Dhaka:Cathay Pacific has been awarded the prestigious title of Airline of the Year 2026, while US-Bangla Airlines celebrated a triple victory by securing three Gold Awards, including Domestic Airline of the Year, at the 11th ShareTrip-Monitor Airline of the Year Awards.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the awards ceremony was hosted by The Bangladesh Monitor, an aviation and tourism publication, at the Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport. The event saw Cathay Pacific also receiving a Gold Award for Best Economy Class, along with Silver Awards in multiple other categories.
US-Bangla Airlines was recognized with Gold Awards for Domestic Airline of the Year, Most Improved Airline, and Best Airport Service (Domestic). Distinguished guests such as Nasser Rahman, MP, chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Land, and Civil Aviation and Tourism Secretary Dr. Nurun Nahar Chowdhury graced the occasion.
The awards encompassed 26 service categories, with winners determined through an online poll of nearly 2,400 frequent flyers and a jury evaluation, reflecting their travel experiences from the past year. The poll was conducted from July 21 to August 25.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines earned Gold Awards for Best In-flight Meal in Economy Class and Best Wage-Earner-Friendly Airline. Emirates excelled with four Gold Awards, including Best Business Class and Best In-flight Entertainment. Singapore Airlines and Turkish Airlines also received accolades in various categories, while Qatar Airways and Thai Airways were recognized for medium-haul and short-haul services, respectively.
The event also highlighted the 10 most popular airline brands in Bangladesh, based on passenger traffic and public perception. The Bangladesh Monitor initiated these awards in 2007 to acknowledge excellence in airline services and promote industry enhancements.