Emirates, one of the world's fastest growing international airlines, has been the Official Airline of the Emirates Australian Open since 2009 and in 2011 became title sponsor of the prestigious event. The partnership further strengthens Emirates' commitment to golf and sport in Australia, where it is also the Official Airline of the Australian PGA Championship.
In total, Emirates sponsors 19 golf events worldwide and boasts an impressive sports sponsorship portfolio across the globe, including partnerships with FIFA, the ICC, Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games and the Emirates Airline US Open Series, amongst many others.
From its hub in Dubai, Emirates currently flies to over 125 global destinations, including five Australian cities; Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide. The airline is also the largest A380 operator in the world with 27 A380 aircraft amongst its fleet. The Emirates A380 fly's from both Melbourne and Sydney and is a pillar of the airline's growth as it strives to connect the world in unrivalled comfort and safety.