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Etihad to upgrade capacity on Manchester to Abu Dhabi route18-02-2010
Etihad Airways today announced it would increase capacity by close to 60 per cent on its Manchester services from June, upgrading its current two-class A330-200 aircraft to a two-class B777-300.
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Etihad Airways reschedules flights from Dhaka to Abu Dhabi18-02-2010
Etihad Airways has rescheduled flights to and from Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka to ensure better flight connections with Etihad destinations in Western Europe and North America.
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Etihad secures additional flights to Australia11-02-2010
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has secured seven additional weekly flight frequencies from its Abu Dhabi home-base to Australia.
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Etihad to support worldwide premiere of 'My Name Is Khan'09-02-2010
Etihad Airways today announced it would support the Indian Bollywood film ‘My name is Khan,’ -in association with Fox Star Studios, Twentieth Century Fox International, Imagenation Abu Dhabi and Empire International - flying in the film’s major stars Kajol Devgan and Shah Rukh Khan, the film’s Director Karan Johar, and additional members of the cast and crew to Abu Dhabi for the movie’s worldwide premiere on Wednesday.
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Etihad Airways launches Japan services02-02-2010

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, commenced operations to Japan today with the launch of its Nagoya-Abu Dhabi service.

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Etihad Crystal Cargo participates in Air Cargo India01-02-2010
Etihad Crystal Cargo, a division of Abu Dhabi-based Etihad   Airways will showcase its expanding services and latest developments at this year’s Air Cargo Exhibition in Mumbai, which runs from 2 until 4 February.
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Bangkok Airways joins Etihad Guest programme as airline partner31-01-2010
Etihad Guests, the award-winning loyalty programme from Etihad Airways, has announced an exciting new partnership with Bangkok Airways, enhancing the benefits already available to all its half-a-million-plus members by allowing them to earn Etihad Guest Miles when flying with Bangkok Airways.
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Etihad to support global young Muslim leaders project26-01-2010
Etihad Airways is to partner the UK-based Mosaic International Summer School which draws together young Muslim leaders from across the world in a forum to support them in their careers and communities.
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Etihad wins triple honours at the Irish Travel Trade Awards26-01-2010
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has received three major awards at the 18th annual Irish Travel Trade News Awards.
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Etihad launches golf club for Etihad Guest members21-01-2010
Etihad Airways today launched Etihad Golf Club, a club designed to provide members of its award-winning Etihad Guest rewards programme around the world with a range of exclusive golf events, services and promotions. The Etihad Golf Club is free for Etihad Guest members to join during the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship, held between 21-24 January.
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Golfing legend Sergio Garcia hits 675 yard drive at inaugural 'Whack from the Track' challenge20-01-2010
Etihad Airways, a diamond sponsor of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship (ADGC), today hosted European Ryder Cup star, Sergio Garcia, at its inaugural ‘Whack from the Track’ golf challenge at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit.
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Etihad Airways named Best Long-Haul Airline at The Business Travel Awards19-01-2010
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has been voted Best Long-Haul Airline at this year’s Business Travel Awards. The award recognises the growth of the airline during the past 12 months, as well as its continued investment in world-class products and excellence in customer service standards.
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Etihad to operate relief cargo flight to Haiti18-01-2010
Etihad Crystal Cargo will operate a special Red Crescent and Khalifa Welfare Foundation charter flight to Haiti on Wednesday 20 January, carrying medical and humanitarian supplies to the earthquake hit country.
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New Philippines country manager appointed13-01-2010
Etihad Airways has appointed Roberto “Bobby” Hukom as its country manager for the Philippines.
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Etihad’s Chief Commercial Officer wins top Sales and Marketing award21-12-2009
Etihad Airways’ Chief Commercial Officer, Peter Baumgartner, has been voted ‘Sales and Marketing Manager of the Year’ at the 2009 Aviation Business Awards.
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Alitalia and Etihad sign Memorandum of Understanding19-12-2009
Alitalia and Etihad Airways today exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that confirms the airlines’ intention to operate a codeshare agreement from the start of the Northern Summer season in April 2010, subject to government approvals.
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Etihad Airways builds on Dublin success 17-12-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has welcomed the 100th cadet pilot to its innovative and expanding flying programme. 
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Etihad receives European certification for its MRO capabilities16-12-2009
Etihad receives European certification for its MRO capabilities
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Etihad wins sponsorship award for F1 Grand Prix15-12-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has picked up top honours at the Arabian Sponsorship Awards for its support of the inaugural Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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UAE's national airline celebrates UAE National Day25-11-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, celebrated the forthcoming United Arab Emirate’s National Day by inviting staff and their families to join in a special celebration at its Abu Dhabi head office.
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A cleaner look proves greener23-11-2009
An initiative originally designed to ensure a clean look to the Etihad fleet has proven to have significant environmental benefits.
The trials of “Permagard”, a polymer coating applied to the exterior of Etihad’s aircraft has demonstrated significant savings in washing water and cleaning fluids, as well as a potential improvement in fuel efficiency from reduced drag on the aircraft. As a result Etihad has now committed to having its entire fleet treated with this clear coating.
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Etihad Airways selects Kronos to improve operational efficiency18-11-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has signed an agreement with leading workforce management software provider, Kronos® Incorporated, to automate and optimize planning and management processes for its 3,900 cabin and flight crew members.
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Etihad Airways awards us $200 million engine overhaul contract to IAE17-11-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has signed a deal which could be worth up to US $200m with International Aero Engines (IAE) to provide a comprehensive engine overhaul and repair service for 14 Airbus aircraft in its narrow-body fleet.
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New Etihad Inflight entertainment system among the best in the skies17-11-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will offer passengers one of the world’s most comprehensive in-flight entertainment systems when it launches its new Panasonic eX2 system next month.
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Etihad Airways awards Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies contract to upgrade Boeing B777 and Airbus A320 fleets17-11-2009
Etihad Airways has unveiled details at the Dubai Air Show of a major investment programme to upgrade its expanding fleet, awarding Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies (ADAT) contracts to upgrade seating and in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems in the airline’s fleet of six Boeing B777 aircraft and 10 of the airline’s Airbus A320s.
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Etihad details us $750 million investment package at Dubai Air Show16-11-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will highlight a US $750 million investment in its workforce, fleet, in-flight service and planning and resourcing systems at this week’s Dubai Air Show.
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Etihad teams-up with Institute of Applied Technology16-11-2009
Etihad Airways has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Institute of Applied Technology (IAT) at the Dubai Air Show which aims to provide students with opportunities to build successful future careers with the national airline of the United Arab Emirates.
