News - Etihad Airways

16 Sep 2019 16:49

Etihad airways together with Abu Dhabi airports becomes first airline and the first airport in the region to trial the use of autonomous wheelchairs

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates has launched an innovative trial of autonomous wheelchairs at Abu Dhabi International Airport, in advance of its move to the new Midfield Terminal. The trial is a partnership between Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi Airports in collaboration with personal electric vehicle supplier WHILL and information technology company SITA.

12 Sep 2019 09:30

Etihad Airways relaunches website as part of ongoing digital transformation

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has re-launched etihad.com as part of its continuous commitment to improve the online customer journey, making it easier for guests to plan their trip, search for information, and manage their booking.

11 Sep 2019 09:06

Etihad Airways announces partnership with Breitling as its Official Timekeeper

New York, United States – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced a new partnership with Swiss luxury watchmaker Breitling. With an equal passion for aviation, quality, and precision, Etihad offers a perfect platform for Breitling, who will serve as the airline’s Official Timekeeper. The announcement was made by the airline during New York Fashion Week, where it hosted two exclusive VIP events celebrating three years as an official sponsor.

09 Sep 2019 13:16

Etihad Airways welcomes the Manchester City Football Club Trophy Tour

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and official partner of the Manchester City Football Club Trophy Tour celebrated the club’s record-breaking 2018/2019 football season with a display of trophies at its Abu Dhabi headquarters for employees to enjoy.

08 Sep 2019 10:32

Etihad Airways and Sixt partner to provide comfortable transfers

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and SIXT, an international mobility service provider, have announced a new partnership to provide airport transfers to passengers globally.

06 Sep 2019 14:37

Etihad Aviation group brings back popular ‘Fikra University’ competition

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) has announced the launch of Fikra University 2019, bringing back the successful programme which fosters the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation amongst university students all over the UAE.

23 Aug 2019 13:00

Etihad Airways celebrates 15 years in India

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is preparing to celebrate 15 years of service to its largest and busiest market, India. The airline’s milestone coincides with the third visit to the UAE of India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, highlighting the importance of the partnership between the two countries.

02 Aug 2019 13:00

Etihad Airways introduces its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to Lagos

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – A state-of-the-art Etihad Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner touched down in Lagos this morning after its inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi. Etihad Airways flight EY673 took off from Abu Dhabi at 2.35am and arrived on schedule at 7.10am local time. The return flight EY674 departed Lagos at 8.30am this morning, and is due to touch down back in the capital at 7.10pm this evening, 2 August.

01 Aug 2019 11:06

Etihad Guest and Booking.com form rewards partnership

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, has signed a frequent flyer programme agreement with Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel platforms, which enables Etihad Guest customers to earn Etihad Guest Miles when booking accommodation through Booking.com on a special co-branded version of the website.

29 Jul 2019 10:02

Etihad Airways to serve London Heathrow with fourth year-round daily service

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates— Etihad Airways is to boost its services from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow by adding a fourth year-round daily service between the two capitals, launching on 27 October 2019. The new service introduces a convenient mid-morning departure from Abu Dhabi and a late evening departure from London Heathrow and follows the introduction of additional seasonal services this summer.

25 Jul 2019 14:40

Etihad Airways prepares for Hajj season

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will deploy additional flights between Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia to facilitate the movement of thousands of pilgrims during the Hajj season. The airline will operate 15 extra flights between 28 July and 25 August to transport pilgrims to Medina.

25 Jul 2019 11:03

Etihad Guest and MAG Alliances form rewards partnership for MAG Lifestyle Development customers

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, and MAG Alliances, have announced a new reward initiative whereby every customer from MAG Lifestyle Development (MAG LD), the property development arm of MAG Group Holding, will receive benefits including Etihad Guest Miles and tier status upgrades when purchasing property.

21 Jul 2019 12:42

Etihad Engineering welcomes future scientists

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Engineering welcomed a group of 15 students from the UAE’s Future Scientists initiative for a comprehensive tour of its 500,000sqm state-of-the-art engineering facilities, located in Abu Dhabi. Etihad Engineering, one of the world’s leading Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) service providers, and the largest in the Middle East, provided the students with a first-hand experience of aircraft maintenance services.

