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Qantas and Emirates partnership earns reauthorisation from Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

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Dubai, UAE, 2018-Mar-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas and Emirates welcome the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) reauthorisation of their partnership until 2023. For customers, the continuation of the joint business, announced in August 2017, will deliver expanded services, greater schedule choice, increased frequent flyer benefits and an ongoing commitment to the development of… Read the full press release

Arsenal players set the stage for an exciting third term of the Arsenal Soccer School Dubai training programme

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Dubai, UAE, 2018-Mar-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Kids at the Arsenal Soccer School Dubai (ASSD) this morning learned new skills and tricks when Arsenal players Héctor Bellerín, Calum Chambers and Rob Holding stopped by for a special visit. The players used Friday’s practice to train students how to ‘play the Arsenal way,’ then taking to the… Read the full press release

Emirates gears up for a busy spring break holiday season

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Dubai, UAE, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Travel is expected to peak this weekend for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period with visitors passing through Terminal 3 ahead of the spring break holiday. The busiest time for departures will be on Friday 23rd March in the morning and continuing all day on… Read the full press release

Emirates highlights the integral role played by its female employees through a special video

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Dubai, UAE, 2018-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Emirates is highlighting the integral role played by its female employees through a special video which documents the breadth and diversity of the operational and technical roles performed by women in the Group. The video gives the audience a behind the… Read the full press release

Emirates mandates Citi and Standard Chartered Bank as Global Coordinators and Joint Lead Managers

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2018-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has mandated Citi and Standard Chartered Bank as Global Coordinators and Joint Lead Managers, along with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, BNP Paribas, Dubai Islamic Bank, Emirates NBD Capital, First Abu Dhabi Bank, HSBC, J.P. Morgan and Noor Bank as Joint Lead… Read the full press release

Emirates unveils new video featuring Real Madrid players on board the iconic Emirates A380

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DUBAI, UAE, 2018-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates unveiled a video today (5th March 2018) featuring popular players from Real Madrid on board the iconic Emirates A380. The video includes Sergio Ramos, Gareth Bale, Marcelo, Karim Benzema, Toni Kroos, and Casemiro and shows the players discovering unlikely talent at 40,000ft. The video begins with the players… Read the full press release

Emirates introduces brand new Business Class cabin and configuration on its Boeing 777-200LR aircraft

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The airline’s two-class Boeing 777-200LR features a 2-2-2 Business Class seat configuration First of these newly refurbished aircraft will operate to Fort Lauderdale from 6 March Dubai, UAE, 2018-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has unveiled a brand new Business Class cabin and configuration on its Boeing 777-200LR aircraft, with new wider seats laid… Read the full press release

Emirates’ senior management visit newly refurbished Boeing 777-200LR ahead of its deployment to Fort Lauderdale

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Dubai, UAE, 2018-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Just ahead of its deployment to Fort Lauderdale, the newly refurbished Boeing 777-200LR was visited by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group; Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline; Adel Al Redha, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations… Read the full press release

Emirates announces its sponsorship of the UAE U17 and Open National Netball Teams

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Airline strengthens commitment to development of game at grassroots level in UAE DUBAI, UAE, 2018-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates today announced its sponsorship of the newly developed UAE U17 and Open National Netball Teams. The sponsorship will see the ‘Emirates’ logo appear on the front of the UAE U17 and Open National Netball teams’… Read the full press release

Boeing welcomes Emirates’ commitment to purchase 40 787-10 Dreamliners to power its fleet expansion and future growth

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, 2017-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — One of the world’s largest airlines picks the ultra-efficient 787 to optimize its future fleet Airplane deal to sustain tens of thousands U.S. jobs Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Emirates, one of the world’s largest airlines, announced a commitment to purchase 40 787-10 Dreamliners at the 2017… Read the full press release

Emirates and flydubai announce new, expanded partnership

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Nearly 14,000 sectors ticketed during the first week of operation New exotic destinations included such as: Zanzibar, Kathmandu and Kilimanjaro Combined network expected to reach 240 destinations by 2022 DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Nov-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Building on the success of the initial phase of their partnership, Emirates and flydubai today announced 16 additional… Read the full press release

Qantas and Emirates announce additional network changes under their joint partnership

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Airlines apply to regulators to extend partnership until 2023 Submission includes adjustments to trans-Tasman services Co-ordinated route changes improve connectivity and schedule choice across combined network SYDNEY, 2017-Oct-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas and Emirates today (11TH OCTOBER 2017 ) announce additional network changes under the joint partnership which provide customers with greater year… Read the full press release

Emirates and flydubai partnership announces first codeshare routes

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With the start of the partnership, Emirates will codeshare on 29 routes operated by flydubai Passengers can book from 03 October with travel commencing on 29 October Reach more destinations easily, frequently and quickly DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the commencement of their partnership, Emirates and flydubai today announced that Emirates will… Read the full press release

Qantas and Emirates to extend partnership for another five years

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Five year extension to landmark alliance deal Evolution of joint network to offer customers more choice Three options to get to UK/Europe – via Dubai, Perth and Singapore Capacity shifted to fast-growing Asia market Changes to deliver upside to both airlines; Qantas annualised net benefit estimated at more than $80 million from FY19 Sydney, Australia,… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo Transports Emirates Team New Zealand’s Boat from Auckland to Bermuda

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2017-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has transported ‘New Zealand Aotearoa’ – Emirates Team New Zealand’s race boat – from Auckland to Bermuda in advance of the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup sailing competition which will begin in late May 2017. Through this transport Emirates SkyCargo has once… Read the full press release

