DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways is thrilled to be named the ‘Global Airline Partner’ of the esteemed Global Champions Arabians Tour 2024. This partnership marks a significant milestone in promoting the prestigious Arabian horse culture and excellence in equestrian sports globally.
The new addition to Qatar Airways’ sports portfolio is a collaboration between the airline and Global Champions Arabians Tour to grow the tours prominence and bring the beauty and heritage of Arabian horses to a wider audience.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “As the Global Airline Partner of GCAT, Qatar Airways is proud to be part of an international endeavour that seeks to share the grace and agility of pure Arabian horses with the world. The love for Arabian horses is deeply ingrained in our culture, and as such, we are honoured to have hosted the first leg of the inaugural GCAT season this year in Qatar. We look forward to spotlighting prime Arabian equestrianism and supporting the series in achieving increased global recognition.”
Chairman of the Global Champions Arabians Tour, Mr. Faleh Al-Nasr, shared: "The Global Champions Arabians Tour is thrilled to welcome Qatar Airways as our official Global Airline Partner. Qatar Airways' reputation for exceptional service and global reach makes them an ideal partner for our Tour. This collaboration will not only enhance the experience for our participants and spectators but also help us promote the Arabian horse heritage on an international stage. We are confident that together, we will achieve new heights in the world of Arabian horse shows."
This new partnership between Qatar Airways and GCAT showcases a series of innovative ventures geared towards amplifying the Tour's global presence. From access to exclusive VIP experiences and promotional activities, both Qatar Airways and the GCAT are proud to highlight their shared values of fostering inclusivity, respect, and the exchange of knowledge on a global scale.
As the official Global Airline Partner, Qatar Airways will provide unparalleled support and logistical expertise, ensuring seamless travel experiences for GCAT competitors and enthusiasts. This collaboration underscores Qatar Airways' dedication to fostering cultural exchange and supporting world-class sporting events with its industry leading products and services.
About Qatar Airways
A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways won the ‘World’s Best Airline’ for an unprecedented ninth time at the 2025 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. Qatar Airways was previously named the World’s Best Airline in 2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2024. The airline continues to be synonymous with excellence, and has yet again received recognition for ‘World's Best Business Class’, and ‘World's Best Business Class Airline Lounge’. As the leading connector in the region, Qatar Airways has also been lauded with the ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’ title for the twelfth time.
Qatar Airways currently flies to over 170 destinations worldwide, connecting through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, the ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ for 11 consecutive years, as well as ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ for the third year in a row, as voted by Skytrax. Hamad International Airport has previously been named the ‘World’s Best Airport’ by Skytrax in 2021, 2022, and 2024.
Qatar Airways was the first Airline in the Middle East to be certified to the highest level of IATA’s Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) programme, based on recognised environmental management system principles (such as ISO 14001). As an inaugural signatory to the Buckingham Palace Declaration in March 2016, Qatar Airways became the first airline globally to be certified to the industry standard for the prevention of illegal wildlife trafficking in aviation.
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