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Attractions & Tours

Discover Qatar to offer exclusive once-in-a-lifetime tours to view whale sharks this summer

Kanchan Nath Mar 17, 2023

Discover Qatar, the destination management company of Qatar Airways, has announced that the second edition of its ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tours will begin from 18 May, 2023 and run until the…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways reveals 7 new destinations, 11 resumptions & 35 frequency increases at ITB Berlin 2023

Kanchan Nath Mar 8, 2023

The airline adds over 655 weekly flights to summer 2023 schedule compared to 2022. Qatar Airways also celebrated its new Formula 1 partnership, and the innovative technological adaption of…

Tourism

Doha recognised as Arab Tourism Capital 2023

Kanchan Nath Mar 1, 2023

Doha was officially recognised as the Arab Tourism Capital 2023 by the Arab Tourism Organization for Tourism at a commemoration ceremony.

Airlines and Aviation

oneworld’s wins Best Airline Alliance in Cellars in the Sky awards

Kanchan Nath Feb 24, 2023

The oneworld Alliance has been named Best Airline Alliance yet again in the Cellars in the Sky Awards, in recognition of the alliance’s member airlines having the best wine in-flight.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways’ Paris Premium Lounge re-opens

Kanchan Nath Feb 10, 2023

Qatar Airways re-opened its luxurious Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), complementing the airline’s triple daily flights, available for Premium passengers and eligible…

Airlines and Aviation

QRPC members can now collect & spend Avios at HIA

Kanchan Nath Jan 31, 2023

Members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club (QRPC) will be able to collect and spend Avios at almost 200 outlets at Hamad International Airport (HIA) in partnership with Qatar Duty Free (QDF).

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Executive announces record year

Kanchan Nath Jan 26, 2023

Qatar Executive (QE), the private jet charter division of the Qatar Airways Group, experienced significant year-over-year (YOY) growth in flight arrivals and departures at their exclusive…

Airlines and Aviation

Destination Doha: Paris Saint-Germain make a mid-season stopover

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2023

Paris Saint-Germain, France's reigning 'Ligue 1' champions, travelled to Doha on January 18, with a stopover in Riyadh and a return flight to the French capital with Official Airline and…

Features

Feel winter in Qatar

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2023

Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism reveal exciting entertainment events from the “Feel Winter in Qatar” campaign during the launch of the third edition of the Qatar balloon festival

Global

FC Bayern Munich concludes successful return to Doha winter camp with Qatar Airways

Kanchan Nath Jan 17, 2023

Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FC Bayern Munich, welcomed back the European football giants to Doha for their 2023 Winter Training Camp

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways concludes FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Kanchan Nath Dec 23, 2022

‎Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA, concluded its FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ journey in style, presenting the medals and individual awards to Argentina after their historic…

Sports Tourism

Qatar Airways brings football legends together

Kanchan Nath Dec 15, 2022

Qatar Airways honoured some of the best football players to grace the field, as well as previous FIFA World Cup winners at the Qatar Airways House at the Hyatt Regency Oryx Hotel, and in the…

Airports

Qatar Airways unveils new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2022

The branding features a 9-metre long Boeing 777-9 scaled model aircraft, placed above a 12-metre LED screen to highlight Qatar Airways’ products, services, destinations, and marketing…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways celebrates opening of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2022

The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is officially underway and Qatar Airways, as the official airline of the journey, is marking the month-long tournament with special football-themed experiences…

Airlines and Aviation

David Beckham snaps a scenic view as Qatar Tourism unveils ‘Posts of Qatar’ 

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2022

Qatar Tourism has unveiled ‘Posts of Qatar’: ten distinctive goalpost art installations that frame some of the most iconic landmarks and Insta-worthy spots across the country. The iconic…

Global

Qatar Airways expands codeshare with JetBlue

Kanchan Nath Oct 31, 2022

Qatar Airways has expanded its codeshare agreement with JetBlue, offering JetBlue passengers to travel options between the US and 11 new destinations, in eight different countries across…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways sponsors Qatar Creates

Kanchan Nath Oct 24, 2022

Qatar Airways announces its continued support of Qatar Creates October Edition, which brings together eminent creatives and pioneers from the global art world to Doha for a week of fashion,…

Sports Tourism

Qatar, the destination to be in for FIFA World Cup 2022

Kanchan Nath Oct 19, 2022

Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism reveal the thrilling entertainment projects taking place during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways supports ‘The Street Child World Cup Doha 2022’

Kanchan Nath Oct 18, 2022

Youth-led football teams from across the globe, representing some of the world's most vulnerable children, flew with Qatar Airways to participate in a sporting tournament with a call for…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways to hire 10,000 employees for World Cup 2022