04 Jul 2019 12:29

Etihad Airways celebrates commencement of Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner services to Shanghai

Shanghai, China – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has celebrated the deployment of the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner on its daily scheduled services to Shanghai by hosting a spectacular “Abu Dhabi Night" reception. The event took place at Bellagio Shanghai, a five-star hotel inspired by the Art Deco history of the city’s famous Bund and styled on a ‘modern interpretation of Shanghai’s past’. The occasion was attended by leading figures from the UAE and local government officials, diplomats, corporate partners, members of the travel industry and social influencers from the two countries.

30 Jun 2019 15:40

Etihad Airways introduces larger aircraft to accommodate growth of three key Asian routes

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has upgraded services on three key Asian routes this week, introducing larger aircraft to accommodate growing demand.

27 Jun 2019 10:53

Etihad Guest and Al Hilal Bank launch a Visa credit card with attractive rewards including free flights and upgrades on first swipe

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, and Al Hilal Bank, one of the leading Islamic banks in the country, have partnered to launch Al Hilal Bank Etihad Guest Visa credit card in the UAE. The programme offers UAE residents an attractive package of benefits including Silver or Gold Etihad Guest Tier Status with the first swipe of the card.

26 Jun 2019 15:37

Global demand for airline pilots drives major growth for Etihad’s Aviation Training division

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Soaring global demand for airline pilots, and the growing popularity of Airbus A320 and Boeing 787 aircraft, have jointly sparked major growth in the pilot training division of Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways.

25 Jun 2019 12:16

Etihad Airways prepares to launch seasonal flights to Alexandria, Egypt

Etihad Airways is preparing to launch seasonal summer flights from Abu Dhabi to the beautiful and historic Egyptian city of Alexandria, one of oldest continuously-inhabited locations in the world and home to the Great Library of Alexandria and one of the ancient world wonders, the Pharos Lighthouse.

21 Jun 2019 11:00

Etihad marks United Nations World Refugee Day with a range of initiatives for Syrian refugees in Jordan

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Etihad Airways, the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, has recognised UN World Refugee Day by unveiling education initiatives and donating urgent supplies for Syrian refugees in Mrajeeb Al Fhood Camp in Jordan.

21 Jun 2019 10:30

Etihad Airways announced as official airline partner for Barcelona Fashion Week

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates and preferred airline of the global fashion industry, will once again showcase its hospitality at Barcelona Fashion Week, taking place 25 – 27 June, as part of an ongoing partnership with IMG.

19 Jun 2019 15:08

Etihad Airways prepares to launch ‘Green Season’ flights to spectacular Salalah, Oman

Etihad Airways is preparing to launch seasonal flights between Abu Dhabi and the beautiful coastal city of Salalah, southern Oman, in time for the region’s unique Khareef, or green season. Salalah is one of the few locations on the Arabian Peninsula that experiences a monsoon season, creating extensive vegetation growth and spectacular waterfalls throughout the coastal ranges, and delivering significantly lower temperatures than the rest of the GCC.

14 Jun 2019 16:00

Etihad Airways celebrates Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner flying to Rome with a special event in the Italian capital

Rome, Italy – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has celebrated the introduction of its newest aircraft type, the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, on daily services to Rome, with a special dinner at the Rome Cavalieri Hotel. The airline is now flying the largest variant of this technologically-advanced aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Rome every morning, complementing a second flight each evening with Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.

14 Jun 2019 12:00

Etihad Airways celebrates 15 years in Germany

As the UAE and Germany intensify bilateral cooperation following the visit of H.H. Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi to Germany this week, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is celebrating 15 years of service to Germany.

10 Jun 2019 11:11

Etihad Airways partners with Swae to launch artificial intelligence powered crowd sourcing and engagement platform for employees

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways (Etihad), the national airline of the UAE, and Swae, an award-winning startup based in Vancouver, have partnered to launch iFikra, an artificial intelligence-powered platform aimed at unlocking the full potential of Etihad’s workforce by enabling every employee to contribute to innovation.

02 Jun 2019 23:08

Etihad Aviation Group to fund construction of 30 new wells to help improve water access in Africa

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Etihad Aviation Group will fund the construction of 30 water wells in three African nations to assist in easing a critical shortage of clean water in remote communities. The initiative was announced today by Mr Tony Douglas, Group Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Aviation Group, in support of the ‘Well of Hope’ water security initiative launched during the Holy Month of Ramadan by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

30 May 2019 10:48

Etihad acquires valuables management subsidiary under its cargo and logistics portfolio

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways PJSC has acquired the shares held by Armaguard Linfox Group Pty (Australia) in Abu Dhabi-based joint venture Armaguard Valuables Management LLC (AVM), becoming sole shareholder of the company and renaming it Etihad Secure Logistics Services LLC.

