Emirates
Emirates Group posts new record profits
The Emirates Group has reported its 20th consecutive year of net profit, notching a new profit record despite soaring oil prices and challenging business conditions in the second half of its 2007-08 fiscal year.
Zulu Kingdom to welcome Emirates
Following the successful start of operations in Cape Town, Emirates Airline will advance its presence in South Africa with the introduction of daily flights to Durban, effective 1st December 2008.
Travel assured with Emirates and Bupa
Emirates Airline has signed an agreement with leading UK-based insurer Bupa Travel Services to offer customers extra peace of mind when they travel. As of now, travellers managing their Emirates flight bookings online via emirates.com, would be able to opt for travel insurance protection which has been specially tailored for Emirates customers.
Kozhikode prepares for Emirates
Age-old trade ties between Dubai and Kozhikode – a port city in the Southern Indian state of Kerala that welcomed its first Middle Eastern traders as early as the seventh century – are set to accelerate with the launch of Emirates Airline’s six-flights-a-week service, effective 1st July.
Emirates strengthens business connection with Houston
Houston Mayor Bill White made a stop to Dubai on Sunday to meet with HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group. The meeting was attended by key representatives from industry and government. The meetings focussed on economic development opportunities for both the city and the airline.
Emirates offers luxury on wheels
Extending its award-winning, luxurious onboard service to passengers on ground, Emirates, one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines will introduce a complimentary Chauffeur-drive service in Mumbai.
Sao Paulo chatterbox lands Emirates with prestigious award
Normally, people who talk non-stop become unpopular or get themselves into trouble. But a Brazilian man who did just that has landed Emirates Airline with a sought after advertising award.
San Francisco marks second West-coast gateway for Emirates
Following news of only four weeks ago that it would start services to Los Angeles, Emirates, one of the world's fastest growing, international airlines today announced plans to launch an additional service to the U.S. West Coast. The award-winning airline will fly non-stop from Dubai to San Francisco starting 26th October 2008, taking its total number of U.S. destinations to four.
Piper’s welcome for globetrotting rugby players
The skirl of the bagpipes greeted rugby players at Newcastle Airport on Tuesday, as Scottish pipers were on hand to welcome three teams flown in by Emirates Airline to compete in the 125th Melrose Sevens, which takes place in Melrose, Scotland on 12th April 2008.
Emirates struts into Milan and Rome
Trend-setting Emirates Airline will soon offer non-stop daily flights to Italy's fashion hub of Milan, as well as the nation's capital Rome, bringing a new tailored approach to its Italian services.
Emirates touches down to the beat of African Drums
Emirates, one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, achieved a new milestone last evening as it touched down to the vibrant beats of the African drums at Cape Town – its 100th global destination, and second gateway in South Africa.
Emirates unveils futuristic lounge in Australia
Emirates Airline has officially opened its new lounge at Brisbane International Airport , unveiling the facility that offers a stunning 360 degree view and is the first airline lounge in Australia capable of boarding passengers directly to the aircraft, including the upper deck of the Airbus A380.
Emirates calls a world first
Emirates is the first airline in the world to commercially launch an inflight mobile telephone service, affording even greater convenience to passengers wishing to stay connected while travelling.
Emirates announces flights to Los Angeles
Emirates, one of the world’s most successful and fastest-growing international airlines, is set to expand its network even further this year with the start of services to the West Coast of the U.S. On 1st September 2008 Emirates will open its third U.S. gateway with non-stop flights between the Californian city of Los Angeles and Dubai.
Emirates A380s to wing their ways east and west
Emirates’ giant Airbus A380s will spread their wings to some of the furthest points on the airline’s network – New York, London Heathrow, Sydney and Auckland – reinforcing the airline’s extensive reach and span.