Kanchan Nath Oct 14, 2022

Qatar Airways is looking to hire at least 10,000 staff as part of World Cup 2022 preparations. The hiring is to ensure Qatar Airways is prepared to handle the inflow of passengers for the…

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways and Qatar Airways complete expansion

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2022

Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways to host IATA, WFS from 19-22 Sept

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2022

Qatar Airways will host the IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) from19-22 September 2022.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways unveils a new frequent flyer lounge

Kanchan Nath Sep 16, 2022

Qatar Airways enhances its passenger experience at London Heathrow Terminal 4, and unveils a new Frequent Flyer Lounge, the first of its kind outside of its home, exclusively for Privilege…

Airlines and Aviation

Royal Jordanian hosts EC Meeting of AACO in Amman

Kanchan Nath Sep 15, 2022

Royal Jordanian hosted the ninety-second Executive Committee meeting of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization (AACO) in Amman

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways begins partnership with Virgin Australia

Kanchan Nath Sep 9, 2022

Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, have officially commenced a strategic partnership that significantly expands the networks, lounges and loyalty programs of both airlines, bringing…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways makes way for ‘Super Wi-Fi’ with Inmarsat

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2022

Inmarsat has been selected as the inflight connectivity (IFC) provider for Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787-9 and 737-10 fleet.

Tourism

Qatar Airways light-up the Parc des Princes

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2022

In celebration of the airline’s new role as Official Jersey Partner, Qatar Airways hosted the Paris Saint-Germain game vs AS Monaco at the iconic Parisian stadium with multiple celebrations…

Air

Finnair and Qatar Airways to launch daily services from Nordic to Doha

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2022

Finnair and oneworld partner Qatar Airways have agreed to establish a long-term strategic cooperation between Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen and Doha

Tourism

David Beckham beckons you to Qatar

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2022

Qatar Tourism has launched a new holiday campaign featuring David Beckham to support the country’s tourism goals and ambition to attract more than six million visitors a year by 2030.

Qatar Airways welcomes new-gen first Boeing 777-9 aircraft to Doha

Megha Paul Nov 24, 2021

Qatar Airways showcased its role as a global launch customer for the latest generation Boeing 777-9 aircraft after welcoming the ultra-modern, fuel efficient jet to Doha International…

Global

How 100% of hotels in Qatar have now become Qatar Clean certified

Megha Paul Jun 22, 2021

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) marks a milestone in its Qatar Clean programme, with 100% of QNTC-licensed hotels now “Qatar Clean” certified

Air

The good samaritan! Qatar Airways ships essential medical supplies to India free of cost

Megha Paul May 3, 2021

Qatar Airways is supporting international efforts to tackle the second COVID-19 surge in India by shipping medical aid and equipment to the country free of charge from global suppliers

Tourism

Qatar unveils ambitious refurbishment project of historic dhow boats

Megha Paul Apr 16, 2021

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has begun a large-scale project to refurbish a fleet of over 40 traditional dhow boats, as it continues to improve amenities and activities for…

Vaccination Updates

Qatar Airways welcomes first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight

Joe Cusmano Apr 9, 2021

Qatar Airways has operated what it claims is the first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight.

Airlines and Aviation

In spirit of the game! Qatar Airways becomes official airline for UEFA Euro 2020

Megha Paul Feb 24, 2021

Qatar Airways will join The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) as partner of the UEFA Euro 2020, with the national carrier of Qatar set to be the official airline of the…

Reopening updates

Qatar Airways is first global airline to offer fliers 100% touch-free ‘zero-touch’ in-flight entertainment technology

Megha Paul Feb 19, 2021

Qatar Airways has announced it will soon become the first global airline to offer passengers 100 percent Zero-Touch technology for its award-winning Oryx One in-flight entertainment system…

Revealed: First Bespoke FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 aircraft

Megha Paul Nov 23, 2020

Qatar Airways, official partner and the official airline of FIFA, has unveiled a specially-branded Boeing 777 aircraft painted in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 livery

Qatar Airways says thank you to teachers with 21,000 complimentary tickets

Megha Paul Oct 5, 2020

On the occasion of World Teacher’s Day, Qatar Airways will give away 21,000 complimentary tickets to teachers to thank them for their vital work in educating young people worldwide during…

Qatar Airways celebrates growth of super Wi-Fi equipped fleet by offering 100 days of free connectivity

Megha Paul Sep 28, 2020

For the next 100 days until 2 January 2021, passengers can stay connected with family, friends and colleagues free-of-charge using the Wi-Fi connectivity on board

