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IOL News
3 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Qatar Airways scoops title of world's best airline for record ninth time
Qatar Airways has once again been named the World's Best Airline by the prestigious international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax, retaining the top position for a record-breaking ninth time. Image: Qatar Airways/Facebook Qatar Airways has achieved a remarkable milestone in the aviation industry, being named the World's Best Airline by the esteemed air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. This accolade marks the airline's ninth consecutive win, a testament to its unwavering commitment to excellence across every aspect of travel. The latest round of awards sees Qatar Airways not only retaining the top position as the World's Best Airline, but also clinching several prestigious titles, including: World's Best Business Class Best Airline in the Middle East Best Business Class Airline Lounge (Al Mourjan Lounge – The Garden at Hamad International Airport) Skytrax Five-Star Airline recognition Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, the Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, expressed profound gratitude for this recognition. 'Being named the World's Best Airline by Skytrax for the ninth time is an extraordinary honour. This recognition is far more than an award; it is a celebration of the passion, precision, and purpose that defines who we are as an airline.' Al-Meer continued, 'To retain this title in a highly competitive and ever-evolving global industry reflects the relentless efforts across every part of the business. The passion and commitment of our people continue to set new standards in aviation.' In addition to these accolades, Qatar Airways is proud to be continually recognised as a Skytrax Five-Star Airline, reinforcing its mission to establish new industry benchmarks. Al-Meer emphasised the airline's commitment to providing a seamless and elevated travel experience, stating, 'Whether on the ground or in the air, we strive to deliver a journey that anticipates the needs of our passengers and reflects the highest standards of quality, comfort, and innovation.' Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, congratulated the airline on this extraordinary achievement. 'It is a fabulous achievement for Qatar Airways to win the World's Best Airline title for 2025. Qatar Airways achieved excellent results across many award categories, with their Business Class winning the World's Best Business Class, and their Al Mourjan Garden Lounge named the World's Best Business Class Airline Lounge.' This recognition comes during an already exceptional year for Qatar Airways, as the airline continues to expand its network and innovate its product offerings and services across its global operations. As the national carrier of the State of Qatar, Qatar Airways remains dedicated to redefining passenger experience and earning the trust and loyalty of travellers worldwide. IOL
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
World's best airline for 2025 named by Skytrax
It's been a year of historic milestones for a certain Middle Eastern airline. Just weeks after announcing the largest widebody aircraft order in Boeing's history, Qatar Airways is celebrating another huge achievement. The Qatar flag carrier has just been named the winner at this year's Skytrax World Airline Awards, announced on Tuesday at the Paris Air Show. It's the ninth time Qatar Airways has received the honor in the 26-year history of the awards, which are known as the Oscars of the aviation world. 'This recognition is far more than an award, it is a celebration of the passion, precision and purpose that defines who we are as an airline,' said Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, Qatar Airways Group CEO. 'To retain this title in a highly competitive and ever-evolving global industry reflects the relentless efforts across every part of the business, from the frontline to behind the scenes, the passion and commitment of our people continue to set new standards in aviation.' Qatar was also named Best Airline in the Middle East, World's Best Business Class, and Best Business Class Airline Lounge. The awards come after the airline, established in 1993, announced that it was purchasing up to 210 widebody jets, including 130 Dreamliners, and 30 777-9s from Boeing in a historic order last month. 'These accolades reaffirm our ambition not only to lead, but to redefine what exceptional service means in aviation,' added Al-Meer. 'Whether on the ground or in the air, we strive to deliver a seamless, elevated journey that anticipates the needs of our passengers and reflects the highest standards of quality, comfort, and innovation.' Singapore Airlines, a five-time winner of World's Best Airline award, took second place this year, also receiving the award for World's Best Cabin Crew, along with World's Best First Class and the Best Airline in Asia. Hong Kong's flag carrier Cathay Pacific was third, with Dubai's Emirates airline taking fourth place, and Japan's ANA All Nippon Airways taking fifth. Turkish Airlines was sixth, while seventh place went to South Korea's flag carrier Korean Air and France's flag carrier Air France was eighth. Finally, Japan Airlines took ninth position and China's Hainan Airlines rounded out the top 10. 