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UAE companies launch breakthrough humanitarian initiative16-11-2009
A groundbreaking humanitarian relief aid initiative from the UAE took flight today at the Dubai Air Show 2009. Maximus Air Cargo, the UAE’s largest air cargo solutions provider joined forces with Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), to launch ‘Care by Air’. Supporting members included the UAE Red Crescent and the United Nation World Food Programme (WFP).
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Etihad Airways hosts Dannii Minogue at WTM11-11-2009
Dannii Minogue, X Factor judge, visited the Etihad Airways stand at the World Travel Market to assist with the prize draw for the tickets to the X Factor Final on the 12 December, which were donated by Etihad.
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Etihad to operate double daily flights to Frankfurt11-11-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will increase its Abu Dhabi-Frankfurt services from 10 to 13 per week from 12 December, increasing to a double daily from 28 March 2010.
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Etihad voted the world’s best airline09-11-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has taken the top award at this year’s World Travel Awards (WTA), being voted World’s Leading Airline by more than 180,000 travel industry professionals from over 175 countries.
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New Etihad A330-200 freighter makes first test flight08-11-2009
Etihad Crystal Cargo’s new A330-200 freighter has made its maiden flight over Toulouse in France, where the aircraft manufacturer Airbus is based.
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Etihad signs new codeshare deal with UK's Flybe05-11-2009
Etihad Airways customers around the world will soon be able to fly to a host of new regional airports within the UK, following the signing of a new codeshare agreement with Flybe, the biggest regional airline in Europe.
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Hyderabad joins expanding flight network to India03-11-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched flights to its latest destination in India, the city of Hyderabad.
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Etihad’s Inspired Service wins top marketing award28-10-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, took out the top marketing honour at this year’s Middle East Business Achievement Awards, which were announced in Dubai yesterday during the Leaders in Dubai Business Forum.
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Two Japan destinations to launch in first quarter 201027-10-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will launch services to Nagoya and Tokyo in the first quarter of 2010 – the airline’s first destinations in Japan.
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New hotel partner joins Etihad Guest loyalty programme21-10-2009
Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme from Etihad Airways, has announced another exciting new hotel partner to boost the extensive benefits already available to its half-a-million-plus members - an agreement with the leading international hotel group, Swiss-Belhotel International.
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Etihad Airways to host global airline audit forum21-10-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is to host the 18th Annual Conference of the International Association of Airline Internal Auditors (IAAIA) in the airline’s home base of Abu Dhabi from Sunday, 29 November to Wednesday, 2 December 2009.
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First Etihad Emirati women cadet pilots graduate19-10-2009
Etihad Airways’ first female Emirati cadet pilots - Salma Al-Baloushi and Aisha Al-Mansouri - have successfully graduated from flight training alongside nine male colleagues and gained their airline transport pilot licence (ATPL).
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Etihad Airways resumes flights to Sri Lanka18-10-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is to resume flights to Colombo in Sri Lanka, starting in January 2010.
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Etihad Airways CEO and delegation visit Chicago17-10-2009
James Hogan, Etihad Airways’ chief executive, and members of the airline’s senior management team have hosted a high level gala reception in Chicago to celebrate the launch of Etihad’s flights to the famed ‘windy city’.
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Etihad Airways CEO cites Chicago as key driver to airline's future growth05-10-2009
Etihad Airways’ chief executive James Hogan said on Monday that the United States of America remains a largely untapped market for Etihad Airways and spoke of how the airline’s new Chicago service is set to become an important driver to the airline’s future growth.
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Etihad moves to new home at Heathrow’s Terminal 401-10-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has moved into a new home at London Heathrow – switching its three daily flight departures to Abu Dhabi from Terminal Three to Terminal Four.
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Cape Town becomes second South Africa destination01-10-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will tonight (Wednesday 30 September) launch flights to Cape Town, South Africa’s second most populous city and the country’s leading tourist destination, from its Abu Dhabi home-base.
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Taj becomes latest hotel partner to join Etihad Guest loyalty programme24-09-2009
Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme from Etihad Airways, has announced its latest exciting new hotel partner to boost the extensive benefits already available to its 650,000-plus members - the Indian Hotels Company.
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Etihad branded taxis launched in Manchester17-09-2009
Etihad Airways has unveiled 12 ‘hackney carriage’ Manchester taxis in its unique black and gold livery.
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100th Cadet pilot joins Etihad flying programme16-09-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has welcomed the 100th cadet pilot to its innovative and expanding flying programme. 
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Etihad appoints senior team for new Japanese service06-09-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the appointment of Masatsugu Nishiyori (Nick) and Juan Torres to head up its offices in Japan.
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Etihad set to fly to Hyderabad in November05-09-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is to boost its Indian flying programme with the addition of Hyderabad to its expanding global network.
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Etihad experiences record passenger numbers04-09-2009
Etihad Airways has enjoyed its busiest month ever with more than 616,000 passengers flying onboard the Abu Dhabi-based airline’s flights during July, a nine per cent increase on passenger numbers for July 2008.
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Chicago becomes second us destination for Etihad03-09-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched flights from its Abu Dhabi home-base to the American city of Chicago. Flight EY151 took-off on Wednesday 2 September, landing 14 hours later at Chicago O’Hare International Airport.
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Etihad to open new premium lounge at London Heathrow01-09-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is to open a new premium lounge at London Heathrow airport as part of the airline’s flights moving from Terminal Three to Terminal Four on 30 September 2009.
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Great low fares to celebrate Ramadan29-08-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced a range of special offers for UAE residents to celebrate the Holy month of Ramadan with prices starting from only Dhs 900 for return economy tickets.
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New Etihad Airways first class suite enters service29-08-2009
Etihad Airways has introduced its highly-anticipated new first class suite into service, marking a new era in luxury air travel.
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Etihad Crystal Cargo launches service to Baghdad27-08-2009
Etihad Crystal Cargo, a division of Etihad Airways, is to launch a twice weekly service from its hub at Abu Dhabi airport to Baghdad, the capital of Iraq.
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New business network partner joins Etihad Guest loyalty programme24-08-2009
Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme from Etihad Airways, has announced a partnership with XING, a leading global online network for business contacts. This agreement will further boost the extensive benefits already available to the programme’s 600,000-plus members.
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New winter schedule offers greater flight frequencies23-08-2009
Etihad Airways will offer air travellers a greater choice of flights and improved connections as part of its winter 2009 / 2010 schedule, with a new service to Hyderabad in India and additional services to Athens, Istanbul, Beirut, Cairo, and Kathmandu among the highlights.
