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oneworld Lounge at Seoul Incheon Airport Achieves Prestigious Recognition

The oneworld® Alliance's lounge located at the Seoul Incheon International Airport has earned acclaim at the World Travel Awards, being named "Asia's Leading Airline Lounge – Business Class" for the second consecutive year. This recognition emphasizes the exceptional quality of the guest experience provided at the first branded lounge of the alliance.

Gerhard Girkinger, Vice President of Customer Experience Airports at oneworld, expressed pride in this accolade, stating that it reflects the consistent high-quality service enjoyed by the 150,000 guests who visit the lounge annually. He emphasized how the acknowledgment from travelers worldwide reaffirms their commitment to offering a premium travel experience, centered on attentive service and meticulous attention to detail.

Established in 1993, the World Travel Awards honor outstanding achievements in the travel and hospitality sector. Winners are determined through a voting process that involves both travel experts and global travelers. David Collyer, Global Senior Vice President of Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality, which operates the lounge, credited the dedicated team at Seoul Incheon for its daily commitment to providing outstanding service. He highlighted Aspire’s collaboration with oneworld over the past two years to deliver an exceptional pre-flight hospitality experience.

The oneworld lounge in Seoul Incheon spans 555 square meters, featuring seasonal menus and design elements inspired by South Korean culture, including a bar influenced by the traditional "Gat" hat and glass art reminiscent of the Lantern Festival. The lounge is designed to cater to eligible oneworld Emerald and Sapphire customers, as well as First and Business Class travelers, providing varied environments to dine, work, recharge, or relax before departure.

Seoul Incheon is serviced by seven airlines of the oneworld alliance: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, and SriLankan Airlines.

About Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality

Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality (Aspire) stands as one of the leaders in airport hospitality on a global scale. With over 35 years of experience in the airport hospitality sector, Aspire aims to transform the luxury hotel experience into an extraordinary lounge and lifestyle offering. Annually, more than six million guests visit Aspire lounges. As of mid-2026, Aspire operated 110 lounges worldwide, with additional openings planned, continuing its investment in upscale airport hospitality concepts across key markets. Openings in 2026 include lounges in cities such as Stockholm, Geneva, Marrakech, Calgary, Manchester, and Vilnius.

Aspire not only runs flagship Aspire Lounges but also collaborates with major airline lounges, alliance lounges, and lounges associated with banking and credit cards. The award-winning company has notably received LEED certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) for its lounge at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and was recognized as the sole independent lounge operator awarded at the 2026 Cellar in the Sky Awards.

Aspire is a part of Swissport International AG, a leading provider of aviation services that include ground handling and air cargo services. For further details about Aspire, visit their website or connect through their social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.

About oneworld

oneworld comprises 15 world-class airlines: Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Oman Air, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, and SriLankan Airlines. These member airlines collaborate to provide their customers with a seamless, superior travel experience, with special rewards and offerings for frequent flyers. Benefits include the ability to earn and redeem miles across the alliance's network, access to airport lounges, priority check-in and boarding, and additional baggage allowances, among various other perks. More information about the oneworld alliance can be found on their official website. Connect with them on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn for the latest updates.