Emirates partners with Mauritius and Uganda, supporting inbound tourism targets to both nations

Emirates partners with Mauritius and Uganda, supporting inbound tourism targets to both nations

In an alliance that dates back to 2012, Emirates and MTPA have committed to joint initiatives designed to promote tourism to Mauritius. The airline has been operating there since 2002 and now offers double-daily A380 services.

In 2023, nearly 1.3 million tourist arrivals were recorded for Mauritius, with Emirates playing a vital role in transporting visitors to the island.

Ahmed Khoory, Emirates' Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations in West Asia & Indian Ocean, said: "Emirates is proud to serve Mauritius since 2002 continuously and to be playing a key role in achieving the country's tourism targets through our partnership with Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority. By operating double daily A380 services, we have the capacity to transport up to 1,000 tourists per day into the island, and we hope to continue making a positive impact on the country's tourism economy."

Arvind Bundhun, Director, MTPA, said: "We are thrilled about the renewed partnership between Emirates Airline and MTPA. The arrival of Emirates in Mauritius has boosted our tourism sector by opening the Emirati market and allowing us to reach Russia, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. With Dubai's hub to nearly 140 destinations, Emirates also provides global connectivity to the island."

Emirates and the UTM signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)