Emirates

Emirates gears up to test A380 in Dubai
Marking its first step in the gradual build-up towards becoming the world’s largest operator of the A380 super-jumbo, Emirates Airline, customer of 55 of the 173 aircraft ordered and committed thus far, is gearing up to jointly conduct hot weather operability tests with Airbus on the aircraft in Dubai, starting 15th August.

Arsenal lifts Emirates Cup trophy
The Emirates Stadium came alive this weekend as it played host to the inaugural Emirates Cup, the ultimate pre-season competition for four of Europe’s top teams, broadcast to 200 countries. Arsenal, Paris St-Germain, Inter Milan and Valencia battled it out to become the first team to lift the Emirates Cup Trophy.
Emirates sponsors Canadian tennis tradition
In conjunction with Tennis Canada, Emirates Airline, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines has announced that it has become a platinum sponsor of the Rogers Cup, Canada’s leading tennis tournament taking place at the Rexall Centre in Toronto from 11-19 August.
Arabian racing under starter’s orders with Emirates
Emirates’ support of horse racing around the world continues with the Dubai International Arabian Race Day, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, at Newbury Racecourse, England on Sunday 22nd July.
Australia awards Emirates “Best International Airline”
Cruising past strong competition from major airlines serving Australia, Emirates won the much-coveted Best International Airline – Online trophy for the second year running at the highly-respected Australian National Travel Industry Awards for Excellence.

Emirates - making life easier with Limousine service
Emirates is making life easier for First and Business Class passengers travelling in Europe by extending its Chauffeur-drive services to and from airports. The latest addition to the Emirates Chauffeur-drive network is in Newcastle. From 1st September, when Emirates launches its daily Dubai-Newcastle service, the airline will offer Chauffeur-drive facilities to First and Business Class Passengers.
Emirates to launch services to Ahmedabad
Setting the stage yet again for increased co-operation between the U.A.E. and India, Emirates Airline has announced its plans to start non-stop services to Ahmedabad, providing a first direct link between India’s sixth largest city, and Dubai, the pride of the Middle East and its fastest-growing metropolis.
Italian authorities show support for Emirates new Venice route
The Italian authorities have voiced their strong support for Emirates' new route into Venice, saying it presents a strategic opportunity to further develop tourism and trade between Europe and the Middle East.
Students graduate from Emirates Aviation College
The Emirates Aviation College (Aerospace & Academic Studies) celebrated its 15th graduation ceremony yesterday, granting awards to over 130 students.
Emirates launches Ice Digital Widescreen
Voted Best Inflight Entertainment in the World in 2005 and 2006, Emirates Airline has continued its commitment to innovation by today launching its next generation, cutting-edge ice Digital Widescreen system, raising standards even higher.
On a winning spree with Emirates
Emirates customers visiting Dubai for the Summer Surprises (DSS) can win holidays, diamond jewellery worth AED 100,000 and an exclusive limited edition Mont Blanc gold watch, while going on a rare journey of discovery along the ancient Silk Road, a commerce pipeline that started in China and ended at Venice, Emirates’ newest destination, to which flights start on 1st July.

Another string to Emirates’ Bow
Emirates Airline has been giving passengers a special musical treat at Dubai International Airport. The Gold String Trio assembled to mark Emirates' first flight to Venice, beginning July 1st.

Emirates sponsorship scores gold
Emirates, the Dubai-based international Airline, celebrated a double victory at the recent ‘Fly High Awards 2005-2006’ in Hong Kong for its 2006 FIFA World Cup sponsorship activation. Emirates, an Official FIFA Partner, received the Gold Awards of Excellence in Interaction and Excellence in Innovation for its Emirates Viewing Stations.

Emirates sets up operations in Venice
Emirates is expecting a surge in business with the opening of its new offices in Venice, ahead of the Venice-Dubai route launch on July 1st. The Dubai-based carrier now flies to more than 90 destinations across the globe. Its Dubai-Venice flight will provide the only direct air link between Venice and the Middle East.

Emirates extends online check-in
Increasing popularity and growing customer demand for online check-in has prompted Emirates Airline to expand the service and extend its time limit to 24 hours before flight departure.