Flight services and support

Opening up the doors of opportunity

02 April 2025

Two Bahrain-based air cargo companies have announced very different plans for the future. One will expand, the other will move into a completely new…

Flight services and support

IndiGo launches IndiGoStretch on Delhi-Hyderabad

02 April 2025

IndiGo is set to enhance its premium offering by expanding IndiGoStretch—its tailor-made business product—to the Delhi–Hyderabad route starting April…

Flight services and support

Emirates launches Emirates Courier Express

02 April 2025

Emirates has launched Emirates Courier Express, an end-to-end delivery solution that is set to redefine the express delivery experience.

Flight services and support

Etihad Airways empowers communities in Sri Lanka through education

27 March 2025

Etihad Airways has launched a series of transformative community outreach initiatives in Sri Lanka.

Flight services and support

Emirates Airlines supports education in India

26 March 2025

Emirates has donated essential supplies and limited-edition, handcrafted backpacks from its ‘Aircrafted by Emirates’ collection to a non-profit…

Business and finance

Zela Aviation to support ACMI leasing with XEJet Nigeria

12 March 2025

Zela Aviation has entered a strategic partnership with Nigerian airline XEJet, having been mandated to promote the availability of its Embraer E145…

Flight services and support

Emirates and Parsys design new telemedicine station for inflight customers

12 March 2025

Emirates has joined forces with Parsys Telemedicine to introduce next generation equipment that will enable customers to receive high-quality, speedy…

Air transport

Emirates and Costa Cruises extend strategic partnership through 2027

06 March 2025

Emirates and Costa Cruises have renewed their partnership through 2027, with the aim of positioning Dubai as a major global cruise hub.

Flight services and support

Emirates supports early education in Ethiopia

05 March 2025

Emirates has donated essential supplies and limited-edition, handcrafted backpacks from its ‘Aircrafted KIDS by Emirates’ collection to two non-profit…

Flight services and support

Emirates and Garuda Indonesia to offer reciprocal loyalty benefits

25 February 2025

Emirates and Garuda Indonesia have launched a joint loyalty programme offering.

Flight services and support

Riyadh Air and LIV Golf League sign multi-year partnership

04 February 2025

Riyadh Air and LIV Golf, the world’s first global golf league have signed a major multi-year partnership.

Flight services and support

Emirates donates eye shades to teacher-training initiatives in the blind

04 February 2025

Emirates has recently distributed more than 12,000 First Class eye masks to schools for the blind, sensory services, and vision support centres across…

Flight services and support

Emirates inaugurates experiential Emirates World in Cairo

31 January 2025

Emirates Airlines has unveiled its Emirates World store in Cairo, Egypt.

Flight services and support

RJ increases its shares in Jordan Flight Catering Company to 51%

29 January 2025

Royal Jordanian (RJ) and Jordan Flight Catering Company have extended their long-standing partnership for 10 years.

Flight services and support

Ethiopian Airlines celebrates Chinese New Year 2025

28 January 2025

Ethiopian Airlines has celebrated the Chinese New Year 2025 as it continues to foster strong connections with Chinese communities worldwide.

Flight services and support

Qatar Airways extends partnership with Paris Saint-Germain

27 January 2025

Qatar Airways has extended its partnership with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) until 2028.

Flight services and support

Air India appoints Airesources Incorporated as its GSA for the Philippines

23 January 2025

Airesources will oversee reservations and ticketing, support marketing efforts, and provide comprehensive passenger sales support in the region on…

Flight services and support

Emirates reveals new uniform for its Premium & VIP Passenger Services team

16 January 2025

Emirates has unveiled a new uniform designed for its Premium & VIP Passenger Services team.

Flight services and support

Riyadh Air selects Catrion to provide in-flight catering

10 January 2025

As Riyadh Air prepares for operations, it has officially selected Catrion to provide in-flight catering and related services for its domestic and…

Events

Saudia wins Cabin Crew of the Year title

24 December 2024

Saudia won Cabin Crew of the Year award during the 18th edition of the Aviation Business Middle East Awards 2024.

Flight services and support

Emirates launches Travel Store in Karachi

20 December 2024

Emirates has launched its new Travel Store in Karachi, making it the airline’s first experiential retail concept to be rolled out in West Asia.

Flight services and support

Etihad Airways to develop educational initiative in Nairobi

19 December 2024

Etihad Airways plans for a significant community development initiative in Nairobi, coinciding with the launch of its new Abu Dhabi-Nairobi service.…

Flight services and support

Emirates to help combat trafficking of donkey skins

13 December 2024

The Donkey Sanctuary has joined forces with Emirates to highlight the risks posed by the transportation of donkey skins in air cargo.

Flight services and support

Flynas appoints AVIAREPS UK as its General Sales Agent

02 December 2024

Flynas has appointed AVIAREPS UK as its General Sales Agent (GSA).

Flight services and support

Emirates inaugurates Emirates World in Casablanca

02 December 2024

Emirates has unveiled Emirates World in Morocco, introducing its refreshed travel retail store concept to North Africa for the first time.