29 May 2019 13:42

Etihad’s Youth Council volunteer this Ramadan

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Etihad Aviation Group’s Youth Council has been working across the UAE during the Holy Month of Ramadan, taking part in initiatives to support the whole community. The Youth Council, formed last October, seeks to facilitate positive change and engage the nation’s young people in the future leadership of the country.

28 May 2019 13:02

Etihad Holidays launches Eid packages

Abu Dhabi, UAE - Etihad Holidays is giving travellers the chance to create unforgettable memories this Eid with a selection of holiday packages starting from AED 1,519 per person. Take advantage of Etihad Holidays’ Eid travel sale and choose from relaxing staycations or quick getaways across Asia, Europe and the US.

22 May 2019 11:02

Ministry of Community Development, Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi Airports provide senior Emiratis with exclusive benefits

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - The Ministry of Community Development and Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to launch the Etihad Senior Emiratis Basma Programme, which offers UAE nationals over the age of 60 an exclusive programme of benefits when flying with the airline. Etihad has also signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi Airports to provide Basma members with a range of added benefits from the Capital’s airport.

22 May 2019 06:56

Etihad Airways awarded ‘Best First Class’ by Condé Nast Traveller China

Shangri-La, China – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has been awarded “Best First Class” by Condé Nast Traveller China in the publication’s “Gold List 2018”, announced at an award ceremony at Songtsam Linka Shangri-La in Yunnan Province, China. It is the third consecutive year Etihad has been selected as a “Gold List” winner.

14 May 2019 13:09

Etihad Airways Extends Its Popular Free Two-night Abu Dhabi Getaway Offer

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, announced it is extending its free Abu Dhabi stopover campaign to the end of the year due to the popularity of the special offer in its opening month. Travellers flying through the capital of the UAE with the airline are invited to enjoy a free two-night hotel stay to break up their journey and explore the city’s vibrant and diverse attractions.

13 May 2019 10:39

Etihad Airways adopts new Boeing Toolbox Mobile Library to enhance maintenance performance

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has introduced Boeing’s Toolbox Mobile Library, an iPad mobile application, to enable its Technical Operations team to improve the efficiency of its maintenance engineers and technicians.

10 May 2019 13:20

Singapore joins the Etihad Cargo freighter network

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, today launched scheduled freighter flights from its hub in Abu Dhabi to Singapore’s Changi International Airport. The weekly flights will continue to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, before returning to Abu Dhabi, reinforcing Etihad’s commitment to serve key logistics hubs in the Asia Pacific region, and offer onward connections through its strategically located Abu Dhabi hub.

09 May 2019 11:59

Etihad Airways to operate scheduled flights from Al Ain to Jeddah during busy Ramadan period

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways will operate a daily scheduled flight between the oasis city of Al Ain in the UAE and Jeddah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the last ten days of Ramadan. The airline will operate the flights from 26 May to 4 June to meet increased demand during the busy travel period.

07 May 2019 10:24

Etihad Airways Reduces Carbon Footprint

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, continues to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by implementing fuel saving initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.

05 May 2019 11:45

Etihad Airways increases frequencies to London Heathrow for the busy summer season

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will boost its services from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow during the busy summer period. The additional flights will be operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, supplementing the current three daily all-Airbus A380 services between both capital cities.

02 May 2019 13:03

Etihad Airways to Go Double-Daily from Abu Dhabi to Moscow Domodedovo

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Building on the success of its current daily service between the capitals of the UAE and Russia, Etihad Airways has announced a new second daily flight between Abu Dhabi and Moscow’s Domodedovo airport, which will operate seasonally between 27 October and 10 May 2020.

01 May 2019 12:03

Etihad Cargo Boosts Commercial Organization with Emirati Leadership Appointments

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, today announces several Emirati national appointments within its commercial division, in a further step towards enhancing both its Global Customer program as well as its UAE home market.

30 Apr 2019 13:44

Etihad Airways Partners with Visit California to Increase Tourism to America’s Golden State

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has partnered with Visit California to promote the Golden State to travellers from around the world. The agreement was announced this week at the Arabian Travel Market in a signing ceremony with Robin Kamark, Chief Commercial Officer Etihad Aviation Group and Caroline Beteta, President & CEO for Visit California.

