Qantas and Emirates celebrated the second anniversary of its partnership with more than two million codeshare customers travelling on both carriers since the launch.
Qantas International CEO Gareth Evans said the partnership has achieved significant benefits for customers offering an integrated network, countless opportunities to earn and redeem points and is setting the standard in customer experience.'Customer satisfaction levels have reached record heights with a double digit increase in advocacy scores being received by international travellers. 'Qantas Frequent Flyer members have flown and earned points on 1.6 million segments and have flown nearly 16 billion km on the joint Qantas and Emirates network. 'Together we are taking more people to more places with Qantas customers now being able to access more than 70 Emirates destinations in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa and Emirates customers enjoying Qantas’ Australian domestic network of more than 50 destinations and 5,000 flights per week.'The Emirates and Qantas frequent flyer programs also give customers expanded opportunities to earn and redeem points and reciprocal end-to-end customer recognition and benefits.'The partnership has provided an opportunity to showcase Qantas’ inflight menu, with Qantas Chef, Neil Perry’s, award winning Rockpool meals featuring on Emirates services between Australia, Dubai and London. Qantas also offers an Emirates-inspired Mezze plate in first and business classes on this route. Thierry Antinori, executive vice-president and chief commercial officer, Emirates airline, said that together Qantas and Emirates is connecting the globe and adding value to travellers. 'Through this partnership we are providing more tourism to Australia, opening up trade opportunities and flying more Australians on our extensive global network. 'The partnership also provides added value to our customers, with fast one-stop connectivity via our hub in Dubai between five Australian cities and 37 European cities; as well as comprehensive stopover products for travellers wishing to experience the dynamic city of Dubai. 'Together we have created the world’s most significant partnership between two airlines, allowing customers to access a world-class product and service offering, as well as a seamless customer experience, when travelling on both Emirates and Qantas.'Emirates representatives will be available at stand number UAE3310.***************************************************************************************************************************Qantas – Emirates2 Years of partnership
2m Codeshare customers
$9.9bn Miles earned by Qantas frequent flyers on the joint network***************************************************************************************************************************