SAUDIA Group is the Official Airline Partner of the Future Investment Initiative Institute in its Sixth Edition

SAUDIA Group is the Official Airline Partner of the sixth edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute held at King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh from Tuesday, October 25^th through Thursday, October 27^th.

SAUDIA Group’s participation in FII Institute will showcase its commitment to sustainability as well as providing solutions to enhance the guest travel experience with new products and services through digital transformation. It’s also a continuation of its involvement in international events held within the country by expanding the Group’s international network and connecting the world to the Kingdom, which is a primary objective of Saudi Arabia’s National Transport Strategy.

Captain Ibrahim Koshy, the Chief Executive Officer of SAUDIA, is scheduled to participate in a panel session under the topic, Navigating A Disentangling Globe, that tackles the question of how companies can successfully deal with the bottlenecks in global shipping and trade today.

The event serves as an opportunity for SAUDIA Group to exchange expertise and knowledge with a multitude of local and international corporations. The airline is scheduled to sign two agreements related to sustainability, underlining the Kingdom’s role in facing the challenges presented by climate change and encouraging corporations to reduce carbon emissions. The agreements also seek to minimize the negative impacts of urbanization and urban development, helping to foster sustainable tourism within the Kingdom through environmentally friendly aviation.

SAUDIA Group’s endorsement of FII Institute underlines the conference’s track record as a leading international platform that brings world leaders, investors and innovators together.

Utilizing giant displays, SAUDIA Group intends to familiarize attendees with its subsidiaries, how they contribute to the national aviation framework, and their plans for the future. A simulated model of Alfursan lounge will showcase the premium services available to guests at major airports, such as Cairo International Airport, which include luxury waiting areas that guarantee comfort and privacy for all ages.

Thousands of international guests and hundreds of speakers form every sector are expected to attend the annual event to discuss essential topics on a global scale. Several of these topics include ways to balance success and sustainability, geopolitical upward mobility, parity in a disparate world, in addition to worldwide development and the risks challenges, opportunities, and horizons it holds. Multiple panel discussions and workshops aim to maximize investment opportunities, empower innovation, and enable advanced technology to explore and tackle global challenges.

About Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA)

Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) is the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Established in 1945, the company has grown to become one of the Middle East’s largest airlines.

SAUDIA has invested significantly in upgrading its aircraft and currently operates one of the youngest fleet. The airline serves an extensive global route network covering around 100 destinations across four continents, including all 28 domestic airports in Saudi Arabia.

A member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Arab Air Carriers Organization (AACO), SAUDIA has also been a member airline in SkyTeam, the second largest alliance, since 2012.

The airline is ranked as a Global Five-Star Major Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and has been awarded Diamond status by APEX Health Safety powered by SimpliFlying in recognition of its comprehensive approach to safety during the pandemic.

Most recently, SAUDIA was named the Middle East’s Fastest Growing Airline in 2022 by Brand Finance® and the World’s Most Improved Airline in 2021 by Skytrax, the second time it has received this prestigious accolade.