Qatar Clean programme unveiled for tourism sector

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2020

Qatar National Tourism Council has launched the best in class ‘Qatar Clean’ programme in all hotels across the country to reassure international visitors in preparation for welcoming them…

How Qatar Airways is redefining loyalty programme with newly enhanced Qmiles policy

Megha Paul Aug 11, 2020

Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme, Privilege Club, has announced a change to its Qmiles policy in efforts to enhance the programme to further honour members loyalty

Clear breach: Qatar Airways seeks USD 5 billion from UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Egypt over airspace ban

Megha Paul Jul 23, 2020

The arbitrations seek redress for the blockading states’ actions to remove the airline from their markets and to forbid the airline from flying over their airspace

Qatar Airways to fly over 65 destinations by mid-July

Kristin Mariano Jul 6, 2020

Qatar Airways welcomed the month of July by relaunching flights to 11 destinations. The airline will resume services to over 65 destinations by mid-July.

In spirit of the game! Qatar Airways sponsors AS Roma Women’s Football Team

Megha Paul Jun 26, 2020

Qatar Airways has announced that it is the new Main Global Partner of AS Roma Women’s Team for season 2020-21. This development sees the airline extend its partnership with AS Roma to…

Qatar Airways’ share of international traffic more than triple its nearest competitor in April

Megha Paul Jun 12, 2020

Qatar Airways’ dedicated mission to take people home reflected in IATA traffic figures

Qatar Airways and UNHCR ink pact to deliver vital international aid supplies for displaced globally

Megha Paul Jun 1, 2020

Qatar Airways has announced a two-year partnership with UNHCR, the UN refugee agency to deliver on its purpose of providing humanitarian relief and assistance to the displaced globally.…

QNTC wants you to fall back in #LoveQatar

Alastair Newport May 22, 2020

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has announced the launch of its new global social media campaign #LoveQatar this week,  to help build solidarity and connect the international community…

Qatar Airways signs USD 850 million financing deal

Megha Paul Apr 20, 2020

Qatar Airways has secured USD 850 million in financing from Standard Chartered. The Middle Eastern carrier has used seven Boeing 787-9 aircraft as collateral on the deal. Akbar Al…

Qatar Airways Cargo returns to destinations in China

Megha Paul Apr 2, 2020

Qatar Airways Cargo announced it will resume scheduled belly-hold cargo operations to China with the utilisation of wide-body and passenger-configurated aircraft. The additional cargo…

Qatar Airways-Air Malta codeshare partnership presents new avenues

Megha Paul Feb 28, 2020

Qatar Airways has announced it has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with Air Malta. The partnership reinforces Qatar Airways’ long-term commitment to Maltese passengers and to…

Air

American Airlines reconciles with Qatar Airways

Megha Paul Feb 26, 2020

American Airlines has renewed its codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance. The move comes just over two years after the pair very publicly fell…

Qatar Airways sends 300 tonnes of medical supplies to China

Megha Paul Feb 24, 2020

Five Qatar Airways Cargo freighters departed to China carrying approximately 300 tonnes of medical supplies donated by the airline to support Cornavirus relief efforts. The five flights…

Qatar Airways volunteers free worldwide air cargo transportation of medical supplies donated to China

Megha Paul Feb 12, 2020

Qatar Airways has volunteered free air cargo transportation for medical relief aid organised by Chinese embassies and consulates worldwide to fight the coronavirus emergency. The…

Qatar Airways to unveil Dubrovnik route in May

Megha Paul Jan 15, 2020

Qatar Airways has confirmed it will launch flights to Dubrovnik, Croatia, on 18 May 2020. The national carrier for Qatar will also begin seasonal flights to Santorini, Greece, in the…

Qatar Airways to display Airbus A350-1000 and Gulfstream G500 at Kuwait Aviation Show

Megha Paul Jan 13, 2020

Qatar Airways has announced its participation in the Kuwait Aviation Show 2020, where it will display its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-1000 fitted with its multi award-winning business…

Red champs: Qatar Airways congratulates Liverpool FC

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2019

Qatar Airways has extended its congratulations to Liverpool FC, who were crowned World Club Champions following their 1-0 victory over Flamengo at the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019…

Qatar Airways touches down for first time in Langkawi

Megha Paul Oct 17, 2019

The first Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Langkawi, Malaysia touched down at Langkawi International Airport. Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “Langkawi…

Qatar wins bid to host World Symposium of Choral Music in 2023

Megha Paul Oct 14, 2019

Qatar has won the rights to host the World Symposium of Choral Music in 2023. Held once every three years, the International Federation of Choral Music’s (IFCM) flagship event is…

