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Oman Air Hosts Gulf Flight Safety Association Conference

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, recently hosted the Gulf Flight Safety Association (GFSA) meeting at the Hormuz Grand Hotel, Muscat, in association with Boeing. In attendance were delegates from Boeing, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Oman Transport Safety Bureau (OTSB), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), Oman Air, Royal Flight Oman, Presidential Flight AD, Royal Air Force, Royal Oman Police, Air Navigation Services of Oman, Petroleum Development Oman, Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries (SAEI), Minerals Development Oman, Middle East Airlines, Gulf Air, Saudia Airlines, Emirates, Oman Airports, Transom, Flynas, Al Sharqiya Aviation, Unified Aviation, Salam Air, Qatar Airways, Flydubai, Skyart, Aerogulf Services, and MB Group. The first day of the meeting involved workshops, pres entations and discussions on various relevant topics with the participation of working groups from Flight Operations, Flight Data Forum, Ground Operations, Cabin Safety and Helicopters. The workshops allowed participants to present, share and discuss best practice and safety related matters in a confidential environment. Additionally, the y provided an opportunity to network, exchange information and experience s , as well as discuss safety matters specific to the post-COVID era . The second and final day of the meeting included presentations from each subgroup covering their key focus areas , includ ing ‘ Global Aerospace Safety Initiatives ’ by Boeing ; and ‘ Global Data Management Program, Incident Database Analysis, Flight Data Exchange Analysis, Benefits to Ope rat ors and Safety Enhancement Initiatives ’ by IATA. Captain Fahd Cynndy, the GFSA Chairman and CEO of SAEI , presented ‘ MRO Safety and its Relationship with the Aviation Ecosystem ’ . Meanwhile, Captain Waheed Al Subhi, Sen ior Manager - Safety and Emergency R esponse Planning , presented Oman Air ’s fleet, achievements, and safety challenges. An engaging panel discussion was conducted on the challenges of Safety Management System implementation, safety leadership, and change ma nagement. Captain Nasser Al Salmi, Chief Operating Officer at Oman Air , welcomed the delegates and emphasised the importance of such meetings , as well as e xpress ing his appreciation t o the GFSA Chairman, Captain Fahd Cynndy, for the opportunity to hold the prestigious event in Sultanate of Oman. The Gulf Flight Safety Association was originally founded in Oman in 2004 by a group of Gulf-based safety professionals from va rious aviation companies located within the GCC region. The group meets quarterly to discuss safety improvement initiative s, as well as coordinating with international bodies like IATA and ICAO. Captain Waheed Khalfan Al Subhi concluded the event by thanking the attendees, Boeing, and the management of GFSA for ensuring the success of th e meeting. The GFSA Chairman also exte nded his thanks to Oman Air for their hospitality . Learn more about the GFSA at www.GFSA.me
14 November 2023
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Oman Air Hosts ERIL Event

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, recently hosted the Emirates Regional Immigration Liaison (ERIL) team for a Documents Verification Workshop at the Novotel Muscat Airport. Organised by the airline’s Security department, the event was part of ongoing cooperation between ERIL member states, airlines and key border officials, to prevent travel on fraudulent documents, deter illegal immigration and human trafficking cases, increase early intervention, and identify and respond appropriately. During the workshop, Oman Air’s Document Verification Unit (DVU) was recognised for its achievement in intercepting more than 350 cases of immigration forgery across its network during 2022, which were then transferred to the relevant local authorities. Alauddin Al Ali, Senior Manager - Airline Security at Oman Air, said, “Security is paramount to our operations as an airline and it is key for us to develop strong networks with Liaison Officers, airlines, officials and organisations like ERIL, from a range of countries. Through the frequent exchange of information and tools, we are able to stay updated on trends and issues in security and fraud, prevent and disrupt such cases, and above all, protect the safety of our guests.” ERIL is a multi-agency group composed of representatives from all over the world, who collaborate to combat illegal migration through joint disruption efforts, information sharing, and training. ERIL member states include Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United State of America.
14 November 2023
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Oman Air Holidays & Saudi International Travel Company (SITC) formalize strategic partnership to promote growth opportunities for their domestic leisure and tourism sectors.

Oman Air Holidays, the Sultanate of Oman’s leading provider of flight and hotel packages, has signed a strategic partnership with Saudi International Travel Company (SITC), a leading provider of travel and tourism services since 1983, with the aim to promote domestic tourism offerings in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Sultanate of Oman. The partnership reflects both organizations’ commitment to provide an extensive range of bespoke tours and packages that combine the very best hospitality, leisure, and tourism experiences in the Middle East. The agreement paves the way for Saudi International Travel Company (SITC) to offer its travel and tourism services to passengers traveling to Saudi Arabia on Oman Air for business, leisure or investment purposes. The strategic partnership will focus on offering wide-ranging recreational options and turnkey travel and tourism services for visitors arriving to the Kingdom from Oman and strengthening cooperation between both countries. Mundher Al Shaikhani​, Senior Manager at Oman Air Holidays, said, “The partnership between Oman Air Holidays and Saudi International Travel Company (SITC) will strengthen the relationship between the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the delivery of innovative holiday products and services, and will contribute to the tremendous growth potential of both countries’ tourism ecosystems. This aligns closely with the objectives of Oman’s Vision 2040 and the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.” Mr. Sultan Suleiman, Chief Executive Officer of Saudi International Travel Company, said, “The partnership enhances strategic cooperation based on the innovative approach followed by private companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to expand investment opportunities across markets with the aim of developing and providing a series of distinctive, high-efficiency tourism services in both the Saudi and Omani markets.” Since June 2021, Saudi International Travel Company has been providing Institutional Quarantine accommodation for Oman Air Holidays’ guests who arrive in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Oman Air flights.
14 November 2023
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Oman Air Holidays Partners with Muzn Islamic Banking