29 Apr 2019 14:52

Etihad Airways Lights up Burj Khalifa in Dubai with a Dazzling ‘Choose Well’ Show

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has lit up the world’s tallest building, the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai, with a spectacular branded light and sound display to celebrate the next stage of its ‘Choose Well’ brand promise at the start of Arabian Travel Market.

28 Apr 2019 13:37

Etihad Airways Launches New Fully-Customisable Economy Experience

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways has unveiled a major Economy transformation programme starting with the cabin upgrade and refurbishment of 23 narrow-body Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft. The retrofit programme, which includes new personalised wireless streaming entertainment to smartphone and tablet devices, is scheduled for completion in August this year. The airline is also introducing a new and improved Economy dining concept on all its flights as part of a wider programme of enhancements to its inflight catering.

24 Apr 2019 12:09

Etihad Cargo’s Digital Transformation Hails New Era of Cargo Management and Customer Engagement

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, today celebrates its position as a market leader in the air cargo digitalization and innovation space six months after migrating to a new technology platform, achieving a remarkable step change in the way it runs its operations and engages with its customers.

23 Apr 2019 09:34

The Region’s First Single-Use Plastic Free Flight by Etihad Airways Touches Down in Brisbane On Earth Day

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is the first airline in the region to operate a flight without any single-use plastics on board, in a bid to raise awareness of the effects of plastic pollution. Flight EY484 landed in Brisbane on 22 April – Earth Day.

22 Apr 2019 07:00

Etihad Airways Engineering Wins Prestigious Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways Engineering, the largest commercial aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services provider in the Middle East, has been awarded the Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award (SKEA) in the Silver category in the 17th edition of the awards, during a prestigious ceremony held at Abu Dhabi’s Emirates Palace on Monday 22 April. His Highness Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court presented the awards at the ceremony.

17 Apr 2019 12:30

Etihad Airways to Operate Single-Use Plastic Free Flight on Earth Day as Part of its Commitment to Sustainability

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will be the first airline in the region to operate a flight without any single-use plastics on board, in a bid to raise awareness of the effects of plastic pollution. Flight EY484 will depart Abu Dhabi on 21 April, landing in Brisbane on 22 April – Earth Day.

16 Apr 2019 15:16

Etihad Airways and the Department of Culture and Tourism Bring Abu Dhabi to Jeddah Using 3D Projection Mapping

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) are taking Jeddah residents on an immersive tour of Abu Dhabi across VOX Cinemas using 3D projection mapping. This is the first time this technology is being utilised to promote a destination in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the wider Middle East region.

14 Apr 2019 14:45

Etihad Airways Selects IBS Software to Transform Operational Efficiency and Improve Guest Satisfaction

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and IBS Software (IBS), a leading provider of new generation IT travel solutions, have signed a contract to enhance the airline’s operations. This will be done by implementing IBS’ iFlight NEO Ops and iFlight NEO HUB systems as the core technological solutions that will help increase on-time performance, improve operational efficiency, maintain network integrity and enhance hub connectivity.

11 Apr 2019 15:47

Watch: Track to Track Etihad Cargo Flies 17 of the World’s Top Rallycross Cars from Europe to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Aviation Group, the official airline partner of the FIA World Rallycross of Abu Dhabi, flew 6 teams, 17 drivers, support crew and 17 vehicles from Europe to Abu Dhabi for the region’s first ever ‘festival of racing’ FIA World Rallycross of Abu Dhabi.

10 Apr 2019 11:31

Free two-night getaway in Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways is inviting travellers flying through Abu Dhabi to enjoy a free stopover in the capital of the UAE, as part of a landmark global promotion launching today.

08 Apr 2019 11:06

Etihad Airways to Introduce Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Johannesburg, Lagos and Milan

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – This Summer, Etihad Airways will introduce the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on its scheduled services from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg, effective 1 August, Lagos, effective 2 August, and Milan, effective 1 September, replacing the Airbus A330s currently operating the routes.

03 Apr 2019 13:23

Etihad Airways presents ’My Story’ e-book on board

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is honoured to be the only national airline to introduce ’My Story: 50 Memories from 50 Years of Service‘ by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on its inflight entertainment programming.

03 Apr 2019 10:57

Etihad Cargo enhances road feeder services for seamless connectivity across UAE & GCC

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, has once again selected MICCO, a leader in freight management and an integrated supply chain solutions provider, as its road feeder services (RFS) provider in a multi-year agreement, reaffirming a decade-long partnership between the two major Abu Dhabi-based logistics players.

