Bmi boosts services to Saudi Arabia
June 27, 2008
Bmi has announced plans to increase the frequency of several of its flight to Saudi Arabia.
The second-biggest carrier operating out of London Heathrow will add services from the UK hub to Jeddah, Dammam and capital city Riyadh.
Its expansion follows bilateral talks between the British and Saudi governments which increased in the maximum number of weekly flights between the two countries to 35.
Commenting on the development, bmi chief executive Nigel Turner said the airline had significantly increased its presence in the region, particularly following BA's cessation of flights in 2005.
"Bmi has amassed a considerable amount of experience and expertise since we took over services from Heathrow to the Kingdom," Turner said.
"Our route network to the region was further enhanced last October when we commenced services from Heathrow to a wide range of destinations throughout the Middle East and beyond.
"Bmi now has a major presence in this part of the world with considerable experience and knowledge of serving these markets."
© Adfero Ltd
