India, June 23 -- Emirates has once again been honoured at the 2026 Business Traveller Middle East (BTME) Awards, securing the industry's most coveted accolade-Best Airline Worldwide-alongside Best First Class and Best Airport Lounge in the Middle East for its First Class Lounge at Dubai International Airport.
Awards at BTME 2026
- Best Airline Worldwide - the top accolade in the industry.
- Best First Class - reaffirming its benchmark in luxury travel.
- Best Airport Lounge (Middle East) - for its First Class Lounge at Dubai International Airport.
Fleet & Network Enhancements
- 219 aircraft (A380s & B777s) undergoing full refurbishment.
- New Airbus A350 deliveries expanding reach to nearly 140 destinations.
- Refurbished aircraft and A350s already serving 70+ destinations, ensuring consistent premium experience.
- Upcoming daily Helsinki service from October 2026 - the only year-round direct link between Finland and the UAE.
Premium Experience Highlights
- First Class Suites: private cabins, dine-on-demand menus, unlimited caviar with Dom Perignon, Bulgari amenity kits, Byredo skincare, Shower Spa, and A380 Onboard Lounge.
- Ground Services: chauffeur-drive in ~90 destinations, priority airport services, and Emirates Lounges in 30+ locations.
- Dubai Lounges: a la carte dining, spa treatments, premium duty-free, curated wine selection, and direct boarding access.
Innovation & Customer Care
- Starlink rollout: 36 aircraft already equipped; Emirates will operate the world's largest Starlink-enabled wide-body fleet.
- Comprehensive Travel Cover insurance: industry-first protection for passengers.
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