AIRLINES & AIRPORTS

Qatar Airways Unveils Premium Class Terminal At Doha International Airport
29/11/2006
Qatar Airways has opened the world's only dedicated First and Business Class terminal at Doha International Airport.
The new Premium Terminal opened to passengers on November 26, a week before the start of the 15th Asian Games taking place in Doha. Qatar Airways is the Official Airline and Prestige Partner of what promises to be the biggest and best ever event in Asian Games history.
Chairman of Qatar's Civil Aviation Authority, Abdul Aziz Al Nuaimi, joined Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker, local dignitaries, airport officials, travel agents, tour operators, corporates and media for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Premium Terminal Sunday followed by a full tour of the facility.
Built in just nine months at a cost of US$90 million, the 10,000 sqm Premium Terminal features facilities ranging from exclusive check-in, duty-free shopping, conference rooms, nursery and play area to spa treatment rooms, sauna, jacuzzi and fine dining restaurants. Water features are evident throughout the Premium Terminal helping to create tranquil and serene surroundings.
The innovative facilities are designed to provide Qatar Airways' most loyal customers with the best levels of comfort and hospitality prior to catching their flight. The development is part of a US$200 million expansion at Doha International Airport.