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Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announces its collaboration with and sponsorship of the upcoming Bahrain Film Festival as the Official Carrier of the first edition of the festival due to be held from 4 to 8 of March, organized by the Bahrain Cinema Club. The sponsorship is part of the airline’s strategy to support various activities that are aimed at enhancing the cultural, artistic and tourism scene in the Kingdom of Bahrain
During the signing ceremony which took place at the airline’s headquarters, Gulf Air’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer Captain Waleed Al Alawi said: “Gulf Air has a track record in supporting such events over the years. We will transport festival guests to participate in this promising festival which is part of the esteemed Spring of Culture calendar of events. Bahrain is well known for its efforts to enrich the cultural movement and enhance its position as a cultural hub in the region”.
For his part, the President of the Bahrain Cinema Club Mr. Nader Al Maskati appreciated the support provided by Gulf Air, stressing the importance of this partnership to achieve the desired goals of the first Bahrain Film Festival. He said: “We praise Gulf Air’s efforts as the national carrier in supporting local events aimed at promoting art and culture as well as positioning Bahrain on the global map of art and culture”.
The Bahrain Film Festival aims to present a cultural cinematic event that will add to the cultural movement in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The festival will support young talents in Bahrain and the Arab region by discovering and encouraging content creators and film enthusiasts.
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About Gulf Air
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, commenced operations in 1950, becoming one of the first commercial airlines established in the Middle East. Today, Gulf Air is a major international carrier serving 49 cities in 27 countries.
The airline operates double daily flights or more to 10 regional cities, in addition to select destinations in the Indian Subcontinent and Europe, from its hub at Bahrain International Airport. Gulf Air currently serves all its destinations with a combination of wide and narrow body fleet of 33 aircraft. The modern fleet will herald a new era for Gulf Air as it continues to enhance its product and service offering. Renowned for its traditional Arabian hospitality, evidenced by the airline’s signature family and business friendly products, Gulf Air is committed to being an industry leader and developing products and services that reflect the evolving needs and aspirations of its passengers.
Gulf Air connects Bahrain to the world and, as such, is a key national infrastructure asset, serving as a powerful driver for the economy and supporting the Kingdom’s on-going economic growth. With its mobile app and Bahrain stopover programme, the airline promotes Bahrain as a tourist destination to the world.
Gulf Air has been the Title Sponsor of the FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX ever since it made history as the first Formula 1 Grand Prix to be held in the Middle East in 2004. In addition, the airline has been Official Carrier of the biennial Bahrain International Airshow since it was first held in 2010.
For media enquiries, please contact:
Talal Ahmed Almahmood
Manager Corporate Communications
Gulf Air Tel: +973 17338192 / +973 39188390
Email: talal.almahmood@gulfair.com
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