Middle East & North Africa

Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 23.4 million guests in the first quarter of 2025.

The UAE, represented by the UAE Space Agency, has signed an MoU with Egypt, represented by the Egyptian Space Agency, to cooperate in space activities for peaceful purposes.

IATA has released data for March 2025 global passenger demand for air travel.

Pegasus Airlines has said it has significantly enhanced customer and employee satisfaction through its collaboration with Microsoft, leveraging Azure AI Services.

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.

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

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is continuing its expansion across the Mediterranean, with a new direct route linking Casablanca to Catania, Sicily, starting June 28, 2025.

IATA has released a study measuring the significant economic and employment benefits aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generates for Egypt.

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

Saudia Cargo and China Henan Aviation (CHAGC) have signed an MoU aiming to establish a robust air logistics bridge.

Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines have launched a strategic partnership to expand service between Doha and Manila.

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

Jeff Massimilla, vice president of global engineering, design and technology from General Dynamics Land Systems, highlighted the growing importance of robotics and autonomous systems during the World Defence Industry 2024.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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