02 Apr 2019 12:12

Etihad Airways and Panasonic Avionics Introduce New Wellness Solution

Hamburg, Germany - Etihad Airways (Etihad), the national airline of the UAE, and Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), have announced a partnership to jointly develop and trial wellness solutions aimed at enhancing the traveller experience.

02 Apr 2019 10:36

Etihad Cargo Flies the World’s Top Wrx Rally Teams to Abu Dhabi for The Inaugural Fia World Rallycross

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, this week delivered all 17 rally cars along with 200 cubic meters of spare parts for the region’s first ever ‘festival of racing’ FIA World Rallycross of Abu Dhabi, for which Etihad Airways is the official airline partner.

31 Mar 2019 14:34

Etihad Guest and Arab National Bank Launch a Co-Branded Credit Card in Saudi Arabia

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, and the Saudi-headquartered Arab National Bank (ANB) have partnered to launch an ANB Etihad Guest Signature Visa Card in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

28 Mar 2019 15:23

Etihad Airways Offers Free Luggage Allowance for Golfers

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is welcoming golfers to Abu Dhabi’s renowned courses, allowing them to bring their golf clubs free-of-charge, enhancing the city’s sporting credentials and improving the experience of every golfer who touches down in the capital.

28 Mar 2019 14:30

Etihad Airways and Elenium Sign Partnership to Advance the Future of Passenger Services

London, United Kingdom — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Elenium, a leading provider of automation technology solutions, signed a Memorandum of Understand (MoU) yesterday for cooperation to develop a variety of innovative solutions in both passenger and freight processing services. The event took place at London’s legendary Savoy hotel.

28 Mar 2019 08:56

Etihad Guest Members Can Now Use Miles to Bid on Upgrades

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways has enhanced its upgrade system, enabling customers to now use Etihad Guest Miles as a form of payment to bid for a premium seat in a higher cabin.

27 Mar 2019 17:00

Etihad Airways Adopts New Real Time Flight Tracking Technology

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is a regional leader by having successfully implemented the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Global Aeronautical Distress and Safety System (GADSS) recommendations for flight tracking ahead of the General Civil Aviation Authority’s (GCAA’s) proposed deadline of 1 June 2019.

24 Mar 2019 08:37

Etihad Airways Celebrates the Success of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, official airline partner of the World Games and the national airline of the UAE, highlights the success of the Middle East’s first Special Olympics World Games, which concluded this week in Abu Dhabi.

20 Mar 2019 13:41

Etihad Airways and Elenium Use Ground-Breaking Technology to Revolutionise the Travel Experience

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Elenium, a leading provider of automation technology solutions, will together demonstrate how a newly developed voice activated self-service kiosk, bag drop and boarding gate facility will revolutionise the travel experience by taking facial recognition technology to new heights. The demonstration will take place at Passenger Terminal EXPO (PTE) in London between 26 – 28 March.

20 Mar 2019 12:11

Etihad Airways and Gulf Air Sign Codeshare Agreement, Strengthening Ties Between the Carriers

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 20 March 2019 – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Gulf Air, the national airline of the Kingdom of Bahrain, have signed a codeshare partnership, for travel commencing with the summer schedule.

19 Mar 2019 14:15

Etihad Aviation Group promotes career programmes at UAE Careers-Dubai

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Aviation Group will showcase career opportunities and UAE National employment programmes at the UAE Careers exhibition in Dubai this week. Etihad will continue its extensive 2019 recruitment drive at the exhibition, which takes place from 19 – 21 March at the Dubai world Trade Centre.

14 Mar 2019 21:00

Etihad Airways marks The Opening of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 with a spectacular fly-past

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, official airline partner of the Special Olympics and national airline of the UAE, and the Al Fursan aerobatic stunt team performed a spectacular show in the sky to mark the Opening Ceremony of the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.

14 Mar 2019 12:18

Etihad Airways Improves Core Performance in 2018 as Transformation Continues

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) – Etihad Airways today announced an improvement in core operating performance of 15% in 2018, 7% higher than forecast, on revenues of US$ 5.86 billion (2017: US$ 6.0 billion). The airline reported a loss of US$ 1.28 billion for the year (2017: US$ -1.52 billion).

13 Mar 2019 14:42

Etihad Aviation Group signs contracts with Sky Prime at the Saudi Airshow

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Etihad Aviation Group’s Engineering and Aviation Training divisions have both signed contracts to collaborate with Sky Prime, the largest private aviation operator in the Middle East, based in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

12 Mar 2019 15:35

Etihad Airways and Saudia to Build on Existing Codeshare Partnership

Saudi Airshow, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi national flag carrier, Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), announced positive growth in traffic since their codeshare partnership began in November 2018.

