Etihad Airways doubles down after second Design Airline of the Year award

Etihad Airways doubles down after second Design Airline of the Year award
Edited by Travel Weekly


Etihad Airways has been crowned Design Airline of the Year 2024 and Design Airline of the Year Middle East for the second year in a row, in the annual DesignAir Awards.

UAE’s national carrier is renowned for its signature design, from the aircraft’s striking tail fin featuring the ‘facets of Abu Dhabi’ to the small details such as mood lighting in the cabin.

Small details, such as mood lighting in the cabin, count.

“The airline hasn’t stopped investing in the passenger experience recently, with new lounges, amenities and cabins enhancing the already impressive passenger experience,” founder and CEO of The DesignAir, Jonny Clark, said. “The team at Etihad have shown to TheDesignAir’s judges an unwavering dedication to enhancing the design, comfort and aesthetics of the carrier.

“From the airline’s lounges to the uniforms, Armani Casa amenities and soft product, Etihad left no stone unturned or detail to chance in creating a harmonious passenger experience that has Etihad’s brand at its heart. A quiet, understated luxury is a refreshing change in the region, and Etihad has struck the right balance between luxury and opulence that leaves a lasting impression on its guests.

“We applaud Etihad for continuing to double down on the passenger experience in a period of growth and look forward to yet more design innovations and developments from the airline in 2025 and beyond.”

Etihad continues to significantly invest in the guest experience, introducing new menus, new amenities in partnership with Giorgio Armani and leading skincare brand ESPA, and remarkable new lounges at Zayed International Airport.

Etihad Business Lounge, The Constellation Bar.

“We are grateful for these industry awards that recognise our commitment to delivering extraordinary customer experiences for our guests,” Antonoaldo Neves, CEO, Etihad Airways, said. “Etihad is well-known for its pioneering design ethos and bringing innovation to the cabin environment, and we’re looking forward to 2025 where we will continue to build on this with new and industry-leading design concepts.”

Now in its 12th year, the DesignAir Awards have recognised the airlines that invest in design, product and brand, with winners selected by a panel of judges including industry experts and frequent fliers.

First & Business Class amenity kits.

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