Travelport supports Emirates’ ongoing customer experience enhancements

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Roll out uses Travelport’s merchandising technology to support Emirates’ ongoing customer experience enhancements to connect travelers to a world of travel choice Langley, U.K., 2017-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform and Emirates have today announced the ability to select and pay for seats in advance according to the… Read the full press release

IATA: 2016 World Passenger Symposium, Dubai, 18-20 October

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Distribution, Airport Processes, Onboard Connectivity Top Agenda at WPS GENEVA, 2016-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2016 World Passenger Symposium (WPS) will focus on key initiatives that are transforming the passenger experience. These include distribution and payments, airport processes, onboard connectivity, and baggage handling. The conference will… Read the full press release

Christchurch Airport: Emirates to fly its A380 aircraft into Christchurch every day from October 30

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Christchurch, New Zealand, 2016-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport is welcoming today’s announcement Emirates will soon fly the world’s largest passenger aircraft into Christchurch every day from October 30. Chief Aeronautical and Commercial Officer Justin Watson says the addition of the A380 will offer those travelling in and out of the South Island a… Read the full press release

Travelport announces renewal of both its global full content and IT agreements with Emirates

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New multi-year agreements for both IT solutions and enhanced distribution announced today Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ —Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform, has today announced the renewal of both its global full content and IT agreements with Emirates. The strengthened partnership will see Emirates offer Travelport connected agencies in 180… Read the full press release

Emirates wins its fourth World’s Best Airline award from Skytrax World Airline Awards

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Scores a hat trick with World’s Best Inflight Entertainment and Best Airline in the Middle East awards DUBAI, U.A.E., 2016-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates was today named the World’s Best Airline 2016 at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2016, in addition to scooping up the awards for World’s Best Inflight Entertainment for a record 12th consecutive year,… Read the full press release

Emirates and Amadeus announce the renewal of their distribution agreement

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Emirates continues to offer travellers choice, transparency and convenience by providing full content via all Amadeus channels MADRID, SPAIN, 2016-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Amadeus today announce the renewal of their distribution agreement to ensure that the airline’s full inventory of fares and flights is made available to Amadeus-connected travel agencies and… Read the full press release

Emirates’ ice entertainment system awarded the ‘World’s Best Airline Inflight Entertainment’ at the 2015 SKYTRAX World Airline Awards for the 11th consecutive year

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Additional award for Best First Class Comfort Amenities DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates continues its record-breaking streak for its ice entertainment system which has been awarded the ‘World’s Best Airline Inflight Entertainment’ at the 2015 SKYTRAX World Airline Awards for the 11th consecutive year.  The Skytrax World Airline Awards polled over… Read the full press release

Emirates launches its sixth destination in Pakistan and adds five additional weekly flights to Karachi

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Airline to launch its sixth destination in Pakistan on 1 August; and five additional weekly flights to Karachi from 1 July New services to make Pakistan the fourth most highly served country in the Emirates network, as the airline marks 30 years of service to Pakistan DUBAI, UA.E. 2015-6-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates,… Read the full press release

Emirates to start daily service to Bologna, Italy from 3rd November 2015

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Daily flights to Bologna from 3rd November 2015 DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-5-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has today announced plans to start a daily service to Bologna, Italy, from 3rd November 2015. The capital of the Emilia-Romagna region, Bologna will be Emirates’ fourth Italian destination bringing Emirates’ weekly flights to Italy to 56. Set to… Read the full press release

Emirates recognised with array of accolades at the Business Traveller Middle East 2015 Awards

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Best Airline Worldwide, Best First Class, Best Economy Class, and Airline with the Best Cabin ‎Staff DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates’ innovation, investments in product, and customer service were recognised last night with an array of accolades at the ‎Business Traveller Middle East 2015 Awards. At the ceremony attended by over 350 industry executives,… Read the full press release

Emirates cabin crew team now crossing 20,000 staff

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-4-24 — /Travel PR News/ — This month, Emirates celebrates a milestone in its employee history, with its cabin crew team now crossing 20,000 staff. Instantly recognizable all around the world, Emirates cabin crew is a vibrant group that comprises over 135 nationalities and speak over 55 languages. Reflective of the cosmopolitan DNA of… Read the full press release

Emirates announces historic $9.2 billion deal with Rolls-Royce for Trent 900 engines and a long-term TotalCare package

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Largest ever deal for Rolls-Royce – Trent 900 Engines and TotalCare package One of the largest ever export orders for a UK based company Deal marks Emirates’ ongoing investment in UK and Europe Significant investment in high value manufacturing and supply chain jobs throughout the UK and Europe London, UK, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates,… Read the full press release

Emirates increases its capacity to London Gatwick Airport with the introduction of second daily A380 service

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, has launched a second daily A380 service to London Gatwick Airport. Due to passenger demand, Emirates has taken the decision to immediately upgrade its EK15/16 route that was previously operated by a Boeing 777. The A380 will add a… Read the full press release

Emirates adds 945 seats a week to Zurich with a second daily A380 service

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-4-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, has announced a second daily A380 service to Zurich, adding 945 seats a week on the route, with 280 in First Class and Business Class. Commencing Thursday 1st October 2015, Emirates flights EK85/86, currently operated by a Boeing 777-300ER,… Read the full press release

Emirates to increase its capacity to Seychelles with larger Boeing 777-300ER from 1 June 2015

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DUBAI, U.A.E.,2015-4-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and places, is set to increase its capacity to the popular Indian Ocean Island of Seychelles, when it switches from the current Airbus 330-200 used on one of the two daily services to a larger Boeing 777-300ER from 1 June 2015. The introduction… Read the full press release