12 Mar 2019 11:15

Etihad Airways Engineering expands extensive inhouse capabilities with A350 MRO services

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways Engineering, the largest independent maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) service provider in the Middle East, has announced the addition of Airbus A350 maintenance capabilities to its extensive inhouse portfolio.

11 Mar 2019 10:34

Etihad Airways to Have Strong Presence at The Saudi International Airshow

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is gearing up for the Saudi International Airshow with displays of some of its aircraft, products and services, and a number of important partnership announcements. The airshow is the first aviation and aerospace exhibition of its kind to be held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 12 – 14 March.

10 Mar 2019 10:56

Etihad Airways to Introduce Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Rome And Frankfurt

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – From 1 June 2019, Etihad Airways will introduce a new two-class Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, the largest variant of the technologically advanced aircraft, on its scheduled daily morning service from Abu Dhabi to Rome, complementing the second overnight 777-300ER departure. On 1 July, the airline will introduce the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on its two daily services to Frankfurt.

09 Mar 2019 00:00

Etihad Airways flies Special Olympics Team USA to the World Games Abu Dhabi 2019

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, official airline partner of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, flew in 350 Team USA athletes, coaches and support crew ahead of the Games taking place in the UAE’s capital next week. The athletes travelled from John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, to Abu Dhabi International Airport on an award-winning Etihad Airways Airbus A380.

08 Mar 2019 14:00

Etihad’s all-female flight crew takes International Women’s Day to new heights

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is marking International Women’s Day this year with its first flight staffed by an all-female flight crew, highlighting the integral role played by its female staff members in technical, operational and leadership positions.

05 Mar 2019 17:00

Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi welcome Team New Zealand to the World Games

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways, the official airline partner of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, welcomed Team New Zealand as the first athletes to arrive for the World Games with a traditional Māori Pōwhiri at Abu Dhabi Airport.

05 Mar 2019 16:30

Avis Budget Group and Etihad Aviation Group announce exclusive partnership

London, UK – 04 March 2019: Avis Budget Group and Abu Dhabi based Etihad Aviation Group have today announced a new, global partnership which sees Avis Budget Group become the exclusive car rental provider for Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, Etihad Holidays and Etihad Guest, the airlines loyalty programme.

03 Mar 2019 13:28

From Athens To Abu Dhabi: The Special Olympics World Games Flame Of Hope Flies With Etihad Airways

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, official airline partner of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, has delivered the World Games Flame of Hope to the UAE capital. The flame was carried in a specially designed cradle yesterday on a Boeing 787-9 aircraft sporting the airline’s new Special Olympics livery, which proudly displays the images of four UAE Special Olympics athletes along its fuselage. The flight was flown by Captain Fouad Almarzouqi from the UAE, and Captain Spiridon Nakos from Greece.

03 Mar 2019 12:15

Etihad Airways and the Department of Culture & Tourism - Abu Dhabi Partner with Plug and Play ADGM

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Plug and Play, the largest global innovation platform, and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the leading international financial centre based in Abu Dhabi, today announced Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi as the founding corporate partners for their new Travel and Hospitality accelerator program.

28 Feb 2019 22:00

Etihad Airways flies the Special Olympics World Games Flame of Hope to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, official airline partner of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, has delivered the World Games Flame of Hope to the UAE capital. The flame was carried in a specially designed cradle yesterday on a Boeing 787-9 aircraft sporting the airline’s new Special Olympics livery, which proudly displays the images of four UAE Special Olympics athletes along its fuselage. The flight was flown by Captain Fouad Almarzouqi from the UAE, and Captain Spiridon Nakos from Greece.

28 Feb 2019 14:44

Etihad Airways announces new seasonal routes to Alexandria and Salalah

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 28 February 2019 – Etihad Airways has announced that it will launch new seasonal routes from Abu Dhabi to Alexandria, Egypt, and Salalah, Oman, catering to strong demand during the summer peak. Both flights will operate four times per week throughout July and August 2019.

27 Feb 2019 10:55

Etihad Airways unveils new Special Olympics livery ahead of World Games Abu Dhabi 2019

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, the official airline partner of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, unveiled a striking new livery at a special event held at its Engineering hangar, to promote the Games which will take place in the nation’s capital between 14 – 21 March.

