Qatar Airways mark 20 days to go for FIFA World Cup

Qatar Airways mark 20 days to go for FIFA World Cup

With only 20 days to go until the FIFA World Cup, Qatar Airways Group chief executive, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker, FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, and MATAR COO, Eng. Badr Al Meer, have met at Hamad International Airport to celebrate.

The leaders assembled on the tarmac to highlight a specially-branded Boeing 777 aircraft painted in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 livery.

In 2017, Qatar Airways announced its partnership with FIFA as the official airline of the World Cup.

Qatar Airways has sponsored numerous tournaments such as the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017, the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, the FIFA Club World Cup, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are here to represent both Qatar Airways and FIFA and our dedication towards playing our role in hosting the first-ever FIFA World Cup in the Middle East.

“Hosting this tournament is a big achievement for us, and we are ready to unite fans worldwide and provide them with an exceptional experience.”

FIFA president Gianni Infantino added: “This will be the first FIFA World Cup to take place in the Middle East and the Arab World, and our partners Qatar Airways and Hamad International Airport will play a key role in the delivery of this amazing event.

“They are ready to welcome millions of fans to Doha, showcase the Host Country’s unique hospitality, and ensure top-class service and the most memorable experiences, contributing to making this the best FIFA World Cup ever.”

Most recently, the airline revealed projects, providing football fans with entertainment, including Qatar Live – which hosts more than 60 international artists throughout the World Cup.

In addition, the airline announced the development of beach clubs, fan zones and theme parks, the Daydream Music Festival, Lusail Boulevard brand activation, Qatar Airways Sky House, Winter Wonderland and the naming ceremony for the MSC World Europa cruise ship.

The airline has produced a line-up of customer experience initiatives that provides fans with a unique touch-point at every step in their journey, such as the FIFA Onboard Experience.

Qatar Airways has unveiled a special range of FIFA World Cup themed products and activations for travellers.

The football-inspired cabin includes FIFA limited edition amenity kits, souvenir cushions, headphones, dining menus and football jersey-style loungewear. Young traveller packs and plush toys have been especially curated for our younger fans.  

The Official Airline of the Journey’s Oryx One In-flight Entertainment system will be home to more than 180 football-related titles, including an exclusive interview with FIFA president Gianni Infantino. During FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, passengers can enjoy complimentary live streaming of World Cup matches and other major sporting events directly from passengers personal devices.

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