Qatar Airways

Akbar Al-Baker also says load factor has reduced by just 2% during downturn.

Akbar al-Baker, CEO, says the airline will start using GTL Jet Fuel in three years time.

Facility to be used to purchase 4 new Boeing 777s, due for delivery in next few months.

Additional flights being added to Paris, Madrid, Athens and Stockholm - CEO.

Carrier will have to seek alternatives if manufacturer delays delivery of 787 Dreamliners - sources.

New deal will see 7 flights to Istanbul, Ankara and four to Antalya - aviation official.

ME carriers are leading the charge towards a brighter future, unveiling multibillion-dollar deals.

Airline operator wants Canadian jet manufacturer to return with better offer.

Airline's decision comes despite Airbus not having formally issued any instructions.

Arabian Business spoke to the heads of three of the Gulf's leading carriers, to assess the sector's prospects.

Promotion for Qatar Airways loyalty programme aimed at QNB MasterCard customers.

Qatar Airways, Middle East Airlines among biggest customers for Boeing, Airbus in Q1.

EXCLUSIVE: Qatar Airways set to remove premier lounges on four aircraft.

New communications solution allows passengers to also send and receive text messages on their mobile phone

ATN looks at the impact the new US presidency will make on the country's ailing inbound tourism industry.

Qatar Airways’ Akbar Al Baker on the opportunities created during a downturn.

Carrier's CEO says global economic crisis will not halt growth of fleet, destinations.

While airlines across the globe are struggling, Qatar’s national carrier is still flying high.

The aircraft will be deployed on the Houston route that launches on Mar. 30.

Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker speaks about current travel trends and environmental issues.

The region's airline chiefs remain upbeat despite expectations of falling passenger figures.

Gulf carrier in talks after expansion plans hit by delays to 787 Dreamliner.

Doha-based carrier expects to take delivery of last of three planes next spring, CEO says.

Company says it wants to increase number of destinations from 83 to up to 150.

Qatar Airways has launched a new scheduled service to New York’s JFK International Airport.

As companies across the globe are feeling the economic slowdown, the Middle East is one of the few safe havens left in the aviation world.

Qatar Airways among investors interested in struggling national carrier.

Deal will see Qtel host all of Qatar Airways IT infrastructure

Mideast carriers hit by global downturn due to transit traffic exposure, chief economist says.

Airlines are stepping up their game in a bid to be 'the best'. Lizzie Cernik looks at the world's five star airlines, as voted by research company, Skytrax.

Shortage of aircraft forces carrier to push back start of service by a month till December.

Arabian Business poll shows many disagree with carriers' inclusion in world top 10 list.

A buzz has been building around Qatar as a business hub, but is there any broader tourism potential?

A honeymoon package should be an easy sell and a lucrative one if agents take time to ask questions.

Qatar Airways says to set up a budget airline to 'repel attack' by rival airline on home market.

Royal Jet's directors believe their business jet service appeases even the most demanding personality.

It's steeped in culture, has sun-kissed beaches, a wide range of water sport-related activities, great shopping and luxury hotels, so why is Greece overlooked by the majority of Gulf-based travellers and agents?

ATN provides an insight into some of the top holiday brochures out in the market and what destinations and experiences they can offer your clients.

Despite delays to Boeing's Dreamliner 787, Middle East airlines and aviation industry figures are willing to bide their time.

ATM: CEO confident Qatar Airways will receive five superjumbos on time.

Qatar Airways has hinted that more commission cuts are on the cards while agent sources close to Arabian Travel News have said the airline will trial a 0% policy in the UAE from the beginning of June.

Qatar Airways' premium class service has received recognition at two separate awards ceremonies held in the Middle East and South Africa.

Qatar Airways has unveiled its summer expansion programme, which includes the launch of its fourth Chinese destination, Guangzhou.

Qatar Airways will fly in agents from across the GCC to attend the event at InterContinental Hotel Dubai Festival City on March 16.

Selling Bangkok couldn't be easier: not only is it easily accessible from the Gulf, but offers value for money whether your clients are looking to buy souvenirs or medical treatment for their family.

Despite all the bad press that surrounds Sri Lanka, Kaye Holland finds that the island formerly known as Ceylon is definitely her cup of tea.

Travel companies that have already embraced service fees, must now meet European service levels.

Scandinavian Airlines' new service from Dubai to Copenhagen has put the Danish capital on the radar.

Taking a hard line with staff has paid dividends for Qatar Airways' CEO Akbar Al Baker. After overseeing the company's rise from second rate carrier to leading airline, he is now determined to expand further.

