Qatar Airways CEO Akbar al Baker has threatened to reconsider his airline's outstanding Airbus orders should the Abu Dhabi-based carrier fail to obtain requested slots at European airports. “If they (European airport slots) are limited further, we will stop buying European aircraft. We have 186 orders at Airbus. What impact would that have on German jobs?” al Baker told the German daily, Handelsblatt. The Qatari carrier currently has 50 orders for … [Read more...] about Qatar CEO threatens Airbus orders over slots
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MIDDLE EAST: Qatar threatens Boeing cancellations
Qatar Airways is said to be considering plans to cancel the entirety of its Boeing order owing to repeated 787 delays, according to a Dow Jones report. It has orders for 60 787s including options and 24 777s including freighters and options. “The writing is in the wall for Boeing and they don’t care. They’re too busy having lunches and dinners,†CEO Akbar Al Baker said. “Boeing doesn’t realise how much they’re hurting their … [Read more...] about MIDDLE EAST: Qatar threatens Boeing cancellations
MIDDLE EAST: Qatar Airways Cargo joins Cargo 2000
Qatar Airways Cargo has become a Regional Associate Member in the Cargo 2000 programme with the Doha-based airline saying membership will allow it to monitor its quality and delivery standards benchmarked against the industry standard. “Our goal is to increase efficiency and quality of service provided to the airline’s customers with proven and agreed processes, and Cargo 2000’s quality management system offers a proven solution for implementation and … [Read more...] about MIDDLE EAST: Qatar Airways Cargo joins Cargo 2000
Qatar boldly continues global expansion
While global carriers scramble to trim and reorganise their networks, Qatar Airways has announced bold expansion plans including new services to Australia and expanded operations in India and Europe. Chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said: “Qatar Airways’ robust expansion is continuing undeterred by the current economic climate.†“Sydney and Melbourne have been on our radar screen for many years. We can finally look forward to entering the Australian market with … [Read more...] about Qatar boldly continues global expansion