Gulf Air becomes official air carrier for the 642nd edition of Gulf Bank Marathon in its 12th iteration

Gulf Air announced its collaboration with Gulf Bank and Savex Events to organize sports activities, becoming the official airline partner of the 642 Gulf Bank Marathon. This annual event in Kuwait is one of the most prominent sports and community initiatives, reflecting Gulf Air’s commitment to supporting efforts that bring together diverse segments of Kuwaiti society, promote an active lifestyle, and highlight Kuwait as a vibrant destination for hosting major sports and entertainment events.

Najla Al-Eissa, Marketing Director at Gulf Bank, the main sponsor of Kuwait’s largest and only globally classified marathon, welcomed Gulf Air’s partnership as the official airline partner for the 642 Gulf Bank Marathon. She described the collaboration as a meeting point between two Kuwaiti institutions united by a shared vision of serving the community and supporting initiatives that leave a positive and sustainable impact.

She added, “We are proud of the annual success of the Gulf Bank Marathon, which has evolved into a sports and community platform bringing together people of all ages under a single goal: engaging in sports and transforming societal culture toward healthier lifestyles. This partnership with Gulf Air will further support our efforts to solidify the marathon’s position as one of the largest sports events in Kuwait and the region, while enhancing Kuwait’s role as an attractive destination for sports and community events that reflect a spirit of participation and positive engagement.”

On his part, Ahmed Al-Majed, Chief Operating Officer at Savex Events, praised Gulf Air’s participation as the official airline partner of the 642 Gulf Bank Marathon. He noted that this partnership will help connect runners and visitors from across the region to the event, while supporting efforts to showcase Kuwait as a destination for hosting major sports and community events.

He said, “The 642 Gulf Bank Marathon is designed to bring people together through sports, shared experiences, and a sense of community. We are delighted to welcome Gulf Air as the official airline partner for this year’s marathon. Its extensive route network will facilitate the arrival of runners and visitors from across the region to participate in the event, supporting our ambition to highlight Kuwait as a destination for major sports events. As the official airline partner, Gulf Air will support the 642 Gulf Bank Marathon by helping connect participants and visitors to Kuwait through its growing network of destinations in the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Africa.”

Parathan Pasupathy, CEO of Gulf Air, stated, “We are pleased to support the 642 Gulf Bank Marathon, which has become one of the most important events on Kuwait’s sports and community calendar. At Gulf Air, connecting people lies at the heart of what we do, and this partnership offers us another opportunity to bring people together through a shared passion for sports, health, and community. The marathon also provides a unique platform to showcase Kuwait and encourage runners and visitors from across the region and beyond to participate. We look forward to supporting this event and welcoming participants arriving in Kuwait on Gulf Air.”

The 642 Gulf Bank Marathon brings together professional athletes, amateur runners, families, and fitness enthusiasts, promoting health, well-being, and community participation, and allowing runners of all levels to take part.

A team of Gulf Air runners will also participate in the race, reflecting the company’s interest in the health and well-being of its employees, as well as its ongoing investment in fostering teamwork. The company will also encourage its passengers to engage with and participate in the event.

This partnership extends Gulf Air’s continuous support for sports, cultural, and community initiatives in Kuwait, aligning with its broader commitment to making a positive contribution to the communities it serves. Through its extensive route network departing from the Gulf Terminal (T5) at Kuwait International Airport, Gulf Air continues to strengthen direct air connectivity between Kuwait and key regional and international markets.