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Etihad Airways and American Airlines codeshare gains approval19-08-2009
Air travellers in the UAE now have greater access to the American market, following regulatory approval for a new codeshare agreement between Etihad Airways and American Airlines.
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Cape Town to become second destination in South Africa22-07-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will begin services from its Abu Dhabi home-base to the South African city of Cape Town on 30 September 2009.
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International rugby star visits Abu Dhabi with Etihad21-07-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has welcomed the Harlequins and England rugby star Ugo Monye to Abu Dhabi.
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New hotel partner joins Etihad Guest loyalty programme19-07-2009
Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme from Etihad Airways, has announced an exciting new hotel partner to boost the extensive benefits already available to its half-a-million-plus members - an agreement with the Australian-based hotel group, Rendezvous Hotels and Resorts International (RHI).
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Manchester City FC stars fly into Abu Dhabi16-07-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has welcomed Manchester City FC manager, Mark Hughes, as well as new signings Carlos Tevez, Gareth Barry and Roque Santa Cruz, to Abu Dhabi.
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Etihad Airways opens first overseas premium lounge16-07-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has opened its new premium lounge in Frankfurt, Germany, its first one outside the UAE.
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Etihad Airways invited to join IATA security committee14-07-2009
Etihad Airways has become the first airline in the Middle East to join the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Working Group Committee for Security.
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Etihad appoints new senior VP Corporate Communications13-07-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has appointed Belinda de Rome as its new senior vice president to lead its award-winning corporate communications team.
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Etihad signs codeshare deal with Turkish Airlines12-07-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has signed a codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines.
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Cyprus set to be leading Etihad Holidays destination 10-07-2009
Etihad Holidays, a division of Etihad Airways, continues to offer fantastic packages to Cyprus with the beautiful Mediterranean island set to become one of its leading destinations.
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Etihad Airways and American Airlines announce codeshare agreement09-07-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates and American Airlines have announced details of a proposed new codeshare agreement which, if it receives regulatory approval from the US government, will pave the way for closer commercial cooperation between the two airlines.
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Etihad MOU illustrates growing ambitions in Cyprus06-07-2009
Etihad Airways continues to build upon its commitment to the Cypriot market following the signing of an M.O.U. (memorandum of understanding) agreement with Cyprus Airways which will pave the way for a codeshare between the two airlines.
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Interactive online tour showcases Etihad Experience01-07-2009
Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, has launched an advanced new online ‘micro-site’ which showcases its award-winning in-flight and ground experience.
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Etihad carries Louvre Abu Dhabi masterpieces29-06-2009
Etihad Crystal Cargo continues to play its part in the development of Abu Dhabi as a global cultural centre and recently completed the shipment of priceless artwork for the UAE capital city’s latest exhibition, Talking Art Louvre Abu Dhabi.
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New services for families flying from Abu Dhabi28-06-2009
Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, has extended its services for premium passengers who depart from or transit through Abu Dhabi airport, with the introduction of specially trained nannies to its lounges in Terminal 3.
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Etihad Emiratisation programme passes milestone25-06-2009
Etihad Airways’ innovative Emiratisation programme has passed a major milestone with 150 UAE national trainees now working for the airline.
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Etihad signs-up with fifteenth codeshare partner22-06-2009
Etihad Airways customers around the world will soon be able to fly to the Ukrainian capital Kiev, via Abu Dhabi, following the signing of a new codeshare agreement between the airline and national carrier, Ukraine International Airlines.
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Etihad Airways announces record-breaking US$14 billion aircraft engine order16-06-2009
Etihad Airways has chosen GE Aviation, Rolls-Royce, Engine Alliance* and International Aero Engines (IAE)** to power the new Airbus and Boeing aircraft that it ordered at last year’s Farnborough International Airshow.
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Direct flights launched to Cyprus from Abu Dhabi15-06-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched its inaugural service from its home base at Abu Dhabi to Larnaca, Cyprus.
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Guests recommended to book summer flights early07-06-2009
“Book your summer travel as soon as possible.” That’s the simple message from Etihad Airways as the busiest time of the year for the airline approaches.
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Etihad Airways launches maiden Athens flight04-06-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched its inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi to the Greek capital, Athens.
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Etihad launches flights to Istanbul02-06-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched flights to Istanbul, the commercial capital of Turkey.
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Etihad Airways predicts busy summer at home-base31-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will unveil for the first time its new first class at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which takes place between Tuesday 5 and Friday 8 May at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Istanbul flights set to boost UAE-Turkey relations27-05-2009
The development of political, economic, cultural and tourism bonds between the UAE and Turkey will be further enhanced with the launch of Etihad Airways’ new flights to Istanbul from Monday 1 June.
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Etihad Airways to sponsor Manchester City FC24-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the Abu Dhabi-based national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has signed a three-year deal to be the official shirt sponsor and partner of Premier League side, Manchester City FC. The Etihad Airways brand logo will appear on Manchester City shirts from the summer.
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First Emirati graduate managers complete training21-05-2009
Etihad Airways’ first group of Emirati graduate managers have successfully completed the airline’s graduate management development programme (GMDP).
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Etihad to host second "Abu Dhabi Day" at Chelsea FC14-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the official airline of London-based Chelsea Football Club, will host a special “Abu Dhabi Day” at the English premier league side’s final home match of the season against Blackburn Rovers on Sunday 17 May.
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Etihad's aircraft finance deal wins top award13-05-2009
Etihad's innovative approach to a recent aircraft financing deal has been recognised within the financial community, the second consecutive year the airline’s finance team has won such an accolade.
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Etihad to showcase new First Class at BITE13-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will showcase its new first class at this year’s Bahrain International Travel Expo (BITE), which takes place between 14 and 16 May at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre.
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Etihad launches first flight to Kazakhstan capital11-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched its maiden flight to Astana in Kazakhstan from its Abu Dhabi home base.
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Etihad scoops major honours at Business Traveller awards11-05-2009
Etihad Airways has been voted airline with best business class and airline with the best cabin staff at this year’s Business Traveller Middle East awards.
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Etihad promotes award-winning business class10-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is offering customers in the UAE discounted fares in business class, as part of a new sales promotion to highlight the airline’s award-winning premium services on the ground and in the sky.
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‘High Five’ for Etihad at World Travel Awards06-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has created history by becoming the first airline in the world to win five World Travel Awards in a single ceremony.
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Etihad Airways unveils new first class cabin suite05-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has redefined luxury air travel even further following the unveiling of its new first class cabin suite at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai.