'We welcomed back a large number of previous winners and were also delighted to see new faces and airlines represented here today,' said Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax. 'As is indicated by so many former winning airlines being awarded again, quality consistency is clearly well recognized by customers when they vote for these airlines.' The 'wholly independent and impartial' awards, which began in 1999, saw votes gathered from surveys of around 22.3 million customers, with more than 325 airlines featured this year. Around 500 representatives from airlines around the world attended the gala event in the restored Art Deco terminal of the original Le Bourget Airport, based at the heart of the Paris Air Show, including presidents, CEOs and airline crew. AirAsia was also among the winners, after being named the World's Best Low-Cost Airline, an award the carrier has won year after year since 2010. 'To win the World's Best Low Cost Airline Award for 16 years in a row is nothing short of incredible,' said Tony Fernandes, the airline's CEO and co-founder. 'From flying just 200,000 guests in our first year to aiming to welcome our one billionth guest this year – this journey has been made possible by the unwavering support of our guests, and the tireless dedication of our incredible Allstars.' Virgin Atlantic took the crown for the World's Best Premium Economy Class Airlines 2025, while Thailand's Bangkok Airways was named the World's Best Regional Airline for the ninth year in a row. Low-cost airline IndiGo picked up prizes for Best Airline in India / South Asia, and Best Low-Cost Airline award in the region. And not only did Air Canada win Best Airline in North America, its Toronto Pearson Signature Suite also won the Best Business Class Lounge Dining award. Meanwhile, Ethiopian Airlines was crowned the Best Airline in Africa for the seventh year and Turkish Airlines was named the Best Airline in Europe, as well as World's Best Business Class Onboard Catering and Best Airline in Southern Europe. Saudi Arabia's flag carrier Saudia, formerly known as Saudi Arabian Airlines, took the prize for Best Airline Staff Service in the Middle East. 'This award reflects the dedication of our incredible frontline team and the trust of our guests,' said Ibrahim Al-Omar, director general of Saudia Group. 'While we celebrate this milestone, our journey continues — with bold investments and a clear vision to become one of the world's leading airlines.' 1. Qatar Airways 2. Singapore Airlines 3. Cathay Pacific 4. Emirates 5. ANA All Nippon Airways 6. Turkish Airlines 7. Korean Air 8. Air France 9. Japan Airlines 10. Hainan Airlines 11. Swiss Int'l Air Lines 12. EVA Air 13. British Airways 14. Qantas Airways 15. Lufthansa 16. Virgin Atlantic 17. Saudi Arabian Airlines 18. STARLUX Airlines 19. Air Canada 20. Iberia 1. Singapore Airlines 2. ANA All Nippon Airways 3. Cathay Pacific Airways 4. Garuda Indonesia 5. EVA Air 6. Hainan Airlines 7. Japan Airlines 8. Malaysia Airlines 9. Starlux Airlines 10. Korean Air 1. AirAsia 2. Scoot 3. Indigo 4. Eurowings 5. Vueling Airlines 6. Volotea 7. Transavia 8. Iberia Express 9. Flynas 10. easyJet 1. Bangkok Airways 2. Virgin Australia 3. Porter Airlines 4. Aegean Airlines 5. Azerbaijan Airlines 6. jetBlue Airways 7. Alaska Airlines 8. Hong Kong Airlines 9. RwandAir 10. Royal Air Maroc 1. EVA Air 2. ANA All Nippon Airways 3. Cathay Pacific Airways 4. Qatar Airways 5. Singapore Airlines 6. Hainan Airlines 7. Starlux Airlines 8. Japan Airlines 9. Korean Air 10. China Southern The full list of winners can be found on the Skytrax website
Time Out
3 days ago
- Business
- Time Out
This is officially the best airline in the world right now
Sure, you could check out metrics on stuff like punctuality and cleanliness, but the best way to find out how good (or bad) your airline experience will be is to turn to the opinions of actual customers. And that is precisely what decides the winners of Skytrax's annual World Airline Awards, which have just landed for 2025. Each year, a massive global customer satisfaction survey gathers flyers' insights on over 350 different airlines, in order to produce a prestigious global ranking of the world's best. The winner for 2025? That would be (drum roll, please) Qatar Airways! This is the ninth year the airline has topped the ranking since the awards began back in 1999. 'This recognition is far more than an award, it is a celebration of the passion, precision and purpose that defines who we are as an airline,' said Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, Qatar Airways Group CEO, 'We are equally proud to have been named the Best Airline in the Middle East, to once again hold the title of the World's Best Business Class, and to be recognized for offering the Best Business Class Airline Lounge experience globally.' The top five is rounded out by Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Emirates and ANA All Nippon Airways, but read on for the full top 20. These are the 20 best airlines in the world right now Qatar Airways Singapore Airlines Cathay Pacific Emirates ANA All Nippon Airways Turkish Airlines Korean Air Air France Japan Airlines Hainan Airlines Swiss Int'l Air Lines EVA Air British Airways Qantas Airways Lufthansa Virgin Atlantic Saudi Arabian Airlines STARLUX Airlines Air Canada Iberia Keep an eye on our travel news page for all the latest on what's going on in aviation. Did you see that the greatest outdoor travel destinations have been named in a new ranking?
