News Desk PARIS: For the fourth year running, Star Alliance has claimed the Best Airline Alliance title at the Skytrax World Airline Awards, with the Alliance’s prestigious Los Angeles Lounge retaining the Best Airline Alliance Lounge Award for the fifth year in a row. Upon accepting the honor at the 53rd Paris Air Show, Star Alliance CEO Jeffrey Goh, said: …

ABU DHABI: Product innovation aimed at making the aerospace industry more sustainable has resulted in the launch of a new chromate-free exterior primer developed by AkzoNobel and Airbus. Newly qualified by Airbus and now included in the aircraft manufacturer’s specifications, Aerodur HS 2121 is part of AkzoNobel’s latest generation decorative and selectively strippable system for aircraft exteriors. In addition to …

LE BOURGET, Paris – France: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, signed a sponsorship agreement with the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications’ Civil Aviation Affairs entitling the airline to become again the official carrier of the Bahrain International Airshow in its 6th and 7th editions in 2020 and 2022. The agreement was signed by both parties …

Dubai Creek Harbour, the six square kilometre destination described as ‘The World of Tomorrow’ has unveiled another exceptional community that will delight residents with extensive waterfront activities and direct access to an urban beach. The launch of ‘Surf at Creek Beach’ follows strong investor response to the Breeze, Sunset, Bayshore and Summer residences – also set by the Creek Beach …

DUBAI: Emirates is refreshing its summer menus to incorporate seasonal fruits. With over 110 million meals served a year, Emirates chefs constantly create destination-inspired menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients that cater to a global palette. In the next two months, Emirates will launch a range of seasonal menu items on select routes. The special offering will incorporate flavors from the summer harvest …

LONDON: Customers have voted British Airways staff as the best in Europe at the Skytrax 2019 World Airline Awards. The award recognises the airline’s staff for their friendliness and efficiency, and highlights the consistent excellent service delivered by airport and on-board customer service teams. The airline is celebrating by sharing some of the wonderful stories of its frontline colleagues and their …

News Desk DUBAI: Emaar and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) have joined hands to offer Dubai Metro users exceptional discounts. Hop on the Metro and head straight to a world of wholesome entertainment, while enjoying a slew of attractive offers on some of Dubai’s most famous attractions. At the Top, Burj Khalifa Dubai Metro users will have the exclusive …

News Desk DUBAI: The Emirates Group hosted the 5th Falcon Dubai Business Associates Programme graduation ceremony at its headquarters. The Falcon DBA programme is run under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, with the aim of developing future leaders. The programme provides talented graduates …

BANGKOK: Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) is celebrating the 35th Anniversary of roundtrip Bangkok-Zurich flights with a special menu created by a Michelin Star Chef. The special menu is Graved Perch with Remoulade, Cucumber and Absinthe, Slow Cooked Beef Neck with Potato Gratin, Carrots, Mushrooms, Pearl Onions and Braising Sauce, and Sauteed Cod with Crustacean Sauce, Capsicum and …

DUBAI: Fresh produce grown at the world’s largest vertical farm will be served to millions at Expo 2020 Dubai as part of a collaboration with Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) to provide delicious and diverse culinary choices while showcasing the future of sustainable gastronomy.  The tie-up will also introduce visitors to the world’s most tantalising up-and-coming cuisines at Expo Culinary Experience …