Gulf Air Chief Operating Officer Björn Näf singed on behalf of the carrier while BAS Chief Executive Officer Graham Keddie singed on behalf of his company at the services company's headquarters in Muharrraq.
"As the national carrier for Bahrain, Gulf Air is extremely proud to be part of this process to ensure a bright future for Bahrainis," said Mr. Näf.
"This signing is very significant as it reflects Gulf Air's commitment to invest in Bahraini youth who are the future not only of the national carrier but also their homeland," said Mr. Näf after the signing ceremony.
"This training is an ongoing process and we would like to thank BAS who will be our partners in this march toward the future."
The 25 Bahrainis will undergo an intense four-year, theoretical and practical training, to obtain their globally recognized aircraft maintenance engineer license, which is accredited by European Aviation Safety Agents (EASA).
For his part Mr. Keddie thanked Gulf Air for the opportunity given to BAS which offers, ground services, cargo, engineering, aircraft and terminal catering as well as management and administration.
"We are delighted to be given this opportunity to train and develop Bahrainis. We have a very high level training program which is fully accredited by EASA and the qualification is recognized worldwide," said Mr. Keddie.
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Gulf Air and Bahrain Airport Services sign training agreement
- Bahrain: Wednesday, July 18 - 2007 at 16:28
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Gulf Air and Bahrain Airport Services (BAS) have signed an agreement to train a group of 25 Bahrainis to be accredited and qualified aircraft maintenance engineers.
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About Gulf AirFounded in 1950, Gulf Air, owned by the Kingdom of Bahrain is the only truly Pan Gulf carrier in the Middle East region.
The regional, geographic and cultural values that the airline has embraced over more than half a century are still central to defining its brand and service ethos.
Today the airline's network stretches from Europe to Asia and covers 40 cities in 26 countries. The fleet comprises 28 aircraft and has the distinct advantage of possessing the strongest network across the Middle East.
A new strategy to create a platform for sustained commercial operation has been put in place as part of a two-phased turnaround programme announced in April 2007 by the airline's new President and Chief Executive André Dosé.
Gulf Air's onboard service caters high quality products and services, including the innovative, unique and award winning Sky Chefs and Sky Nannies.
Some of the notable recognition include:
Best Onboard Catering in First Class 2006 (Sky Trax Awards)
Best Onboard Catering in Business Class 2006 (Sky Trax Awards)
Best Business Airline 2006 (British Travel Awards)
Best Onboard Service 2006 (Gold) (Mercury Awards)
Best Onboard Catering in First Class 2005 (Sky Trax Awards)
Best Onboard Catering in Business Class 2005(Sky Trax Awards)
Best designed in-flight magazine 2005 (American Creativity Awards)
Middle East Leading First Class Airline 2005 (World Travel Awards)
World's Leading Airport Lounge 2005 (World Travel Awards)
Middle East region's best airport restaurant for its restaurant in Bahrain International Airport lounge 2005 (PAX International Readership Awards)
Official Airline and Sponsor of the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2008
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Posted by Medilyn Manibo, Assistant News EditorWednesday, July 18 - 2007 at 16:28 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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