The CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, given by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) to industry leaders for their commitment to improve the passenger experience, was presented to Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Airways Group. On September 20, Akbar Al Baker attended the APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony at the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California, where the airline also picked up three honors.
One of the biggest international airline associations in the world is APEX. With the help of major airlines, the International Flight Services Association, and Future Travel Experience, this international non-profit improves the customer experience.
In the organization’s five-decade history, the APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award has only been given six times, including the most recent award given to H.E. Mr. Al Baker. This esteemed honor is given only to visionaries and leaders in the industry who drive advancement in the aviation business while also elevating their brands.
Three further APEX Awards were given to Qatar Airways, ensuring its place among the top airlines in the world. The 2024 APEX World Class Award, the APEX Award for Best Entertainment in the Middle East, and the APEX Award for Global Best Food & Beverage were given to Qatar Airways based solely on verified passenger votes.
“I am honored to accept the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX),” stated Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Airways Group. Qatar Airways has developed over the years into one of the most recognizable and dependable names in the business, representing luxury and high-caliber customer care. Our award-winning airline continues to perform at the very top of our business thanks to the devotion of our employees around the world.
I’m also pleased to note that Qatar Airways won three accolades from our customers: Best World Class Airline, Best Entertainment in the Middle East, and Best Food & Beverage Worldwide. We strive to continue to exceed all expectations for Qatar Airways in the years to come. I would like to thank our passengers as well as the APEX team for their acknowledgment.
“By presenting His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker with the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, APEX celebrates a true pioneer in aviation,” stated Dr. Joe Leader, the chief executive officer of APEX. The visionary leadership of H.E. Mr. Al Baker at Qatar Airways symbolizes innovation by fusing the splendor of Qatari history with an unwavering dedication to superior customer service. His legacy is a mosaic of passion, insight, and a never-ending pursuit of perfection, whether it be the ground-breaking Qsuite experience, an outstanding in-flight entertainment library, or the airline’s persistent focus on health through unheard-of times.
“Under his expert management, Qatar Airways has not only flown, but also soared, setting standards that motivate our entire industry,” he concluded. We at APEX offer our sincere respect for a leader who has truly revolutionized the skies as he accepts this well-deserved honor.
The Qatar Airways Group is a distinctive company that unites its several companies to provide the smoothest possible travel experiences, including airport ground services, onboard catering, private jet travel, and more. With the addition of four more important medals to its accreditation, Qatar Airways has maintained its commitment to offering all travelers the most smooth and opulent travel experience possible.
Source- Travel daily