(1 August 2015)
Abu Dhabi International Airport on Friday night welcomed the 2 millionth passenger, achieved a milestone for the first time in a single month and marking a new era in the airport’s journey.
The passenger, Saeed Ali Al Suraidi, who arrived from Cairo on Etihad Airways, was warmly welcomed by Ahmad Al Haddabi, Chief Operations Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports.
The delighted passenger was presented with a commemorative gift from Abu Dhabi Airports and a voucher to enjoy the airport’s unique retail experience at Abu Dhabi Duty Free.
Commenting on the event, Mohamed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports, said, "This has been a remarkable month for Abu Dhabi International Airport. More and more travellers are choosing Abu Dhabi as a final destination or transit point and this is supported by the increased flight connectivity available at the Capital’s airport. We are investing considerable efforts and resources in ensuring that the passenger experience at Abu Dhabi International Airport is always of the highest quality by increasing capacity and offering a broader range of services."
He added, "This milestone is a significant one for the airport and for the different teams that work hard to deliver seamless service to the millions of passengers who travel through our airports."