Middle East
Riyadh Air secures first advanced flight simulator license, enhancing pilot training
Riyadh Air has been awarded its operational certificate by General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), for its first advanced Boeing 787-9 RX7000 full flight simulator, consolidating its mission to establish a world-class pilot training ecosystem.
Gulf Air Group partners with INJAZ Bahrain to empower youth
Gulf Air Group (GFG), Bahrain's aviation group, has signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with INJAZ Bahrain, a non-profit organization dedicated to preparing young people for success in the global economy.
Royal Jordanian Airlines resumes route between Amman and Damascus
This new non-stop service four times weekly will be an addition to the existing daily bus routes offered by Royal Jordanian in the last 2 years between Amman Airport and Syria
Oman Air cuts fleet size by 29% to reduce losses
Oman Air, the Gulf state’s flag carrier, last year cut its fleet size by 29 percent year on year to 32 aircraft, lowering its operational cost as part of its turnaround strategy.
Emirates celebrates the love and luck of Lunar New Year
Celebrating Lunar New Year on the 29 January and heralding the year of the snake, Emirates customers can embrace the luck of the season with curated menus in Emirates lounges
Photo Story: India’s first Emirates’ Airbus A350 aircraft touches down in Mumbai
Mumbai Airport proudly welcomed India’s first Emirates Airbus A350 on Republic Day, marking a significant milestone.
Qatar Airways extends principal partnership with Paris Saint-Germain until 2028
Qatar Airways announces the extension of its partnership with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) until 2028, reaffirming its commitment to one of the most iconic football clubs in the world, ushering in a new era of collaboration.
Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection beckons couples and singles for Valentine’s
The season of love is fast approaching and this Valentine’s Day, Al Habtoor City is pulling out all the stops to ensure couples and singles can celebrate love in all its forms across two iconic hotels.
Emirates resumes flights to Beirut from 1 February
Emirates will restart services to Beirut, Lebanon from 1 February 2025 with a daily flight. The airline will also reinstate daily services to Baghdad in Iraq on the same day.
Quoz Arts Fest returns for its 12th edition on 25- 26 January 2025
Spanning Alserkal Avenue and the Quoz Creative Zone, the festival features public art installations, exhibitions, live performances, workshops, conversations, creative pop-ups and a dedicated kids’ programme.
ForwardKeys releases Lunar New Year travel trends report
Travel research group ForwardKeys presents its travel trends report for the Lunar New Year, showing significant post-pandemic changes.
Qatar Airways launches flights to Bogotá and Caracas in South America
Qatar Airways proudly announces its latest expansion into the Americas with the launch of two new weekly flights on Wednesdays and Sundays, starting early summer 2025.
BBQ Bros Partners with Beetroot Hospitality to bring 8 restaurants to the UAE
BBQ Bros announces its joint venture with Beetroot Hospitality and confirms its plan to open eight dining outlets in the UAE by 2027.
Inaugural IFS to be held in Jeddah from 18-20 February
Saudi Arabia’s inaugural Interiors & Furniture Show (IFS) will take place at the iconic Jeddah Superdome next month, providing the design and fit-out industries with an unparalleled platform to exhibit products and services, explore opportunities, and strengthen regional and international networks.
Qatar Airways Group embarks on Annual Safety and Security Campaign
Qatar Airways Group launched its annual safety and security awareness event which aims to reinforce the culture of safety across all of its business operations.
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