LONDON: As the back to work blues set in, British Airways is turning up the heat at Gatwick as summer 2018 is set to be the airline’s biggest schedule in almost a decade. In summer 2017 the airline operated around 1000 flights a week at its peak.  More than 150 additional weekly flights will take to the skies this summer* …

ABU DHABI: Danat Jebel Dhanna Resort is proud to announce the appointment of Chef Peeush Chawla as the new Executive Chef to add spice in the resort’s culinary offers. A young talent from India, Chef Peeush Chawla is known for his cooking styles as well as innovative and fine food concepts. He brings his extensive professional experience from prestigious hospitality …

LAHORE: FINCA Microfinance Bank Ltd, one of the fastest growing microfinance banks in Pakistan, kicked off the New Year with a resolution to become a completely digital and data-driven organisation in the year 2018. The resolution was announced during the Azm-e-FINCA 2018 event, held on the first day of the New Year at the Peeru Cafe in Lahore. Under the …

BIZ TODAY REPORT KARACHI: To show its appreciation for modern-day heroes working overseas and providing for their families in Pakistan, MoneyGram launched the Hamara Hero campaign. This is the First initiative aimed at recognizing the efforts of millions of Pakistanis sending money to their loved ones back home. “We are proud of the role MoneyGram plays in a country’s financial …

DUBAI: Gulf Craft will start 2018 in style in Thailand at the new luxury lifestyle event Phuket Rendezvous from January 4 to 7, 2018. “Thailand is an increasingly important market for several reasons,” said Tony Nixey, Managing Director of Gulf Craft’s dealer in the country, Go Boating Thailand. “Not only is it popular with the global yachting community, who sail …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: As instructed by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Emirates’ Chairman and Chief Executive today announced that Emirates airline will operate a special A380 flight to Kuwait for UAE supporters to attend the finals of the Arabian Gulf Cup.  The …

DUBAI: Emirates is extending its popular My Emirates Pass programme to customers visiting Dubai this winter season. The programme gives Emirates customers exclusive offers and discounts across the city by turning the Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership card. Those flying to or through Dubai between 1 January and 31 March 2018 can take advantage of a range of …

DUBAI: DUKES Dubai, on Palm Jumeirah, has been awarded Slow Food Dubai’s Snail of Approval. The award is a recognition programme for food producers, artisans, retail outlets, restaurants and cafes that demonstrate a philosophy of adopting earth friendly practices. These might include reduction in the use of chemicals, use of local and low food mile ingredients, preserving vanishing animal breeds …

In a letter to team members, CEO Doug Parker and President Robert Isom are pleased to announce that in light of the new tax structure and in recognition of our outstanding team members, American will distribute $1,000 to each team member (excluding Officers) at our mainline and wholly owned regional carriers. Read the letter below: Dear Fellow Team Members, It’s …

ABU DHABI: Etihad Airport Services (EAS) Ground, a division of Etihad Aviation Group, has announced several key UAE National appointments within a new structure that lays the foundation for the coming years. The internal appointments are all based at Abu Dhabi Airport and will involve critical transitional duties as EAS Ground moves across to the Midfield Terminal which is due …