Arab Times News’ Post

Riyadh Air | طيران الرياض Partners with Saudia Academy to Enhance Aviation Training in Saudi Arabia. At the #FutureAviationForum, Riyadh Air | طيران الرياض announced a partnership with Saudia Academy to deliver specialized training programs, emphasizing their commitment to #nurturing future leaders in the Saudi aviation industry. #SaudiArabia #Riyadh #RiyadhAir #SaudiAcademy #Partnership #SaudiAviation #ArabTimes #ArabNews #ArabTimesNews

Gulf Carriers soar in On-Time Performance rankings with Oman Air taking World’s Best at 92.3%. Gulf carriers featured high in the rankings for top on-time performers among the world’s airlines in tables published by Cirium recently. In the top 10 listing for ‘Global Airlines’ Qatar Airways finished third with 85.11%. Saudia was 9th with 81.29% of on-time arrivals. Colombia’s avianca was top with 86.73%. But Oman Air appeared to be the World’s best-performing airline with a 92.3% on-time performance. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dztGyZFs Hamad International Airport Qatar Airways Oman Air SAUDI AIRLINES avianca (Colombia) Emirates Safair (Pty) Ltd Royal Jordanian Etihad Kuwait Airways Kenya Airways #airport #careers #airlines #cargo #performance #global #globalbusiness #worldwide #performance #arrival #omanair #news #gulfnews #middleeast #middleeastjobs #emirates

What a great leader with a good vision and strength.

From Humble Beginnings to Global Leadership: The Vision and Courage of Qatar Airways The journey of Qatar Airways is a powerful testament to visionary leadership, unwavering courage, and relentless pursuit of excellence. From its modest beginnings in 1993 with a fleet of just 5 aircraft, Qatar Airways has soared to new heights, now boasting an impressive 254 aircraft in 2024. This remarkable transformation is not just a story of numerical growth but a profound reflection of our vision, resilience, and commitment to being a global aviation leader. #The Visionary Foundation The inception of Qatar Airways was marked by a bold vision—to connect the world through superior service and unparalleled connectivity. In 1993, the foundation was laid with a clear mission: to redefine the standards of aviation. This vision was driven by an understanding that the airline industry was not just about transportation but about creating experiences that resonate with passengers. #Courage in Adversity The path to success was never easy. The airline industry is fraught with challenges, from economic downturns to geopolitical tensions. Yet, Qatar Airways faced these adversities with courage and a proactive approach. By investing in cutting-edge technology, expanding our fleet with the latest aircraft, and continuously enhancing our service quality, we turned challenges into opportunities. This courage to innovate and adapt has been pivotal in our journey from a small regional airline to a global powerhouse. #Commitment to Excellence Central to our growth has been an unwavering commitment to excellence. Every aspect of Qatar Airways' operations reflects this commitment—be it our world-class in-flight services, state-of-the-art facilities, or the meticulous care we take in maintaining our fleet. Our dedication to exceeding passenger expectations has earned us numerous accolades and a loyal customer base worldwide. #Inspiring the Future The transformation of Qatar Airways is a source of inspiration for all who believe in the power of vision and perseverance. It demonstrates that with clear goals, strategic planning, and the courage to face challenges head-on, extraordinary achievements are possible. The journey of Qatar Airways from 5 to 254 aircraft is more than just a numerical growth; it is a reflection of our core values—vision, courage, and excellence. It is a story that inspires and motivates us to continue striving for greatness, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the global aviation industry. **#VisionaryLeadership #AviationExcellence #QatarAirwaysJourney #Inspiration #GlobalAviation #ExcellenceInFlight #LeadershipInAviation #AviationSuccess #FutureOfAviation #InnovationInFlight #AviationPioneers**#qatarjobs #qatarvist #qatarrealestate #businessconsulting #qatarairways

Qatar has a dedicated First lounge in Doha and a few aircraft with a First cabin, so it makes sense that they will address the issue sooner rather than later. The measure of international First has been a private flat bed "suite," with some sort of concierge and extensive catering, but the suite is now firmly in Business territory. I'd love to see the customer data and be a fly on the wall during discussions around this product and how they decide to differentiate it from their Q Suite business class - is it about radically more space? More personalization? Even more privacy, or something more social? Augmented services on the ground? Or something else? Will be interesting to see what they come up with and whether others follow. #productinnovation #travel #airlines #research #customerexperience #customerinsights #humancentereddesign

