Etihad Airways has been awarded the title of Worlds Leading Airline for the sixth straight year at this years World Travel Awards (WTA).

The Abu Dhabi-based airline also scooped a further two awards - Worlds Leading First Class and Worlds Leading Cabin Crew.

The World Travel Awards are decided through a global vote by more than 500,000 travel professionals and high-end tourism consumers from 171 countries, with the ceremony held this year on the paradise island of Anguilla in the Caribbean.

James Hogan, president and CEO of Etihad Airways, said: Winning three of the industrys highest accolades is a demonstration of our commitment to be best in class in every market in which we operate.

Etihad Airways strives for continuous innovation and improvement in product and service, because we know that is how we will maintain our industry leadership and create the best possible travel experience for our guests.

In 2014 the airline unveiled its new Airbus A380 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner product and service offering, including The Residence by Etihad, the worlds first three-room suite.

This was followed by the unveiling of the Facets of Abu Dhabi aircraft livery design and the airline rolling out its first Airbus A380 in Hamburg, Germany and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in Seattle, US.

During 2014, Etihad launched 10 new routes and also signed a transaction implementation agreement to acquire 49 percent shareholding in Alitalia.

Graham E Cooke, World Travel Awards Founder and President, said: For over 20 years, the World Travel Awards has been rewarding brands which push the boundaries of industry excellence. Etihad Airways has now taken home the Worlds Leading Airline award for six years in a row - a tremendous achievement.

"The airlines strategy of organic growth, codeshare partnerships and minority equity stakes coupled with exceptional customer service, has delivered outstanding results and rising passenger growth.

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Etihad named world's top airline for sixth straight year