Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain - 19 January 2016: Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain's national carrier, was recently honoured, for the third consecutive year, at the sixth edition of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) conference "MEET ICT" and the Bahrain International Technology Exhibition (BITEX) - held in Bahrain earlier this month. The airline's Director of Information Technology, Dr. Jassim Haji, was awarded the "ICT Personality Award - Private Sector".

Held under the patronage of Bahrain's Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications H.E Eng. Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, the MEET ICT 2016 event is the leading and biggest ICT event in Bahrain.

Receiving the award from H.E Eng. Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, Dr. Jassim Haji said, "I am honored to receive this award. It is not only a reflection of an ongoing and longstanding drive to enhance the aviation and travel experience with the latest technology solutions, but is also the direct result of many pioneering ICT projects successfully implemented at Gulf Air including most recently: Internet of Things, tablets and mobility of services across the airline. The award also recognises Gulf Air as a leading organization in its ICT achievements across Bahrain's private sector."

This is the third consecutive MEET ICT award won by Gulf Air. In previous years, Bahrain's national carrier has won for best Big Data project and best Mobile applications for Electronic Flight Bag.

MEET ICT is an annual event that attracts all IT and ICT companies to share the latest trends and technologies. This year, the event hosted more than 250 VIPs and participants representing 10 countries. MEET ICT hosts several activities such as workshops, business matching sessions, meetings and exhibits that aim to enhance the experience of all participants and enable them to exchange knowledge and ideas on different platforms.  

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 45 cities in 24 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 was the Title Sponsor of the 2015 FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX and is the Official Airline of the Bahrain International Airshow 2016.

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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