Qatar Airways News
Qatar Airways launches American Airlines codeshare flights
Qatar Airways has launched the first stage of a strategic partnership with American Airlines, with the Middle Eastern carrier placing its code on domestic flights in the United States.
Qatar Airways takes new steps in Covid-19 battle
The airline is implementing several changes, including the introduction of personal protective equipment suits for cabin crew while onboard, as well as a modified service that reduces interactions between the passengers and the crew inflight.
Qatar Airways hopes to fly to 80 destinations by June
Qatar Airways will begin a phased approach to expanding its network this month. The Middle Eastern carrier said growth would be in line with passenger demand and the expected relaxation of entry restrictions around the world.
Qatar Airways raises US$850m to boost liquidity position
Qatar Airways has secured US$850 million in financing from Standard Chartered. The Middle Eastern carrier has used seven Boeing 787-9 aircraft as collateral on the deal.
Qatar Airways signs Air Malta codeshare deal
Qatar Airways has signed a codeshare agreement with Air Malta. The partnership reinforces Qatar Airways’ long-term commitment to Maltese passengers and to boosting tourism to the Mediterranean country.
Qatar Airways cuts capacity to South Korea and Iran
Qatar Airways has cut capacity to Iran and South Korea as both countries battle the coronavirus outbreak. Flights to and from Seoul will temporarily operate with a smaller aircraft, while some services to Iran will be halted.
American Airlines reconciles with Qatar Airways
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.
Qatar Airways boosts IAG stake to 25 per cent
Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, stated: “Our investment to date has been highly successful and the announced increase in our shareholding is evidence of our continued support of IAG and its strategy.”
Qatar Airways signs codeshare with Bulgarian Air
Bulgaria Air is the largest Bulgarian airline and national carrier of the Republic of Bulgaria. It performs direct flights to 25 cities in Europe, including domestic flights to Varna and Bourgas.
Air Italy enters liquidation in tough trading conditions
Air Italy has entered liquidation after shareholders Alisarda and Qatar Airways refused to invest further resources in the company. The airline lost €164 million in 2018, based on revenue of €283 million.
Qatar Airways expands Malaysia Airlines codeshare deal
Starting from January 27th, and subject to regulatory approval, the new agreement will strengthen the two airlines’ strategic partnership, first initiated in 2001.
Qatar Airways unveils eight new routes for 2020
Eight new destinations will be joining the network this year, in addition to the recently announced gateways of Santorini, Greece; Dubrovnik, Croatia; and Osaka, Japan.