Qatar Airways announces direct flights to Osaka, Japan

Megha Paul Sep 17, 2019

Qatar Airways has announced services to Osaka, Japan starting from 6 April 2020. The second largest metropolitan area of Japan, Osaka will be the airline’s third gateway into the…

Qatar Airways to operate to Luanda, Angola

Megha Paul Sep 10, 2019

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of its new service to Luanda, Angola, starting from 29 March 2020. The service, which operates up to five-times weekly to the capital and largest…

Qatar Airways unveils Langkawi route

Megha Paul Aug 28, 2019

Qatar Airways has announced a new route to Langkawi, Malaysia. The service to Langkawi, starting 15 October 2019, is part of the airline’s strong expansion plans in Southeast Asia and…

Air

Qatar Airways first Middle Eastern airline to fly to Botswana

Megha Paul Jul 19, 2019

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of its new service to Gaborone, Botswana, starting 27 October this year. The capital and largest city of Botswana will be the airline’s first…

Air

Portuguese connection: Qatar Airways debuts in Lisbon

Megha Paul Jun 26, 2019

As the airline adds to its rapidly expanding European network, Qatar Airways’ first ever passenger flight to Portugal landed at Lisbon Airport on 24 June. Akbar Al Baker, group chief…

Air

Carsten Spohr is new IATA chairperson

Megha Paul Jun 4, 2019

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Lufthansa group chief executive officer, Carsten Spohr, has assumed his duties as Chairman of the IATA Board of Governors…

Morocco

Qatar Airways enters the ‘City of Lights’

Alastair Newport Jun 3, 2019

Qatar Airways’ has announced that the virgin flight connecting Doha with Rabat landed safely yesterday, the third route from the airline into Morocco.

Air

Loganair signs with “one of the biggest names in international air travel”

Alastair Newport Oct 24, 2018

Coming fast after news that Scottish airline Loganair had signed a deal with Emirates to allow customers to access the Middle Eastern company's 155-country strong destination network, the…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways A350-1000s: “Proven outstanding reliability and efficiency”

Alastair Newport Oct 9, 2018

Qatar Airways has revealed it has upgraded its order for five new A350-900s by opting to switch up to five the larger A350-1000 version instead.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways boosts Mombasa coverage to seven daily flights

Alastair Newport Sep 11, 2018

Qatar Airways has announced that it will begin operating to Mombasa, with a new service operating four times a week, as of 11 December this year.

Air

Qatar Airways to fly direct to Da Nang, Vietnam

Mili Sep 6, 2018

Qatar Airways announced the launch of direct flights to Da Nang, Vietnam, starting 19 December 2018.

Airlines and Aviation

India on track to be the third largest aviation market by 2025

Kristin Mariano Sep 5, 2018

Qatar Airways' group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, agrees that India is on track to become the third largest global aviation market by 2025 when he addressed the key leaders in the…

Air

Qatar Airways CEO urges fair and transparent regulation in aviation

Kristin Mariano Jun 7, 2018

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker has emphasised the need for a fair and transparent regulation in the aviation industry. Al Baker delivered a keynote in front of…

Europe

Qatar Airways announce codeshare with revamped Air Italy

Alastair Newport Apr 20, 2018

Following Qatar Airways' 2017 purchase of 49% of Meridiana and its subsequent relaunch as Air Italy in February of this year, the Middle Eastern carrier has announced a new codeshare between…

Qatar

Qatar Airways announces investment in JetSuite, Inc.

Christian Tolentino Apr 11, 2018

The national airline of the State of Qatar and one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, Qatar Airways, announced today its minority stake in JetSuite, Inc., a U.S. private aviation…

Airlines and Aviation

“Disruptive” airline chiefs warn against protectionism

Mark Elliott Oct 28, 2016

The CEOs of two of the world’s so-called “disruptive” airlines, AirAsia and Qatar Airways, have urged the world’s governments to continue along the road towards liberalization, and not…

Airlines and Aviation

TAT prepares for Qatar Airways new flights

Mark Elliott Mar 21, 2016

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently welcomed the announcement by Qatar Airways to launch flights to Chiang Mai and Krabi as of December 2016. The airline’s group chief…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches global environmental management system

Mark Elliott Mar 15, 2016

Qatar Airways recently rolled out an environmental programme to attain full industry certification of its global approach to managing climate change, waste, water consumption and…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways adds Krabi and Chiang Mai in major expansion

Mark Elliott Mar 10, 2016

Qatar Airways will start flying to the Thai tourist hubs of Krabi and Chiang Mai this year, as part of a major network expansion that will see it launch 14 new global destinations.…

