SriLankan Airlines showcase upgraded Biz Class at WTM 2011

WTM 2011 saw visitor numbers up by a massive 14% compared to 2010. With over 23,000 participants in attendance the Sri Lanka pavilion drew in a large number of trade and consumer visitors on the first three days of the show.

Sri Lankan Airlines, the national carrier showcased a model of the upgraded business class product which would be in line with the introduction of the new and improved fleet.

SriLankan Airlines Chairman Nishantha Wickramasinghe said: “With the re-introduction of Zurich to our route network in December 2011, we are confident that Europe will remain a strong market for both the airline and the destination, despite reports of a possible economic turmoil. The demand for Sri Lanka as a destination is on the rise and we are pleased to offer visitors the connectivity and capacity through the airline’s network and the code share alliances.”