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Sultanate Oman Among 2008 Hottest Destinations

Date:29 Dec 2007

Mr.Usama Al Haremi
M-CC&M

In this regard, Usama Bin Karim Al Haremi Head of Corporate Communications And Media Department of Oman Aviation Services (Oman Air) said that Oman, is blessed with the most tempting natural locations in the Gulf, and has started to take advantage of these possessions in developing its tourism industry. Widely known as Arabia’s best kept secrete, Oman is becoming increasingly popular as...

Oman Air Chairman of Gulf Airports Services Association (GASA)

Date: 23 Dec 2007

Oman Aviation Services’ Senior Manager Ground Operation, Mr. Mazen Al Amad has been appointed Chairman of Gulf Airports Services Association (GASA) during its 68th meeting their held in Bahrain Gulf Convention Center recently. The meeting discussed various airline-handling matters including e- ticketing, new security procedures, purchase of equipment, contractual changes and airport systems and technologies.

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Mr. Mazen Al Amad
SMGO

"FAHUD” joins Oman Air Fleet

Date: 11 Dec 2007

A new B737-800NG has joined Oman Air’s fleet. The aircraft named "FAHUD” originating from Seattle, USA landed at Seeb International Airport on 9th December, 2007. This latest addition increases Oman Air’s B737 NG fleet to 10.

On this occasion, Mr. Ziad Bin Karim Al Haremi, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air said that this comes in line with our plans to prop up and upgrade the company's fleet for short and medium haul flights which will enhance and activate Oman Air’s presence on the map of regional aviation industry. It also retains the prestigious position given...

Oman Air Agents Award And Tenth Anniversary Celebrations At Chennai

Date:9 Dec 2007

Oman Air Chennai was established in 1997 with three weekly operations operating A310’s, which has grown to daily flights over these 10 years. In rewarding its Agents in the Regional Market of Chennai, Oman Air, distributed agent’s awards for the top productive agents for the years 2005 and 2006. In a colorful function held recently at the GRT Grand Hotel, Chennai, Oman Air Country Manager, Mohammed Bin Salim Al Balushi, distributed the awards.

In this regard, Mohammed Bin Salim Al Balushi said addressing the agents, “In the very near future, Oman Air...

Today Oman Air Takes Off To London Its First European Destination

Date: 25 Nov 2007

Oman Air the Sultanate of Oman Flag carrier will commence its new first service in Europe as of today Monday, November 26 from the Omani capital Muscat. London Gatwick is the 24th destination for the Muscat-based airline, and Oman Air will operate non-stop flights to London the capital city of the United Kingdom, and the largest city in England that is one of the world's leading business, financial and cultural centers. Mr. Ziad Bin Karim Al Haremi, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Aviation Services (Oman Air) will be heading Oman Air delegation to UK. The represents of this new route for Oman Air comes in a period of rapid growth for the...

Oman Air Thriving Partaking At World Travel Market 2007

Date:20 Nov 2007

The World Travel Market (WTM)'s 2007 edition that concluded last week in London had broken all records in terms of size, the most important factor was bringing nearly 50,000 senior industry delegates together under one roof to conduct business, network, identify new markets and learn about new global trends and developments. With a general recorded growth size of 2%, WTM welcomed 5,402 exhibitors from more than 200 regions and countries, with four new countries returning to the event after a long absence.

In this regard, Usama Bin Karim Al Haremi Corporate Communications and Media Department Manager of Oman Air said that the Sultanate of...

Oman Air Appoints GSA in SYRIA

Date: 12 Nov 2007

The National flag carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has appointed Julia Dumna as General Sales Agent ( GSA) in Syria.

Mr. Abdulrazaq Alraisi
Senior Manager Sales

Mr. Abdulrazaq Alraisi, Oman Air’s Senior Manager Sales said “Appointing Julia Dumna as our GSA in Syria falls in line with the airline’s strategy, initiated to expand our services in the Middle East. We are certain that with an experienced and professional...

Oman Air Announces Participation In World Travel Market 2007

Date: 10 Nov 2007

Oman air will partake in WTM 2007 during the period 12-15 November. Staged annually in ExCeL London under one roof, the four-day travel industry event "World Travel Market" is necessary attend, business to business exhibition. The show provides a unique opportunity for the completely global travel trade industry to meet, network, negotiate, conduct business, and stay abreast with the latest developments in the travel industry. Oman Air participation this year comes under the umbrella of the Omani Ministry of Tourism.

In this regard, Usama Bin Karim Al Haremi Manager Corporate Communications and Media...

Oman Air Pursuit Of Excellence In Technology

Date: 6 Nov 2007

Recently Oman Air procured “Net Access” system from Sabre. This system enables to communicate within the network bypassing the legacy systems. Legacy systems are outdated, expensive and much less efficient compared to this internet based communication system. Net Access was initially meant to be used for Reservations only. With Oman Air internal efforts, they have been able to use it for the Agent Interact – a GUI Departure Control System as well, were system reliability is the key aspect.

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Oman Air Announces The Inauguration Of Its Far East Flights

Date: 5 Nov 2007

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, and one of the international airlines experiencing steady growth in all its air operations, intends launching flights to the Far East. As of November 28, 2007, the carrier will operate five direct flights a week between Muscat and Bangkok.