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Thursday 14 December 2023

Kanoo Travel Dominates Cricket Mania 2023: Rizwan Alambath Takes Best Bowler Honors in Thrilling Showcase of Industry Camaraderie



In a thrilling showcase of camaraderie and sportsmanship, The Kanoo Group's Travel Division, Kanoo Travel, enthusiastically joined Cricket Mania 2023. This eagerly anticipated indoor cricket event, expertly organized by Emquest, unfolded at the InSportz Cricket Club in Al Quoz on October 22, 2023.

Bringing together 34 teams from leading travel industry players in the UAE, each comprising 10-12 cricket enthusiasts, travel agency personnel, and their families, the event drew an impressive crowd of over 700 attendees. The Kanoo Travel Team, consisting of passionate players including Asim, Rizwan Alambath, Liston, Santhosh, Ahmar, Hafiz, and Saaud, proudly represented the esteemed travel division.

Emquest, a distinguished travel technology provider, remains committed to fostering market development and introducing innovative technologies, products, and services for travel-related businesses. Their efforts connect millions of travelers globally, solidifying their position as industry trailblazers.

As the first IATA member agency in the GCC and a significant player in the Middle East's travel sector, Kanoo Travel showcased its dedication to the industry by actively participating in this remarkable event. With over 80 years of unwavering commitment, Kanoo Travel has established itself as a pioneer in the Middle East's travel landscape.

The high points of Cricket Mania 2023 extended beyond the spirited matches, culminating in the acknowledgment of outstanding performers. Among the celebrated winners was Rizwan Alambath from the Kanoo Travel Team, recognized as the Best Bowler of the Tournament. This achievement underscored the team's prowess and added to the legacy of excellence that Kanoo Travel continues to build in the travel industry.


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Wednesday 15 May 2019

Kanoo Travel wins top awards at sporting events


It’s a Hat-Trick Win against DNATA at the recent EmQuest-Sabre Cricket tournament and a Runner-Up at the Turkish Airline Bowling tournament for Kanoo Travel 

 
Dubai, UAE: Kanoo Travel won the latest EmQuest-Sabre Cricket Tournament and a Runner-Up at the Turkish Airline Bowling Tournament, consecutively held in March and April 2019 in Dubai, with Kanoo Travel as one of the participating Travel partners.

Kanoo Rangers, the Kanoo Travel’s cricket team consisting of players Tabrez Shaikh (Captain), Asim Fawaz, Liston Olivera, Rafaz Mulla, Nuski Arafath, Rizwan Alambath, Zahir Shaikh, Mohomad Ajwan and Sajid Shaikh nabbed the Overall Winner for this year’s tournament finale held at Insportz Indoor Cricket facility Dubai.

Kanoo Rangers competed with 60 teams, defeating City Travel, Airlink Travel, Dada Bhai Travels, and Kabul Travels in the semi-finals, and DNATA in the final rounds.

Tabrez Shaikh was named the Man of the Match for his outstanding spell during the finals, and Nuski Arafath was awarded the Best Bowler title.

For three straight years, Kanoo Travel has been enjoying the leading title for the said annual cricket event organised by EmQuest-Sabre for their clients and partners in the travel industry.

Likewise, Kanoo Travel claimed a Runner Up title at the latest Bowling tournament sponsored by Turkish Airlines held at Dubai International Bowling Center.

There were 36 travel agents and partners who competed for the winning title. Faraj Nissam, Rafaz Mulla, and Tyronne Harrison represented Kanoo Travel in the bowling match, eventually placing Kanoo Travel in the second place.

Commenting on the recent victories, Aubrey Heldt, General Manager – Kanoo Travel (UAE & Oman) said, “We admire our seasoned players who constantly emerge on top of these games, thus bringing a sense of pride for Kanoo Travel. Such sporting events led by our strong and valued partners EmQuest-Sabre and Turkish Airlines contribute towards constantly building our trust and rapport.”

