DUBAI: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, announced today that it will introduce the first scheduled commercial Airbus A380 service to Hamburg. To commemorate the inaugural arrival in Hamburg on 29 October, the A380 will be deployed on the morning service (EK059/EK060), while from 30 October the A380 will be regularly deployed on the afternoon service (EK061/EK062). The deployment of …

LONDON: dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, is further investing in its culinary catering capability with the appointment of globally-experienced chef Stephen Templeton to the newly created post of Global Head of Culinary for its international catering division. In his role, Templeton will be responsible for managing all aspects of food presentations, hospitality, kitchen design and product …

DUBAI: Passenger traffic at Dubai International (DXB) reached 7.6 million in April, according to the monthly traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports yesterday. The monthly traffic in April totalled 7,613,155, remaining virtually flat compared to 7,622,946 passengers recorded during the same month in 2017, a marginal contraction of 0.1%. The year to date traffic reached 30,354,349 passengers, up 0.8% …

ABU DHABI: Danat Jebel Dhanna Resort, a five-star beachfront luxury hotel nestled between the desert landscape and the clean waters of the Arabian Gulf, has launched the Chef’s Table package at Zaitoun restaurant offering guests a distinct dining experience. Executive Chef Peeush Chawla will be crafting the 7-course menu with exquisite dishes accompanied by an appropriate selection of wine or …

DUBAI: The Emirates Airline Foundation has been recognised by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) for its outstanding humanitarian and outreach projects and work that spans the globe. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; presented the award to His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, …

LONDON: For one flight only British Airways changed its name to Sigala Airways as the celebrity DJ jetted off from London City Airport with a planeful of friends for his Summer of Sigala album launch in Ibiza. Bruce Fielder, known professionally as Sigala, swapped his music earphones for aviation ear defenders to welcome almost 100 celebrities, friends and fans on …

DUBAI: Café Society located at TAMANI Marina Hotel, hosted a special pre-Ramadan Iftar recently offering guests a glimpse of what the posh dining place is to offer throughout the Holy Month. Around 60 VIPs and key industry stakeholders including the media attended the gathering at Café Society and were greeted by the management team headed by Walid Alawa, General Manager who …

BANGKOK: His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun presided over the celebration of Mawlid al-Nabi in Thailand 1439 AH and presented honorable awards to supporters of Muslim affairs in Thailand. Mrs. Usanee Sangsingkeo, Acting President, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI), represented the Company to receive an honorable award for special flights that were arranged for Thai Muslims to attend …

MANAMA: Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier, recently partnered with Dreams Society, a non-profit organization establish in 2011 with a mission to fulfill the dreams of children affected with terminal illnesses and debilitating diseases. A number of young children and their parents visited the airline’s headquarters, meeting with Gulf Air Chief Executive Officer Mr. Krešimir Kučko and Gulf …

LAHORE: Emirates Skywards has made it even easier to redeem reward flights and earn travel and lifestyle rewards by giving members more flexibility in managing their Skywards Miles. Members of Emirates’ award-winning loyalty programme can now buy, gift or transfer miles to their loved ones at a more attractive rate. The cost of buying or gifting miles has been adjusted …