation to drive economic growth has seen China emerge as an aviation powerhouse.”

Half of the industry’s aggregate profits in 2011 were earned by Chinese airlines and the country now stands as the second largest airline market in the world with 300 million travelers and industry revenues of US$57.6 billion last year. It is also in the process of adding 97 airports by 2020.

This year marks the second time that the IATA AGM has been held in China. The first was in 2002 in Shanghai.

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Qatar Airways has sponsored the Melbourne International Jazz Festival, which kicked off in the Australian city on Friday. The airline, which operates daily flights between Melbourne and Doha, has signed a partnership deal for the 10-day event, which takes place in several venues across the city. The free Qatar Airways Opening Celebration Concert took place […]

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Qatar Airways has sponsored the Melbourne International Jazz Festival, which kicked off in the Australian city on Friday.

The airline, which operates daily flights between Melbourne and Doha, has signed a partnership deal for the 10-day event, which takes place in several venues across the city. The free Qatar Airways Opening Celebration Concert took place the city’s at Federation Square on Saturday 2 June.

Qatar Airways is also the title sponsor of the Modern Master Series, one of this year’s major events.

The airline’s CEO, Akbar Al Baker commented; “Melbourne has grown in stature as a leading entertainment centre and at Qatar Airways, we continue our long-established tradition of supporting only the best cultural events around the world – Melbourne International Jazz Festival is no exception.”

Qatar Airways’ Country Manager for Australasia, Rola Obeid added; “Melbourne was Qatar Airways’ first destination in Australia, launched two-and-a-half years ago. The city’s cultural attractions and growing popularity as a leading tourist centre were among the reasons we decided to fly here in Melbourne. We proudly added Melbourne to our global destination network and have never looked back.”

Qatar Airways operates daily scheduled direct flights from Melbourne to Doha using a Boeing 777 aircraft. From 3 July the airline will introduce its second Australian route with three weekly services linking Doha with Perth. The route will operate daily from December.

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Qatar Airways will showcase its new Boeing 787 seats at the at the forthcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM). Following the global unveiling of the airline’s 787 Dreamliner seats in Berlin last month, the airline’s new-look exhibition stand and Business and Economy Class 787 seats would also be showcased. The airline is the Middle East launch […]

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Qatar Airways will showcase its new Boeing 787 seats at the at the forthcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM).

Following the global unveiling of the airline’s 787 Dreamliner seats in Berlin last month, the airline’s new-look exhibition stand and Business and Economy Class 787 seats would also be showcased.

The airline is the Middle East launch customer of the 787 with the first of 60 aircraft on order due for delivery this summer. The seat design is revolutionary and proprietary to Qatar Airways, which worked closely with the manufacturer to have custom-made seats fitted on the aircraft – with space and comfort for both cabins.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Al Baker said “The impending arrival of the Boeing 787 in Qatar Airways’ colours is the highlight of 2012 for us, being the first new aircraft type inducted into the airline’s fleet since our maiden Boeing 777 arrived in Doha in 2007.”

Key features include iTouch touch control unit, over 1,000 movie, programming and audio entertainment options, an iPort, USB port, remote data outlet, a custom designed culinary offering, plenty of storage space for personal items and more – all available in both cabin classes.

As part of its 2012 expansion programme, Qatar Airways launches flights to a further 11 destinations – Zagreb (Croatia) from May 9; Perth (Australia) from July 3 and other cities during the year, including Mombasa (Kenya), Zanzibar (Tanzania), Helsinki (Finland), Gassim (Saudi Arabia), Belgrade (Serbia), Erbil (Iraq), Baghdad (Iraq), Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) and Yangon (Myanmar).

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Qatar Airways has been recently named the official airline for the 13th session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) scheduled to take place in Doha this week. The week-long conference in the Qatari capital is being attended by global leaders, government ministers and high ranking officials. The theme of this year’s […]

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Qatar Airways has been recently named the official airline for the 13th session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) scheduled to take place in Doha this week.

The week-long conference in the Qatari capital is being attended by global leaders, government ministers and high ranking officials. The theme of this year’s conference is Development-Centred Globalisation: Towards Inclusive and Sustainable Growth and Development. The focus of discussion is job creation and raising living standards for underprivileged people and nations.

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said: “This is the first time a country from the Arab world has ever hosted the UNCTAD conference. The State of Qatar has been playing a significant role in world issues.”

The gathering is amid the major transformations under way in the region. Qatar’s partnership with UNCTAD is an opportunity for the state to demonstrate its ability to contribute more effectively to setting the economic and political agendas on regional and global levels.

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