Airlines and Aviation

Sydney welcomes Qatar Airways inaugural flight

Mark Elliott Mar 6, 2016

Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight to Sydney recently touched down at Sydney Airport with a delegation of VIPs from Qatar. The high-profile delegation included QA group chief executive…

Airlines and Aviation

The changing face of aviation: Akbar Al Baker

Mark Elliott Jan 24, 2016

Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker recently outlined emerging challenges and opportunities affecting airlines operating in the Middle East. He expressed his views at…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways aircraft on display at BIAS

Mark Elliott Jan 18, 2016

Qatar Airways announced that it will exhibit three aircraft at the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS). The airline will showcase the A350, an A380 and Qatar Executive’s Bombardier…

Bahrain

BIAS 2016 speaker list confirmed

Mark Elliott Jan 7, 2016

Preparations are being held in full swing for the forthcoming Bahrain International Airshow. The event aptly titled ‘Air Transport in the 21st Century’ looks at futures challenges and…

Airlines and Aviation

New York welcomes Qatar Airways’ new brand campaign

Mark Elliott Dec 13, 2015

Qatar Airways launched its new global brand campaign and tagline – Going Places Together –in New York recently. The evening was hosted by Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE Akbar…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways boost its Gulf route capacity

Mark Elliott Nov 11, 2015

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to increase capacity to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Dammam with extra wide-body A330s, B787s and B777s. The new services will commence to Abu…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways expands its UK routes

Mark Elliott Oct 27, 2015

Qatar Airways recently announced the addition of a new service between Birmingham and Doha from 30 March 2016, adding to its existing services from London Heathrow, Manchester and…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways welcomes Royal Air Maroc

Mark Elliott Oct 25, 2015

Qatar Airways recently welcomed Royal Air Maroc’s first direct flight to Doha, as part of the two airlines’ joint business agreement. Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al…

Airlines and Aviation

New initiatives from Qatar Airways announced

Mark Elliott Oct 21, 2015

The IATA World Passenger Symposium witnessed a lively debate with Qatar Airways Group chief executive, HE Akbar Al Baker. Al Baker was interviewed by BBC correspondent, Rajan Datar in…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways commences flights to Abha

Mark Elliott Sep 9, 2015

Qatar Airways recently launched new services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with four flights a week to Abha. The inaugural flight landed at Abha International Airport and was…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways deploys Arconics AeroDocs

Mark Elliott Sep 7, 2015

Qatar Airways has taken on Arconics to implement an enterprise corporate document management System (CDMS). The 10-year agreement was signed by Qatar Airways group chief executive, HE…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways boosts its KSA presence

Mark Elliott Sep 6, 2015

Qatar Airways recently launched its eighth destination in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with four flights a week to Abha. Qatar Airways flight QR1212 landed at Abha international…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways to recommence Nagpur service

Mark Elliott Aug 30, 2015

In an effort to strengthen its presence in the India market, Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to reinstate its non-stop flights to Nagpur. The service will commence from 1…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc enter new code-share routes

Mark Elliott Aug 20, 2015

Qatar Airways and Royal Air Maroc have further strengthened their recent business partnership with launch of new code-share routes. This is across the Royal Air Maroc’s extensive West…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways on an expansion across Africa and Indian Sub-continent

Mark Elliott Aug 17, 2015

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to expand its network across Africa and the Indian Sub-Continent with an increase in flight frequencies to Asmara, Eritrea, and to Dhaka,…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways bans transportation of hunting trophies

Mark Elliott Aug 9, 2015

In a bid to show its seriousness for preserving endangered species, Qatar Airways recently announced its intent for extension of its existing embargo on transporting hunting trophies.…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Executive develops its aircraft management business

Mark Elliott Jul 8, 2015

Qatar Executive recently expanded its service portfolio with the rapidly developing and expanding aircraft management business. The expansion is in light of increased demand from…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways concludes a successful Paris Air Show

Mark Elliott Jun 23, 2015

Qatar Airways recently concluded a successful Paris Air Show. The airline was the first to display five aircraft on static display – the A380, A350, A320, A319 and Boeing 787…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar CEO lambasts ‘baseless claims’ of US airlines

Mark Elliott May 15, 2015

His Excellency, Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive for Qatar Airways, has refuted claims of American, Delta and United that Middle East airlines are being unfairly subsidised. …

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways introduces first shuttle service

Mark Elliott May 7, 2015

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to launch the Doha-Dubai Shuttle. The new concept will will offer flights from Doha's Hamad International Airport to Dubai International…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways’ new Saudi unit welcomes first four aircraft

