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…
Emirates Group marks UAE Flag Day
Proud employees of the Emirates Group gathered today at its headquarters in a ceremonial moment to raise the UAE Flag high. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and chief executive Emirates Airline and Group, raised the UAE Flag while senior executives and employees proudly participated in the annual observance that celebrates the nation’s unity,…
Italy launches new national airline ITA and marks end of Alitalia
After operating for 74 years, Italy’s flag carrier Alitalia will no longer offer its services as it has been shut down for good after profound financial problems, especially provoked by the COVID-19 situation. Alitalia’s flight from Italy’s capital to Cagliari marked the final flight of this flag carrier, while from now on, the same will be…