Events

Saudia wins Editorial Award for ‘Best Airline Cabin Crew’

26 November 2024

Saudia has been awarded the Editorial Award for ‘Best Airline Cabin Crew’ at the Business Traveler U.S. Awards 2024, which took place this week in…

Flight services and support

New York City FC and Etihad Airways announce Etihad Park

22 November 2024

New York City FC and Etihad Airways have announced that New York City’s first-ever soccer-specific stadium will be officially named Etihad Park.

Flight services and support

Emirates joins Move to -15oC global coalition

18 November 2024

Emirates has joined the Move to -15oC global coalition, securing its place as the first airline to the initiative.

Flight services and support

Emirates enters five-season global sponsorship with SailGP

18 November 2024

Emirates has entered a five-season global sponsorship with SailGP which will see it become the exclusive Global Airline Partner of the annual sail…

Technology

Air India introduces ‘Fly’ Prior’ Service

11 November 2024

Air India has introduced a new ancillary service, ‘Fly Prior’, to provide greater flexibility in travel plans to its guests flying within India.

Flight services and support

Emirates launches chauffeur-drive service in Riyadh

11 November 2024

Emirates has introduced Chauffeur-Drive Services (CDS) in Riyadh, for premium passengers arriving at and departing from King Khalid International…

Flight services and support

Emirates inaugurates Emirates World Store in Kenya, its first in Africa

08 November 2024

Emirates has opened its Emirates World store in Nairobi, Kenya – the airline’s refreshed retail store concept to Africa for the first time.

Flight services and support

Saudia signs agreement with HRSD to provide benefits to loyalty programme

21 October 2024

Saudia and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) have signed an agreement to provide exclusive benefits to the beneficiaries…

Air transport

Oman Air Catering helps tackle food waste

17 October 2024

Oman Air Catering has entered a partnership with the Oman Food Bank addressing food waste and promote responsible food consumption.

Flight services and support

Qatar Executive and Qatar Airways Privilege Club partner up

10 October 2024

Qatar Executive and Qatar Airways Privilege Club have entered a partnership that will bring exclusive benefits to loyalty members.

Flight services and support

Emirates unveils new experiential Travel Store in London

10 October 2024

Emirates has officially opened the doors to its newly designed ‘Emirates World’ Travel Store in London.

Technology

Emirates reveals services and innovations for People of Determination

09 October 2024

Emirates has showcased a suite of new services and innovative products for People of Determination during AccessAbilities Expo in Dubai World Trade…

Airports

Egypt Airshow: Ground services deal for A Jet

04 September 2024

EgyptAir signed a ground services agreement with Turkish company A Jet during the Egypt International Airshow in El Alamein to provide ground…

Flight services and support

Aviation Services Management opens new office in Saudi Arabia

03 September 2024

Aviation Services Management (ASM) has opened a new office in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, strengthening its operational footprint in the Middle…

Flight services and support

Emirates launches elite wine learning experiences for cabin crew

22 August 2024

Emirates has launched a bespoke wine courses for cabin crew; L’art du vin.

Flight services and support

USTA Foundation and Emirates help to transform communities

16 August 2024

The USTA and Emirates have entered a transformative partnership renewal that will extend Emirates’ long-standing support of the US Open Tennis…

Flight services and support

Emirates‘ in-flight meals pre-ordering service available German gateways

26 July 2024

Emirates‘ Business Class passengers can now select their hot main meal between 14 days and 24 hours before departure across the airline’s four German…

Air transport

Boeing projects need for 2.4m flight crew and technicians

23 July 2024

Boeing has said there is a continued significant demand for aviation personnel over the next 20 years.

Flight services and support

Emirates unveils Travel Store in Hong Kong

18 July 2024

Emirates has officially opened its Travel store in Hong Kong – representing its first Emirates Travel Store in the Far East region.

Flight services and support

Turkish Airlines unveils new sleeping set for its guests

29 May 2024

Turkish Airlines has revealed its sleeping sets for long-haul flights.

Flight services and support

Etihad Airways to become main sponsor of Girona FC

28 May 2024

Etihad Airways will become the main sponsor of Girona FC from next season.

Airports

Emirates receives certified Autism Centre designation plaques

17 May 2024

Emirates has received the official Certified Autism Centre Designation plaques for all four of its Dubai Check In facilities.

Flight services and support

SriLankan Airlines unveils new office in Trivandrum

15 May 2024

SriLankan Airlines has officially opened its new office in Trivandrum, India.

Airports

dnata to make enhancements to global GSE fleet

15 May 2024

dnata has signed deals with leading manufacturers, locking in five-year global framework contracts for new Ground Support Equipment (GSE) at the Dubai…

Flight services and support

Ethiopian Airlines offers honeymoon getaway for employees

09 May 2024

Ethiopian Airlines Group has awarded a special honeymoon package to three lucky employee couples.

Airports

IndiGo initiates dedicated service to passengers with special needs

02 May 2024

IndiGo has commenced a dedicated service at Indira Gandhi International Airport - Terminal 1, to create an inclusive and comfortable travel experience…

Air transport

Qatar Airways renews partnership with UNHCR to support communities

29 April 2024

Qatar Airways and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, have renewed their existing partnership to support the shipment of relief items to the most vulnerable…