Emirates has partnered with the Beirut Basketball Club as its Official Airline and jersey sponsor for the next three seasons. The deal underscores the airline’s long-standing commitment to supporting basketball in Lebanon, where the sport is hugely popular, and across the region, connecting with fanbases that cut across geographies and sharing their love for the game.…
Emirates and SriLankan establish reciprocal interline partnership
Emirates and SriLankan Airlines have signed a reciprocal interline agreement to boost connectivity for passengers of both airlines. The partnership will enable access to new points on each other’s networks via Colombo and Dubai, utilising a single ticket and enjoying the convenience of baggage transfers. Tickets are now on sale for travel effective immediately as…
Emirates increases flights to Riyadh for Saudi National Day
Emirates has deployed three additional flights to Riyadh to support the influx of travellers to and from the Kingdom over the National Day weekend. Conveniently scheduled so travelers can make the most of the celebrations, the additional flights will depart Dubai International Airport on 20 September, 21 September and 24 September. All flights will be…
Emirates and Maldivian establish interline partnership
Emirates and Maldivian have announced an interline partnership, enabling Emirates customers to access 16 popular holiday destinations in the Maldives beyond Malé. The agreement successfully follows on from last year’s signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two airlines, to explore opportunities for mutual cooperation. The interline agreement will create more options for…
Emirates joins hands with DET and ASATA to launch online training for travel industry professionals
Emirates, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Association of South African Travel Agents (ASATA) have launched online training courses for new travel professionals to help them develop and build stronger skillsets, as well as enhance understanding around the industry’s key principles to support the wider travel and tourism sector. Using the Dubai…
Emirates to go all A380 to Sydney by November, plans return to Adelaide
Further building on its commitment to provide customers expanded access to its route network, Emirates has announced that it will be upgrading its services to Sydney to an all-A380 operation. With all three of Emirates’ slots already in use at Sydney airport, the airline is able to commit nearly 2,000 extra weekly seats with the upgrade to…
Emirates ushers in Rugby World Cup 2023 excitement with renowned referee, Jaco Peyper
Emirates, the Official Worldwide Partner of Rugby World Cup 2023 (RWC 2023), has kicked-off the coveted tournament with a playful video featuring renowned South African referee, Jaco Peyper. The campaign comprises of a fun video which sees Jaco Peyper usher the airline’s iconic A380 with bespoke RWC 2023 livery to the tarmac, ready for take-off. Jaco sprints…
Emirates boosts services to Hong Kong with third daily flight from November
Emirates has announced a third daily flight to Hong Kong, starting from 1 November. The additional flight, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, will provide non-stop services between Dubai and Hong Kong and support the growing demand for travel on the route. Emirates is increasing services to 21 flights per week to meet market demand and…
Emirates renews longstanding partnership with Emirates Team New Zealand for the 37th America’s Cup
Emirates is pleased to announce a renewal of its longstanding partnership with reigning America’s Cup champions Emirates Team New Zealand for the 37th America’s Cup, and all preliminary regattas. The 19-year partnership has been highly successful for both parties, including memorable victories in the 35th America’s Cup as well as its cup defence in front…
Emirates marks one of its busiest summers ever
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, marks one of its busiest summers ever, carrying over 14 million passengers with average seat load factors exceeding 80% across its global network between June and August. Looking at the coming months, Emirates’ booking trends show unabated demand for international travel across its network. Destination Dubai remained popular amongst…
