"We are moving ahead full steam with the realignment of Gulf Air and this improved package is our appreciation for the flight deck and cabin crews' hard work, dedication and commitment to further strengthen the Gulf Air brand," says Gulf Air Board of Directors Chairman Mahmood Al Kooheji.
At an ordinary general assembly meeting at Gulf Air headquarters, the board, including members from the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Sultanate of Oman, also approved the company account for 2006.
Gulf Air Acting Chief Executive Björn Näf, who is the driving force behind the proposal on the new package for the cockpit and cabin crew, welcomed the board's swift decision to approve the compensation as another phase of adjustments, which began in June.
"We have revisited the compensation packages for our cockpit and cabin crew and we thank the board for giving our proposal a swift go ahead to align with market standards," says Mr. Näf.
For pilots, the new package includes significant increases to housing and schooling allowances. In addition, a new seniority system will be introduced, which will be clear and transparent.
"We have received a very positive response on these new packages which is in line with market standards and the overall economic standing of the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is the leading financial centre in the Middle East," says Mr. Näf.
The company also has plans to install a performance appraisal system in line with Gulf Air's strategy to boost transparency, people development and to prepare the company for future growth.
"We have the full backing of the board and Gulf Air is marching ahead and in the business to grow."
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Gulf Air offers significant compensation package for Cockpit and Cabin Crew
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Gulf Air's Board of Directors have approved a new significant compensation package for its cockpit and cabin crew, which meets market standards and is part of the company's ongoing alignment strategy.
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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 management.
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 Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News EditorThursday, August 23 - 2007 at 07:55 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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