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Emirates has increased flights into the United States with the launch of additional flights into Boston

Business Reporter
Emirates, which flies daily from Harare to Lusaka and Dubai, is to launch a further transatlantic link with the start of flights to Boston from March next year.This will be the airline’s 8th route into the United States, 9th into North America and 12th into the wider Americas.

The flight will be operated by a GE-90 engine-powered Boeing 777-200LR and brings the winner of the Skytrax ‘‘World’s Best Airline’’ 2013 award into Boston Logan International Airport on a daily basis.

Emirates Airline and Group chairman and chief executive Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum said: “Our Boston service will further develop this exciting gateway into the north-eastern United States.

‘‘Based on passenger demand, we believe the time is right to further boost our U.S operations, while stimulating channels of trade and tourism to and from the state of Massachusetts and the wider New England region.”

Boston Mayor, Thomas M. Menino, said: “The arrival of Emirates and its non-stop service to Dubai will expand Boston’s global presence in business and tourism. We look forward to welcoming them to Boston and applaud Massport for its work in helping our City continue its strong growth.”

Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick commented: “A non-stop service to the Middle East will open up new commercial and economic opportunities for Massachusetts and the region. This and similar service expansions are how we bolster the Commonwealth’s competitiveness.’’

Thomas P. Glynn, Massport’s CEO, added: “Our new partnership with Emirates helps expand the global reach of Boston and Logan by connecting New England with new markets. Emirates offers connections from Dubai to dozens of destinations in the Middle East, India, East Africa and Southeast Asia — a combined market from Boston that in 2012 saw more than 331 000 passengers spend more than US$295 million in tickets.’’

Boston is the largest city in Massachusetts and one of the oldest cities in America.  With more than 12 million visitors a year, Boston boasts a world class reputation for medical and educational facilities, including Harvard University.

In the field of transport, Boston is known for launching America’s first subway system back in 1897. The Boston University Bridge on Commonwealth Avenue is one of the only places in the world where a boat can sail under a train passing under a car driving under an aircraft.
Emirates started flights to America in 2004, beginning with New York. The airline’s current seven U.S gateways form part of a 134-destination network, served by a fleet of more than 200 modern aircraft, including the airline’s flagship Airbus A380.

Emirates’ much-lauded hub in Dubai is equipped with the world’s first purpose-built A380 concourse, housing the largest First and Business Class lounges in the industry.