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flydubai, emaratech to introduce smart biometric gatesflydubai has partnered with emaratech, a leading technology organisation in the UAE, to implement smart border control solutions for its pilots and cabin crew. Located at the carrier’s Airport Operations Centre, the new smart gates utilise ad More… |
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Ethiopian Airlines launches new passenger service to PortoEthiopian Airlines Group has officially launched a new passenger service connecting Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with Porto, Portugal. The inaugural flight departed from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport on July 2, 2025, following a vibrant la More… |
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SalamAir reports 12pc improvement in OTP for Q2SalamAir, Oman's low-cost carrier, has reported a 12% improvement in On-Time Performance (OTP) for Q2 2025, reaching an OTP of 88%. The airline operated 5,144 flights and carried 712,610 passengers between April and June 2025, demonstrating its More… |
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Park Hyatt emerges in South AfricaHyatt Hotels has announced the opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg, marking the luxury brand’s third destination in the African region. Set within the vibrant Rosebank district, celebrated for its cultural richness and urban vitality, Pa More… |
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Kleindienst Group to open Hygge Hotel in 2027Kleindienst Group has unveiled the concept of Hygge Hotel, a new property set to open in H1 2027 as part of its flagship destination, The Heart of Europe, on The World Islands. The hotel, named after the Danish concept of hygge, aims to create a home of happin More… |
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UFC Fight Night returns to Abu DhabiUFC, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), will host a thrilling middleweight fight on 26th July at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. The event, featuring No.5 ranked Robert Whittaker and rising star Reinier More… |
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SAS orders 55 Embraer aircraft for growth, regional connectivityScandinavian Airlines (SAS) has entered into an agreement to acquire 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft — the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996. This milestone agreement supports SAS& More… |
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KSA residents embrace short getaways: Visa DataTravelers from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) took full advantage of this year’s extended Eid Al Adha break, turning the six-day (June 5-10) holiday into an opportunity for cultural exploration, both at home and abroad. While many residents jetted off for short international getaways, th More… |
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Gulf visitors favour meaningful destinations: researchNew research by PwC Middle East, in collaboration with Mabrian Technologies, a global travel intelligence platform, reveals that visitor preferences across the Gulf region are undergoing a fundamental shift. Visitors are increasingly drawn to destinations that offer cultural meaning and emoti More… |
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KFIA achieves level 4 in ACI customer experience accreditationKing Fahd International Airport (KFIA) has reached a significant milestone by earning Level 4 in the Customer Experience Accreditation program from Airports Council International (ACI), reported SPA. This achievement underscores the airport's commitment to More… |
