British Airways optimistic of 2010

British Airways Ghana says it is optimistic about the airline’s prospects for 2010, as it prepares for the new financial year this month.

“British Airways is “upbeat” about the outlook in the coming year. Despite the recent economic downturn, people continue to travel and we are determined to get ourselves in shape to offer the best possible service and great value fares on a long-term basis.” Country Manager, Paul Dhami said in a statement.

He indicated that planned collaborations with major international airlines will make British Airways stronger, enabling it to offer the best possible service and a wider route network.

“We also continue to invest to make sure our products and services get better and better – we recently launched a new First Class cabin, we are taking delivery of new aircrafts over the next couple of years, and using the latest technology by providing the first mid-air email and text services on UK-US flights.”

“British Airways expects that the FIFA 2010 World Cup will lead to increased flights to the African continent, and Ghana’s stable political and social climate, as well as the recent oil discovery, offers the country important opportunities to attract tourists and investors alike, the Dhami urged the Ministry of Tourism to take advantage of these opportunities.

Mr. Dhami reiterated British Airways’ commitment to Ghana, a country in which the airline has operated for over 70 years. “We care about the community in which we operate.

In recent years, we have been particularly supportive of health and education, and we will continue to be a socially-responsible organisation in Ghana.”

In 2007, the airline also supported the Africa outside Edge Expedition, with adventurer Kingsley Holgate, during which tens of thousands of mosquito nets, mobile libraries and reading glasses were handed out to underprivileged communities in thirty-three countries along the coast of Africa including Ghana.

British Airways has supported school projects in the Greater Accra and Volta Regions, as well as a local domestic tourism essay contest for Junior High Schools.