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Tribune News Network
Gulf Air has become one of the first airlines in the region to be awarded the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Ground Operations Manual Certificate (IGOM) certifying that the airline is in full compliance with international standards of ground safety and operations.
IATA Gulf Area Campaign Manager Kashif Khalid presented the certificate to Gulf Air Chief Operations Officer Captain Nasser al Salmi and Gulf Air Chief Commercial Officer Ahmed Janahi, at the airline's Muharraq headquarters congratulating Gulf Air on successfully achieving IGOM registry status.
Upon receiving the certificate, captain Salmi said:"Gulf Air prides itself in operating to the highest global standards with regards to our ground handling processes, safety and operations. This is key to ensuring satisfied passengers and seamless operations. It is an honour to be recognised for our achievements a reminder of the need for our continuous, rigorous efforts."
"In successfully completing the IATA IOSA audit earlier this year and recently joining IATA's IGOM registry Gulf Air has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to the highest levels of operational safety. The airline's achievements are positive for its passengers who can have confidence that the latest aviation standards are in place," said Khalid.
Providing one internationally recognised standard for ground handling processes, the IATA Ground Operations Manual represents airlines' definitive source for the latest industry-approved standards and is geared towards improved safety and operational efficiency. By applying these standards, IGOM strives to drive down costs by reducing complexity, simplifying training requirements and reducing aircraft damage by applying common procedures.
