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2021
Emirates resumes flights to Denmark
Emirates resumed flights from Dubai to Denmark after a temporary suspension; the article states that the ban would be lifted on February 7, 2021.
2020
Emirates launches Dubai winter travel campaign
Emirates announced a global winter-season campaign promoting Dubai, with advertising initially planned for the UK and key European markets. The campaign also included a promotion offering eligible Emirates customers complimentary hotel stays through February 28.
2020
Emirates begins expanded Dubai–Moscow service
Emirates operated its first flight under a renewed schedule on the Dubai–Moscow Domodedovo route and said it would provide daily services with additional flights.
2020
Emirates launches biometric airport path in Dubai
Emirates launched an integrated biometric path at Dubai International Airport for passengers travelling from and through Dubai. The contactless path uses facial and iris recognition at selected airport touchpoints.
2020
Emirates wins Ghana Business Standard Award
Emirates received the ‘Outstanding Airline Company of the Year’ award at the Ghana Business Standard Awards 2020. The source dates its report 21 October 2020 and says the award was received “last night.”
2020
U.S. Transportation Department fines Emirates over Iran airspace flights
The U.S. Transportation Department fined Emirates $400,000 over flights through Iranian airspace in 2019 that carried JetBlue Airways’ code. Emirates disputed that the violation warranted enforcement action but agreed to the fine to settle the matter; half would be waived if it avoided similar violations for one year.
2020
U.S. fines Emirates over flights in prohibited Iranian airspace
The U.S. Transportation Department fined Emirates $400,000 for operating flights in parts of prohibited Iranian airspace in 2019. Emirates said it agreed to the settlement to resolve the matter.
2020
Emirates introduces self-service check-in at Dubai Terminal 3
Emirates introduced self-check-in and bag-drop kiosks at Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport. The service was available for travel to destinations except the US, Canada, China, India and Hong Kong.
2020
Emirates partners with Bangkok hospitals on discounted COVID-19 tests
Emirates said it had partnered with hospitals in Bangkok to offer its customers special rates on COVID-19 PCR tests before travel.
2020
Emirates launches student and family discount offer
Emirates launched a year-long student discount offer for students and accompanying family members, with discounted fares and additional travel benefits for eligible bookings made before October 31.
2020
Emirates announces airbridge for Lebanon relief
Emirates announced plans to increase freighter operations to Lebanon with 50 flights to deliver emergency relief following the Beirut port blast. The article also reports that Emirates had dispatched several charter flights carrying donated food, clothing and medical supplies to Lebanon.
2020
Emirates says it may cut up to 9,000 jobs
Emirates president Tim Clark said the airline may cut up to 9,000 jobs globally amid the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The article reports the cuts as a possibility, not a completed action.
2020
Emirates lays off pilots and cabin crew
A report said Emirates had laid off pilots and cabin crew; sources also said more redundancies were expected at the airline that week.
2020
Emirates announces planned job cuts
Emirates said on May 31 that it planned to cut an unspecified number of jobs amid the coronavirus pandemic.
2020
Emirates extends fee-free flight changes
Emirates extended its fee-waiver programme to cover all its flights, allowing travellers to change flights within a 24-month window from the original travel date without a change fee.
2020
Emirates modifies repatriation-flight procedures
Emirates modified procedures for its limited repatriation flight schedule, including changes to baggage allowances, meal and drink packaging, and the provision of onboard reading materials, lounge access, and chauffeur services.
2020
Desley Bartlett sues Emirates for compensation after reported flight fall
Desley Bartlett is suing Emirates for compensation after claiming she slipped on breadcrumbs during a Brisbane-to-London flight, suffered a knee injury and had to cancel her trip. The supplied report does not state a filing date or a court determination.
2020
Emirates announces Singapore–Penang flights
Emirates announced a planned daily fifth-freedom service connecting Singapore and Penang, Malaysia, starting April 9, 2020.
2020
Emirates and Ctrip sign strategic cooperation agreement
Emirates and Ctrip signed a cooperation memorandum in Shanghai, launching a strategic partnership that will initially focus on joint marketing and other market initiatives.
2020
Emirates offers discounted Europe flights to Australian customers
Emirates offered Australian customers flight deals to Europe, including fares of $1,299; the offers were available until January 20.