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Take off with Etihad Airways at Ibn Batutta Mall04-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, has landed in Dubai with a Boeing 777 flight simulator, allowing the public to take a break from shopping and test their flying skills at one of the city’s busiest malls.
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Etihad offers UAE travelers last minute e-Deals04-05-2009

Etihad Airways is offering UAE travellers amazing last minute bargain fares, following the launch of an innovative online sales promotion.

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Etihad to unveil new First Class at Arabian Travel Market03-05-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will unveil for the first time its new first class at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which takes place between Tuesday 5 and Friday 8 May at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Etihad Guest scoops top honours at Freddie awards27-04-2009
Etihad Airways’ innovative loyalty programme has been voted the best in no less than four separate categories at this year’s ‘Freddie’ awards, organised by the respected US-based InsideFlyer magazine to recognise the travel industry’s best frequent flyer programmes.
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Etihad to host second “Abu Dhabi Day” at Harlequins23-04-2009
Etihad Airways will once again bring a flavour of the UAE’s capital city to London-based Harlequins rugby football club when the airline hosts the second “Abu Dhabi day” at the Twickenham Stoop stadium on Saturday 25 April.
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Etihad hosts ‘Massa Day’ in Abu Dhabi23-04-2009
Ferrari F1™ driver, Felipe Massa, roared into Abu Dhabi this week on a quick pit-stop that included a visit to Yas Marina Circuit, the venue for the final race of the 2009 Formula 1™ season and potentially the FIA Formula 1™ World Championship decider.
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Etihad strengthens tourism ties down under22-04-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has teamed up with Tourism NSW as part of a joint marketing campaign to strengthen the Abu Dhabi-based airline’s links with Australia.
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Upgrade facility for Etihad Guest frequent flyers09-04-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is offering its most frequent customers the opportunity to upgrade their seats at the airport before they fly.
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The sky’s the limit for Etihad’s Formula 1™ sponsorship08-04-2009
Etihad’s support of the inaugural Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has shifted into a higher gear with the addition of a special F1™ logo on its aircraft.
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Etihad Crystal Cargo gains Cargo 2000 certification07-04-2009
Etihad Crystal Cargo, a division of Etihad Airways, has been awarded the quality certification by the industry body, “Cargo 2000”, and is the first carrier in the Middle East region to make this achievement.
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Formula 1™ tickets selling fast at Etihad shops07-04-2009
Motor racing fans in the UAE have been busy snapping up tickets to the inaugural Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from the five Etihad shops in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Al Ain. More than a thousand tickets were sold from the Etihad shops in the first few days, with many fans queuing outside before the shops opened.
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Etihad to launch destination management company06-04-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is to launch its own destination management company (DMC). The new DMC aims to provide a diverse range of leisure and business activities for visitors to Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
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Etihad to launch flights to Kazakhstan capital05-04-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will launch non-stop flights on Thursday 7 May to Astana in Kazakhstan from its Abu Dhabi home base.
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Best business class Skytrax award for Etihad Airways02-04-2009
Etihad Airways, which began flying less than six years ago, has won the award for having the best business class in the world following a global poll by 16 million air travellers. The national airline of the UAE also won the world’s best business class catering award.
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Etihad launches maiden Melbourne service01-04-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched its maiden to Melbourne from its Abu Dhabi home-base.
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Etihad launches maiden Melbourne service01-04-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched its maiden to Melbourne from its Abu Dhabi home-base.
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Premium cabin promotion for Etihad Guest members31-03-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will offer members of its award-winning Etihad Guest programme the chance to fly in its premium cabins for half the regular miles in April and May.
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Etihad to launch expanded summer schedule29-03-2009
Air travellers can look forward to new destinations, new aircraft and improved flight connections from Etihad Airways this summer, with a new 20 per cent larger seasonal flying programme, which was launched on Sunday, 29 March.
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Abu Dhabi day to return to Chelsea and Harlequins26-03-2009
Etihad Airways will host its innovative “Abu Dhabi Day” in London to coincide with the final home games of the 2008 / 2009 season at Chelsea Football Club and Harlequins Rugby Football Club.
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Five year long service awards for Etihad staff26-03-2009
Etihad Airways has recognised a loyal group of more than a hundred employees who have worked more than five years for the national airline of the United Arab Emirates.
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Etihad completes flight switch programme at Abu Dhabi International Airport25-03-2009
Etihad Airways’ phased move into Terminal 3 at Abu Dhabi International Airport has been successfully completed, with the transfer this week of the final four long haul services from Terminal 1 into the new passenger building.
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Etihad crystal cargo increases African network24-03-2009
Etihad Crystal Cargo, a division of Etihad Airways, will now operate its A300-600 freighter aircraft between Abu Dhabi and Nairobi twice a week following a new interline deal with Astral Aviation.
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Etihad extends codeshare with Brussels Airlines22-03-2009
Etihad Airways is to extend further its expanding global network by providing its customers with access for the first time to destinations in Spain, following the expansion of its existing codeshare agreement with Brussels Airlines of Belgium.
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Australian reception mark launch of Melbourne flights19-03-2009
Excitement continues to build ahead of the launch of Etihad Airways’ flights to Melbourne, with the airline hosting an Australian-themed reception in the UAE’s capital city on Wednesday night.
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Etihad targets seven million passengers in 200918-03-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, aims to increase its passenger numbers in 2009 by 15 per cent to a total of seven million.
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Etihad crowns Leinster as Hurling champions16-03-2009
Etihad Airways, in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority, was proud to present the winning trophy to PJ Ryan, Leinster’s captain at the M.Donnelly Interprovincial Hurling Championship final held at the weekend at the Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club.
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Masdar and Etihad Airways partner to promote sustainability13-03-2009
As part of Abu Dhabi’s ongoing effort to implement innovative sustainability solutions, Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s multi-faceted future energy initiative, and Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today signed an agreement to cooperate across a range of activities to reduce the airline’s carbon footprint through sustainable and energy efficient measures.
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Etihad announces commercial tie-up with Qantas11-03-2009
Etihad Airways has announced details of a new codeshare agreement with Qantas, in a deal which signals the start of closer commercial cooperation between the two airlines.
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Abu Dhabi Na Fianna v Dubai Celts Hurling match announced05-03-2009
Etihad Airways, in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority, has announced that the Abu Dhabi Na Fianna will play the Dubai Celts prior to the M.Donnelly Interprovincial Hurling Championship Final, which takes place on Saturday, March 14.
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Etihad to launch new services to Larnaca02-03-2009
Etihad Airways will in June add Larnaca in Cyprus to its flying programme to Europe from Abu Dhabi.
