Middle East & North Africa

The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) is forging ahead with building its MBZ-SAT Earth-observation satellite.

Etihad Airways and Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) have signed a strategic codeshare agreement.

The UAE has declared 2023 the ‘Year of Sustainability’, showcasing its commitment to seek innovative solutions to energy and climate change challenges.

Emirates has celebrated the upcoming launch of its Premium Economy offering in India, with an exclusive tour of its four-class A380 aircraft in Mumbai.

Sir Tim Clark, Emirates’ president this week met with Franziska Giffey, Mayor of Berlin, in Dubai to discuss Berlin’s potential for more international long-haul connectivity.

Rolls-Royce has completed a series of tests using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on its Pearl 15 and Pearl 10X business aviation engines.

Sharjah Airport Authority organised a “Customer Service Week” initiative during the first week of October to highlight its self-service facilities at the airport.

DHL has renewed its aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) agreement with Joramco.

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) is keeping families happy on board with a special in-flight experience for children.

Etihad Cargo has boosted its cool chain capabilities in the US, expanding its network with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS).

Saudia has signed a partnership with Intigral, a digital entertainment provider in the MENA region, to stream their TV content on board its aircraft fleet.

Saudia has increased its monthly seat capacity by 380% for flights between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Turkey.

Flynas will launch direct weekly flight between Jeddah and Ankara as of November 7.

Emirates and Neste will collaborate the supply of over three million gallons of blended Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel in 2024 and 2025.

Archer & Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) plan to launch Archer’s All-Electric Air Taxi Service across the UAE.

Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) has unveiled its new look for the future of aerospace.

The Dubai Airshow 2023 has released a comprehensive conference agenda featuring nine thought-leadership tracks across the five days.

Dubai-based Mark AB Capital Investment (Mark AB) has acquired its entire stake in SuperJet International from Russia's United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) which manages the SuperJet 100 regional jet programme.

Etihad Airways won a handful of awards at the World Travel Awards Middle East which took place in Dubai on Sunday night.

Embraer has signed a multi-year contract with Royal Jordanian Airlines to support a total fleet of eight E190-E2 and E-195-E2 jets with the Pool Programme.

Emirates and Dubai International Airport (DXB) said they are focused on improving the travel experience for neurodivergent passengers.

Global aviation solutions provider, UAS International Trip Support (UAS) and FCC Aviation (FCC) have entered strategic partnership.

Etihad Cargo has promoted Soufyan Mouaniss to the role of director West Cargo Commercial.

Boeing Business Jets (BBJ) customers have a new way to customise cabin interiors for the BBJ 737-7, reducing costs and accelerating delivery of new VIP jets.

Spectrum Aeromed has partnered with Essex Industries to integrate Liquid Oxygen (LOX) solutions into their medical transport equipment.