Middle East & North Africa

Flydubai was recognised with the “Airline with the Best Connectivity in the Middle East” award for the second time at the 2025 Business Traveller Middle East Awards.

Emirates and Philippine Airlines (PAL) met at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai to explore a potential expansion of their partnership.

Qatar Airways is showcasing its cultural resonance and immersive innovation during The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2025.

Kuwait Airways and Emirates have signed an MoU to develop an interline agreement, offering passengers increased flight options.

AviaPro Consulting is expanding its footprint in the Middle East and Africa.

Emirates has collaborated with VisitBritain to boost inbound tourism to the UK during the Arabian Travel Market.

A delegation from Embraer concluded an official visit to Morocco to assess the country’s aerospace supply chain last week.

Global aircraft lessor AviLease, headquartered in Saudi Arabia, has closed an unsecured revolving credit facility (RCF) of $1.5bn.

Etihad Airways has revealed its all-new Airbus A321LR, delivering wide-body comfort on short and medium-haul routes.

Emirates will introduce upgraded cabins on various Boeing 777 and Airbus A380s to eight more cities on its network in the coming months.

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has officially announced the launch of the third edition of The Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Aviation Award.

Emirates has officially opened its reimagined Travel Store in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Flyadeal has revealed its long-awaited widebody deal with a firm order for 10 Airbus A330-900neos plus an additional 10 purchase rights.

Etihad Airways has become the latest airline to join IATA’s Turbulence Aware programme.

Abu Dhabi is at the forefront of the global AAM sector as the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has granted a Design Acceptance for the country’s first hybrid Heliport.

Embraer has reported a US$26.4 billion backlog in the first quarter of 2025. The result surpassed the previous quarter.

Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo and MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd (MASkargo) intend to launch a Global Cargo Joint Business.

Dubai International (DXB) has marked Earth Day by reaffirming ACI Level 4 sustainability milestone.

Royal Air Maroc Cargo has an ambitious vision for the future with a strategy built on global expansion, digital innovation, and sustainability.

Qatar Airways will spotlight innovative, AI-powered travel experiences tailored for the modern traveller at next week’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) taking place in Dubai.

Etihad Airways is significantly expanding its African network as it doubles its services to Nairobi, Kenya.

Oman Air has launched fights between Muscat and Amsterdam, marking the airline’s 11th destination in Europe.

Riyadh Air launched its first cabin interior over the weekend designed by Transport design consultancy PriestmanGoode.

Dubai International (DXB) has been recognised with the Airports Council International (ACI) Safety Recognition Award 2025 for its innovative and proactive approach to aerodrome safety.

Skywards Everyday, an app that enables members to earn Skywards Miles, has partnered with EmCan, the loyalty programme of Emarat.