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Costa Coffee has opened an outlet at Sharjah
International Airport. The Costa Coffee outlet is located at the New
Terminal and is open to all passengers whether they are in the departures
section, transit lounges or just arriving at Sharjah International Airport.
Sharjah International Airport is expanding its retail shops, food and
beverage outlets and additional passenger services offering passengers
choice and comfort during their travel.
At the heart of the airport’s commercial strategy is Dufry Sharjah, a
worldwide presence in travel retail.
Dufry Sharjah general manager Eugene Barry said: “We are excited about
the forthcoming expansion of the airport’s commercial sites, first of which
is the introduction of Costa Coffee.
“The commitment of Sharjah Airport is to deliver the best to its growing
and diversified passenger base, and Dufry Sharjah is working to upgrade the
retail and commercial mix at the airport.”
Sharjah Airport Authority director Ali Salem Al Midfa said: “This is the
first step towards many international Food & Beverage concepts to come.
“Our choice customer service program is continuously adapted to exceed
general passenger expectations.
“We are happy to offer all our passengers the best in every aspect of
their travel. Initially Costa Coffee has one outlet at the New Terminal and
will expand in the future to other areas within the airport.”
Costa Coffee UAE is a division of Emirates Leisure Retail.
Simon Holroyd, regional manager of Costa Coffee UAE, added: “Costa Coffee
was delighted to recently open our 30th UAE at Sharjah International
Airport.
“We recognise the huge growth potential of Sharjah Airport, and look
forward to bringing our product to the growing numbers of passengers who
choose to use the airport.
“Costa Coffee UAE recently won the global award for service excellence,
and we are very pleased to be associated with the commercial expansion
project at Sharjah International Airport.”
The menu at the Costa Coffee outlet in Sharjah International Airport
extends from tantalizing aromatic coffees, cold beverages, pastries,
sandwiches and other light assorted refreshments.
With the growing diversity in consumer profiles, the extension of the
food and beverage concept promises to be the first of many more new
amenities adding flavor to flyers’ experiences.
With an ‘access to all’ location, it is easy to see why Costa Coffee is
now a favourite among travellers, airline crew and airport staff.
All passengers flying through or via the Sharjah International Airport
now have the choice of a delicious frothy cup brewed for them.
Located in the midst of the thriving and bustling Sharjah city famed for
its culture, heritage and numerous tourist attractions, Sharjah
International Airport (SIA) is becoming one of the fastest growing airports
in the region.
Established in 1932, the airport is currently the Middle East’s leading
transport gateway due to its unique geographical position linking the East
and West.
Ideally placed in the heart of the UAE between Sharjah’s seaports on the
Indian Ocean and Arabian Gulf, the airport offers fast and efficient cargo
links throughout the country.
To cope with the dramatic increase in traffic, Sharjah International
Airport has embarked on a four-fold expansion project scheduled for
completion in early 2007.
The expansion will herald a new and exciting era for the SIA, always
intent on providing the very best services and facilities for passengers and
visitors as well as establishing Sharjah’s position as a premier travel and
business hub within the region.
Dufry is a leading global travel retailer operating more than 380
duty-free and duty-paid shops in airports, cruise lines, seaports, railway
stations and downtown tourist areas. Dufry employs more than 6,000 people.
The company, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, has about 50
subsidiaries to operate its business in 35 countries in Europe, Americas &
Caribbean, Asia and Africa. |
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