Collaboration to introduce Plaza Premium First standards to Saudi Arabia
Red Sea International Airport (RSI) has announced an exciting new partnership with Plaza Premium Group (PPG), a global leader in airport hospitality, to manage premium services at the airport. This collaboration will introduce Plaza Premium First standards to Saudi Arabia for the first time, further solidifying RSI’s status as a world-class airport that merges efficiency with exceptional hospitality.
PPG will oversee a variety of premium services,
including four luxurious lounges for passengers, five food and beverage
outlets, and seven dining areas for airport staff. Notably, the airport’s
premium departure lounges will feature a fully à la carte dining experience,
providing travelers with a high-end dining experience as the final touchpoint
of their journey.
Andrew Tyler-Smith, CEO of RSI, expressed
enthusiasm about the partnership: “Working with Plaza Premium Group is a
significant step in enhancing the airport experience. Combining our expertise
in airport management with PPG’s global hospitality excellence, we are setting
new standards for comfort, service, and innovation. We are excited to welcome
travelers to our premium lounges and dining spaces, where every detail is
designed to enrich their journey.”
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The design of RSI takes inspiration from the
desert’s natural beauty, the serenity of an oasis, and the vastness of the sea,
aiming to offer a tranquil and stress-free experience from the moment
passengers arrive. The terminal’s architecture also evokes the exclusive feel
of a private aircraft terminal, with intimate spaces ensuring a personalized
and luxurious experience for all travelers.
Additionally, the lounges and F&B outlets
will be thoughtfully designed to reflect the sustainable and high-end ethos of
The Red Sea destination.
Bora Isbulan, Deputy CEO of Plaza Premium
Group, shared the company’s excitement about the partnership: “We are thrilled
to collaborate with Red Sea International Airport on this groundbreaking
project. With Saudi Arabia being a key focus of our strategic priorities, we
are proud to bring our expertise to this sustainable gateway and elevate it
into a luxury destination. Our award-winning services, integrated technology
solutions, and world-class teams will create personalized experiences at every
touchpoint, perfectly aligning with the Red Sea destination’s vision of
responsible luxury tourism.”
Okan Kufeci, Senior Vice President, EMEA of
Plaza Premium Group, also commented on the partnership: “This collaboration
marks a key milestone in our Middle East expansion. By introducing Plaza
Premium First standards to Saudi Arabia, we are not only enhancing the travel
experience but also reinforcing our commitment to exceptional global
hospitality. This partnership demonstrates our dedication to innovation and
setting new benchmarks for comfort and luxury.”
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RSI,
developed by Red Sea Global, serves as the main gateway to The Red Sea
destination, which welcomed its first guests in 2023. With five hotels now
open, RSI is located within three hours’ flight from 250 million people and
eight hours’ flight from 85% of the world’s population. Domestic flights began
in September 2023, with international flights commencing in April 2024,
including a twice-weekly route between The Red Sea and Dubai International.
Source: https://economymiddleeast.com/
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