Athens International Airport today hosted a special press event in the heart of Athens to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The event marked a significant milestone in the airline’s journey and reaffirmed the enduring partnership between Greece and Bahrain.
The celebration highlighted the long-standing and growing relationship between Gulf Air and Athens International Airport, as well as the broader ties between Bahrain and Greece. Gulf Air’s connection to Greece dates back over four decades, with the airline inaugurating its first flight to Athens in 1980. Since then, Athens has played a vital role in Gulf Air’s European network, serving as an important gateway to the continent.
Speaking at the event, officials from both Gulf Air and Athens International Airport emphasized the strategic importance of Athens within Gulf Air’s network and expressed mutual appreciation for the strong bilateral relations that have supported the airline’s operations in the region.
The event concluded with a commemorative ceremony and expressions of continued collaboration, underscoring Gulf Air’s commitment to strengthening its presence in Europe through Athens and beyond.
