Dubai: Emirates has been voted 'Best Airline in the World' for the 8th consecutive year, at the ULTRAs travel awards held in Dubai. Based on votes from Ultratravel's global network of 1.2 million travellers, Emirates also scooped the 'Airline with the Best Premium Economy Class' award, as well as a prestigious 'Lifetime Achievement Award for Services to Global Aviation' presented to Tim Clar, President of Emirates Airline.

Emirates has been honoured as the best airline in the world due to the exceptional customer experience it offers, as well as an extensive global network, and fleet of modern aircraft. Emirates is renowned for its world-class inflight experience, including regionally inspired gourmet cuisine, award-winning entertainment system, and luxurious premium cabins featuring private suites, onboard lounges and shower spa's. Emirates' commitment to innovation also extends to its airport facilities, elite lounges and chauffeur drive services.

This honour from Ultratravel celebrates Emirates' newest premium economy cabin class, which already holds other global recognitions. Emirates Premium Economy is now available to customers flying between Dubai and 61 cities.

Celebrating his extraordinary contributions to the aviation industry, Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, has been honoured with a distinguished lifetime achievement award in recognition of his impressive career which spans from 1972, through to joining Emirates in 1985, and ascending to President in 2003. Under his leadership, Emirates expanded from a modest operation into one of the world's largest international carriers. He was also recently recognised by the Wings Club Foundation with the prestigious Distinguished Achievement Award.

Amongst the most respected awards in the industry, the ULTRAs are determined from the votes of a global network of 1.2 million travellers. Ultratravel readers are active and affluent travellers and will spend over $1 billion on international travel in 2025.

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