Press Releases 2006

Oman Air Hosts Staff Social Evening

The Ground Operation Department of Oman Air hosted a Staff Social Evening on September 24 at the Golden Tulip Hotel. The event, the first of its kind, was organized to recognise the valuable contributions of the staff. The event was graced by executive management who expressed their appreciation of the staff’s dedicated efforts in what turned out to be a fun-filled, informal gathering.

The Golden Tulip hotel set out a sumptuous spread while their resident band enthralled the crowd with their music and entertainment. Throughout the evening there were several raffle draws with over 65 exciting prizes up for grabs.

Mr. Mazen Al Amad, Oman Air’s Senior Manager Ground Operations said, “We want to show our staff that we truly appreciate their efforts. It has been a busy summer for us and many of them have put in long hours. Oman Air’s Ground...

More Omani Graduates join Oman Air

In continuation of its efforts towards Omanisation and recruitment of more national graduates, Oman Air recently employed 9 University graduates in different areas of specialization. The first group consisting of 11 graduates were recruited in 2002. The graduates are inducted in an especially designed training program called the Management Training program where they are prepared to assume senior management positions in the future.

The program aims to enrich the trainees with information and experience in the field of aviation together with management skills. The duration of the program is 12 months, and is divided into 3 phases. The first phase comprises of theoretical training conducted in-house, the second is on-job training, and the 3rd phase is external training where the graduates are sent to external training institutes and to some of Oman Air’s offices in its network....

Oman Air goes for IT Makeover
Airline Purchases Six Software Packages From Sabre to Upgrade Services

Sultanate’s national carrier, Oman Air will initiate a major technological makeover of its services with the implementation of six advanced software applications customized for the aviation sector, thereby reinforcing its commitment to provide the highest standard of service to air travelers.

The company has bought six software applications for a considerable $3 million, payable over a four-year period from Sabre Holding. The six systems purchased are for revenue management, introduction of frequent flyer programme, internet booking, electronic ticketing, and automated scheduling as well as sophisticated planning system. The implementation of all systems has been scheduled to be complete by the end of 2005.

The implementation of the systems will help Oman Air in lowering cost and...

Oman Air Launches New In-flight Experience

Commencing from 1st March 2005 Oman Air will take a step further in its product and service enhancement strategy by the introduction of a “new design” range of catering service equipments within its fleet.

The upgrade is a significant step forward and of considerable investment to ensure the latest designs and products are keeping Oman Air on par with its competitors within the region.

Having spent many months in the planning and procurement stages – the introduction of the equipments will commence on 01.03.05 with both Business Class and the Economy Class products online on all network destinations.

Significant differences will be apparent to the frequent flyer, as the total product concept has changed from aspects including the colour, shape, size and design through to different service styles on certain...