Gulf Air Developments
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The question who is going to pick the a321
who is going
who is coming and why the tri/tre are leaving and whats going to happen and why our 10 years tickets are gone
to many question no answers got to speak to whom
thank a million
who is going
who is coming and why the tri/tre are leaving and whats going to happen and why our 10 years tickets are gone
to many question no answers got to speak to whom
thank a million
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GF has sunk to an all time new low & it will never recover. Only thing keeping me lapping up this s*** is that my family are very happy here. The minute that changes the CVs will start flying around. For any would be new joiners,believe me they will have to start hiring soon, think long & hard. GF has next to almost no future & if most guys are like me they are just waiting for the nudge from their families to move on. Good luck.
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Interesting article in the rag today.. Parlaiment will only approve a bd 600 million dinar bailout over a period off 3 years if GF is willing to do drastic changes in the middle and upper management and tackle corruption. Its in al ayam newspaper..its in arabic but thats the jist of the article am told.
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Gulf Air can only get better. The biusness model that Majali is trying to succeed makes a lot of sense. It's different from Qatar, Etihad or Emirates. I know that lots of Gulfair Pilots applied to these companies. The main reason is job security, better routes and maybe a better schedule, however everybody love Bahrain lifestyle and deep down everybody wants to stay. The only thing I wish for is an answer - what's the plan.. Maybe this article will give us some hope of what is happening.
Bahrain Ministers Want Aid For Gulf Air
March 15, 2012
Two Bahraini government ministers have called on the kingdom's government to inject BHD664 million dinar (USD$1.76 billion) into struggling national carrier Gulf Air to help it overcome challenges.
In a meeting, finance minister Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed al-Khalifa and transport minister Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed said the government should support Gulf Air and approve a bill for the 2012 fiscal budget year to boost the airline's capital.
"Leaving the company Gulf Air without radical and critical action and positive support would be a direct threat to its ability to survive and overcome the enormous challenges it faces at present," the ministers were quoted as saying.
The ministers also said Gulf Air was a backbone of the national economy through its role in linking Bahrain to other countries and providing jobs.
Gulf Air has been hit by falling passenger numbers as anti-government protests continue in the tiny island kingdom. It said in January it would downsize operations and seek cash from government funds to sustain operations.
The airline also said previously it could tap Bahrain's sovereign wealth fund Mumtalakat, which is a stakeholder.
In January, a government delegation briefed parliament and called for a restructuring of the company for "effective operational requirements".
Last month, Gulf Air secured an USD$80 million loan from a unit of Dubai lender Mashreq Bank to help meet working capital requirements.
Its plight is in contrast to Middle East competitors such as Etihad, Qatar Airways and Dubai-based Emirates which have been expanding their networks.
Bahrain, a regional offshore banking hub, has been hit by more than a year of unrest after majority Shi'ite Muslims, inspired by the Arab Spring uprisings, launched a pro-democracy movement which was put down by the government with the help of forces from Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
(Reuters)
Bahrain Ministers Want Aid For Gulf Air
March 15, 2012
Two Bahraini government ministers have called on the kingdom's government to inject BHD664 million dinar (USD$1.76 billion) into struggling national carrier Gulf Air to help it overcome challenges.
In a meeting, finance minister Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed al-Khalifa and transport minister Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed said the government should support Gulf Air and approve a bill for the 2012 fiscal budget year to boost the airline's capital.
"Leaving the company Gulf Air without radical and critical action and positive support would be a direct threat to its ability to survive and overcome the enormous challenges it faces at present," the ministers were quoted as saying.
The ministers also said Gulf Air was a backbone of the national economy through its role in linking Bahrain to other countries and providing jobs.
Gulf Air has been hit by falling passenger numbers as anti-government protests continue in the tiny island kingdom. It said in January it would downsize operations and seek cash from government funds to sustain operations.
The airline also said previously it could tap Bahrain's sovereign wealth fund Mumtalakat, which is a stakeholder.
In January, a government delegation briefed parliament and called for a restructuring of the company for "effective operational requirements".
Last month, Gulf Air secured an USD$80 million loan from a unit of Dubai lender Mashreq Bank to help meet working capital requirements.
Its plight is in contrast to Middle East competitors such as Etihad, Qatar Airways and Dubai-based Emirates which have been expanding their networks.
Bahrain, a regional offshore banking hub, has been hit by more than a year of unrest after majority Shi'ite Muslims, inspired by the Arab Spring uprisings, launched a pro-democracy movement which was put down by the government with the help of forces from Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
(Reuters)
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BD664M FOR GULF AIR?
