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Leading global airport services provider lands in Marsa Alam highlighting its increasing importance as a destination in the region
Marsa Alam, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt - National Aviation Services (NAS), the fastest growing aviation services provider in emerging markets, inaugurated two new Pearl lounges at the Marsa Alam International Airport recently. General Tarek Zada, Marsa Alam Airport Manager and Mohamed Galal, NAS Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), cut the inaugural ribbon.
General Tarek Zada, Marsa Alam Airport Manager said: “The Marsa Alam Aiport is witnessing huge traffic growth, with a forecast of seats booked between June and November 2017 showing over 200% increase from the same period in 2016. Having world-class lounges is part of our vision to ensure the airport’s facilities and services are always developing to accommodate incoming visitors from around the world. “
The newly inaugurated Pearl Lounges at the Marsa Alam International Airport will offer passengers complimentary Wi-Fi, tablets, charging power points, food and beverages and comfortable seating.
Ashraf Boutros, General Manager, NAS Egypt, said: “The increase in leading international airlines flying direct to Marsa Alam this year is a testament to the growing importance of this travel destination. The NAS experience, starting from our Meet and Assist services to the lounge facilities help travelers have a relaxed and stress-free journey through the airport.”
Globally, NAS operates more than 30 airport lounges and also manages ground handling for seven out of the top 10 airlines across the Middle East, India, and Africa.
About National Aviation Services (NAS)
National Aviation Services (NAS) is the fastest growing aviation services provider in the emerging markets.
Established in 2003, NAS quickly transformed from a Kuwait based ground handling company into an emerging markets leader in the industry. NAS is present in over 30 airports across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, handling seven of the top 10 airlines and managing more than 31 airport lounges.
With an employee base of over 8,000 capable and experienced employees at the core of its worldwide network, NAS is committed to providing aviation services that benchmark to the best in the world.
The NAS portfolio of services includes ramp and passenger services, cargo handling, engineering and line maintenance, airport technologies, fixed base operations, terminal management, aviation training, travel solutions, lounge management and meet-and-assist packages.
Affiliated with leading industry organizations, NAS follows international aviation standards with certifications from ISO, EMS and OHSAS practices. NAS is one of the first ground handlers in the world to obtain the IATA’s Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) certification illustrating the company’s commitment to providing high quality services, with a focus on safety and security.
For more information about NAS visit:
www.pearlassist.com/en/airport/MarsaAlam/
© Press Release 2017