24 Feb 2019 12:20

Etihad Aviation Group showcases innovative aviation solutions at Think Science Fair 2019

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Aviation Group is taking part in Think Science Fair 2019, which is held on 24 February at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi, as part of its efforts to encourage the youth across the UAE to engage with science and technology and pursue a career in the world of aviation and aircraft engineering. The Abu Dhabi edition of Think Science Fairs follows the successful event last week in Dubai, in which Etihad also participated.

21 Feb 2019 14:14

From the cockpit to the hold with Etihad Cargo’s first Emirati loadmaster

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Rashed’s career path in aviation is far from typical. Inspired by his family, he initially set out to become a pilot - but life got in the way.

21 Feb 2019 12:12

Etihad Airways to increase flights to London during April

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 21 February 2019 — Etihad Airways will increase its flights from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow, from three to up to four daily services, to meet peak demand during the month of April. Commencing 5 April 2019, the flights will be operated by a two-class Boeing 787-9, featuring Etihad Airways’ next-generation Business and Economy cabins, configured with 299 seats - 28 Business Studios and 271 Economy Smart Seats.

17 Feb 2019 12:39

Etihad Airways launches Special Olympics mileage donation initiative

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates and official airline partner of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, encourages members of its Etihad Guest loyalty programme to donate their frequent flyer miles to help support athletes with intellectual disabilities attending the Games.

13 Feb 2019 13:46

Etihad Airways to deploy latest generation 787 Dreamliners on all its flights to China

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 13 February 2019 — Etihad Airways will introduce the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on its daily service from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu, effective 1 July 2019, replacing the Airbus A330-200 currently operating the route. Also from 1 July, the airlines’ daily service from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai will be upgraded from the 787-9 to the larger 787-10 Dreamliner.

12 Feb 2019 09:55

Etihad Airways Engineering joins forces with Fabrica Argentina de Aviones for aircraft maintenance services in South America

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways Engineering, the largest commercial aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services provider in the Middle East, has signed a collaboration agreement with Argentina’s main aircraft manufacturer, Fabrica Argentina de Aviones (FAdeA), to serve MRO customers in South America.

11 Feb 2019 13:11

Etihad Airways Engineering and Tarmac Aerosave partner to expand MRO services globally

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Etihad Airways Engineering, the largest commercial aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services provider in the Middle East, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TARMAC Aerosave, an industrial group specialising in aircraft maintenance, storage and recycling and owned jointly by Airbus, Safran and Suez. The MoU paves the way for the two companies to identify and jointly pursue opportunities to develop, explore, support and extend Part 145 maintenance services and products to their customers from around the world.

11 Feb 2019 11:04

Etihad Airways to introduce Airbus A380 on daily Seoul service

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Effective 1 July 2019, Etihad Airways will operate the Airbus A380 on its daily service linking Abu Dhabi and Seoul. The South Korean capital’s Incheon airport now joins London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, New York JFK and Sydney as a destination served by the airline’s award-winning aircraft.

10 Feb 2019 16:32

Etihad Airways celebrates Year of Tolerance with Ghaf tree planting ceremony

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, today held a Ghaf tree planting ceremony at its Khalifa City Headquarters to celebrate the national tree as the official symbol of the Year of Tolerance.

09 Feb 2019 22:37

Etihad Airways announced as the official partner of New York Fashion Week: The Shows

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways was today confirmed as the official partner of New York Fashion Week: The Shows Autumn/Winter 2019, taking place until 13 February.

07 Feb 2019 11:08

Etihad Airways and Royal Jordanian announce new codeshare partnership

Abu Dhabi, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Jordanian flag carrier, Royal Jordanian, have announced a new codeshare partnership which will provide their customers with greater access to key leisure and business destinations in North Africa, Europe, Canada, Asia and Australia. The codeshare flights will be open for sale on 7 February 2019, with the first travel date from 15 February.

05 Feb 2019 16:04

Etihad Airways flies His Holiness Pope Francis home after historic visit to the UAE

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has flown His Holiness Pope Francis home after a historic three-day visit to the capital Abu Dhabi. The trip, heralded as a triumph in inter-faith dialogue and a celebration of peace, made world history as the first ever visit of a pontiff to the Gulf region.

05 Feb 2019 10:12

Etihad Cargo to transport 68 horses to prestigious Longines Masters of Hong Kong

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Cargo and EEM World, a global leading organizer of equestrian events, today announced that Etihad Cargo was once more chosen to transport a special consignment of show jumping horses from Belgium to Hong Kong for the annual Longines Masters of Hong Kong taking place on 15-17 February.

