Series of new commercial initiatives unveiled
Airline opens contemporary new GSA office in Shemisani
New code-share agreement with Royal Jordanian
Amman, JORDAN 24th May 2012: Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain's national carrier, today reaffirmed the longstanding relationship between the Kingdoms of Bahrain and Jordan, unveiling a series of commercial initiatives tailored to the Jordanian market, opening its newest sales office in Shemisani and announcing a special one week promotion offering 25 percent off economy fares from Amman to select destinations within the Gulf Air network.
Addressing the media at a press conference held in Amman today, Gulf Air Chief Commercial Officer Mr. Karim Makhlouf said, "Gulf Air's relationship with Jordan is longstanding - dating back to our first flight to Amman in 1976. Today, Jordan remains a strategic route and key market for the airline in recognition of which, we are delighted to announce a series of tailored offerings for our passengers from our commercial initiatives that facilitate travel and benefits to opening a new conveniently located sales office so passengers can book and purchase their tickets with ease.
"Further exemplifying our long-term commitment to the country is the recently signed code-share agreement signed with Royal Jordanian, offering passengers 11 weekly flights between Jordan and Bahrain, operated by Gulf Air.
In the coming months we will continue to add more features and facilities in the air as well as on the ground, so that our passengers can enjoy a consistently enhanced experience throughout their journey."
Tailored to the needs of the growing number of corporate passengers travelling from Jordan, Gulf Air is introducing Falcon Corporate Plus, a package designed exclusively for corporate travellers offering a range of benefits such as price discounts and complimentary upgrades from economy to Falcon Gold class.
The airline has also designed an innovative programme specifically for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Jordan that offers a range of incentives including a 'double bonanza' by which both - the member organizations and their travelling employees - earn miles that can be redeemed for rewards including complimentary flights, exclusive Falcon Gold Lounge access and upgrades.
Gulf Air's popular Frequent Flyer programme has been recently renamed 'Falcon Flyer' and now offers members even more attractive privileges and value added benefits such as bonus miles up to 250%, guaranteed seats, priority baggage handling, half miles redemption and family membership.
For families, Gulf Air has launched 'Family First' - a series of competitively priced packages for customers travelling with spouses and children, offering special privileges both on the ground and in the air. This will be an attractive package particularly for Jordanian travellers, who often travel with their families on vacation.
Of Gulf Air's latest commercial initiatives the 'Sky Hub' offers the world's first full connectivity onboard long-haul flights with high speed internet, 3G-4G mobile data speed connectivity, voice over the internet (VOIP) i.e. Skype, streaming videos and the world's first in-flight live TV via satellite. Passengers can stay connected in the sky for approximately JD18 for 24 hours.
"Our latest commercial initiatives and code-share with Royal Jordanian coupled with our new office opening are simply the beginning of many future endeavors towards developing the existing relationship between Gulf Air and the Jordan market and further strengthening our ties," concluded Mr. Makhlouf.
As one of the Middle East's largest network carriers, Gulf Air is well positioned to connect Amman to several key destinations in the region with 11 weekly flights and excellent connectivity via Bahrain to key destinations such as Dubai, UAE, Bangkok, Thailand and Mumbai in India.
The promotional discount of 25 percent for travellers from Amman on flights to select destinations ends on 31 May 2012, and is valid for travel from 24th May - 31 May 2012. Gulf Air offers are available on the official Gulf Air website www.gulfair.com
Open from 9:00 am to 5:00pm, 6 days a week, Gulf Air's office is conveniently located in Al Shemisani, 91, Abdul Hameed Sharaf Street, Al Shemisani, Amman. Alternately, customers may contact the sales agency's offices on: +962 6 567 9977/ +962 6 567 9969 / +962 6 567 9939.
Its accessible location is complimented by ample parking for visitors.
About Gulf Air
Founded in 1950, Gulf Air is the proud national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain. As a pioneering airline in the Middle East region with over sixty years of experience and expertise in flying people across continents, Gulf Air is today one of the most powerful brands and a name to reckon with in the global aviation industry.
One of the prime objectives of Gulf Air is to connect Bahrain to the Middle East countries and the rest of the world. As such the airline currently operates the largest network in the Middle East with non-stop flights while providing seamless onward connections to other international destinations. The airline's current network stretches from Europe to Asia, connecting 50 cities in 31 countries, with a fleet of 37 aircraft.
In tune with the Kingdom's economic blue print, 'Vision 2030', Gulf Air's strategy is to build an efficient, commercially sustainable and dynamic airline that effectively serves the people and the economy of Bahrain and represents the Kingdom on the world stage. Reflecting the needs and aspirations of its customers, the strategy focuses on three core areas: a targeted, more focused international network; a superior, more consistent product; and a modern, more efficient fleet that will optimize value. Gulf Air's goal reflects a commitment to the latest aviation technology complemented by the hallmark Arabian hospitality for which the airline is well known.
Gulf Air was the official sponsor of the 2012 Formula One Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix.
For more information please visit www.gulfair.com
For media enquiries, please contact:
Katherine Kaczynska
Senior Manager Corporate Communications
Gulf Air Tel: +973 17338416
+973 36500292
Email: katherine.kaczynska@gulfair.com
© Press Release 2012
