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Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain - Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain's national carrier, has announced the appointment of Mr. Abdul Hussain Abdul Rahman Hussain, a seasoned aviation professional with over 20 years' experience, as its Country Manager in Greece.
Over the course of his career to date Abdul Hussain has amassed an in-depth, working knowledge of the aviation and travel industry. He has previously represented Gulf Air in all of: the Republic of India and the People's Republic of Bangladesh and has held management roles both within Gulf Air and in other industry organisations including Hong Kong flag carrier, Cathay Pacific.
Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Ahmed Janahi, Gulf Air A/Chief Commercial Officer said: "I am delighted to welcome Abdul Hussain to his new role representing the Kingdom of Bahrain's national carrier in Greece - an important European market for Bahrain's national carrier. His industry knowledge and experience will further strengthen our presence in Athens, helping to raise awareness of all that Gulf Air has to offer the Greek market."
Gulf Air is a major international carrier serving 39 cities in 22 countries spanning three continents. The airline operates one of the largest networks in the Middle East, with double daily flights or more to 10 regional cities, in addition to select destinations in the Indian Subcontinent and Europe, from its hub at Bahrain International Airport. The airline currently operates 4 weekly flights between Athens and Bahrain and flights can be booked online at gulfair.com, by calling the airline's 24 hour Worldwide Contact Centre on (210) 3220851 within Greece and (+973) 17373737 internationally, or through any local Gulf Air Office and approved travel agencies.
About Gulf Air
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, commenced operations in 1950, becoming one of the first commercial airlines established in the Middle East. Today, Gulf Air is a major international carrier serving 39 cities in 22 countries spanning three continents. The airline operates one of the largest networks in the Middle East, with double daily flights or more to 10 regional cities, in addition to select destinations in the Indian Subcontinent and Europe, from its hub at Bahrain International Airport. Gulf Air serves all its destinations with a combination wide and narrow body fleet totalling 28 modern aircraft. Renowned for its traditional Arabian hospitality, evidenced by the airline's signature family and business friendly products, Gulf Air is committed to being an industry leader and developing products and services that reflect the evolving needs and aspirations of its passengers.
Gulf Air connects Bahrain to the world and, as such, is a key national infrastructure asset, serving as a powerful driver for the economy and supporting the Kingdom's on-going economic growth.
Gulf Air has been the Title Sponsor of the FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX ever since it made history as the first Formula 1 Grand Prix to be held in the Middle East in 2004. In addition, the airline has been Official Carrier of the biennial Bahrain International Airshow since it was first held in 2010.
For media enquiries, please contact:
Azza Mubarak Matar
Senior Manager Communications
Gulf Air Tel: +973 17338765 / +973 39652012
Email: Azza.Matar@gulfair.com
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