Oman Air Holidays Partners with Muzn Islamic Banking to Offer Flexible Financing Plans for Umrah Travelers Continuing to elevate the travel experience, Oman Air Holidays has partnered with Muzn, National Bank of Oman’s Islamic banking window, to offer flexible financing plans for Umrah packages. Under the scheme, guests can tailor their pilgrimage with a host of great value flight, accommodation, transport, and add-on options and pay for it in monthly installments according to the Service Ijarah concept, making it easier and more convenient to plan their long-awaited trip. Mundher Al Shaikhani, Acting Vice President Marketing at Oman Air, said, “Oman Air Holidays continues to add to its growing list of partnerships, providing our guests with access to the latest deals and services. As one of life’s most important journeys, we’re pleased to make Umrah more accessible and affordable. Leveraging our industry expertise, our hand-picked Umrah packages offer a range of customisable features, and together with Muzn’s Islamic financing plans, ensure greater value, choice and peace of mind.” Salima Al Marzouqi, Assistant General Manager - Chief Islamic Banking Officer of Muzn, said, “Our collaboration with Oman Air Holidays is part of our unwavering commitment to create secure and Shari’a-compliant value propositions for our customers. We appreciate that planning an Umrah trip can be complicated, therefore, we want to continue meeting and exceeding the discerning needs of our customers, with innovation and flexibility being key priorities for a hassle-free and rewarding experience for travelers.” The Shari’a-compliant Umrah financing will be provided at a rate of 4.45% by Muzn. The offer is available to Omani nationals as well as expatriates who hold a valid residence permit and are aged between 21 to 60 years old. Both Muzn customers and non-customers can apply, and family members of any age can be included in the package. Other terms and conditions apply.
14 November 2023
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Oman Air Helps Boost Inbound Tourism and Investment Efforts

Oman Air applauded the efforts of Oman Golf Association, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, the Foreign Ministry, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, and the Ministry of Commence, Industry and Investment Promotion for a first-of-its-kind golf diplomacy initiative between Oman and Italy, which concluded this week. As the event’s official airline sponsor, the national carrier brought in the qualifying players, who included some of Italy’s most prominent investors, into Oman for the final, held at Al Mouj Golf, Muscat. The event raised awareness about Oman’s tourism and investment potential in Italy and other key European target markets. Eng. Abdulaziz Al Raisi, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air, said, “In line with our commitment to Oman’s 2040 Vision, Oman Air is a strong supporter of sports tourism, which is a key vehicle for promoting the country's natural beauty and rich culture to visitors from all over the world. The Oman Golf Trophy was a huge success, leveraging golf as an ambassador to highlight Oman’s rich investment potential and strengthen diplomatic ties between Oman and Italy. We look forward to seeing more events like it in the future that showcase Oman to the world and provide opportunities for economic growth and job creation.” Oman Air's efforts to promote investment and sports tourism in Oman are in line with the country's vision to diversify its economy and create new opportunities for growth. The airline has been a major sponsor of numerous sporting events in Oman and internationally, including most recently the 44Cup, Oman Desert Marathon and Ironman 70.3.
14 November 2023
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Oman Air Highlights Digital Transformation Achievements During Annual Workshop

Continuing to drive transformation in the aviation sector, Oman Air’s Digital department recently held its annual workshop. Attended by members of senior leadership and key stakeholders, the workshop reviewed the progress of the company’s ongoing digital transformation strategy and its IT Roadmap for 2023. During 2022, the company accomplished a number of digital initiatives to suppor t its strategic goals . Among them was the restructuring of its Passenger Service System (PSS) to advance its digital retailing capabilities , facilitat ing the initiation of a new i nternet b ooking e ngine and m obile a pp . A N ew Distribution Capability (NDC) so lution was also developed to allow travel agents to deliver rich content and ancillary to customers , while , in order to promote crew and operational efficiency, an elegant Crew Pairing and Fleet Management system with AIMS was established. Further safeguar ding data and cybersecurity, the airline introduced a Privileged Access Management Solution, an enhanced IT Service Continuity initiative and Disaster Recovery Plan. Recently, the company also announced it has joined the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as a founding member of th e pioneering Modern Airline Retailing programme a longside a global consortium of airlines . Leveraging the ‘Offers and Orders’ system , the group intends to spu r technological advancement in the industry and create value for customers by reduc ing the hassles of increasingly complex passenger document checking requirements. Dr. Khalid Al Zadjali, Senior Vice President - Digital at Oman Air, said, “ In th is digital age and in the face of increasing competition , its vital t hat we capitali s e early on advanced technologies in order to stay ahead of the curve. As such, we continue to invest in long-term, sustainable efficiencies, whilst improving IT service delivery right across the organisation, and to our guests. Th is worksho p was a chance for us to reflect on our progress, assess where we are currently, and identify strategic opportunities that will help us to reduce costs, improve operations, and ensure our guests enjoy a seamless and more connected experience through every interaction . ” S treamlining its end-to-end customer touchpoints , Oman Air g uests can now do more than ever via its digital platforms , from booking to check-in, and even selecting their preferred seats and extra baggage online. Meanwhile , the airline contin ues to invest in state-of-the-art technologies, partnering with a growing range of global service providers to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the industry, and travelers.
14 November 2023
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