The deal, signed at the Future Investment Initiative forum in Riyadh, brings to 132 the total number of jets ordered by Riyadh Air
This partnership supports Riyadh Air’s goal of becoming the world’s first fully digital airline as it prepares to expand to over 100 destinations by 2030
The multi-year sponsorship deal with Concacaf complements the airline’s existing agreement with Spain’s Atlético de Madrid
The agreement, effective from September 1, spans 4.5 years with an option to extend for an additional two years
The deal includes interline and codeshare connectivity, enhanced loyalty programs, improved customer experience and digital transformation initiatives
Riyadh Air’s CEO reveals the airline’s plans, focus on digital innovations and its vision for shaping the future of aviation
Saudi fashion designer Ashi has taken inspiration from the 1950s ‘golden era’ of aviation to create the fashion collection that will be worn by staff, including cabin crew
The partnership with Singapore Airlines could see work on interline services, code shares, frequent flyer programs and cargo services
Saudia is set to mostly focus on Muslim pilgrims making the journey to Saudi Arabia’s holy sites while Riyadh Air will target non-religious traffic, including international transit passengers
Riyadh Air has signed significant agreements so far with aviation, transportation and sport partners, including Saudia, Turkish Airlines, Boeing, GE, CAE, Swiss AS, Lufthansa Systems, Lucid Motors and Atlético de Madrid
From signing on new clients to displaying its expertise in the green transition, Tech Mahindra made the most of its time in Barcelona
Riyadh Air has chosen Sabre’s comprehensive suite of solutions to optimise its network planning and drive revenue growth
Microsoft said it will extend its technical expertise to Riyadh Air by offering guidance in architecture design, scalability, and security reviews
Not only is Saudi Arabia making waves with Riyadh Air, but it’s also attracting the world’s biggest tech players as Google unveils its new cloud region in the kingdom.
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Benefits that would be available for guests booking flights on Saudia or Riyadh Air will be announced when Riyadh Air launches in 2025
The unveiled livery will see Riyadh Air aircraft decked in a lavender and indigo paint featuring a feather-like design near the rear of the fuselage
The PIF-owned airline has previously placed an order for 72 Boeing 787 widebody jets in anticipation of its launch date
The agreement includes the activation of a female training programme specialised in the field of engineering and maintenance
The partnership is the first sports sponsorship deal that Riyadh Air has signed since its official launch in March
Riyadh Air will partner with PSU to build long-term academic programmes to support students who want to pursue a career in aviation
Industry veterans warn that the aviation market is showing signs of overheating with record number of aircraft orders placed
The deal also includes spares and a services agreement to support the airline’s upcoming Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fleet
Riyadh Air will join the global aviation sector with “RX” as its Airline Designator Code which was approved by the International Air Transport Association
The airline describes it as a “perfect blend of cutting-edge technology and timeless elegance”
The Doha-based carrier has seen leisure and business demand surge after travel restrictions were eased, but continues to be hamstrung by a lack of new planes
Airports in the Middle East will need to invest around $151bn in capacity expansion
The first deliveries of the widebody aircraft are scheduled for early 2025
Riyadh will be the company’s operational hub, and will connect the Saudi capital to over 100 destinations globally