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Qatar Airways brings A380 to Melbourne, Australia, route
Qatar Airways has introduced its flagship Airbus A380 on the Melbourne route as the airline continues its growth story in Australia. Melbourne is the original home for Qatar Airways in Australia, with the airline adding services to Perth, Sydney and Adelaide in recent years.
British Airways to utilise Qatar Airways planes to overcome strike
British Airways has been granted permission to lease aircraft from Qatar Airways in order to cover gaps in services caused by a 16-day strike by cabin crew. Transport secretary Chris Grayling said British Airways would be allowed to lease nine Qatar A320 and 321 planes.
Qatar Airways eyes stake in American Airlines
Qatar Airways has revealed it plans to take a 4.75 per cent stake in fellow oneworld carrier American Airlines. The Doha-based airline said in a statement that it saw a “strong investment opportunity” in the American carrier.
Qatar Airways moves to reassure customers as blockade continues
Qatar Airways’ operations to and from its Doha hub are “running smoothly,” according to the carrier, with the vast majority of flights operating as scheduled.
Qatar Airways touches down in Dublin, Ireland
Dublin welcomed the first Qatar Airways flight from Doha earlier, inaugurating a new daily service designed to connect the city to the world.
Qatar Airways overcomes turbulence to report strong profits
Qatar Airways has released its annual report for the fiscal year 2017, revealing a 21.7 per cent year-on-year net profit increase. Net profits rose to 1.97 billion Qatari riyals ($541 million) from 1.62 billion riyals in the previous year.
Qatar Airways plays down impact of deteriorating political situation
Qatar Airways has sought to play down the impact of the deteriorating political situation in the Middle East on its operations.
Qatar political row jeopardises Middle East aviation
Five Middle Eastern countries have cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, accusing it of destabilising the region. The move has thrown regional aviation into chaos, with a number of routes suspended.
Qatar Airways signs Monacair helicopter transfer partnership in French Riviera
Qatar Airways and Monacair have announced a new partnership between one of the world’s leading airlines and the French Riviera’s premium helicopter operator, commencing July 4th.
Qatar Airways passengers offered Iftar boxes to break Ramadan fast
Passengers flying on board Qatar Airways who are fasting during Ramadan will be offered a delicious Iftar meal box infused with a traditional Middle Eastern twist to break their fast.
Qatar Airways signs World Cup sponsorship deal with FIFA
Qatar Airways has been named Official Partner and Official Airline of Fifa as part of a sponsorship package lasting until 2022. Upcoming events sponsored by Qatar Airways will include the Fifa Confederations Cup 2017, the 2018 Fifa World Cup in Russia, the Fifa Club World Cup, the Fifa Women’s World Cup and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Qatar Airways offers free accommodation for Doha stopover
Qatar Airways has launched a stopover package in partnership with Qatar Tourism Authority to promote and market Qatar as a destination of choice for international travellers. The new arrangement will offer transit passengers the opportunity to discover Doha with free luxury hotel stays and complimentary transit visas.