Dhaka : Qatar Airways was awarded the Gold trophy in the Best Business Class category at the ShareTrip-Monitor Airline of the Year Awards 2024, in recognition of its world-renowned premium cabin experience. The award highlights the airline's continued dominance in long-haul travel and premium service innovation.

Emirates and Cathay Pacific were awarded the Silver and Bronze trophies respectively, completing the trio of top-tier carriers recognized for setting the standard in business class excellence for Bangladeshi and global travelers.

Emirates representative receiving Silver trophy-Photo: Monitor

Gold winner Qatar Airways has redefined business class travel with its iconic Qsuite, offering private suites with sliding doors, lie-flat beds, and customizable seating arrangements for solo travelers, couples, or groups. Features that set it apart include: fine dining with à la carte meals on demand; luxury bedding, amenity kits by Diptyque, and noise-cancelling headphones; and seamless connections via Doha's Hamad International Airport, recently voted among the world's best. For Bangladeshi travelers flying to North America, Europe, or Africa, Qatar Airways remains the first choice for comfort and service at 35,000 feet.

Cathay Pacific official receiving Bronze trophy-Photo: Monitor

Silver winner Emirates' business class product offers an elevated experience on its Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft, including: spacious seating, minibar, and lie-flat beds; access to luxurious airport lounges, including the Emirates Lounge at Dubai; and award-winning in-flight entertainment (ICE) with 6,500+ channels. The airline is especially popular with premium passengers traveling to and from Dhaka, thanks to its multiple daily flights and seamless onward connections.

Bronze winner Cathay Pacific's business class is praised for its understated luxury and consistency on long-haul routes. Highlights include: a reverse herringbone seat layout for privacy and direct aisle access; thoughtful cabin design, fine Asian-Western fusion cuisine, and attentive service; and efficient connections through Hong Kong International Airport to East Asia, Australia, and North America. Cathay remains a favored option for Bangladeshi professionals and expatriates looking for premium comfort and reliability in transit.

In a world of evolving travel needs, business class has emerged as more than just extra legroom-it is about personal space, productivity, wellness, and luxury. These award-winning airlines have consistently delivered premium offerings that match or exceed global standards, helping shape the expectations of Bangladeshi corporate, diplomatic, and long-haul travelers.