Bahrain International Airport named World’s Best New Airport by Skytrax

TDT | Manama           

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Bahrain International Airport (BIA) was named the World’s Best New Airport at the Skytrax 2022 World Airport Awards held at the Passenger Terminal EXPO in Paris, France.

Kamal bin Ahmed, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Bahrain Airport Company, and Mohammed Al-Binfalah, the CEO, received the award.

Skytrax is among the most prestigious awarding bodies in aviation and air freight, and the Awards are regarded as the quality benchmark for the world airport industry.

The latest honour for BIA comes on the back of a series of accolades from Skytrax. The airport earlier received a 5-star Skytrax rating, becoming only the third airport in the Middle East to win this accolade and another 5-star rating for its COVID-19 safety precautions. The Pearl Lounge also received a 5-star rating for its hospitality and meet-and-greet services.

Bahrain Airport Company Chairman, Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed said: “This global achievement by BIA would not be possible without His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s valued patronage of the aviation sector and the comprehensive support of the government, headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Their tireless efforts have turned the civil aviation sector into a strategic economic catalyst for the Kingdom of Bahrain. I would also like to thank BIA’s stakeholders for their important contributions in helping us reach this global milestone.”

Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax said: “With air travel quickly returning to a more normal level, the challenge to deliver the highest standards is being well met at Bahrain International Airport.”