June 10 – Emirates Airline has appointed Al Handal Group as its general sales agent (GSA) in Baghdad, Iraq, it was learnt yesterday. Al Handal’s position as GSA is effective immediately. The move coincides with the airline’s upcoming route to Baghdad that will be launched from July 1.
Emirates Senior Vice President for the Gulf, Middle East and Iran Ahmad Khoury said: “We are delighted with the appointment of Al Handal Group in Baghdad. Al Handal have an excellent reputation for delivering consistent and above standard customer relations.”
A four-year contract has been signed by both parties. Al Handal Group Chairman Wade Al Handal said: “It is a great honour for Al Handal to work with Emirates as their exclusive general sales agent in Iraq. We are confident that we will be able to successfully service Emirates and their passengers and look forward to working together with Emirates.”
