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Etihad Airways inks deal with South African Airways
Etihad Airways and South African Airways have signed a memorandum of understanding allowing the two airlines to introduce a comprehensive range of codeshare and interline air services as well as explore synergy and efficiency opportunities. Initially Etihad Airways will place its ‘EY’ code on flights from Johannesburg to ten South African Airways destinations across South Africa and the African continent as well as South America.
Etihad encourages Brits to journey down under
For the first time, Tourism Australia, Virgin Australia and Etihad Airways have partnered on a national advertising campaign inviting British holidaymakers to travel on the Etihad Skypass. The £870,000 campaign, which runs UK-wide throughout May, uses Tourism Australia’s ‘There’s nothing like Australia’ global creative and includes multi-channel TV and online advertising, directing consumers to find out more on the official website.
Etihad, Air France sign codeshare deal
Strategic partners Etihad Airways and Air France have announced a number of new codeshare destinations in Africa, Asia, Australia and Europe for summer 2013. The expansion of codeshare services follows last October’s strategic agreement between the respective national carriers to foster closer commercial ties and build an expanded global network.
Etihad Airways launches Mapped-Out tool with LinkedIn
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched an innovative online mapping tool developed in cooperation with LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network, to make it easier to message new contacts, arrange meetings and be more productive while travelling. The “Etihad Mapped-Out” tool is available at etihadmappedout.com and offers professionals on LinkedIn the ability to search their connections by geographical location and see them displayed on a map making it easier for business travellers to connect with their global network of contacts as they travel.
Etihad, Air Canada in codeshare deal
Etihad Airways and Air Canada have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a commercial cooperation agreement that will enhance travel services between the United Arab Emirates and Canada. While the two carriers currently have interline agreements in place for passenger and cargo services, Etihad Airways and Air Canada intend to offer customers through-checked bags, reciprocal codeshare services and frequent flyer benefits.
Etihad takes stake in Jet Airways
Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has confirmed it will take a stake in Jet Airways of India, ending weeks of speculation about a possible deal. Etihad said the move would allow it to take a bigger foothold in the growing Indian market.
Etihad Guest expands customer offering
Etihad Guest, Etihad Airways’ award-winning loyalty program, has unveiled a range of impressive new benefits for holders of its prestigious Gold Elite membership status. The new benefits include an increase in tier bonus miles from 50 per cent to 75 per cent as well as a complimentary nomination to Etihad Guest Gold for any other member of their choosing.
Etihad Travel Mall unveiled in Dubai
Etihad Airways has unveiled the new Etihad Travel Mall, its flagship one-stop travel retail and check-in facility, in Dubai. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Aviation Authority and Emirates Group, officially opened the Etihad Travel Mall during a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by James Hogan, Etihad Airways President and Chief Executive Officer.
WTTC 2013: Etihad at vanguard of changing world
The global air travel map is being redrawn as new markets evolve, traditional markets decline and the airline industry reshapes itself to accommodate changing conditions, according to Etihad Airways’ president James Hogan. Speaking in Abu Dhabi today at the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit, Hogan told more than 800 senior travel executives that legacy airlines were unlikely to progress unless they radically changed the way in which they did business.
Etihad announces strongest ever first quarter results
Etihad Airways, which this year celebrates its tenth anniversary of operations, has recorded its strongest ever passenger for a first quarter. The Abu Dhabi-based airline posted quarter one passenger revenues of US$900 million, an increase of 19 per cent on the previous year.
Hogan calls time on traditional airline alliances
Legacy airline alliances have outlived their usefulness, according to Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways’ president James Hogan. Hogan yesterday delivered a keynote speech at the International Aviation Club in Washington, DC.
Etihad Airways launches flights to Washington, DC
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has commenced non-stop daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Washington, DC, creating the first direct air link between the two capitals. The new service to Washington Dulles International Airport has been introduced to meet strong demand for government and business travel, as well as growing demand for leisure trips between and beyond the cities.