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Observer
30-06-2025
- Business
- Observer
Oman Air set to join Oneworld Alliance today
Oman Air will join the Oneworld alliance on June 30, offering integration of loyalty programmes and IT systems, and bookings across partner airlines. Oman Air will integrate its Sindbad Gold and Silver programs with Oneworld's Saphaire and Ruby. Earlier speaking to the Observer, Con Korfiatis,CEO, Oman Air, said, 'Joining the Oneworld alliance significantly enhances our network footprint, through the alliance partnerships, because we'll never be the size of an airline where we fly to every point in the world. We will rely on partners to assist in offering a broader network to offer to our customer base. We already have some relationships with some of the Oneworld members, but it's going to be significantly expanded.' He added, 'Going back double daily into London in October will help in terms of opening up connectivity to North and South America as well, and again through our alliance partners.' According to the CEO, 'In terms of airlines flying into Muscat, that decision has to be made by them. But obviously through their distribution and our connectivity and the broader network, we are driving more passengers onto the aircraft, which allows us to grow as well, whether it's coming in on our partners' flights or it's coming in through us operating more flights and having more aircraft in time as well.' Korfiatis said, 'The new Dreamliner aircraft will be operated to Amsterdam from July 1. We will be looking at more aircraft in 2026-27 and are not worried about not having enough aircraft. If we've got the business and the traffic, the fulfilment of aircraft are not is not going to be a problem.' The airline will offer 15 or 16 percent more seats than last year to Salalah. Screenshot 2025-06-30 100606 Oneworld is a global airline alliance consisting of 14 member airlines. It was founded on February 1, 1999.
Trade Arabia
15-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Oman Air to launch flights to Amsterdam on July 1
Oman Air has announced the launch of fights between Muscat and Amsterdam, marking the airline's 11th destination in Europe. Starting July 1, the airline will fly direct between Muscat and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol four times per week. The new route was announced at a signing ceremony attended by Con Korfiatis, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Oman Air, and Pieter van Oord, CEO of Royal Schiphol Group, during His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik's state visit to the Netherlands. 'We're proud to enter Amsterdam, marking our first direct connection to this vibrant city. As we continue to grow, we focus on destinations that not only align with our strategic goals but also offer long-term opportunities for tourism and business exchange. Europe is our second largest market in terms of revenue and Amsterdam represents a key hub in the region for business and leisure travel. Moreover, the growing economic ties with Oman make it an ideal addition to our expanding European network,' said Korfiatis. Van Oord added: 'We are delighted to welcome Oman Air to Amsterdam and have a direct connection between Amsterdam and Muscat. This direct link marks a significant milestone in strengthening ties between our two countries and enhancing connectivity for travellers in both directions. I am convinced that both countries will benefit from this connection.' Amsterdam will mark the first new route after Oman Air joins the oneworld Alliance, the benefits of which will include access to the oneworld Lounge at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for Business Class, oneworld Emerald & Sapphire and Sindbad Gold & Silver customers. The Muscat-Amsterdam service, which will initially run during the summer season, will be operated by the latest generation B787-9 aircraft. – TradeArabia News Service
