Etihad Airways has introduced its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the Abu Dhabi-Zurich route, offering the airline’s industry-leading First Suites, Business Studios, and Economy Smart Seats, and providing travelers with “unparalleled comfort and innovation.”

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the departure gate to mark the occasion, attended by Etihad Airways’ Chief Commercial Officer Peter Baumgartner and Zurich Airport’s Chief Operating Officer Stefan Conrad, as well as representatives from local Swiss media. Guests traveling on the inaugural flight were presented with special luggage tags and commemorative B787 certificates.

Members of the Swiss media were also given a tour of the Etihad Airways B787 aircraft where they had the opportunity to experience the airline’s new product offering.

Baumgartner said: “Switzerland is one of the most important aviation markets for Etihad Airways and it is significant that we are deploying our state-of-the-art, new B787 Dreamliner on the Zurich route.