Air France-KLM group was one of the winners at the 2009 Business Travel World Awards, being named best short-haul travel provider.

The airline beat of stiff competition from British Airways and high-speed rail operator Eurostar.

"Receiving the award in such a challenging time for the industry has a greater value than at any other time as it shows that the industry recognises and endorses our work, priorities and achievements," said Christine Ourmieres of Air France KLM.

Air France KLM operates more than 1,000 flights per week from 21 airports in the UK and Ireland, with many popular services for business travellers based at Heathrow Airport and London City Airport.