Middle East & North Africa

Air Canada Cargo and Emirates SkyCargo continue to enhance their interline cooperation.

Masdar, a clean energy company has signed an agreement with Airbus to support the development global SAF.

Etihad Cargo has launched an AI-powered solution to transform airfreight operations and boost cargo capacity on flights.

Etihad Airways is set to fly to Osaka five times per week beginning 1 October 2023.

IATA has reported high levels of confidence among travellers for the peak Northern summer travel holiday season.

SITA’s 2023 Baggage IT Insights report shows that airlines and airports are facing a surge in baggage mishandling rates amidst the growing number of passengers.

Sirius Aviation, a global aircraft asset manager headquartered in Abu Dhabi, has executed the lease extension of two Airbus A320ceo aircraft on lease to Air New Zealand.

Saudia Cargo has signed a new 12-month "space and service commitment" agreement with Cainiao Network, the logistics arm of Alibaba Group.

Oman Air has upgraded its commercial flight capabilities with the installation of a new B737-8 Max simulator.

The number of women in aviation is on the rise said Mervat Sultan, President, Women in Aviation Middle East Chapter.

The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has signed a Sales Promotion Agreement with AviaPro Consulting.

Passengers departing Dubai can now use a mobile boarding pass instead of a printed paper version, from 15 May onwards.

Global Airport Leaders’ Forum discussed measures to transform security at airports by bringing together leading entities responsible for airport security.

The Emirates Group has released its 2022-23 Annual Report, reporting its most profitable year ever.

GANS and ATRiCS, a member of the Frequentis Group, have delivered operational and safety benefits to Abu Dhabi Airports, since the implementation of the ATRiCS TowerPad system (T-PAD) in March 2022.

Emirates said it has committed US$ 200 million to fund research and development projects focussed on reducing the impact of fossil fuels in commercial aviation.

Global, sector-focused law firm HFW, which has a major presence in the MEAASA region from its offices in Dubai, has continued to strengthen its leading global aerospace practice with the hire of senior partner Peter Coles.

The 22nd edition of the Airport Show closed on high note in the wake of full recovery in the global aviation industry led by the Middle East, especially the UAE.

Qatar Airways is re-introducing a direct Doha to Auckland flight, which commences on 1 September 2023 and will operate seven times a week.

Etihad Cargo has achieved advanced ratings for key criteria in the BlueSky Sustainability Verification Programme assessment.

The Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF) has celebrated its milestone 10th edition.

Cutting edge technology is on display at the 22nd edition of the Airport Show in Dubai.

Hadid International Services (HADID) has appointed a new Director for Africa and Middle East.

Etihad Cargo has automated air cargo processes using Descartes Systems’ next generation Internet of Things (IoT) Bluetooth Low Energy solution.

Jazeera Airways will fly twice a week to the beautiful coastal town of Tivat in Montenegro,