Gulf Air, which commenced direct flights three times a week from Dublin to Bahrain and onwards in December 2005, regret to announce that it is to cease operating on the Dublin route as and from July 1^st 2007. This announcement comes despite the success of Gulf Air in the Irish market particularly on the outbound route, but forms part of a global strategy by Gulf Air to consolidate the airlines routes to and from destinations where the airline can offer at least two flights per day.

 

“While we understand that this move is part of a global strategy by Gulf Air we are nonetheless very disappointed”, said James Harrison, Ireland Manager, Gulf Air.  “The Gulf Air team in Dublin has worked hard to build this successful route and we are very grateful to our travel partners and our colleagues and friends at Dublin Airport for their support over the past 18 months.“

Gulf Air President and Chief Executive Andre Dose said “at this critical juncture, the airline, which is currently making heavy operational losses, had looked at ways in which the fleet and resources can be used in the most effective way to ensure that customers are served effectively.”

“The decision has been made to close six routes effective July 1. These are Dublin, Johannesburg, Singapore, Sydney, Jakarta and Hong Kong,” said Mr. Dose.  “This move will allow us to re-allocate our assets more effectively, strengthening our network still further in key areas, either by increasing flight frequencies to other key destinations or by assigning the aircraft for service on high demand sectors.

The withdrawal strategy is presently being finalised and details have already been discussed with personnel in all the countries concerned. The tremendous support of everyone connected to the Dublin operations is both recognised and appreciated by senior management and every effort is being made to ensure that all individuals affected by the decision are cared for appropriately.”

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