He added, “Kanoo Travel remains to be a trusted partner in the travel sector with its long-standing affiliations with some of the largest institutions in the world and being one of the largest travel management companies in the MENA region.”
See also: Kanoo Travel celebrates International Day of Happiness with industry partners

Thursday 8 February 2018

Kanoo Travel wins Championship title at the Sabre-EmQuest Cricket Mania 2018

Kanoo Thunders, the Kanoo Travel’s Cricket Team won the Championship title, on top of other awards at the recent power-packed show, Sabre-EmQuest Cricket Mania 2018, after defeating DNATA Travel HRG at the finals, held at Insportz Indoor Cricket facility in Dubai.

‘Never quit attitude’ as the team says, led them to an unbeaten streak, thus defeating Deira Travels, ITL World Travels, Akbar Travels and BCD Travels A and B teams, out of 60 participating players from the travel industry.

See also: The Kanoo Group celebrates 46th UAE National Day
The indoor cricket mania is being sponsored by EmQuest, a division of the Dubai-based Emirates and the travel distribution partner of Sabre Holdings, the world’s leading provider of travel technology solutions. Kanoo Travel, in addition to other travel partners across the UAE, were invited to participate in the yearly sports tournament.

The players of Kanoo Thunders, Tabrez Shaikh, Liston Olivera, Rafaz Mulla, Nuski Arafath, Rizwan Alambath, Ankit Desai, Zahir Shaikh, Mohomad Ajwan and Melwyn Menezes, could not hide their joy after winning the top title for the second time after 2015.


 Captain Asim Fawaz said, “We are confident of the fighting spirit that each one has demonstrated throughout the game. It has never let us down. Credit goes to all of us for always putting up an excellent teamwork. We have great hope, belief and determination that pushed us forward to reach our ultimate goal. I must say that this is probably the best tournament that we ever had witnessed for the past years.”
See also: EmQuest Cricket Mania 2015: Kanoo Thunders racks up impressive win
In addition, Kanoo Thunder’s Nuski Arafath was also judged as the ‘Man of the Match’ and the ‘Best Batsman’ of the final match, with Tabrez Shaikh as the ‘Best Batsman of the Series. Further, Rizwan Alambath was named the ‘Best Bowler’ and Ankit Desai as the ‘Best Catch’ of the final match.

Mr. Aubrey Heldt (General Manager) and Mr. Naseer Khan (Regional Travel Manager) of Kanoo Travel commended the players for their stupendous achievement during the match and wished them well as they continue with their commitment in creating exceptional travel experiences to all their customers in the UAE and the region.

The Kanoo family's involvement in air travel goes back to 1937 when the company provided refueling facilities in Bahrain for Imperial Airways seaplanes on route to India and Australia. In 1947 Kanoo Travel became the first IATA agency in the Gulf.

Today, Kanoo Travel is the largest travel company in the Middle East, with a team of travel specialists, operating a network of over 140 offices in the region, and through a global network of world class travel partners.  Kanoo Travel provides the most comprehensive and specialized services in the travel industry with unmatched quality awards and achievements that guarantees the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

Customers can utilize Kanoo Travel’s direct booking facility which is accessible in all their retail travel shops, online channels and corporate customer portfolios. 

For more information, visit: www.kanootravel.com

About The Kanoo Group


‘The Kanoo Group’ is one of the largest, independent, family-owned groups of companies in the Gulf region established in 1890. It has diversified business industries in shipping, travel, machinery, engineering, logistics, property, oil & gas, power, industrial chemicals, training, joint ventures, retail and commercial activities, among others, and operates extensively throughout Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen and Qatar.

