Middle East & North Africa

On day 2 of the World Defense Show, our TATV team explores some of the technology that is driving the growing interoperable capabilities of the defence industry.

Thales claims to be the 'European leader in airborne optronics'. Jon Lake travelled to France to check out some of the company's products.

As the World Defense Show opens its doors, TATV is there to host this week's rapid run around the region's aerospace high spots.

After a 30-month wait after the launch announcement The World Defence Show opened its doors in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia today.

Oliver Wyman is one of the top consulting firms in the world and partner Robbie Bourke talks to Alan Peaford about two burning issues - recovery in the MRO segment and the potential for future aircraft opportunities.

New airline, FlyWestaf, is hoping to bring much-needed competition to the domestic Algerian market.

The ninth Arab Aviation Summit (AAS) took place in Ras Al Khaimah this week and concluded on an optimistic note with industry stakeholders expecting the region to demonstrate strong recovery.

SAMI is set for its largest participation yet in the inaugural edition of the World Defense Show from 6-9 March in the Saudi capital Riyadh.

Boeing has been selected to provide Etihad Airways with the Jeppesen FliteDeck Advisor digital solution for the carrier’s 787 Dreamliner fleet.

Qatar Airways has launched four weekly flights to Kano on March 2, and three weekly flights to Port Harcourt on March 3, both operating via the Nigerian capital, Abuja.

Flydubai has inaugurated its new service to AlUla, becoming the first national carrier of the UAE to offer direct flights from Dubai.

EgyptAir Maintenance and Engineering is now providing line maintenance services at Kotoka International Airport of the Ghanaian capital Accra.

Manchester City and Etihad Airways have today announced the installation of new plastic recycling pods outside the Etihad Stadium.

Qatar Airways said it has welcomed the decision of the High Court on Friday 18 February 2022 which issued an injunction against Airbus.

The CEO of Dubai Airports underlined the transport hub’s commitment to helping eradicate the illegal trade in wildlife after signing a declaration at a special event with Prince William.

Emirates is streamlining check-in formalities for its customers in Ajman and the Northern Emirates with the introduction of a new check-in facility.

Turkey’s TAV Airports served 52 million passengers in 2021, with an increase of 92% compared to the previous year.

Etihad Cargo has achieved record revenue growth of 49 per cent in 2021.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects overall traveller numbers to reach 4.0 billion in 2024.

Unum Aircraft Seating has announced three partnerships with innovators in aircraft design and manufacturing.

TCI Cabin Interior has signed a deal with Lynx Air, Canada’s newest ultra-affordable airline, to design and manufacture its cabin interior products.

Spanish company, Indra, is continuing to dominate the north Africa region with its air traffic management systems.

Iberia Maintenance has been awarded a 10 year contract for the repair and maintenance of V2500 engines from Qatar Airways.

Etihad Airways has announced its business results for 2021, recording a strong recovery in passenger operations along with a significant improvement in financial performance.

Technoheaven has entered a strategic partnership with Emirates airline.