Etihad Airways celebrated becoming the new Principal Partner of the Major League Soccer franchise, New York City Football Club, by hosting a cocktail function in New York last night.
Representatives from the diplomatic community, travel trade, local media, New York City Football Club, as well as members of Etihad Airways’ United States management team, attended the function at the Boathouse in Central Park.
James Hogan, Etihad Airways’ President and Chief Executive Officer, addressed guests and was joined on stage by Tim Pernetti, Chief Business Officer of New York City FC, and David Villa, the Club’s first marquee player.
In addition to the football celebrations, guests were able to sample Etihad Airways’ new Residence by Etihad cabin, which will feature on its A380 aircraft, and First Class Suites, which were on display.