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Finalists confirmed for Hurling final in Abu Dhabi25-02-2009
The M. Donnelly Inter-Provincial Hurling Championship final which will take place on 14 March at the Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club, will be a battle between the Irish provinces of Connacht and Leinster.
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First Emirati cadet pilots graduate from flight training23-02-2009
Etihad Airways’ first group of Emirati cadet pilots have successfully gained their airline transport pilot licence (ATPL) and graduated from flight training at the Horizon International Flight Academy in Al Ain.
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Etihad to bring major Hurling final to Abu Dhabi20-02-2009
Etihad Airways, in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority, will bring Abu Dhabi its first taste of Irish hurling, one of the world’s fastest sports, when it hosts the M. Donnelly Inter-Provincial Hurling Championship final on Saturday 14 March at 4pm.
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AACO to host regular training at Etihad academy16-02-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will soon begin to host regular Arab Air Carriers Organisation (AACO) training courses at its home base in Abu Dhabi.
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Soccer stars kicks off Chelsea soccer schools10-02-2009
Football-fever has hit the emirate of Abu Dhabi with the kick-off of the second Middle East Chelsea Football Club Soccer Schools, taking place in the capital city and, for the first time, also Al Ain.
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Spotlight on Melbourne in new Etihad promotion05-02-2009
Etihad Holidays, a division of Etihad Airways, has launched its latest “World Deals” promotion which features four Australian destinations along with a host of exciting cities and beach locations across Thailand, Malaysia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States.
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Etihad offers special fares for UAE customers05-02-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will begin flights to the US city of Chicago from Wednesday 2 September, 2009. The route will be served initially three times a week and will increase to daily flights from Thursday 1 October, 2009.
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Etihad cites Milan success to Italian minister05-02-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, this week emphasised the importance of Italy to its global flight network and outlined plans to increase flights to the country, following a visit to Abu Dhabi by the Italian tourism minister.
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Etihad steps up Emiratisation drive04-02-2009
Hundreds of young UAE nationals have expressed interest in working for Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, following the first day of the Abu Dhabi Recruitment Show 2009.
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Chicago to become Etihad’s second US destination03-02-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will begin flights to the US city of Chicago from Wednesday 2 September, 2009. The route will be served initially three times a week and will increase to daily flights from Thursday 1 October, 2009.
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Etihad codeshare boost for Kuwaiti travellers28-01-2009
Etihad Airways is to provide Kuwait-based air travellers with greater access to its expanding global network, following the signing of a new code share agreement with Kuwait Airways on flights between Kuwait and Abu Dhabi.
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Etihad set to extend European network to Istanbul27-01-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is set to boost its flying programme to Europe with the addition of its latest new route to Istanbul in Turkey.
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Etihad launches Melbourne prize Golf competition26-01-2009
Etihad Airways is offering two return economy tickets to Melbourne in a competition on its new dedicated golf website www.etihad-golf.com following the success of its “shot from the yacht” challenge, held on the eve of last week’s Abu Dhabi Golf Championship.
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Irish business travel award for second year running26-01-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has scooped two major awards at the 17th annual Irish Travel Trade News Awards.
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Etihad appoints Iran manager25-01-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirate, has appointed Nabil Matarweh Hijazine as the airline’s country manager for Iran.
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Etihad fly-by at Al Ain Aerobatic show22-01-2009
Visitors to this month’s Al Ain Aerobatic Show will be treated to a unique fly-by from Etihad Airways’ recently unveiled Formula 1™ branded aircraft.
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Etihad to codeshare with Bangkok Airways21-01-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is to extend further its expanding global network by providing its customers with greater access to destinations in Asia, following the signing of a new codeshare agreement with Thailand’s Bangkok Airways.
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Etihad Airways’ USD 110 million new Airbus aircraft, financed by Al- Hilal Bank, lands in Abu Dhabi20-01-2009
Al Hilal Bank, the freshest face in Islamic Banking, sees the realisation of its USD 110 million aircraft financing facility with Etihad Airways in the delivery of the airline’s latest A340-600 aircraft.
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New regional general manager sales team in place20-01-2009
Etihad Airways has re-structured its regional general manager (RGM) sales team to reflect better the ongoing expansion of Etihad’s route network and the airline’s focus moving forward.
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Narrow body aircraft receive GCAA certification19-01-2009
Etihad Airways has received full approval from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) for its narrow body aircraft, the Airbus A319 and Airbus A320, to operate in Category III B (CAT III B) low visibility conditions at Abu Dhabi airport.
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Melbourne holidays debut in “World deals” promotion18-01-2009
Etihad Holidays, a division of Etihad Airways, has launched its first packages to the Australian city of Melbourne, with deals starting from Dhs 4,480 for a four night stay and return economy tickets.
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Etihad to codeshare with Aer Arann18-01-2009
Etihad Airways is to extend further its expanding global network by providing its customers with greater access to destinations in Ireland, following the signing of a new codeshare agreement with Aer Arann, of Ireland.
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Golf’s four “Majors” trophies land in Abu Dhabi16-01-2009
Fans and spectators attending this week’s Abu Dhabi Golf Championship (ADGC) are in for a real treat with the news that Etihad Airways will display the four golf “Major” trophies at the airline’s stand in the tented village.
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World cup star to coach at Chelsea soccer schools15-01-2009
Football-fever is set to hit the emirate of Abu Dhabi in February when World Cup 1998 and Euro 2000 winner Marcel Desailly makes his debut at the Chelsea Soccer Schools which will take place at Zayed Sports City in the capital city and also, for the first time, Al Ain.
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Etihad launches “My first golf lesson” programme15-01-2009
Children taking part in Etihad Airways’ new children’s golf programme at Abu Dhabi’s Emirates Palace Hotel were given VIP treatment by current US Masters Champion, Trevor Immelman.
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Etihad to launch new service to Athens15-01-2009
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is set to boost its flying programme to Europe with the addition of a major new route to Athens.
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Immelman success in “Shot from the yacht” challenge14-01-2009
Etihad Airways, a diamond sponsor of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship, has once again made the headlines on the eve of the European Tour event by hosting another of its innovative challenges, this year involving reigning US Masters champion Trevor Immelman.
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Etihad chairman recognised for contribution to aviation14-01-2009
The substantial contribution made to Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates by one of its original founders and chairman, His Highness Dr Sheikh Ahmed bin Saif Al Nahyan, has been recognised with a prestigious lifetime achievement award.
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Etihad unveils latest Formula 1 branded aircraft08-01-2009
With the inaugural Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix taking place later this year on 1 November Etihad has accelerated towards the starting grid by painting one of its wide-body Airbus aircraft with an iconic special F1 livery.