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
I flew on the world's best airline – it felt like a hotel in the sky and even economy seats are roomy
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE best airlines in the world have been revealed for 2025 - and Qatar Airways has come out on top again. It is the ninth time it has been named the best in more than 25 years of the annual Skytrax Awards. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Qatar Airways has again been named the world's best airline Credit: Alamy 4 We tried out both the economy and business (with no premium economy onboard) Credit: Rex Not only that, but it was also named the Best Airlines in the Middle East - and having the best business class in the world. Qatar Airways' CEO Badr Mohammed Al-Meer said: "To retain this title in a highly competitive and ever-evolving global industry reflects the relentless efforts across every part of the business, from the frontline to behind the scenes, the passion and commitment of our people continue to set new standards in aviation.' And we have been lucky enough to fly with them when travelling to Sri Lanka, stopping in Doha along the way - testing out both their business and economy classes. I tried out their the airline's Qsuite, the leader when it came to business class seats, being one of the first to have a sliding door (introduced in 2016). Read more on airlines GROUNDED Budget airlines scraps all flights to the US just three years after launching I've always been a budget traveller, never understanding why someone would fork out money to get from A to B. But, three years after flying with Qatar Airways, it is still something I talk about to friends. It feels like a hotel room in the sky (so much so that it became a highlight of my trip - perhaps even more than some parts of the holiday itself). While you would expect all business class seats to be amazing, I can say that they are not all made the same (with two airlines I won't name barely being better than premium economy...) Staff are extremely friendly, their non-alcoholic lemon and mint mocktail has a huge following online for being so delicious and I had enough movie choices to keep me busy the entire flight. While business class is never affordable, the route from London Heathrow to Doha is an option for a special occasion spend. Airline launches world-first onboard suites that are five windows long 4 Qatar Airways' business class is something I still think about years later 4 The Qsuite door gave me so much privacy Credit: Kara Godfrey Tickets can be found for around £1,800, which will be in the special Qsuite. It is certainly a great way to end a bucket list holiday. Perhaps controversially, the airline doesn't have a premium economy, only offering First, Business and Economy. But it's not just their business class that was amazing - the Sun's Assistant Travel Editor Sophie Swietochowski also tried out the airline's economy cabin. She said: "Economy seats in Qatar Airways' newer aircrafts feel much roomier than those on other airlines I've travelled with. "The design is sleek and stylish and there are conveniently-placed USB ports for charging your devices, but that's not what makes the carrier standout. "For me, the highlight of flying Qatar Airways is the service. "As with most Middle Eastern airlines, customer care is a step above the rest. "Staff are diligent and eager to please, ensuring that you're well looked after and refreshed throughout the journey. "All in all it makes for a more comfortable experience." Flights in economy are much cheaper, thankfully, with routes from London to Doha from £474 return. Here are some of our other airline reviews, including the airline with the best food.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
This Air Carrier Is Ranked World's Best Airlines For 2025
London: For the second year running, Qatar Airways has won the World's Best Airline title at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Singapore Airlines came second and Cathay Pacific was third, according to the UK-based consultancy, which runs the aviation review website. This is the 9th time the Qatari national carrier has won the coveted honour in the 26-year history of the awards, known as the "Oscars of the aviation industry." Qatar Airways was also named the Best Airline in the Middle East, the Best Business Class in the World, and the Best Business Class Airline Lounge at the ceremony held at Paris Air Show's Air and Space Museum in the stunning Art Deco Hall of Eight Columns at Le Bourget airport. "This recognition is much more than an award; it is a celebration of the passion, accuracy, and purpose that define who we are as an airline," Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, CEO of Qatar Airways Group, said. Qatar Airways remains the champion of the skies as Airline of the Year, for a record 9th time. #ParisAirshow #QatarAirways #Skytrax2025 — Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) June 17, 2025 "Being continuously recognised as a 5-Star Airline further underscores our mission: to set new benchmarks for the industry and to ensure that our passengers feel genuinely cared for, valued and inspired to return," he said. These awards are a tribute to the trust of millions of travellers who choose us every year and a clear validation of our vision to shape the future of air travel, he said. Founded in 1993, Qatar Airways last month announced it would place a landmark order with Boeing for up to 210 widebody aircraft, including 130 Dreamliners and 30 777-9s, per CNN. Dubai's Emirates came in 4th place, followed by ANA All Nippon Airways, Turkish Airlines, Korean Air, Air France, and Japan Airlines. China's Hainan Airlines was 10th in the 2025 Skytrax airline awards. Singapore Airlines, which has won the World's Best Airline award five times, came in second this year and was also recognised as the Best Airline in Asia, World's Best Cabin Crew, and World's Best First Class. Other noteworthy airlines that made it into the world's top 20 include Swiss International Air Lines, British Airways, Qantas, Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa, Air Canada, STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air, Saudia, and Iberia.
