Hamad International
Airport, the home hub of Qatar Airways, recently earned the first
“5-Star Airport” award in the Middle East. It becomes only
the sixth airport in the world to achieve the honor.
“This
just proves that Qatar Airways passengers enjoy a five-star
experience on the ground in our Doha home, as well as in the air in
our thoroughly modern fleet,” Akbar Al Baker, chief executive of
Qatar Airways Group, said. “We are thrilled to have received
this well-deserved accolade, and on behalf of Qatar Airways, I would
like to offer congratulations to everyone involved in making this
exquisite airport a reality.”
The Skytrax “5-Star
Airport” rating is given to airports that the United Kingdom-based
service deems provide the highest overall quality performance. It is
based on factors like customer service, airport facilities, shopping
outlets, immigration and security.
The Hamad airport has
earned several awards since its 2014 opening, including the “Best
Airport Award” at the 2015 Future Travel Experience Asia Awards and
being named the Middle East’s best airport by Skytrax in both 2015
and 2016.
“Hamad International Airport is built
around what is most important for our passengers: convenience and
service, delivered in a setting that is more than just thoughtful and
welcoming, but beautiful as well,” Al Baker said. “The
Qatar Airways experience is truly replicated in this stunning
building, and we are now more proud than ever to call it our home.”