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Etihad “Putting” challenge returns to Al Wahda mall08-01-2009
Etihad Airways is offering golf fans the chance to win tickets to its latest destination, Melbourne, with the return of the airline’s innovative golfing challenge for shoppers at one of Abu Dhabi’s leading shopping malls.
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Record passenger growth tops impressive year04-01-2009

Etihad Airways flew more than six million passengers in 2008, a 34 per cent jump on 2007.
The growth during 2008, Etihad’s fifth year of operations, saw passenger numbers total 6,021,931 and the average seat factor rise from 68 per cent to 75 per cent. The airline has also taken delivery of nine new aircraft boosting its fleet to a total of 42.

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Etihad Holidays launches winter Ski brochure22-12-2008
Snowboarders and skiers in the UAE can now book a trip to the slopes with Etihad Holidays following the launch of its winter holiday programme.
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Etihad welcomes third class of graduate managers21-12-2008
The third group of Etihad Airways Emirati graduate managers has started training at the airline’s training academy in Abu Dhabi.
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Etihad awarded flying rights to Japan18-12-2008
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has been awarded rights to start a five-flights-a-week service from its Abu Dhabi home base to the Japanese capital Tokyo, from March 2010.
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Loyalty programme tops half a million members17-12-2008
Etihad Airways continues to pass major milestones during 2008 - the airline’s fifth year of operation - with the news that the 500,000th customer has enrolled with the airline’s award-winning Etihad Guest loyalty programme.
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Etihad wins ‘Airline of the Year’ award15-12-2008
Etihad Airways has been voted ‘airline of the year’ at the 2008 Arabian Business Achievement Awards, the latest in a series of prestigious accolades that the national airline of the United Arab Emirates has collected in recent months.
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Etihad wins major award in USA14-12-2008
Etihad Airways has been voted the airline with the best business class service from the United States to the Middle East by the readers of the American monthly consumer magazine, Business Traveler USA.
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Etihad set to resume Bangkok flights04-12-2008
Etihad Airways will tomorrow resume its twice a day flight programme between Abu Dhabi and Bangkok following the re-opening of Suvarnabhumi airport.
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Etihad voted world’s leading first class airline03-12-2008
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has been voted the ‘world’s leading first class airline’ at this year’s World Travel Awards.
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Almaty flights launched from Abu Dhabi03-12-2008
Etihad Airways has launched its first flight from Abu Dhabi to the Kazakhstan commercial capital, Almaty, bringing to 50 the number of destinations served by the fast-growing national airline of the United Arab Emirates.
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Etihad launches maiden Moscow flight01-12-2008
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched its maiden Moscow flight from its home-base at Abu Dhabi airport.
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Etihad secures US $210 million aircraft financing25-11-2008
Etihad Airways has agreed aircraft financing facilities worth more than US $210 million to acquire two new Airbus A340-600 wide-body aircraft to add to its expanding fleet.
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Etihad wins major European sponsorship award24-11-2008
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has won the ‘European Sponsorship of the Year’ award in the business to consumer category for its sponsorship of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) hurling in Ireland.
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Etihad junior rugby tournament scores success24-11-2008
This inaugural Etihad Airways Junior Rugby Festival has been heralded a major success by players and officials who took part in the junior tournament which brought the event to a close at Al Ghazal Golf Club last weekend in Abu Dhabi.
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Etihad wins ‘Airlines of the year’ award20-11-2008
Etihad Airways has been voted ‘airline of the year’ at the 2008 Aviation Business Awards, the latest in a series of prestigious accolades that the national airline of the United Arab Emirates has collected in recent months.
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Etihad VP wins top Aviation Award16-11-2008
Etihad Airways’ vice president of international affairs, Mr Vijay Poonoosamy, has been presented with an Udyog Rattan award in India for his “outstanding contribution to the international aviation”.
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Chelsea footballers visit World Travel Market12-11-2008
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates showcased its latest international sports sponsorships, expanding route network and award-winning products and services at this year’s World Travel Market (WTM) at ExCeL in London.
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Russian reception marks launch of Moscow flights11-11-2008
Excitement continues to build ahead of the launch of Etihad Airways’ flights to Moscow, with the airline hosting a Russian-themed reception in the UAE’s capital city on Monday night.
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Etihad voted airline of the year at British Travel Awards09-11-2008
Etihad Airways has been voted ‘Airline of the Year’ at this year’s British Travel Awards, in recognition of its tremendous growth, product and service innovation and world leading customer service.
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Rugby stars jet into Abu Dhabi to train youngsters05-11-2008
Etihad Airways and Harlequins Rugby Club have launched the first Rugby Schools event in Abu Dhabi which will see seven to 14 year olds take part in specialist training clinics with star players from the London club such as Will Skinner and English full international David Strettle.
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Fuel saving measures to save Etihad Dhs 73 Miilion in 200803-11-2008
Etihad Airways is set to trim its annual aviation fuel bill by Dh 73 million (US $20 million) thanks to a series of innovative efficiency measures.
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Etihad scores a hat trick at world travel awards29-10-2008
Etihad Airways has scooped top honours at the World Travel Awards (WTA), picking up a hat trick of successes including the top accolades for the Middle East’s leading airline, leading first class and leading travel website.
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Etihad Airways adds four extra Sydney flights28-10-2008
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will from today increase from seven to 11 the number of services from Sydney to its home base in Abu Dhabi.
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Etihad appoints new recruitment chief27-10-2008
Etihad Airways has appointed Dr. Salwa Al-Noaimi as the airline’s new vice president recruitment.
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Etihad unveils latest global sports sponsorship deal23-10-2008
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has extended its growing array of international sports sponsorships to Australia in a new deal which will see the famous Telstra Dome in Melbourne re-named from early next year as the Etihad Stadium.
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Etihad expands full-flight simulator fleet21-10-2008
Etihad Airways continues to expand its pilot training facilities in Abu Dhabi following the arrival of its first A320 full-flight simulator (FFS) from Canadian manufacturer, CAE.
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First international cadet pilots join Etihad programme21-10-2008
Etihad Airways continues to expand its innovative cadet pilot programme with the first international group of cadet pilots starting to train in the UAE.
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James Hogan wins “Aviation CEO of the year” award14-10-2008
Etihad Airways chief executive James Hogan has won the prestigious title of “Aviation CEO of the Year" at the CEO Middle East Awards 2008.
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Etihad set to increase winter flying programme13-10-2008
Air travellers can look forward to two new destinations, a greater choice of Etihad Airways services and significantly improved flight connections at its Abu Dhabi base, when the new winter flying programme starts on Sunday 26 October.
