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dnata to deploy 800 ground support units globally in $110m investment drive

dnata to deploy 800 ground support units globally in $110m investment drive

More than 40 per cent of dnata’s GSE fleet is already electric in key markets including Italy, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the UK

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Emirates inks new codeshare partnerships with these airlines, signs more MoUs

Emirates now maintains commercial cooperation agreements with 164 partners across interline, codeshare, and intermodal formats, extending its reach to nearly 1,800 cities

Etihad Airways debuts the all-new Airbus A321LR

Etihad Airways debuts the all-new Airbus A321LR

The A321LR enters service on August 1 flying from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport to destinations around the world

Here's how many passengers used the Emirates, flydubai network in 2024

Here’s how many passengers used the Emirates, flydubai network in 2024

Since launching with 29 cities, the joint network has grown significantly, offering an average of 295 daily codeshare flights

emirates signs 8 deals at ATM 2025

ATM 2025: Emirates strikes 8 deals to power global tourism growth

The airline inked agreements with tourism authorities from Sharjah, the Philippines, Maldives, Britain, Thailand, Japan, Uganda and Hungary

Abu Dhabi: Archer Aviation secures approval for first hybrid heliport

Abu Dhabi: Archer secures approval for first hybrid heliport

The GCAA has become the first aviation authority worldwide to draft regulatory standards for hybrid heliports

Flyadeal confirms Airbus jet order for long-haul expansion

The aviation industry in Saudi Arabia is currently in a phase of expansion, aligning with the nation’s goals for economic transformation

Riyadh Air unveils luxe cabin interiors ahead of launch

Each seat is ergonomically crafted with plush foam, premium home-inspired fabrics, and tufted stitching designed for deep, restorative comfort whether you’re sitting or sleeping

Emirates adds 17 flights to these destinations for Eid Al Fitr travel surge

Emirates adds 17 flights to these destinations for Eid Al Fitr travel surge

The airline anticipates over 371,000 passengers will travel with Emirates during the Eid Al Fitr break from across the region

Hamad International Airport unveils new concourses, expands capacity

Hamad International Airport unveils new concourses, expands capacity

The unveiling of the new concourses marks the final stage of Hamad International Airport’s broader expansion

Airbus looks to manufacture A400M parts in UAE

Airbus looks to manufacture A400M parts in UAE

Airbus also intends to establish comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities for the A400M in the UAE

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Mubadala’s Sanad, Lion Air sign a new key MRO agreement

Sanad has serviced more than 600 V2500 engines since 2012, supporting more than 30 airlines and 10 strategic partners across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia

Riyadh Air to commence operations by end of 2025, says CEO

Riyadh Air to start operations by end of 2025, says CEO

Riyadh Air is expected to start operations by the end of the year, the CEO said at an FII Institute event in Miami

Dubai: DXB to welcome over 2.5 million pssengers between Feb 20-28

DXB to welcome over 2.5 million passengers between Feb 20-28

The airport is expected to handle an average of 280,000 passengers daily, with numbers peaking at over 295,000 on Saturday, February 22

Etihad Airways reports Dhs1.7bn in profits in 2024

Etihad Airways reports Dhs1.7bn in net profit in 2024

The airline carried 18.5 million passengers in 2024, up from 14 million in 2023, reflecting sustained demand across its expanding network

Etihad Airways flies into 2025 with 1.7m travellers in January

This is an 18 per cent rise on the same period last year

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Air Arabia reports record Dhs1.6bn pre-tax profit in 2024

Total turnover for the year surpassed Dhs6.63bn, marking an 11 per cent growth from Dhs6bn in 2023

Middle East: GE Aerospace invests $10m to enhance MRO capabilities

Middle East: GE Aerospace invests $10m to enhance MRO capabilities

The move is part of GE Aerospace’s global $1bn MRO expansion plan, announced in 2024, designed to enhance service capacity across GE Aerospace and CFM engines

Abu Dhabi Airports reports 28% growth in passenger traffic in 2024

Abu Dhabi Airports reports 28% growth in passenger traffic in 2024

The main driver of this growth was Zayed International Airport (AUH), which saw the introduction of 29 new routes, expanding its network to over 125 destinations

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Bahrain International Airport kicks off runway maintenance plan

The initial phase of the plan includes several crucial maintenance tasks, including rubber removal, friction testing, asphalt patching and runway remarking

Etihad gauges investor interest as Gulf carriers race towards IPOs

Etihad gauges investor interest as Gulf carriers race towards IPOs

Etihad is looking at a listing this quarter and the airline is said to be targeting both local and international investors

Emirates to debut Premium Economy to Brisbane from Feb

Emirates to debut Premium Economy to Brisbane starting Feb

The service will operate three times a week, marking the addition of Brisbane to Emirates’ growing list of Australian cities offering the upgraded cabin class

dnata invests $31.2m to expand Melbourne Airport facility

dnata invests $31.2m to expand Melbourne Airport catering facility

The construction of the facility is underway, and it is scheduled to be operational in September 2026

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi carries 3.5 million passengers in 2024

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi carries 3.5 million passengers in 2024

The budget carrier carried more than 1.2 million international visitors to Abu Dhabi in 2024, contributing 25 per cent to Zayed International Airport’s point-to-point traffic

Saudi Arabia’s flyadeal set to order Airbus A330neo jets

Saudi Arabia’s flyadeal set to order Airbus A330neo jets

The low-cost carrier is likely to announce the order for the upgraded A330-900 variant in the coming weeks after comparing it with Boeing’s smaller 787-9

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Keeta Drones to boost drone delivery operations

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Keeta Drones to boost drone delivery operations

The agreement focuses on advancing drone-based delivery services in Dubai, with an emphasis on ensuring the highest levels of safety and security in the skies

Dubai aircraft leasing firm DAE to acquire Nordic Aviation Capital

Dubai aircraft leasing firm DAE to acquire Nordic Aviation Capital

The acquisition will be capitalised and funded by internal resources along with committed debt financing

Dubai Duty Free reports record annual sales of Dhs7.9bn in 2024

Dubai Duty Free reports record annual sales of Dhs7.9bn in 2024

DDF plans to continue enhancing its retail operations, with the final phase of renovations in the arrival shops across three terminals scheduled for completion early this year

Air Arabia expands RAK operations with new flights to Tashkent, Moscow

These developments mark a key step in the carrier’s expansion strategy and its role in bolstering the tourism sector in Ras Al Khaimah

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flydubai opens new business class lounge at DXB Terminal 2

The new Business Class Lounge spans 900 square metres and is designed to accommodate over 200 passengers