Manama, April 5 (BNA) The Minister of Transport and Communications and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Bahrain Airport Company Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed announced that the Pearl Lounge at Bahrain International Airport has received a 5-star rating from Skytrax.
The minister’s announcement came during an event hosted by Bahrain Air and Hala Bahrain at the Pearl Lounge.
Skytrax issues an annual list of the world’s best airports, airlines and airport lounges.
The rating is the highest accolade given to airline lounges that offer the highest level of overall performance and value exceptional facilities, amenities and services.
The minister expressed his gratitude to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa for his continuous patronage and support for the aviation sector and for the government headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. His Excellency the Minister to promote her achievements.
He was proud of BIA’s achievement which comes on the back of another 5-star rating from Skytrax in February.
He said: “This achievement reflects the tireless efforts of the teams at Bahrain Airport and Hala Bahrain, which strive to implement the highest international standards in providing their services to passengers and airlines.”
Mohammed Yousef Al-Binfalah, CEO of Bahrain Airport Company, said that airport lounges are one of the most valued aspects of the travel experience for discerning travelers, and Bahrain International Airport strives to maintain the highest standards in the Pearl Lounges.
“The lounges offer traditional Bahraini hospitality in a modern setting, providing an ideal and exceptional getaway for individuals, groups, business travelers and families,” he said.
Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, said, “The Pearl Lounge has been designed according to the principles and design of a 5-star hotel, and finished to the most outstanding standards, providing a more luxurious and comfortable atmosphere where customers can easily forget that they are in an international airport.”
“The décor and furnishings of the hall are truly exceptional,” he said.
The Pearl Lounge also received a 5-star rating for the airline’s COVID-19 lounge safety earlier this year, which certifies that safety and hygiene measures meet the highest standards.
This rating comes against the background of detailed inspections, professional analysis and evaluation of quality standards by the Skytrax audit team.