Airline says move is 'just commercial', but others claim it is down to pressure from Western countries.

The Maldives is looking to exploit its geographical links with the Middle East reports Kathi Everden.

Qatar Airways and United Airlines implement code share agreement to expand their routes.

Qatar Airways has launched cargo services from Senai International Airport in Malaysia.

Better late than never, I suppose.

Doha-based airline is expanding its European network by launching flights to Swedish capital next month.

Qatar Airways launched its seventh Indian service on Monday after introducing flights to Nagpur.

Qatar Airways will roll out three new destinations - Nagpur, Stockholm and Ahmedabad - by the end of the year.

What makes an ideal business lounge? From wi-fi internet access to spa treatments and personal living spaces, First Class looks at how the world's leading airlines are taking care of their premium passengers.

Qatar Airways Cargo has added a third aircraft to its freighter fleet enabling the launch of seven new cargo only destinations.

Qatar Airways is poised to slash travel agent commissions to zero on home territory, ATN can reveal.

The aviation industry's biggest players will be officially recognised at a forthcoming event in Dubai.

The Jordanian travel industry is calling for greater reciprocation from the UAE government to ease visa restrictions for Jordanians wishing to visit the country.

Boasting picturesque scenery and a bustling waterfront development, Cape Town has become more than just an add on destination.

Qatar Airways and United Airlines have proposed a codeshare alliance, which is expected to significantly enhance their cargo operations between the Middle East and United States.

The airline has revealed it has huge plans to expand and add more flights across the United States.

The airline looks increasingly likely to be mystery 787 Dreamliner buyer, despite denying latest reports.

Aircraft manufacturer Airbus boosted its order book in Paris last month after securing multi-million dollar deals with Middle East airlines.

Iran remains a largely unexplored destination, but culture vultures say it has to be seen to be believed.

Senior airline official claims the non-stop flight will make the destination more appealing.

As soon as I walk outside my sunglasses immediately steam up.

Qatar Airways confirms ordering 80 Airbus A350s and additional A380s at the Paris Air Show.

The state-owned carrier expects to make its first profit by 2010 and could sell shares three years after that.

Middle East airlines that have criticised the e-ticketing deadline are worrying over nothing, according to Qatar Airways' Stephane Baudemont.

Holidaymakers and Meetings Industry clients who don't want to stray too far from home this summer would do well to explore the money-saving offers available in Muscat this year.

The airline expects to fly 12 million travellers by 2009 when part of the new Doha airport opens.

Why India's hidden gems are often masked by prejudice.

Travellers are waking up to China's wealth of leisure, business and MICE opportunities as the trade prepares for an onslaught of bookings.

New routes to NYC and Washington DC mark the airline's first steps into US market.

Qatar Airways has increased its cargo services in South Asia to capitalise on the region's booming market for airfreight services.

Qatar Islamic Bank enters into a Shariah compliant lease-to-own agreement with Qatar Airways.

An contract worth up to $16 billion is expected to be signed by the middle of this year.

Qatar Airways has revealed plans to expand its leisure business in the hope of building a division to rival Emirates Holidays’ mammoth operation.

A surprising survey has ranked the airline - which doesn't yet fly to the US - above Emirates and Etihad.

Qatar Airways has awarded SITA a US$30m five-year contract to build and maintain an advanced telecommunications network infrastructure, which will connect all of the airline's locations to its reservations system, creating a fully managed network environment

The race between the region’s key carriers to add new destinations to their route maps has showed no sign of abating in 2007.

Visitor numbers to Beirut may have dwindled in reaction to Lebanon’s unstable political climate, but the travel trade region-wide is committed to supporting a country that has proved resilient to turbulent times.

Scotland’s profile was raised regionally when Emirates Airline started flying to Glasgow in 2004 and the destination has since proved especially popular with the top end traveller in search of an alternative European getaway

An airline's in-flight magazine should be more than something to just glance at during take off. It should offer an insight into the airline's brand: Chris Shaw director, The Media Factory, publisher of Qatar Airways' Oryx Natasha Pendleton group sales manager business titles, ITP, publisher of Etihad Inflight.

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Strong outbound demand for destinations across the Asia Pacific region is driving regional airline growth, in terms of flight frequencies and capacities, the latest OAG statistics reveal

2006 has seen the business class seat become one of the most prized and profitable assets in the commercial world, so which airline should you go for? The choice is endless says James Bennett

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