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Oman Air named official carrier of Ironman

Flag carrier Oman Air will be supporting the sultanate's Ironman event, taking place in March 2019, as the official carrier.
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Flag carrier Oman Air will be supporting the sultanate's Ironman event, taking place in March 2019, as the official carrier.

Through this event, thousands of athletes and spectators are expected to flock to Muscat.

Oman Air offers up to 200 flights per day into Muscat which will ensure an easy and seamless access to all those that are participating in the event. Additionally, Oman air will offer free bike carriage to the guests that will participate in the Ironman event. For those guests that require accommodation and transfer services in addition to the air ticket, Oman Air Holidays has some great packages on offer.

The race, supported by the Oman Ministry of Tourism, will be held in the capital city of Muscat, offering guests an opportunity to visit Muscat and enjoy the hospitality of the city and the people of Oman.

Abdulaziz Al Raisi, CEO of Oman Air, said: “We are very well placed to support a range of major events in Oman and offer dedicated services to groups travelling with Oman Air. In the past, we have sponsored and supported many events ranging from sports to business and culture, in an effort to promote the diversity of our beautiful country.  From large corporate gatherings to the Extreme Sailing Series, the European Golf Tour, Al Mouj Muscat Marathon and now the Ironman, Oman can be showcased in many different ways attracting a diverse audience to our beautiful country.”

The Ironman 70.3 race is organised by the Ironman Foundation in collaboration with Wanda Sports and Triathlon Middle East. In preparation, the sultanate will also host the first Triathlon 5i50 in on November 18 where the racers will have to swim 1.5 km, bike 40 km and run 10 km. - TradeArabia News Service
 

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