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Emirates to slash 9000 employees: Report

Jul 11, 2020, at 10:39 pm

Aviation major Emirates might slash 9000 jobs, a top official has said.

Emirates thrills film buffs with over 1,000 movies on board

Oct 05, 2018, at 06:27 pm

Kolkata, Oct 5 (IBNS): Film fans travelling on Emirates can now look forward to even more choice as ice, Emirates’ award-winning inflight entertainment system, reaches a new milestone by offering over 1,000 movies - more than any other airline.

Emirates touches down in Edinburgh

Oct 03, 2018, at 06:49 pm

Kolkata Oct 3 (IBNS): Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, on Oct 1 celebrated the inaugural flight of its new service between Dubai and Edinburgh. Emirates flight EK023, with a group of VIP guests and media on board, was welcomed by Edinburgh Airport with a water cannon salute.

Emirates launches exclusive Food and Wine channels for its award-winning inflight entertainment system

Sep 24, 2018, at 04:53 pm

Kolkata, Set 24 (IBNS): Aviation major Emirates has launched its own Food and Wine Channels to give customers a behind-the-scenes look at how it creates its onboard menus and works with its global partners.

Emirates announces special Independence Day fares

Aug 14, 2018, at 06:38 pm

Kolkata, Aug 14 (IBNS): Aviation major Emirates has announced special

Emirates wins 14th consecutive World’s Best Inflight Entertainment award at Skytrax World Airline Awards 2018

Jul 20, 2018, at 05:19 pm

Kolkata, July 20 (IBNS):  Aviation major Emirates has won World’s Best Inflight Entertainment award for the 14th year in a row at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2018.

Emirates SkyCargo bags important pharma recognition for the second year running

Jul 16, 2018, at 07:26 pm

Kolkata, July 16 ( IBNS):  Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has received the 2018 Carrier Award for Reliability and Excellence (CARE) by DHL Global Forwarding for the transportation of temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals.

Emirates pioneers web virtual reality technology on emirates.com

Jul 04, 2018, at 04:50 pm

Kolkata, July 4 (IBNS): Aviation major Emirates has introduced 3D seat models on emirates.com, becoming the first airline to introduce web virtual reality (VR) technology on its digital platform.

Emirates bags ‘International Airline of the Year’ title at BIAL Pinnacle Awards 2018

Jun 05, 2018, at 05:06 pm

Kolkata, June 5 (IBNS): Airlines major Emirates  has been recognised with three prestigious awards at the BIAL Pinnacle Awards 2018.

Emirates welcomes over 18,000 visitors at the 25th edition of ATM

Apr 27, 2018, at 10:52 pm

Kolkata, Apr 27 (IBNS): Emirates’ stand was buzzing at this year’s ATM, with over 18,000 visitors making their way to the stand to experience the airline’s signature products and services.

Emirates sets new record with over 1 million Wi-Fi connections on board in March

Apr 11, 2018, at 11:27 pm

Kolkata, Apr 11 (IBNS): Aviation major Emirates on Wednesday said it has set a new record with over 1 million Wi-Fi connections made on board its flights in March alone.

Emirates celebrates Easter with special offering in flight and on the ground

Mar 29, 2018, at 12:36 am

Kolkata, Mar 28 (IBNS): Airlines major Emirates said is celebrating the Easter holiday with a range of treats available to customers across all classes on board and in the airport lounges from Mar 30 to Apr 2.

Emirates Skywards marks milestone with 20 million members

Mar 01, 2018, at 04:13 pm

Kolkata, Feb 28 (IBNS): Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates airline, has reached 20 million members.

Emirates honoured as the ‘Best International Airline’ at 'Trave+ Leisure India's Best Awards 2017'

Nov 27, 2017, at 11:12 pm

Kolkata, Nov 27 (IBNS): Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, was recently honoured with the ‘Best Airline - International’ Award at the sixth edition the ‘Travel + Leisure India’s Best Awards’ 2017.

Emirates celebrates the festive spirit of Diwali in Dubai

Oct 18, 2017, at 09:46 pm

Kolkata, Oct 18 (IBNS): Recognising the vital role of food in celebrations and traditions that bring people together, Emirates’ Cabin Crew surprised and delighted residents of all ages in the heart of Dubai, marking the start of Diwali.

Emirates wins Best Entertainment award at 2017 APEX Passenger Choice Awards

Oct 06, 2017, at 04:43 am

Kolkata, Oct 5 (IBNS): Emirates clinched the Passenger Choice award for Best Entertainment at the 2017 APEX Passenger Choice Awards held in Long Beach, California, USA this week.