Mark Elliott Apr 30, 2015

Qatar Airways' new Saudi Arabian subsidiary, Al Maha Airways, has welcomed its first four aircraft. The Airbus A320 aircraft were delivered in a ceremony at the Airbus factory in…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways reaffirms commitment to Japan

Mark Elliott Feb 24, 2015

Qatar Airways has confirmed its commitment to Japan, amid rumours that the airline was planning to withdraw from the country. The comments came during the visit of the Emir of Qatar,…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways buys stake in BA parent

Mark Elliott Jan 30, 2015

Qatar Airways has acquired a 9.99% stake in International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, Iberia and Vueling. The move comes 15 months after the…

Airlines and Aviation

A350 makes commercial debut with Qatar Airways

Mark Elliott Jan 18, 2015

The inaugural flight of the Airbus A350 XWB aircraft took off late last week, flying from Doha to Frankfurt. Qatar Airways, the launch customer of the new long-haul jet, welcomed…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways’ Europe services get a boost

Mark Elliott Jan 15, 2015

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to launch direct flights from Doha to Sofia come March 2015. The route was currently served by the airline via Bucharest. The airline…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways would have IndiGo interest – CEO

Mark Elliott Jan 8, 2015

Qatar Airways would be interested in taking a stake in Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo, if the opportunity arose, the Doha-based airline's CEO has said. The Economic Times reports that…

Airlines and Aviation

First A350 flight sold out – Qatar Airways

Mark Elliott Jan 8, 2015

The inaugural commercial flight of the new Airbus A350 aircraft will be 100% full, with Qatar Airways confirming that all tickets have now been sold. The new 283-seat, two-class…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways nurtures football talent in Africa

Mark Elliott Dec 22, 2014

In an effort to lead the way in supporting sporting initiatives, Qatar Airways recently announced its partnership with Aspire Academy. This partnership will witness formation of…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways boosts service to Turkey

Mark Elliott Nov 20, 2014

Qatar Airways will soon expand its services to to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport effective from 29 March 2015. This will be through an increase in its frequency with a double-daily…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways inks MoU with Gulfstream

Mark Elliott Oct 16, 2014

Diversification is the key to growth for Qatar Airways. The airline recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding with Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. The agreement was signed for purchase of…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar to launch phase 3 of HIA

Mark Elliott Oct 15, 2014

Qatar will soon launch the third phase of its Hamad international airport (HIA) following its official inauguration in April 2014, mentioned the CEO of Qatar Airways. Akbar Al Baker…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways boosts capacity to Madinah

Mark Elliott Aug 27, 2014

In a bid to strengthen its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Qatar Airways will be launching an additional daily flight to Madinah from 26 October 2014. The additional flight will…

United States

Qatar Airways delves into Miami’s economic impact

Mark Elliott Jun 16, 2014

The launch of flights to Miami International Airport by Qatar Airways, witnessed high-level discussions on business opportunities. Miami-Dade county mayor Carlos Gimenez and senior…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches Miami flights

Mark Elliott Jun 11, 2014

Qatar Airways’ maiden flight to Miami touched down on Tuesday 10 June 2014, marking the start of services to the airline’s sixth US destination. The new route becomes the first and…

Airlines and Aviation

Al-Maha Airways awaiting AOC for Saudi flights

Mark Elliott Jun 10, 2014

Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al-Baker recently announced that the carrier will soon start its domestic Saudi operations under its Al-Maha Airways brand. “We should be getting our air…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways connects from HIA

Mark Elliott May 28, 2014

Qatar Airways commenced operations from Hamad International Airport. The move will mean all commercial passenger airlines operating into Qatar will be arriving and departing from Hamad…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways adds more Jakarta flights

Mark Elliott May 21, 2014

Qatar Airways is increasing its operations to Jakarta with the addition of four new weekly flights. The airline currently operates twice daily services to the Indonesian capital, but…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways receives its A380 by June

Mark Elliott May 6, 2014

Qatar Airways has rolled out its aircraft expansion strategy at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2014. The airline’s chief executive officer HE Akbar Al Baker announced the arrival of the…

Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways enter codeshare

Mark Elliott Apr 17, 2014

Cathay Pacific celebrated its new service from Hong Kong to Doha with the announcement of its new codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways. The two airlines are also part of the oneworld…

Airlines and Aviation

Philadelphia on Qatar Airways’ radar for economic growth

Mark Elliott Apr 8, 2014

Philadelphia's Mayor Michael Nutter and senior officials recently held a meeting with Qatar Airways chief executive HE Akbar Al Baker to discuss new trade, business and investment…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways flies to Philadelphia

