Hosted by Dubai Airports, the first Airline Excellence Awards is meant to recognize airline excellence in customer service, on-time performance and partnership at both Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC), centered on achievements throughout 2016.

Yonas Gebre, Manager Airport Service Dubai, Ethiopian Airlines, has been chosen as employee of the year from staff of more than 100 airlines operating in Dubai at a ceremony held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Dubai Festival City.

The prestigious award nominated Airlines in five categories which demonstrated excellence in contributing to Dubai airports objectives.