Emirates celebrates special fares to Dubai, Athens, Milan to mark 100th A380 delivery

Sep 14, 2017, at 03:00 am

Kolkata, Sept 13 (IBNS): Emirates is celebrating the delivery of their 100th Airbus 380 aircraft with a special fare sale to destinations across Emirates global network.

Emirates SkyCargo widens offerings for pharma customers

May 15, 2017, at 10:39 pm

Kolkata, May 15 (IBNS): Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has increased the range of solutions available to its pharma customers by entering into agreements for global container rental services with two leading players in the market: SkyCell and va-Q-tec, in addition to its existing cooperation with Envirotainer.

Emirates wins Best Airline Worldwide at the 2017 Business Traveller Awards in a Sweep of Four Awards

Apr 25, 2017, at 01:58 am

Kolkata, Apr 24 (IBNS): Emirates’ focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations both in the air and on the ground were recognised on Monday with four accolades at the ‎Business Traveller Middle East 2017 Awards.

Emirates introduces tablet loan service to US-bound First and Business Class customers

Apr 05, 2017, at 09:59 pm

Kolkata, Apr 5 (IBNS): Airlines major Emirates has introduced another service to mitigate the inconvenience of the recent ban on electronic devices on board US-bound flights.

Emirates introduces laptop and tablet handling service for US flights

Mar 24, 2017, at 11:13 pm

Kolkata, Mar 24 (IBNS): International flight Emirates on Friday announced it will introduce a new service to enable customers to use their laptops and tablet devices until just before they board their flights to the US.

Emirates to unveil enhanced A380 onboard lounge at ITB Berlin

Feb 28, 2017, at 09:19 pm

Kolkata, Feb 28 (IBNS): Emirates, Skytrax’s World’s Best Airline 2016, on Tuesday said it will launch a series of new cabin products and enhancements in 2017 for both its A380 and Boeing 777 fleet.

Emirates introduces sustainable blankets made from 100% recycled plastic bottles

Feb 03, 2017, at 12:56 am

Kolkata, Feb 2 (IBNS): Emirates has introduced new sustainable blankets made from 100% recycled plastic bottles.

Emirates completes US$11 million makeover of its Business Class lounge at Dubai International Airport

Oct 24, 2016, at 09:59 pm

Kolkata, Oct 24 (IBNS): Emirates has completed a major makeover of its Business Class lounge at Concourse B of Dubai International Airport.

Emirates Skywards marks 16 years with over 16 million members

Oct 18, 2016, at 10:04 pm

Kolkata, Oct 18 (IBNS): Emirates Skywards, the award-winning frequent flyer programme of Emirates airline, marks its 16th year milestone with over 16 million members and the successful launch of new initiatives to enhance reward options for members.

Emirates SkyCargo wins ‘Overall Carrier of the Year’ accolade at Payload Asia Awards

Oct 06, 2016, at 02:36 am

Kolkata, Oct 5 (IBNS): Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, continues to strengthen its position as a leader in the international air cargo industry by winning the industry choice award for ‘Overall Carrier of the Year’ at the Payload Asia Awards Ceremony held on Sept 29 in Hong Kong.

Emirates SkyCargo unveils new purpose-built pharma facility certified under EU Good Distribution Practice guidelines

Sep 19, 2016, at 10:07 pm

Kolkata, Sept 19 (IBNS): Emirates SkyPharma, Emirates SkyCargo’s new purpose-built facility dedicated exclusively to the timely and secure transport of temperature sensitive pharmaceutical shipments at Dubai International Airport (DXB) was officially inaugurated on Monday by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group.

Emirates named World’s Best Airline at Skytrax World Airline Awards 2016

Jul 13, 2016, at 09:13 pm

Kolkata, July 13 (IBNS) Emirates was on Wednesday named the World’s Best Airline 2016 at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2016, in addition to scooping up the awards for World’s Best Inflight Entertainment for a record 12th consecutive year, and Best Airline in the Middle East.

Emirates' Operations in India: a US$848 million impact on GDP

Nov 26, 2015, at 10:36 pm

Kolkata, Nov 26 (IBNS) Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) in New Delhi, on Thursday released the results of an economic impact study that measures Emirates’ contribution to the Indian economy.

Emirates' sends super jumbo message against the illegal wildlife trade

Nov 18, 2015, at 10:44 pm

Kolkata, Nov 18 (IBNS) Two massive Emirates A380 jets take to the skies this week, wearing special livery in support of United for Wildlife, a global collaboration that unites the efforts of the world’s leading wildlife charities in the fight against the illegal wildlife trade.