August 8, 2024
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8min
Work completed ahead of schedule, with Geneva receiving latest Boeing 777 experience from 7 August Highly anticipated new Business Class seats and Premium Economy Class cabins debut for first time on the 777 The first Emirates Boeing 777 with a nose-to-tail cabin refresh sporting a new look has rolled into service, taking off to Geneva […]

August 7, 2024
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5min
CEAT has been chosen as the original equipment tyre for the 2024 Hyundai Grand i10 assembled, sold and serviced in Sri Lanka by Abans Auto, clinching another OEM partnership for the country’s highest-selling tyre brand. The partnership, which brings together two significant players in domestic value addition and a leading global automobile brand, paves the […]

August 5, 2024
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6min
Jaffna becomes the 122nd destination in the larger 6E network Expands reach within Sri Lanka, with direct access to the Northern parts of the country  IndiGo, India’s preferred airline has announced Jaffna, Sri Lanka as the newest addition in its international route network. The airline will start non-stop daily flights between Chennai and Jaffna, starting […]

August 5, 2024
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6min
DIMO, a pioneer in the automobile industry and the exclusive Authorized General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz in Sri Lanka marks a new era in the luxury vehicle market with the Mercedes-Benz EQ range, facilitating an authentic experience of sustainable automotive luxury while upholding the highest ethical standards and compliance with national regulations.     Leading the […]

July 29, 2024
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Expanding the restaurant-above-the-clouds experience: Emirates‘ Business Class passengers can now select their hot main meal between 14 days and 24 hours before departure across the airline’s all four German gateways. This further enables the airline to ensures guests always receive their favourite meals.     Last year, Emirates introduced the service for Business Class passengers […]

July 16, 2024
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4min
The order marks the next milestone on the airline’s long-term strategy, boosting main deck cargo capacity by 30% and providing a long-term solution to the current capacity crunch Dubai, UAE, 16 July 2024 – Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has announced a firm order for an additional five Boeing […]

July 8, 2024
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4min
Rayong, Thailand – BYD celebrated the inauguration of its Thailand plant and the production of its 8 millionth new energy vehicle in Rayong, Thailand, marking two milestones in the company’s global expansion. The ceremony was attended by Ms. Pimphattra Wichaikul, Thailand’s Minister of Industry; Mr. Han Zhiqiang, Chinese Ambassador to Thailand; Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi, Secretary […]

July 5, 2024
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5min
Travellers to enjoy savings on tickets purchased when planning summer travel; special fares are applicable on tickets purchased before 30th July for travel up to 31 October Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday 5th July: Emirates has announced special fares exclusive to Sri Lanka, enabling travellers from Colombo to enjoy journeys to Europe and North America while […]

July 2, 2024
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3min
Emirates recently welcomed 101 year old centenarian and seasoned traveller Rachida Smati onboard its flight to Algiers this past weekend. To show its appreciation to the well-travelled customer and ensure she has the most comfortable travel experience possible, the airline extended a First-Class upgrade for Rachida. She was also greeted by a dedicated team ensuring […]


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