Middle East & North Africa

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Qatar Airways has recently added a number of Boeing 737-8 Max aircraft to its fleet.

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

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

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

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

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

The 22nd edition of Airport Show opened in Dubai today amidst brighter outlook for complete and sustainable recovery and growth of passenger demand.

Saudia Group – Saudi Airlines, flyadeal, and Saudia Private Aviation – have announced its operational plan for Hajj season 2023.

Boeing has named Joe Benson as president of Boeing Business Jets (BBJ).

Emirates SkyCargo has added two Boeing 747-400Fs to its freighter fleet.

Jazeera Airways will launch direct flights to the Sphinx International Airport in Egypt starting from 16 May 2023.

Dassault Aviation is celebrating 60 years of the Falcon business jet. Dassault Aviation’s Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier tell its story.

IATA has released data for March 2023 global air cargo markets showing a continued decline against previous year’s demand performance.

Raytheon Technologies’ KuRFS radars and Coyote effectors defeat evolving, proliferating unmanned aircraft systems.

Serco Middle East has signed a partnership agreement with Pangiam UK to help bring technology-enabled guest experiences to airports in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Jetcraft Commercial has announced a deal to buy 25 Bombardier CRJ-200 aircraft frames.

Oman Air’s Cargo division is gearing up for the upcoming Air Cargo Europe 2023, set to take place in Munich from 9-12 May.

Emirates Airline and Etihad Airways have signed an MoU to expand their interline agreement.

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) has unveiled its latest state-of-the-art business seat at the annual Arabian Travel Market (ATM), in Dubai.