04 Feb 2019 13:51

Etihad Aviation Group celebrates His Holiness Pope Francis’ first visit to the Arabian Gulf

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Worldwide leader of the Catholic Church, His Holiness Pope Francis, touched down in Abu Dhabi for a three-day trip to strengthen interfaith dialogue and understanding in support of peace. Etihad Airways, as the UAE’s national airline, is celebrating this first ever papal visit to the Arabian Gulf with festivities in its offices and on board its flights in recognition of the UAE’s Year of Tolerance.

31 Jan 2019 11:59

Etihad Airways and Microsoft team up to launch region’s first AI academy

30th January 2019, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, today announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft to launch the first ever in-house AI Academy in the region, which will revolutionise the way the airline serves its customers by upskilling its workforce, optimising operations and creating alternate revenue streams.

30 Jan 2019 10:34

Leading aviation engineering companies team up to form the Independent Aircraft Modifier Alliance

A group of significant players in the aviation industry are cooperating to form a new alliance in the field of aircraft modification. As leading companies in the retrofit industry, Etihad Airways Engineering, EAD Aerospace, Lufthansa Technik and Envoy Aerospace have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form the Independent Aircraft Modifier Alliance (IAMA).

28 Jan 2019 14:09

Etihad Aviation Group promotes career opportunities for UAE Nationals at Tawdheef 2019 Exhibition

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Aviation Group showcases career opportunities and UAE National employment programmes at the region’s leading Emiratisation exhibition, Tawdheef 2019. On the opening day of the event, the Etihad team proudly welcomed His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance to the stand. The exhibition, which takes place from 28 to 30 January at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, will see Etihad launch its 2019 recruitment drive.

28 Jan 2019 10:51

Etihad Aviation Group participates in Global Investment in Aviation Summit (GIAS)

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 28 January, 2019 — Etihad Aviation Group is participating in the Global Investment in Aviation Summit (GIAS) held over three days in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The summit is an opportunity for aviation leaders and experts from around the world to gather and explore investment opportunities, hear from subject matter experts and showcase the latest technology trends within the sector.

27 Jan 2019 18:10

Etihad launches innovative e-learning module ahead of Special Olympics World Games

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Aviation Group has launched a landmark initiative in its support for Special OIympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 by developing an innovative e-learning course for its staff on supporting people with determination.

24 Jan 2019 16:45

SBI Card and Etihad Guest launch premium Visa credit card for international travel

New Delhi, INDIA: SBI Card, one of India’s largest credit card issuers, and Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, today launched a unique travel specific Visa credit card for members and savvy Indian travellers. The card, which will be available in two variants, Etihad Guest SBI Card and Etihad Guest SBI Premier Card, will offer more rewarding experiences and bring an unmatched value proposition to Etihad Guest members and international travellers from India.

24 Jan 2019 13:40

Etihad Airways signs strategic partnerships with the capital’s Championship Golf Clubs

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (UAE) - Etihad Airways has renewed its partnership with Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club and Yas Links Golf Club for another three years, reinforcing the airline’s continued commitment to golf in the nation’s capital and to establishing it as a major global sporting destination.

24 Jan 2019 09:38

Etihad Airways records successful year for on-time performance (OTP) at hub and across network

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 23, 2019 — Etihad Airways has posted its best December operational on-time performance (OTP) results since 2010, concluding a successful year for its flight operations.

23 Jan 2019 14:00

Etihad Airways to host major global cabin crew recruitment drive

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the award winning national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is hosting a major recruitment drive globally, seeking individuals with outstanding hospitality experience to join the airline’s World Leading Cabin Crew.

16 Jan 2019 14:26

Etihad Airways flies the world’s first flight using fuel made in the UAE from plants grown in saltwater by Khalifa University

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (UAE) — The Sustainable Bioenergy Research Consortium (SBRC), a non-profit entity established by Masdar Institute that is part of Khalifa University of Science and Technology, today announced the world’s first commercial flight using locally produced sustainable fuel on an Etihad Airways Boeing 787 powered by GE’s GEnx-1B engines.

14 Jan 2019 10:44

Etihad Cargo awarded IATA’s CEIV certification for Pharmaceuticals Logistics

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Cargo has set a notable benchmark in the region by becoming the Middle East’s first carrier to be awarded IATA’s Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) certification in Pharmaceutical Logistics. The airline is one of only 16 carriers to hold this important certification worldwide.