Interesting to see such big changes happening in the African aviation sector. Enhancing their code-sharing agreement, and even aligning their loyalty programs (Qatar Airways Privilege Club and Airlink Skybucks). But here’s the real question: What does this mean for Africa’s aviation scene? 🤔 1. How will this partnership impact air travel, could we see more direct flights and improved travel options? 2. What does this mean for consumers, will this lead to more competitive pricing or better service? 3. How might this investment influence the development of new routes and destinations within Africa? Exciting times ahead. Let’s see where this takes us! #Airlink #QatarAirways

Which country is Gulf dad? I asked my dad during our first trip to Muscat when I was in the 9th grade. My naive curiosity piqued when I saw the striking livery on the tarmac. With the MRO middle east conference in full swing, it's a good time to think back on the journey of middle east aviation. And it all starts with Gulf Air . The seed that has led to the growth of world renowned airlines and an eco system that is the envy of the world. This picture turns back the pages of history. The formation of Gulf Air in 1974 is a wonderful story of partnership between countries and then how it eventually branched out to the very famous airlines we know today. (Check out the article in comments) Another lesser known fact, this was also the genesis of the entire MRO industry with the formation of Gulf Aircraft Maintenance Company (GAMCO) unit in Abu Dhabi in 1987 This later on went on to become ADAT and now Etihad Engineering. A leading player in this space for many years now. While Gulf Air today is based out of Bahrain, it's DNA and lineage will always be part of many leading airlines in the region today. The legacy continues amongst people too. I have heard several collagues talk very fondly of their early days in Gulf Air and GAMCO, almost like folklore. It also serves as a great reminder to us. That small beginnings can lead to big outcomes. But along the way risks have to be taken coupled with a bold vision, else younger and faster competitors will outgrow you. #aviation #history #gulfair #mromiddleeast Pic credit : Unknown.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive officer, Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, has revealed several major new developments in line with his vision for the airline. In an exclusive interview with CNBC – his first since being appointed Qatar Airways’ Group chief executive officer in November 2023, Al-Meer stated: “This is a new era.” He said: “Based on the demand from certain sectors, we see a high demand for First Class, and as such, have decided to introduce a newly-designed First Class cabin unique to Qatar Airways. No one can develop a First Class cabin better than us – we are combining the experience of flying commercial and executive jets to develop something new. We are 70 to 80 per cent ready and are only finalising colours. We are hoping to announce it soon.” Badr Al-Meer further revealed Qatar Airways’ redesign of its premium Qsuite set to debut at the Farnborough International Airshow in July 2024. Qatar Airways' award-winning Qsuite Business Class challenged industry norms when it was launched in 2017, and continues to be a benchmark for the aviation industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d_TVveas #ceo #airlinesandairplanes #people #newdevelopments #aviationindustry

‏أفضل 20 شركة طيران في العالم في الأداء التشغيلي لعام 2023 ‏(الخطوط السعودية حصلت على المرتبة 20 بمعدل تشغيلي 81% ) ‏TOP 20 GLOBAL AIRLINES ‏RANKED BY ON-TIME PERFORMANCE ‏1. Garuda Indonesia 95.28% ‏2. Oman Air 93.56% ‏3. Safair 92.07% ‏4. Eurowings 92.07% ‏5. Copa Airlines 89.38% ‏6. Royal Jordanian 86.38% ‏7. Iberia 84.86% ‏8. Qatar Airways 84.63% ‏9. Delta Air Lines 83.21% ‏10. LOT - Polish Airlines 83.08% ‏11. Jetstar Japan 83.03% ‏12. LATAM Airlines Group 82.74% ‏13. Etihad Airways 82.68% ‏14. Azul Airlines 82.39% ‏15. IndiGo 82.17% ‏16. All Nippon Airways 81.63% ‏17. Sky Airline 81.48% ‏18. Gulf Air 81.47% ‏19. Japan Airlines 81.38% ‏20. Saudi Arabian Airlines 81.08% ‏Source , OAG

What's happening with airlines in the Middle East region this month? - Emirates has the most seats in August: 3.3M - Etihad remains the fastest growing airline in the region this month, with capacity up 30% year on year.  This equates to an increase of 254,000 seats. - In terms of volume increases, SAUDI AIRLINES leads with 291,000 additional seats, equivalent to an increase of 11% on last August. - Two other Saudi carriers - flynas and flyadeal are also recording strong growth, up 17% and 12% respectively. #Infomartive #Aviationdaily #Marketgrowth #Middleeast