Mark Elliott Apr 3, 2014

Qatar Airways has continued to expand in the US, with the launch of flights to Philadelphia. The inaugural service from Doha touched down at Philadelphia International Airport on…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways expands Africa presence

Mark Elliott Mar 24, 2014

Qatar Airways will expand its presence in Africa with the launch of direct services to Djibouti from Doha. The thrice-weekly non-stop flights will commence from 27 July 2014. The…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways fleet delivery on schedule

Mark Elliott Mar 6, 2014

Qatar Airways recently announced at ITB that it would take delivery of its first three Airbus A380 aircraft in June and inaugurate its superjumbo services with a daily flight to London.…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways expands in UAE

Mark Elliott Mar 2, 2014

Qatar Airways has continued its aggressive expansion plans with the launch today of two new regional routes – Sharjah and Dubai World Central Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). The…

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Qatar Executive showcase at Abu Dhabi Air Expo

Mark Elliott Feb 20, 2014

Qatar Executive will be showcasing its offerings at the Abu Dhabi Air Expo. The event is scheduled to take place from 25 to 27 February at the Al Bateen Executive Airport. Qatar…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways to launch all premium business on London route

Mark Elliott Feb 19, 2014

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of a new daily all premium Business Class service from Doha to London. The new service will be the first of its kind in the Middle East, commencing…

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Qatar Airways increases Khartoum frequencies

Mark Elliott Jan 21, 2014

Qatar Airways has added three additional flights per week between Doha and Khartoum. This brings the total number of services to Sudan to 17 weekly flights. Qatar Airways chief…

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Qatar Airways flies to Hangzhou

Mark Elliott Dec 22, 2013

Qatar Airways has commenced its first flights to the Chinese city of Hangzhou. The capital of Zhejiang province becomes the airline’s seventh route in China, and comes just three…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways joins oneworld

Mark Elliott Oct 29, 2013

Qatar Airways officially becomes a member of the oneworld alliance today. The airline will become the first major Gulf carrier to join an airline alliance in a ceremony at Doha's…

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Qatar Airways to fly to Miami

Mark Elliott Oct 22, 2013

Qatar Airways has revealed that Miami will become its sixth destination in the US next year. Commencing on 10 June 2014, the airline will offer four weekly flights direct from Doha to…

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Qatar Airways commences Addis Ababa route

Mark Elliott Sep 24, 2013

Qatar Airways celebrated the launch of its new route to Addis Ababa with a charitable drive. The airline provided school uniforms and books for school children participating in the Our…

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Qatar Airways boosts frequencies

Mark Elliott Sep 3, 2013

Qatar Airways has announced frequency increases to destinations in Eastern Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific in preparation for the winter season.  The routes with increased…

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Qatar Airways increases KSA connectivity

Mark Elliott Aug 27, 2013

Qatar Airways announced it will begin flights to Ta’if Saudi Arabia. The new service will commence from 2 October 2013 with a four times a week service from Doha. “For nearly 20 years…

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Iraq gets more Qatar Airways flights

Mark Elliott Aug 22, 2013

Qatar Airways launched flights to Sulaymaniyah, increasing frequency across Iraq from 16 to 20 flights each week. The new services will operate four times a week non-stop from the Doha hub.…

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Qatar Airways baggage allowance increase

Mark Elliott Aug 21, 2013

Qatar Airways has enhanced its baggage allowance effective 1 September 2013. The baggage allowance will be applicable for passengers across routes worldwide with additional baggage weight…

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Qatar Airways to fly Dreamliner to India

Mark Elliott Aug 20, 2013

Qatar Airways will launch its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights to India next month. From 1 September 2013, the airline will commence daily Dreamliner services to both Delhi and…

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Qatar Airways to launch Chengdu flights

Mark Elliott Aug 6, 2013

Qatar Airways will finally commence flights to Chengdu next month - almost six months after they were initially due to launch. The airline had intended to start flying to Sichuan's…

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Qatar Airways Holidays expands GCC operations

Mark Elliott Jul 23, 2013

Qatar Airways Holidays has expanded its operations across the GCC, with the opening of six Holiday Shops across the region. Two shops have been opened in Dubai and Kuwait.  Additional…

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Qatar Airways inks MoU with Carnegie Mellon University

Mark Elliott Jul 18, 2013

In an effort to promote its scientific research and social development, Qatar Airways has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Carnegie Mellon University. The MoU was signed by…

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Qatar Airways prepares for Ethiopia

