Qatar Airways has introduced the Airbus A350-900 on its four times weekly schedule, the ultra-modern aircraft delivers an increase in passenger seats on the Durban-Doha route, coupled with a nominal increase in cargo capacity.
In celebrating Qatar Airways aircraft upgauge, Durban Direct co-chair,
Mr Hamish Erskine noted, "Long haul routes continue to be very important for the lifeblood of our economy in KwaZulu-Natal, by delivering tourists to our shores and opening up new markets for our goods around the world.
Qatar Airways has been instrumental in providing Durban's King Shaka International Airport with international connectivity to over 160 destinations around the globe through its vast network.
'In the medium term, as Durban Direct we took an approach, which set out a goal of focusing on growing the frequencies and the aircraft capacity of our airline partners that currently service King Shaka International Airport, this development by Qatar Airways fulfills one of these goals. "
Durban Direct will continue to work with all international and regional airlines flying into the province, helping them through promotion and other operational incentives, in order to ensure that with their flights are able to deliver value to the people and economy of KwaZulu-Natal.