Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Al Etihad Payments, a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE.
This collaboration demonstrates
a shared commitment between the two national brands to deliver extraordinary
customer experiences and customised benefits to the needs of UAE residents.
Under the MoU, Etihad will exclusively offer Jaywan Royal
cardholders, using a Jaywan debit or credit card, an exclusive discount on
Comfort and Deluxe fares across its global network, when booking via etihad.com.
Jaywan Royal cardholders will also enjoy priority Business Check-in and
Priority Boarding, offering a seamless and elevated travel experience.
Jaywan is the UAE’s national domestic card scheme, created
to deliver secure payments and benefits for cardholders across the country and
is issued by leading financial institutions in the UAE and accepted nationwide
across all payment channels.
Saif Al Dhaheri, Assistant Governor of Banking Operations
and Support Services at CBUAE and Chairman of Al Etihad Payments, commented, "Our
vision for Jaywan extends beyond everyday transactions; it's about enriching
the lives of UAE residents. This partnership with Etihad Airways brings this
vision to life, offering Jaywan Royal cardholders uniquely rewarding travel
experiences that are thoughtfully designed to provide genuine value.
Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, said, "Our collaboration represents a commitment to building more customer-focused and interconnected infrastructure across the UAE. Partnering with Al Etihad Payments enables us to reinforce our role in supporting the UAE’s strategic growth and integration across sectors, while rewarding loyal travellers." -TradeArabia News Service