Our Vision
The Leading Family Business in the Region and Beyond

Our Mission 
Delivering Sustainable Excellence

Our Values 
Customer Focused, Ethical, Innovative, Agile, Competent & Intelligent, Collaborative, Accountable 

P.O. Box 290, Dubai, UAE. Toll Free: 800 KANOO, Fax: 04-3933636, Websites: www.kanoo.com / www.kanoogroup.com 

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Monday 9 February 2015

EmQuest Cricket Mania 2015: Kanoo Thunders racks up impressive win

With the Strong and Aggressive performanceKanoo Thunders did it again!
Dubai, UAE: Kanoo Thunders, Kanoo Travel’s Cricket team triumphed in the recent Sabre EmQuest Indoor Cricket Tournament after beating Sharaf Travels in the finals, which was held at the Insportz Indoor Cricket facility in Dubai on 30th January 2015.

With the same aggression and unbeaten momentum, Kanoo Thunders overthrew ATE, ALTA, Dada Bhai Travels and Valencia Travels out of 25 participating teams.

Captain Abdul Karim hailed his team for their overall outstanding performance, through the confidence and attitude they showed on the field.  

Kanoo Thunders Athletes Asim Fawaz, Tabrez Shaikh, Liston Olivera, Rafaz Mulla, Kaish Mujawar, Rizwan Alambath, Ankit Desai, Sajid Shaikh and Rijeesh gave their consistent remarkable competence throughout the tournament which was headed by Syed Moiz and Irfan Zaka.

Kanoo Travel was announced as the Grand Winner in addition to special accolades achieved by individual players from Kanoo Thunders. Asim received the ‘Best Bowler’ and Rafaz for ‘Man of the Match’ award respectively.

Mr. Sunil D'souza (General Manager, Kanoo Travel – UAE & Oman) personally congratulated the Kanoo Thunders team for bringing home the top trophy in the said competition.

EmQuest, the organizer of the cricket tournament acknowledged all their sponsors and customers who contributed to the general success of the match which drew over 2,000 agents and guests. It was a fun-filled family gathering.

In brief, EmQuest is a division of Emirates, a travel technology distribution company that helps maximize profits and increase efficiency of all levels of players within the travel industry (airlines, tour operators, travels agents & corporates). It develops, markets and operates innovative technologies and services which give their customers a head-start in this dynamic environment, the travel trade.


About Kanoo Travel


The Kanoo family's involvement in air travel goes back to 1937 when the company provided refueling facilities in Bahrain for Imperial Airways seaplanes on route to India and Australia. In 1947 Kanoo Travel became the first IATA agency in the Gulf.

Today, Kanoo Travel is the largest travel company in the Middle East, with a team of travel specialists, operating a network of over 140 offices in the region, and through a global network of world class travel partners.  Kanoo Travel provides the most comprehensive and specialized services in the travel industry with unmatched quality awards and achievements that guarantees the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

Customers can utilize Kanoo Travel’s direct booking facility which is accessible in all their retail travel shops, online channels and corporate customer portfolios. 

For more information, visit: www.kanootravel.com

About The Kanoo Group


‘The Kanoo Group’ is one of the largest, independent, family-owned groups of companies in the Gulf region established in 1890. It has diversified business industries in shipping, travel, machinery, engineering, logistics, property, oil & gas, power, industrial chemicals, training, joint ventures, retail and commercial activities, among others, and operates extensively throughout Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen and Qatar.

Our Vision
The Leading Family Business in the Region and Beyond

Our Mission 
Delivering Sustainable Excellence

Our Values 
Customer Focused, Ethical, Innovative, Agile, Competent & Intelligent, Collaborative, Accountable 

P.O. Box 290, Dubai, UAE. Toll Free: 800 KANOO, Fax: 04-3933636, Websites: www.kanoo.com / www.kanoogroup.com 

To comment on the article, send an email to:
Michelle Laylo Verzola 
PR Executive
The Kanoo Group
http://www.facebook.com/TheKanooGrouphttp://www.linkedin.com/company/the-kanoo-grouphttp://twitter.com/KanooMarketinghttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Kanoo_Group

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