Airlines and Aviation
Cathay Pacific to resume HK-Rome flights in June
Cathay Pacific announced the expansion of its global network this year via the relaunch of direct flights between Hong Kong and Rome beginning 5th June.
Singapore still on top in updated Henley Passport Index
The latest update to the Henley Passport Index shows that Singapore reclaimed its crown as the most powerful passport in the world with visa-free access to 195 out of 227 destinations worldwide.
UAE reaches one million air traffic movements in 2024
The UAE’s Sheikh Zayed Air Navigation Centre has recorded one million air traffic movements in 2024, the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced.
Tap Air Portugal obtains IATA environmental certification
TAP Air Portugal and Portugália Airlines are celebrating a historic milestone in their commitment to environmental sustainability by achieving IATA Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) certification.
Cebu Pacific ends 2024 with a new Airbus A321neo
Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific ended 2024 on a high as it received a new Airbus A321neo, its 17th delivery for 2024.
United announces accelerated timeline for Starlink’s connectivity in the Sky
First commercial flight with Starlink service now expected by spring, entire two-cabin regional fleet is outfitted by end of 2025 and first mainline plane expected to fly before end of year
Qatar Executive adds two additional Gulfstream G700 to its fleet
Qatar Executive (QE), the luxury private jet charter division of Qatar Airways Group has taken delivery of two additional Gulfstream G700 aircraft, taking its total fleet size to 24.
Etihad Airways is the official global airline partner of Badminton World Federation
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, partners with the Badminton World Federation in the 2025 season.
The Emirates A350 officially takes flight to Edinburgh
Emirates marked a significant milestone as its first Airbus A350 entered commercial service, operating its inaugural flight from Dubai to Edinburgh.
China anticipates travel surge for the Lunar New Year
With the Lunar New Year slated between 28th January and 4th February, several Chinese travel agencies forecast an upward trajectory for both inbound and outbound travel.
Gulf Air makes new changes for flights to India
Gulf Air (GF), the national carrier of Bahrain, continues refining its India flight network. The airline will have notable adjustments now coming in for the summer 2025 season.
Malaysia formally launches the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign
Malaysia launched its highly-anticipated Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign on Monday, 6th January, in a spectacular event held at Hangar 6 of the MAB Engineering Complex.
Vietjet offers free hot-air balloon rides at the Tamil Nadu International Balloon Festival
Vietjet offers flyers an exciting opportunity to enjoy free hot air balloon rides during the Tamil Nadu International Balloon Festival in India.
Celebrating Emirates’ first A350-900 flying with Thales
Together, Thales and Emirates celebrate the entry into service of the Airline’s first A350-900 aircraft with a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh (Scotland) on January 3, 2025.
Cathay Group surpasses 100,000 passengers on a single day
The Cathay Group announced that it achieved a significant milestone by carrying more than 100,000 passengers, the most on a single day since the start of its rebuild.
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