MANAMA: Bahrain's National Assembly has been urged to sanction a BD664.3 million payment to help ensure the survival of national carrier Gulf Air.
The funding should be taken from this year's national budget, said Finance Minister Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa and Transportation Minister Kamal Ahmed yesterday.
The call was made during a meeting between parliament and Shura Council members to discuss the challenges facing Gulf Air and its technical, administrative and financial status. The Cabinet ministers said legislators must move fast to ensure the airline survives and is able to overcome the massive losses that have dogged it for several years.
The government is discussing four options, including dissolving the airline, selling it off and launching a new carrier, downsizing or allowing it to continue in its current form.
The ministers said an accumulation of local, regional and international factors had affected the airline's performance and pledged to co-operate with parliament and come up with the best strategy for the company and Bahrain's economy. They also highlighted the airline's role in connecting Bahrain with the world and employment opportunities it offers the national workforce.
Gulf Air, meanwhile, dismissed reports that its chief executive Samer Majali had resigned. It said in a statement that he was still leading the airline and any comments to the contrary were untrue.
The funding should be taken from this year's national budget, said Finance Minister Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa and Transportation Minister Kamal Ahmed yesterday.
The call was made during a meeting between parliament and Shura Council members to discuss the challenges facing Gulf Air and its technical, administrative and financial status. The Cabinet ministers said legislators must move fast to ensure the airline survives and is able to overcome the massive losses that have dogged it for several years.
The government is discussing four options, including dissolving the airline, selling it off and launching a new carrier, downsizing or allowing it to continue in its current form.
The ministers said an accumulation of local, regional and international factors had affected the airline's performance and pledged to co-operate with parliament and come up with the best strategy for the company and Bahrain's economy. They also highlighted the airline's role in connecting Bahrain with the world and employment opportunities it offers the national workforce.
Gulf Air, meanwhile, dismissed reports that its chief executive Samer Majali had resigned. It said in a statement that he was still leading the airline and any comments to the contrary were untrue.
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@ Sandy Swan,
Better airline? Maybe, let's put it in perspective.
Job security, definitely!
Finance, with the back up of the Qatar gas fields, most certainly!
Product quality, nothing to complain about.
Now, the most important one for any employee:
QUALITY OF LIFE, Bahrain and Gulf Air still a million times better.
At least we are not being ruled by a dictator that treats all the employees as slaves. That's why QR still can't keep pilots after the payrise, let's see how many will head of to EK and EY.
Better airline? Maybe, let's put it in perspective.
Job security, definitely!
Finance, with the back up of the Qatar gas fields, most certainly!
Product quality, nothing to complain about.
Now, the most important one for any employee:
QUALITY OF LIFE, Bahrain and Gulf Air still a million times better.
At least we are not being ruled by a dictator that treats all the employees as slaves. That's why QR still can't keep pilots after the payrise, let's see how many will head of to EK and EY.
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@ Sandy: "QR is a better airline than GF ever was".
Heard a poor A320/A330 chap who left GF recently for DEC at QR was sacked by QR with no reason given. Just "order from higher authority".
At least if someone gets sacked in GF, a reason is always given.
Judging from your comment you're either young or haven't been in the gulf long enough.
More A/C and Destinations =/= Better airline than GF ever was.
Heard a poor A320/A330 chap who left GF recently for DEC at QR was sacked by QR with no reason given. Just "order from higher authority".
At least if someone gets sacked in GF, a reason is always given.
Judging from your comment you're either young or haven't been in the gulf long enough.
More A/C and Destinations =/= Better airline than GF ever was.
