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Gulf Today
24-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Autism Awareness Month: Emirates' first successful ‘travel rehearsal' rolled out across 17 cities
As part of Autism Awareness month, several milestones have been achieved on Emirates' journey to make travel more accessible for all. One year after Emirates' first successful "travel rehearsal," the programme is now being rolled out across 17 cities — allowing children with autism to practice the journey through the airport in order to prepare for real flights. Emirates has also achieved its designation as the world's first Autism Certified Airline, with more than 30,000 cabin crew and ground staff now trained to support customers with autism. For the month of April, Emirates highlighted autism awareness to millions of passengers globally, showcasing a selection of movies, podcasts and TV shows about neurodiversity on its inflight entertainment system, ice. Adel Al Redha, Deputy President and COO, Emirates, said: "Emirates has been driving and facilitating good progress in accessible travel, and it is part of our operational strategy. We continue to work on this mission to make travel more inclusive. At the beginning of 2024, we were recognised as a Certified Autism Centre. We have upskilled our teams and I am pleased to say that we are now the world's first autism-certified airline, with 30, 000 frontline staff and cabin crew trained to support our customers with autism. Now we are also rolling out our Travel Rehearsal programme in cities across the globe, to break barriers and make travel accessible for everyone. This is part of our social and professional responsibility.' Globally, Emirates has started rolling out its travel rehearsal programme to 17 cities including Barcelona, Brisbane, Budapest, Cebu, Christchurch, Dubai, Durban, Luanda, Madrid, Manila, Mauritius, Manchester, Montreal, Nice, Oslo, Paris and Toronto, with more destinations committing to the programme every month. The Travel Rehearsal concept first began in 2023, as a community collaboration between Emirates, Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, Dubai Airports, the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs, Dubai Police and Dubai Customs, and several schools and centres for autism in Dubai, whose feedback was invaluable to the process. Now on an international level, parents, therapists and teachers involved in the travel rehearsals have reported to Emirates that the experience has been invaluable in helping their child to have a safe and successful flight, by offering the comfort of preparation and familiarity, as well as trained staff to support. Emirates is introducing the travel rehearsal initiative in many cities on its network, with partnering airports, authorities, local centers, and foundations. Currently, this is not a bookable service and is available on an invitation basis in collaboration with accredited centers. WAM
Hi Dubai
24-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Emirates Completes First Successful Travel Rehearsal Across 17 Cities
As part of Autism Awareness Month, Emirates has marked a series of significant milestones in its ongoing mission to make air travel more inclusive. The airline has officially become the world's first Autism Certified Airline™, with over 30,000 cabin crew and ground staff trained to support passengers with autism. A key highlight of Emirates' accessibility drive is the expansion of its Travel Rehearsal programme to 17 cities globally, including Dubai, Barcelona, Brisbane, and Toronto. Originally launched in 2023 as a community collaboration in Dubai, the initiative allows children with autism to simulate the airport experience—easing anxiety and building familiarity ahead of real journeys. 'Travel should be accessible to all,' said Adel Al Redha, Deputy President and COO, Emirates. 'This programme helps break down barriers and ensures a safe, supportive experience for every passenger.' Emirates is working with local authorities, schools, and autism centers to deliver the programme, which is currently offered by invitation through accredited partners. Feedback from parents, therapists, and educators has been overwhelmingly positive, with many citing the initiative as a game-changer for children who previously struggled with the unpredictability of air travel. Throughout April, Emirates also spotlighted neurodiversity on its inflight entertainment system, ice , featuring curated content such as movies, TV shows, and podcasts focused on autism awareness. With more destinations joining each month, the airline's efforts reflect a broader commitment to embedding accessibility into its operations—not just as a campaign, but as a core value. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Hi Dubai
19-03-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Emirates Group Renews Rolls-Royce Leadership Programme to Empower UAE Nationals
Emirates Group has renewed its partnership with Rolls-Royce for the Leadership Programme, extending the initiative for another five years to further develop and empower UAE national talent. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Adel Al Redha, Deputy President and Chief Operations Officer of Emirates Airline, and Ewen McDonald, Chief Customer Officer of Rolls-Royce, in the presence of senior executives from both organizations. The extended agreement will introduce five additional cohorts to the bespoke leadership training module, providing enhanced resources and opportunities for career progression. Since its inception, the programme has successfully trained 175 graduates across 11 cohorts, many of whom now hold senior leadership positions within the Emirates Group. As the flagship leadership initiative of Emirates Group, the Rolls-Royce Leadership Programme is tailored to equip UAE Nationals with essential skills for driving business success. The renewed curriculum includes modules on Financial Management, Commercial Acumen, Sustainability, Emerging Technologies, The Future of Work, Strategy, Personal Impact, and Innovation, ensuring participants are well-prepared for evolving industry challenges. This strategic renewal reinforces Emirates Group's commitment to nurturing local talent and fostering future business leaders in the UAE. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Gulf Today
18-03-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Emirates Group renews Rolls-Royce Leadership Programme for UAE Nationals
Emirates Group has renewed its Rolls-Royce Leadership Programme for another 5 years, as part of its continued efforts to develop and empower the UAE national leadership skills and competencies. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the renewal was signed by Adel Al Redha, Deputy President and Chief Operations Officer of Emirates Airline and Ewen McDonald, Chief Customer Officer, Rolls-Royce, with senior executives from both organisations present. The extended agreement will ensure five additional cohorts benefit from the airline's bespoke training module for UAE Nationals, offering them better access and resources to support their career progression. To date, 175 graduates across 11 cohorts have completed the programme. Many of the graduates now hold senior leadership roles in different parts of the business across the Emirates Group. The Rolls-Royce Leadership Programme is the Emirates Group's flagship leadership development initiative, designed to equip its UAE National workforce with the necessary skills to drive business success and prepare them for future leadership roles. The renewed programme will feature an enhanced curriculum which will cover Financial Management and Commercial Acumen; Sustainability; Emerging Technologies and The Future of Work and Strategy, Personal Impact, and Innovation. WAM
Al Etihad
18-03-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Emirates Group renews Rolls-Royce Leadership Programme for UAE Nationals
18 Mar 2025 17:46 DUBAI (WAM) Emirates Group has renewed its Rolls-Royce Leadership Programme for another 5 years, as part of its continued efforts to develop and empower the UAE national leadership skills and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the renewal was signed by Adel Al Redha, Deputy President and Chief Operations Officer of Emirates Airline and Ewen McDonald, Chief Customer Officer, Rolls-Royce, with senior executives from both organisations extended agreement will ensure five additional cohorts benefit from the airline's bespoke training module for UAE Nationals, offering them better access and resources to support their career progression. To date, 175 graduates across 11 cohorts have completed the programme. Many of the graduates now hold senior leadership roles in different parts of the business across the Emirates Rolls-Royce Leadership Programme is the Emirates Group's flagship leadership development initiative, designed to equip its UAE National workforce with the necessary skills to drive business success and prepare them for future leadership roles. The renewed programme will feature an enhanced curriculum which will cover Financial Management and Commercial Acumen; Sustainability; Emerging Technologies and The Future of Work and Strategy, Personal Impact, and Innovation.
