Internationally-renowned actor Orlando Bloom is set to make a special appearance at an event in Sydney celebrating British Airways’ latest service enhancements on the route. The event will take place in Sydney in late May and further details will be released in the coming weeks.

Orlando Bloom said: “I'm happy to be working with British Airways on the launch of their Boeing 777-300ER aircraft from Sydney and look forward to attending their celebratory event in May.  As someone that flies regularly, I love nothing more than to kick back and relax and enjoy the great amenities and service British Airways first class has to offer.”

Nicole Backo, British Airways Regional General Manager, South West Pacific said: “As a symbol of quintessential British style, glamour and elegance, Orlando Bloom represents what British Airways is all about as a premium, full-service airline. We are looking forward to Orlando making a special appearance at our customer event in Sydney and continuing to be a great ambassador for our London-Sydney route.

“British Airways is incredibly proud of our heritage in Australia and we are very excited about the recent changes that we have made to the service which will better serve the needs of our valued customers in Australia.”

As of April 2013, all passengers travelling between Sydney and London will enjoy the benefits of flying in the airline’s latest aircraft in the British Airways fleet boasting all new cabins onboard. In addition, Australian services will now fly into Terminal 5, British Airways’ award winning home at London Heathrow, allowing passengers easy and convenient onward connections to the airline’s extensive European and UK networks.

What’s more, Australian customers who wish to experience the refined sophistication and luxury of British Airways’ new First class, can do so thanks to the airline’s special fares unveiled today. Starting from just $9,777, including taxes and surcharges, customers can travel to London between May 4 and November 30 2013. Bookings must be made by May 14, 2013.

“First is a symbol of luxury and glamour. Whether travelling for business or leisure, customers can enjoy the space, fully flat beds, privacy, world-class dining and a wide choice of entertainment that our highly acclaimed First cabin has to offer,” added Ms. Backo.

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Notes to editors

About Boeing 777-300ER

• British Airways has GE90 engines, producing 15% less CO2 emissions per seat than a 777-200, and 23% less than a 747-400
• The new seats in World traveller and World Traveller Plus feature the latest cushioning technology, softer furnishings and individual power sockets
• There is an inflight entertainment system that offers more than 230 TV programmes, 70 films and 400 CDs – providing customers with 50% more choice on movies and doubling the range of TV and music options – as well as high resolution screens that are up to 60% bigger than before

About British Airways

• British Airways has a worldwide route network that covers more than 150 destinations in 75 countries
• British Airways operates a daily flight from Sydney to London via Singapore’s Changi Airport, the World’s Best Airport as announced at the 2013 World Airport Awards
• British Airways operates 17 return services per week between Hong Kong and London
• British Airways operates 14 return services per week between Singapore and London
• British Airways operates a daily return service between Bangkok and London
• In August 2009, British Airways celebrated its 90th anniversary. The airline has carried more than 1.2 billion customers on its extensive network and is recognised as one of the world’s elite carriers
• British Airways is one of the world's largest international airlines carrying approximately 36 million customers around the world every year
• British Airways has been operating in Australia for 77 years
• Australian flights operate from the multi-million pound refurbished Terminal 5, British Airways’ home at Heathrow that is capable of handling 30 million customers a year
• In September 2012, British Airways was recognised as “Best Airline” by readers of Business Traveller. The airline also took home “Best Business Class” and “Best Frequent Flyer Programme”
• In April 2013, Heathrow T5 was ranked the World’s Best Airport Terminal by Skytrax, and also won the prize for Best Airport Shopping