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As expected;
Source: Airline Route
Gulf Air Enhancing European Operation from June*2012
by JL
Update at 0840GMT 16MAR12
Gulf Air in Summer 2012 is enhancing its European operation, with additional frequencies and improved inflight product being implemented starting June 2012. Details as follows:
Airbus A320
Premium Configuration of A320 features 14 Business Class flat-bed seats and 96 Economy Class Seats
Onboard wi-fi will be gradually introduced on A320 aircraft
Bahrain – Copenhagen
eff 01JUN12 Service Increases from 5 weekly to Daily
eff 01OCT12 2-class Premium Airbus A320 aircraft replaces existing Boeing 737-700 by PrivatAir
GF027 BAH0140 – 0700CPH 320 x256
GF033 BAH1015 – 1535CPH 320 256
GF026 CPH1115 – 1815BAH 320 x256
GF032 CPH1635 – 2335BAH 320 256
Service until 30SEP12 operates with 737-700
Bahrain – Frankfurt
25MAR12 – 31MAY12 2 of 7 weekly (Day 24) service operates with PrivatAir Boeing 737-700, replaces A330-200
01JUN12 – 30JUN12 2-class Premium Airbus A320 aircraft replaces 737-700/A330-200, Daily service
eff 01JUL12 Service increases from Daily to 11 weekly
GF017 BAH0120 – 0640FRA 320 D
GF013 BAH1000 – 1520FRA 320 x134
GF016 FRA1130 – 1825BAH 320 D
GF012 FRA1620 – 2315BAH 320 x134
Bahrain – Paris CDG
01JUN12 – 30JUN12 2-class Premium Airbus A320 aircraft replaces A330-200, Daily service
eff 01JUL12 Service increases from Daily to 10 weekly
GF019 BAH0135 – 0725CDG 320 D
GF015 BAH0935 – 1525CDG 320 346
GF018 CDG1120 – 1835BAH 320 D
GF014 CDG1625 – 2340BAH 320 346
Bahrain – Rome
Premium Airbus A320 aircraft enters operation from 01JUL12, 4 times a week
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Gulf Air Increases Madinah Service from mid-May*2012
by JL
Update at 0905GMT 16MAR12
Gulf Air from 19MAY12 is increasing Bahrain – Madinah service, where the airline is adding 6th weekly service on this route. New flight operates on Saturdays.
Operational schedule:
GF177 BAH0125 – 0330MED 319 47
GF175 BAH1010 – 1215MED 320 x247
GF178 MED0415 – 0610BAH 319 47
GF176 MED1300 – 1455BAH 320 x247
Source: Airline Route
Gulf Air Enhancing European Operation from June*2012
by JL
Update at 0840GMT 16MAR12
Gulf Air in Summer 2012 is enhancing its European operation, with additional frequencies and improved inflight product being implemented starting June 2012. Details as follows:
Airbus A320
Premium Configuration of A320 features 14 Business Class flat-bed seats and 96 Economy Class Seats
Onboard wi-fi will be gradually introduced on A320 aircraft
Bahrain – Copenhagen
eff 01JUN12 Service Increases from 5 weekly to Daily
eff 01OCT12 2-class Premium Airbus A320 aircraft replaces existing Boeing 737-700 by PrivatAir
GF027 BAH0140 – 0700CPH 320 x256
GF033 BAH1015 – 1535CPH 320 256
GF026 CPH1115 – 1815BAH 320 x256
GF032 CPH1635 – 2335BAH 320 256
Service until 30SEP12 operates with 737-700
Bahrain – Frankfurt
25MAR12 – 31MAY12 2 of 7 weekly (Day 24) service operates with PrivatAir Boeing 737-700, replaces A330-200
01JUN12 – 30JUN12 2-class Premium Airbus A320 aircraft replaces 737-700/A330-200, Daily service
eff 01JUL12 Service increases from Daily to 11 weekly
GF017 BAH0120 – 0640FRA 320 D
GF013 BAH1000 – 1520FRA 320 x134
GF016 FRA1130 – 1825BAH 320 D
GF012 FRA1620 – 2315BAH 320 x134
Bahrain – Paris CDG
01JUN12 – 30JUN12 2-class Premium Airbus A320 aircraft replaces A330-200, Daily service
eff 01JUL12 Service increases from Daily to 10 weekly
GF019 BAH0135 – 0725CDG 320 D
GF015 BAH0935 – 1525CDG 320 346
GF018 CDG1120 – 1835BAH 320 D
GF014 CDG1625 – 2340BAH 320 346
Bahrain – Rome
Premium Airbus A320 aircraft enters operation from 01JUL12, 4 times a week
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Gulf Air Increases Madinah Service from mid-May*2012
by JL
Update at 0905GMT 16MAR12
Gulf Air from 19MAY12 is increasing Bahrain – Madinah service, where the airline is adding 6th weekly service on this route. New flight operates on Saturdays.
Operational schedule:
GF177 BAH0125 – 0330MED 319 47
GF175 BAH1010 – 1215MED 320 x247
GF178 MED0415 – 0610BAH 319 47
GF176 MED1300 – 1455BAH 320 x247
Last edited by John21UK; 19th Mar 2012 at 07:09.
