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Submit nominations in the following categories:
Fleet expansions within the Middle East have outpaced the rest of the world in recent years, with billions of dollars being spent on new passenger aircraft, business aviation jets and freighters. This award will honour a manufacturer that has continued to support the growth of Middle East aviation over the past 12 months, with evidence of solid performance in the number of aircraft being operated in this region, especially in comparison to similar models in the market, together with new sales. Testimonials are also welcome from customers in the Middle East.
The growth of passenger volumes in Middle Eastern countries has created an unprecedented level of opportunity for Arabian airlines, together with international carriers that serve the region. This award is designed to honour the airline that has experienced a breakthrough period of success over the past 12 months, with evidence of new route launches (connecting the Middle East to overseas countries or vice versa), aircraft investments and upgrades on these routes, on-time take offs, customer loyalty programmes, industry alliances and market innovation.
The Middle East has invested billions of dollars to modernise its airport infrastructure in recent years, with existing facilities being updated and new developments being constructed throughout the region. This award will acknowledge the Middle Eastern airport that has experienced a breakthrough period of success over the past 12 months, with evidence of strong performance for passenger and cargo operations, relationship building with airlines and other partners, facility enhancements and market innovation.
Awarded to the company that has consistently delivered a world-class services within the Middle East business aviation sector during the past 12 months. Companies are asked to provide evidence of exceptional performance, including examples of business innovation, aircraft fleet, interior design, range of services, financial performance, geographical coverage and future expansion plans.
Symbolising the Middle East's growing status as a logistics hub, this award is dedicated to the independent cargo / charter operator that has delivered a consistent, industry-leading service in the region over the past 12 months. Companies are asked to provide evidence of exceptional performance, with examples of network coverage, cost or time savings for end customers, technical innovations and responsible working practices.
Symbolising the Middle East's growing status as a logistics hub, this award is dedicated to the cargo division of a commercial airline that has delivered a consistent, industry-leading service in the region over the past 12 months. Companies are asked to provide evidence of exceptional performance, with examples of network coverage, cost or time savings for end customers, technical innovations and responsible working practices.
With growing pressure to operate within a socially responsible manner, this award is dedicated to the organisation that has taken responsibility for the impact of their activities on customers, employees, shareholders, communities and the environment in all aspects of their operations. Nominees are invited from airlines, aircraft manufacturers, airports, MRO specialists and others within the Middle East aviation industry.
The growth of aviation activities within the Middle East has resulted in a growing number of regional and international ground handling providers. This award will honour a leading player in the market, with providers asked to submit evidence of exceptional performance in a number of different factors, including the provision of exception services in areas such as cabin service (for example, cleaning the passenger cabin and replenishment of on-board consumables or washable items), catering (unloading of unused food and drink from the aircraft, and the loading of fresh food and drink for passengers and crew), ramp services and field operation services.
The prestigious Hall of Fame award honours a leading and respected figurehead from the Middle East aviation industry. The winner is someone who has continued to make a strong and valued contribution to the industry's growth over the years, while raising the benchmark for regional and global excellence.
With increasing demand for budget travel in the Middle East, the region's growing community of low cost carriers (LCC) has taken the region by storm in recent years. This award will honour an airline that has pioneered the low cost model over the past year, with evidence of new Middle East route launches, aircraft investments and upgrades, on-time take offs, customer loyalty programmes, industry alliances and market innovation.
With Middle Eastern airlines operating a growing number of aircraft, the region has created a lucrative playing field for maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) suppliers, with a predicted spend of US$4.8 billion by 2019. This award will be handed to the service provider that has truly made a difference to the Middle East aviation industry in the past year. MRO operators are asked to provide evidence of exceptional performance in a number of different areas, including a world-class service portfolio, facility investments and market innovations. Testimonials are also welcome from customers in the Middle East.
The Personal Achievement of the Year award will honour the achievements of a respected figurehead from the Middle East aviation industry, specifically for their work over the past 12 months. The winner is someone who has experienced a breakthrough year with their contribution to the industry's growth, while raising the benchmark for regional and global excellence.
A number of technology innovations have been introduced in the aviation industry over the past 12 months to improve the efficiency of passenger processing, airport operations, aviation security and baggage management, amongst other areas. This award recognises a specific technology implement within the Middle East over the past year, with evidence that the implementation was smooth and resulted in limited service interruptions, that the project was successful in meeting end objectives, and the solution was unique for the region.
With increasing demand for qualified professionals in the Middle East aviation sector, this award recognises the achievements of a leading training provider or education institute that offers a flagship course or series of courses for the industry. A number of factors will be taken into account, including course structure, subject range, teaching faculty and response from the market.
With a countless number of dedicated employees working �behind the stage� to support the growth of Middle East airlines and airports, this award will honour the often unsung heroes of the industry. Employees are welcome to submit a nomination for employees that have continued to exceed expectations in their day-to-day role and deserve official acknowledgment.
Event Details
Aviation Business Awards 2013
Venue: Dubai
Date & Time: Monday, 18th November 2013 07:00 PM