SKYTRAX, a renowned platform for airline and airport reviews and rankings, revealed the winners of the “2024 Global Airline Awards” at the Fairmont Windsor Park on June 24, 2024. At the event, EVA Air President, Clay Sun, represented EVA Air and proudly accepted 16 awards on behalf of the airline. Among these accolades, EVA Air secured the 8th spot in the “World’s Top 10 Best Airlines” category. EVA also claimed top honors for “Best Premium Economy Class Airline Catering” and “Best Premium Economy Class Onboard Catering in Asia.” Notably, EVA Air retained its prestigious status as one of the exclusive SKYTRAX Five-Star Airlines for the ninth consecutive year.
In a statement, EVA President Clay Sun expressed gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing the dedication and exceptional performance of all EVA employees. He reiterated the airline’s commitment to excellence, promising to enhance services continuously by integrating cutting-edge technology to provide passengers with a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable flight experience.
Having introduced the world’s first Premium Economy Class in 1992, EVA Air remains at the forefront of innovation in the aviation industry. Among its current initiatives, EVA is enhancing its Boeing 787-9 fleet by introducing the latest Premium Economy Class, bridging the Royal Laurel and Economy Classes. The first upgraded B787-9 is set to launch before the end of 2024, with the entire fleet scheduled for the upgrade process. This strategic upgrade aims to optimize flight scheduling and further elevate service quality, ensuring a superior onboard experience for passengers at competitive fares.
To enrich the in-flight experience, EVA Air will introduce Taiwan’s renowned Kanpai Group Japanese-style barbecue meals across all cabin classes starting from July 2024, initially available on select routes departing from Taipei to key destinations in the United States. The airline’s exclusive Giorgio Armani amenity kit for the Royal Laurel Class and the Kipling amenity kit for the Premium Economy Class received accolades such as the “Best Onboard Amenities Kit (Business)” and “Asia Best Premium Economy Class Amenity Kit,” validating EVA’s commitment to enhancing passenger comfort and satisfaction.
The SKYTRAX “Global Airline Awards” are based on a comprehensive international passenger service survey that assesses satisfaction levels with various travel aspects. Drawing responses from millions of travelers worldwide, SKYTRAX evaluates services across airports and cabins for over 350 airlines and airports annually.
