London, September 14 (QNA) - Hamad International Airport (DOH) has won the "Best Airport in the Middle East" award at the 2023 Business Traveller Awards, organized by the publishers of Business Traveller magazine, which took place in London, as well as being recognized as the second-best airport in the world.

Commenting on the achievement, Chief Operating Officer at Hamad International Airport Engr. Badr Mohammed Al Meer said: "We are honored to receive the prestigious award for 'Best Airport in the Middle East' from Business Traveller. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to providing world-class services and underscores our unwavering dedication to offering our passengers an unforgettable travel experience. We take immense pride in our role as the ultimate gateway to Qatar and the Middle East - as we look forward to further enhancing our position as the favored travel destination."

Hamad International Airport has been consistently ranked among the best in the world due to its passenger-first approach, ensuring operational excellence through digitized services and passenger autonomy.

The airport utilizes advanced airport systems and continues to optimize airport operations by integrating smart solutions and strengthening passenger trust and confidence.

The airport has been designed as a diverse lifestyle destination with exquisite fine dining options, art collections, luxurious shopping options, entertainment, and relaxation facilities with over 180 world-class retail and dining options curated by the award-winning Qatar Duty-Free, many of them being world firsts and exclusives.

The Business Traveller Awards has been one of the most prominent in the travel and hospitality industry for over 30 years, and the winners are voted by Business Traveller readers.

The awards ceremony was attended by over 200 industry titans to celebrate the achievements in the aviation and hospitality industries.

(QNA)