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F1 World champion opens latest Etihad Holidays shop09-10-2008
The opening of Etihad Holidays’ newest holiday shop in Abu Dhabi’s Marina Mall got off to a roaring start with a visit by reigning Formula One world champion Kimi Raikkonen.
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Etihad extends codeshare with Sri Lankan Airlines07-10-2008
Etihad Airways is to provide its customers with access to the luxury holiday destination of the Maldives, following an extension of its existing codeshare agreement with Sri Lankan Airlines.
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Etihad Airways continues to set new records06-10-2008
Etihad Airways continues to set new records in 2008 with its latest passenger figures for the first nine months which show a 35 per cent rise on the same period last year.
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Etihad extends chauffeur service to Geneva customers30-09-2008
Etihad Airways continues to enhance the experience it offers its customers on the ground with the introduction of a complimentary new luxury chauffeur service for its premium customers travelling to and from Geneva airport in Switzerland.
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Etihad scoops website award28-09-2008
Etihad Airways has won the 2008 ‘WebAward’ for ‘outstanding achievement in website development in recognition of industry-wide praise for its innovative online marketing strategy.
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Etihad gives F1 champ preview of new Abu Dhabi race circuit25-09-2008
Reigning Formula One world champion and Ferrari driver, Kimi Raikkonen, was treated to a more unusual view of Abu Dhabi’s new grand prix circuit, when invited onto the flight deck of an Etihad Airways flight simulator.
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Etihad to codeshare with Malaysia Airlines15-09-2008
Etihad Airways is to extend further its expanding global network by providing its customers with greater access to destinations in Asia, following the signing of a new codeshare agreement with Malaysia Airlines.
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Etihad to launch flights to Nigeria26-08-2008
Etihad Airways is to start flights next year to Nigeria from Abu Dhabi. The airline will operate four services a week to Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital, and Abuja, the country’s capital city.
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Etihad appoints new Malaysia country manager20-08-2008
Etihad Airways has appointed Adam Phillips as the airline’s new country manager for Malaysia.
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Etihad Moscow flights to launch in December18-08-2008
Etihad Airways will launch flights to the Russian capital, Moscow, from its Abu Dhabi home base on Monday 1 December 2008 and with flights to the Kazakhstan capital, Almaty, commencing the following day on Tuesday 2 December.
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Etihad launches ‘Unaccompanied Baggage’ service13-08-2008
Etihad Airways has started a new service to allow its customers to send heavy or excess quantities of baggage before they fly.
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Etihad becomes first Gulf airline to fly to Belarus06-08-2008
Etihad Airways became the first airline from the Gulf region to fly to Belarus this week when the Abu Dhabi-based carrier launched a twice-weekly service to the country’s capital, Minsk
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Etihad launches daily flights to Chennai and Kozhikode01-08-2008
Etihad Airways has boosted its flying programme to India with the launch this week of daily flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (Madras) and Kozhikode (Calicut).
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Etihad to launch flights to Melbourne in 200928-07-2008
Etihad Airways will launch non-stop daily services from its Abu Dhabi home-base to Melbourne, Australia from March 2009.
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Etihad makes dream-come-true for cabin crew member25-07-2008
Etihad Airways has made the dream-come-true for a member of its 3,000-strong cabin crew team based in Abu Dhabi with a brand new Mini Cooper car, the top prize in a competition designed to boost sales of onboard duty free gifts.
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Etihad to launch flights to Kazakhstan in December23-07-2008
Etihad Airways will launch flights on 2 December to Almaty in Kazakhstan from its Abu Dhabi home base.
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Etihad wins major Global Aviation Award21-07-2008
Etihad Airways has been voted the airline with the “best marketing strategy“ at this year’s Airline Business awards, receiving critical acclaim for its strong brand identity and the innovative sponsorship programmes with its sporting and cultural partners across the world.
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Etihad places order for up to 205 aircraft14-07-2008
Etihad Airways has placed today one of the largest aircraft orders in commercial aviation history at the Farnborough International Airshow in the UK.
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Etihad places firm orders for 45 Boeing aircraft14-07-2008
Etihad Airways announced today firm orders for 45 Boeing aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow in the UK. The list price for the order is more than US $9 billion.
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Etihad places 55 firm aircraft orders with Airbus14-07-2008
Etihad Airways today announced firm orders for 55 aircraft with manufacturer Airbus at the Farnborough International Airshow in the UK. The list price for the order is approximately US $12 billion.
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Etihad appoints “Safety, Security and Quality” Chief07-07-2008
Etihad Airways has appointed Mohamed Abubaker Farea as the airline’s new vice president safety, security and quality.
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Fourth class of Emirati cadet pilots begin training02-07-2008
Etihad Airways’ innovative Emirati cadet pilot programme has achieved another milestone with the fourth class of students starting their training towards becoming a fully qualified pilot with the Abu Dhabi-based airline.
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Etihad flying high in first half of 200801-07-2008
Etihad Airways continues to enjoy a record-breaking 2008 with its latest passenger figures for the first six months flying high with a 41 per cent rise on the same period last year.
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New appointment to focus on new Midfield terminal25-06-2008
Etihad Airways has announced the appointment of Greg Brennan as the airline’s new project manager for the new Abu Dhabi midfield terminal, which is due to open in 2012.
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Etihad to increase London Heathrow flights24-06-2008
Etihad Airways will expand its flying programme in October to the United Kingdom and add a third daily flight from its Abu Dhabi home base to London’s Heathrow airport.
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Etihad Guest charity donations pass 500,000 miles18-06-2008
Members of Etihad Airways’ loyalty programme, Etihad Guest, have donated more than half a million ‘miles’ to humanitarian and environmental charities and projects across the world through the scheme’s innovative reward shop.
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Etihad to launch Minsk service in August17-06-2008
Etihad Airways will become to the first airline from the Gulf region to fly to Belarus when the Abu Dhabi-based carrier launches its twice weekly flights to the country’s capital, Minsk, on 5 August 2008.
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Etihad praised for efforts to enhance document verification checks16-06-2008
Etihad Airways has been commended by the Australian government for its work in preventing improperly documented passengers using the airline to travel to Australia.
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Etihad appoints new Australia country manager13-06-2008
Etihad Airways has appointed Lindsay White as the airline’s country manager in Australia. He takes over from Cramer Ball who has been promoted to Etihad’s regional general manager for Asia Pacific South and Australasia.
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Additional Etihad summer service to Geneva 11-06-2008
Etihad Airways is set to boost its summer Geneva service from Sunday 22 June, as a result of increased demand from leisure travellers wishing to visit Switzerland’s second biggest city.