Mark Elliott Jul 16, 2013

Qatar Airways is set to launch three-flights-a-week to Addis Ababa. The new flights will commence from 18 September 2013. The route will be serviced with an Airbus A320 in a two-class…

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Qatar Airways boosts Amman frequency

Mark Elliott Jul 10, 2013

Qatar Airways has added two additional flights between Doha and Amman. This brings the total number of services to Jordan to nine weekly flights.  Qatar Airways chief executive…

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Qatar Airways to fly Dreamliners to Scandinavia

Mark Elliott Jun 25, 2013

Qatar Airways has revealed that it will deploy its Boeing 787 Dreamliners on three Scandinavian routes. On 1 August this year, the Doha-based carrier will launch daily Dreamliner…

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Qatar Airways suspends Seychelles flight

Mark Elliott Jun 12, 2013

Qatar Airways announced the suspension of scheduled flights to and from the Seychelles.  This will be effective 1 September 2013 until further notice due to commercial reasons. The…

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Qatar Airways boosts Iraq service

Mark Elliott Mar 21, 2013 14

Qatar Airways announced plans to launch scheduled flights to a further two destinations in Iraq from this summer.  The new destinations are Basra in southern Iraq and Sulaymaniyah in…

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Qatar Airways eyes enhanced business links with Barcelona

Mark Elliott Mar 7, 2013 1

The recent announcement of Qatar Airways being selected the strategic partner of FC Barcelona has resulted in the airline’s Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker and President of Catalonia,…

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Qatar Airways delays Chengdu launch

Mar 4, 2013 12

Qatar Airways has postponed the launch of flights to Chengdu. The carrier was due to commence flights to the Chinese city on 19 March 2013, but said that the continued grounding of…

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Qatar Airways receives first Dreamliner

Nov 13, 2012 13

Qatar Airways has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The aircraft, which marks the first of 30 787s ordered by Qatar Airways, is also the first Dreamliner to be delivered to…

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Qatar Airways to join oneworld

Oct 9, 2012 16

Qatar Airways will become a member of oneworld, making it the first Gulf carrier to join an airline alliance. The Doha-based airline's election as a oneworld member designate was announced…

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Qatar Airways to fly to Chicago

Aug 14, 2012 15

Qatar Airways will commence daily flights to Chicago next year. The direct service from Doha will commence on 10 April 2012, using a 335-seat, three-class Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, with a…

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Qatar Airways unveils B787 Dreamliner

Jul 10, 2012 10

Qatar Airways officially unveiled its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the opening day of the Farnborough International Air Show. The airline's CEO Akbar Al Baker was joined by Boeing's new…

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Qatar Airways launches WA tourism drive

Jul 5, 2012 0

Kim Hames (left) and Akbar Al Baker To coincide with the launch of its new Doha-Perth route, Qatar Airways has embarked on a AU$ 1.2 million (US$ 1.2 million) joint tourism promotional…

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Qatar Airways launches Perth flights

Jul 4, 2012 14

Qatar Airways recently launched scheduled flights to the Western Australian city of Perth. The new service from Doha will now be served three times a week using the airline’s Boeing 777…

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Qatar Airways eyes new Saudi airline

Jul 3, 2012 17

Qatar Airways has expressed interest in launching a new airline in Saudi Arabia. The Doha-based airline's CEO, Akbar Al Baker, recently held talks with Saudi's Prince Fahad bin Abdullah Al…

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Qatar Airways to double Japan flights

Jun 14, 2012 7

Qatar Airways will double the frequency of its flights to Japan later this year, with the launch of a new direct daily service to Tokyo. The Doha-based airline currently offers daily…

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Akbar Al Baker voted on IATA board

Mark Elliott Jun 13, 2012 16

Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker has been voted onto the Board of Governors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Al Baker was selected by fellow airline…

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Aviation leaders gather in Beijing

Jun 7, 2012 23

Aviation industry leaders will head to Beijing next week for the 68th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit. Opening on Monday 11 June 2012, the event will bring…

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Qatar Airways sponsors Melbourne Jazz Festival

Jun 2, 2012 14

Qatar Airways has sponsored the Melbourne International Jazz Festival, which kicked off in the Australian city on Friday. The airline, which operates daily flights between Melbourne and…

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Qatar Airways to showcase Boeing 787 Dreamliner seats

Mark Elliott Apr 28, 2012 16

Qatar Airways will showcase its new Boeing 787 seats at the at the forthcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM). Following the global unveiling of the airline's 787 Dreamliner seats in Berlin…

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Qatar Airways named official airline for UNCTAD

Mark Elliott Apr 24, 2012 15

Qatar Airways has been recently named the official airline for the 13th session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) scheduled to take place in Doha this week.…