Kuwait Airways and Ooredoo Kuwait Partner to Redefine In-Flight Entertainment with the integration of the '51' Platform on Kuwait Airways Flights
The announcement was made in the presence of Saad Nafel Al-Azmi, Assistant Undersecretary for Media Services and New Media Sector and head of the Coordinating Committee for Platform 51 at the Ministry of Information.
A National VisionCapt. Abdulmohsen Al-Fagaan, Chairman of Kuwait Airways, commented:"Our strategy places private sector collaboration at the heart of national development efforts. Platform 51 stands out as a pioneering media initiative, and we are proud to help carry its content to the world—especially as we enter the busy summer travel season."He added:
"This agreement represents a steppingstone toward deeper, innovation-led partnerships with the private sector that enhance our customer journey and position Kuwait as a regional leader in digital and media services."
A Model of InnovationAbdulaziz Yaqoub Al-Babtain, CEO of Ooredoo Kuwait, highlighted the strategic alignment of the collaboration, stating:"This partnership is in line with Ooredoo's commitment to advancing Kuwait's digital transformation. By delivering innovative telecom solutions, we support the government's vision of building a sustainable digital economy." He continued:"With Platform 51, we've proven our ability to merge technology and media into a replicable national model. True partnerships thrive on shared vision and synergy, and Ooredoo remains committed to empowering national talent and supporting projects that build a resilient digital future."Amplifying Kuwait's Media MessageSaad Nafel Al-Azmi, Assistant Undersecretary for New Media at the Ministry of Information and Chairman of the Platform 51 Coordinating Committee, concluded:"We highly value FASTtelco's instrumental role in the success of Platform 51. Bringing this content to Kuwait Airways flights is a major milestone that reflects the strength of collaboration between the Ministry and our private sector partners. It's an important step in delivering Kuwait's national media message to both local and global audiences."Ooredoo Kuwait continues its mission to enhance the digital experiences of its customers and the wider community it serves. By embracing innovation and forging meaningful partnerships, the company remains committed to driving digital transformation across sectors.
Looking ahead, Ooredoo Kuwait aims to expand its impact through global initiatives that align with Kuwait's vision for a smarter, more connected future.
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