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Etihad to codeshare with Jet Airways10-06-2008

Etihad Airways is to extend further its expanding global network by providing its customers with greater access to the Indian sub-continent, following the signing of a new codeshare agreement with Indian carrier, Jet Airways.

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Etihad Holidays unveils regional expansion plans03-06-2008
Etihad Holidays, a division of Etihad Airways, has unveiled ambitious plans to expand its franchise of innovative and interactive holiday shops across the UAE and the GCC and open up to 12 new outlets during the next two years.
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Etihad appoints new Senior Customer Services role28-05-2008
Etihad Airways has appointed Lorna Dalziel as the airline’s new regional manager airport operations for Europe and Americas.
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Etihad Crystal Cargo carries Picasso masterpieces27-05-2008
Etihad Crystal Cargo, a division of Etihad Airways, has been given the privileged role of shipping more than 180 Pablo Picasso masterpieces from Paris to Abu Dhabi ahead of the opening of the world renowned artist’s exhibition in the UAE’s capital city.
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Etihad to forge closer links with Malayasia Airlines22-05-2008
Etihad Airways is set to forge closer links with Malaysia Airlines, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding which will potentially see the two national airlines add destinations to their international networks and offer frequent flyer benefits offered to their respective customers.
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Etihad Emirati Technical Engineers head to Australia22-05-2008
Etihad Airways’ growing Emiratisation scheme has achieved another impressive milestone with the inaugural class of technical engineer trainees commencing their core course training at the Aviation Australia maintenance centre in Brisbane.
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Third class of Emirati cadet pilots starts training20-05-2008
Etihad Airways’ third class of Emirati cadet pilots has begun flight training at the Horizon International Flight Academy in Al Ain.
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Etihad opens new Business class lounge18-05-2008
Etihad Airways has opened a new business lounge at its Abu Dhabi airport home base which offers the airline’s business class customers a wealth of state-of-the-art relaxation and entertainment facilities in addition to around-the-clock dining.
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Emirati Cadet Pilots complete first solo flight18-05-2008
Etihad Airways’ inaugural class of Emirati cadet pilots has achieved the first major milestone in their flying careers, the completion of a solo flight.
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Etihad sets dates for new Indian flights15-05-2008
Etihad Airways will launch flights on 1 August 2008 from its Abu Dhabi home base to Kozhikode (Calicut) and Chennai (Madras).
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Etihad makes its BITE debut12-05-2008
Etihad Airways will showcase its expanding route network, latest international sports sponsorships and award-winning products and services at this year’s Bahrain International Travel Expo (BITE), which takes place between 14 and 17 May at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre.
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Etihad scoops top honours at Business Traveller Awards06-05-2008
Etihad Airways has been voted “airline with the best cabin staff and “airline with the best economy class” at this year’s Business Traveller Middle East awards.
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Etihad extends chauffeur service to Paris customers06-05-2008
Etihad Airways continues to enhance the experience it offers its customers on the ground with the introduction of a new luxury complimentary chauffeur service for its premium customers travelling to and from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport.
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Etihad appoints new China County Manager.04-05-2008
Etihad Airways has appointed Mr Tang Hoe Kun as its new country manager for China to help lead the airline’s growing presence in the airline’s newest market.
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Etihad achieves E-Ticket target one month early01-05-2008
Etihad Airways has comfortably met the 1 June deadline, set by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), for paper tickets to be scrapped.
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Bon Jovi take “Lost Highway” to Abu Dhabi with Etihad

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Etihad Airways will bring music to the ears of Abu Dhabi rock fans later this month when it flies American music legends, Bon Jovi, into the UAE’s capital city to perform the first – and only – Middle East concert in the band’s forthcoming world tour.
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Etihad to host “Abu Dhabi Day” at Harlequins Rugby Club28-04-2008
Etihad Airways will bring a flavour of the UAE’s capital city to London-based Harlequins rugby football club (RFC) when the airline hosts the first ever “Abu Dhabi day” at the Twickenham Stoop stadium on Sunday 4 May.
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Etihad scoops Best Airline Website award28-04-2008
Etihad Airways continues to receive industry-wide praise for its innovative online marketing strategy after winning the “best airline website” accolade at this year’s Pan Arab Web Awards.
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Etihad Crystal Cargo and Cargoitalia sign partnership  02-04-2008
Etihad Crystal Cargo, a division of Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, has signed an interline agreement and a codeshare arrangement with Cargoitalia, the Italian private freighter airline operating from Milan’s Malpensa airport.
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Etihad flying high in First Quarter01-04-2008
Etihad Airways has enjoyed a record-breaking first quarter and remains on track to achieve its 2008 target of carrying six million passengers by the end of the year.
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Etihad sponsors All-Ireland Hurling Championships 23-03-2008
Etihad has strengthened ties with Ireland by becoming a lead sponsor and official airline of the famous All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championships.
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Etihad Unveils Ferrari F1 Sponsorship Deal13-03-2008
Etihad Airways has signed a three-year deal sponsorship deal with the Ferrari F1 team, the current Formula One world championship holders. 
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Etihad set to launch expanded summer schedule01-03-2008
Air travellers can look forward to a greater choice of Etihad Airways services and improved flight connections, with a new summer flying programme set to be launched on 30 March which will be 47 per cent larger than the same period last year.
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Etihad helps drive economic growth in UAE 27-02-2008
A major new study by a leading UK think tank shows that Etihad is set to support the creation of more than 100,000 jobs in the UAE during the next 10 years.
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Etihad unveils New International TV Commercial05-02-2008
Etihad Airways is to launch its latest international television advertising campaign as the Abu Dhabi-based airline experiences a record-breaking start to the year.
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Etihad scoops Irish business travel award 27-01-2008
Etihad has won the title of ‘best business class airline’ at the Irish Travel Trade News Awards.
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Etihad builds on Dublin services 15-01-2008
Flights to Dublin are to increase from six a week to a daily service from March 30, 2008.
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Etihad achieves huge passenger growth in 200715-01-2008
Etihad Airways has revealed its best ever passenger figures for 2007, a huge 67 per cent rise on the previous year.
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Etihad unveils Formula 1™ branded aircraft07-01-2008
To celebrate Etihad Airways’ recently announced title sponsorship of next year’s inaugural FORMULA 1™ Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the airline has re-painted one of its aircraft in the livery of a racing car.
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Etihad voted the best First class airline09-12-2007
Etihad Airways has been voted “airline with best first class service in the world” by the readers of the monthly consumer magazine, Business Traveller U.S.A.
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