Emirates Marks 10 Years of Operations in Orlando
Emirates is marking a decade of operations to Orlando, one of its key US gateways. Since the start of its flights to Central Florida, the airline has carried more than 1.1 million passengers on over 4,700 flights to and from Orlando International Airport.
In addition to passenger travel, Emirates has transported more than 14,000 tonnes of cargo during this period, facilitating trade through the export and import of goods. Commodities transported include perishable items, pharmaceuticals, pets, and aquatic animals. Emirates Delivers also operates out of Sarasota, supporting courier services and global brands such as Siemens and Disney.
Matthew Jones, VP-USA, Emirates said: “It has been a phenomenal decade of connecting Orlando to the world. In the US we proudly serve 12 gateways with Orlando being one of our busiest, being the fourth most visited city in the nation. We are proud to have served as a catalyst for the growth of the local tourism and cargo industry. We would like to thank Orlando International Airport for their long-standing partnership and ongoing support in managing our operations and assisting our passengers.”
“As we reflect on the next 10 years, we will continue to elevate the customer experience in line with the ever-changing travel trends, bringing industry-leading products to Orlando and continuing to offer seamless connectivity to Dubai and beyond.”
“During these past 10 years, Emirates has provided more than a million passengers with premium customer service between two extraordinary destinations, Orlando and Dubai, and supported a thriving cargo operation” said Lance Lyttle, CEO of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, which manages Orlando International Airport.
“We are extremely satisfied with our Emirates partnership as they continue to be a gateway to the Middle East to both our business community and to leisure travellers interested in exploring the world. We look forward to celebrating more milestone anniversaries in the years to come.”
Emirates currently operates five weekly flights connecting Orlando to its global network. Popular destinations linked to Orlando through Emirates’ services include Dubai, Mumbai, Manila, Hyderabad, Denpasar, Bangalore, Delhi, Johannesburg, Singapore, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Jakarta, and Bangkok.
The airline serves a diverse array of traveller segments, including leisure and business passengers as well as students studying abroad. Through its cargo operations, Emirates actively supports local industries and businesses by facilitating the smooth transport of goods and enhancing trade opportunities.
Leave a comment