Etihad Airways News
Etihad Airways launches new travel trade website
Etihad Airways has announced the launch of a trade website giving agents a bespoke service which keeps them up to date with the latest news, special offers and promotions. Etihad Airways is considered the World’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards.
Etihad CEO addresses Australia’s Lowy Institute
Etihad Airways Chief Executive Officer, James Hogan, today delivered the inaugural Australia-Gulf Lecture at the Lowy Institute for International Policy in Sydney.
Etihad appoints Pawana Shrestha as new country manager in Nepal
Etihad Airways – recognised as the World’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards - has announced the appointment of Pawana Shrestha as its country manager in Nepal. Based in Kathmandu, Shrestha will take over from outgoing acting country manager, John Rees Evans, to oversee the airline’s operations in the country.
Etihad Airways launches flights to Nairobi, East Africa
Etihad Airways – recognised as the World’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards - has announced the start of flights to Nairobi, its first destination in East Africa. A daily service from Abu Dhabi to Nairobi will begin on April 1st next year, operated by a two class A320 aircraft with 16 Pearl Business class and 120 Coral Economy seats.
Mehoke steps into role with Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways – considered the World’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards - has appointed Robbie Mehoke as vice president Eastern USA. Ms Mehoke will be based in the airline’s New York office.
Abu Dhabi gears up for Formula One Grand Prix
Luxury packages for the Formula One Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi – scheduled for November 13th – are attracting prices of up to $12,000 per person as expectation mounts. According to the latest information from Etihad-owned tour operator Hala Abu Dhabi, packages including stays as the YAS Hotel, which bridges the track, are selling fast.
Etihad marks two more Manchester milestones
Etihad Airways – recognised as the World’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards - has marked two significant milestones in Manchester, officially launching a new line maintenance facility and double-daily services to the city. To find out all the latest news and information while in Manchester, City.Mobi has launched its new guide to the city.
Flying or Falling? The Future of the Global Aviation Industry
While perhaps the most global of industries, aviation has failed to create a truly global airline. But with rising fuel costs, falling prices and natural disasters all taking a toll, the crunch for legacy carriers across the globe is fast approaching. Here Breaking Travel News looks at the various strategies open to airlines as they seek to survive.
Etihad celebrates 5 years of service to Sudan with 5th weekly flight
Etihad Airways, World’s Leading Airline, recognised last year by World Travel Awards, has celebrated both its fifth anniversary of non-stop services between Abu Dhabi and Khartoum and the introduction of its fifth weekly flight on the route.
Etihad quashes rumours as it bids for Australasian dominance
Etihad Airway’s Peter Baumgartner has sought to dispel a number of lingering rumours around the carrier at the Australia Pacific Aviation Outlook Summit in Sydney. Dismissing claims of government subsidy and even slave labour, the airline’s chief commercial officer went on to outlined a clear agenda for dominance in the region.
Etihad eyes $12bn Australian aviation market
Peter Baumgartner, Chief Commercial Officer, Etihad Airways, will reveal Etihad’s plans to gain a greater share of Australia’s $12 billion aviation market during a keynote address at the Aviation Outlook Australia Pacific 2011.
Etihad Airways to increase flights to Erbil, Iraq
Etihad Airways, World’s Leading Airline, recognised last year by World Travel Awards, will double its flights from Abu Dhabi to Erbil at the beginning of September.