Logistics

The Helicopter Company expands to meet aviation’s changing needs

Innovation and strategic partnerships enable Saudi’s commercial helicopter operator to stay ahead of the curve

As demand soars, Airbus prepares for the Middle East’s aviation future

3,700 new aircraft are needed in the region over the next 20 years

GCC’s aviation sector soars as a key economic driver 

Robust infrastructure, strategic location vital to the growth of the industry and the region’s economy

Emirates to expand fleet with 315 planes: Here are 6 new aircraft types joining the airline

Emirates currently operates a fleet that consists of the Airbus A380 aircraft and Boeing 777s

Egypt’s private sector fuels 37 percent of investment, driven by 293 reforms

The report shows that 64 percent of measures focused on boosting investment and industry

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways records 10.4 million passengers during Jan-Jul 2024

The airline transported 1.7 million passengers in July 2024, achieving an 89 percent load factor

AD Ports Group acquires majority stake in Georgia’s Tbilisi Dry Port

Acquisition strengthens AD Ports Group's role in connecting Asia and Europe via the Middle Corridor

Container volumes fuel $9.33 billion revenue for DP World in H1 2024

The port operator invested $994 million in capital expenditures during the period

Private jet movement at Dubai South rises 7 percent to 8,472 in H1 2024

Dubai South now expects private jet activity to reach 18,000 by the end of 2024

Etihad to launch three weekly A380 flights to Mumbai for 4 months starting September 1

By early 2025, Etihad Airways will have its sixth A380 in operation

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Cargo’s strategic expansion drives 17 percent tonnage growth in H1 2024

The company has experienced remarkable growth, especially in the East, with a 19 percent increase in tonnage

DP World Trade Finance, BBK integrate logistics and financial services to boost regional trade

Partnership seeks to drive growth, improve operational efficiency and provide comprehensive support to businesses in trade

Egypt, UAE sign $3 billion agreement to establish Mediterranean logistics trading zone

Agreement includes the possibility of supplying petroleum products to the local market

Air Arabia reports $188.67 million net profit in H1 2024, continues network expansion and sustainability efforts

The airline achieved a turnover of $449.22 million, a 19 percent increase year-over-year

Emirates to launch retrofitted Boeing 777s to Zurich, Riyadh starting October 1

So far, 25 aircraft have been retrofitted, with 17 more to undergo the upgrade by December 2024

Dubai’s Parkin reports $114.62 million in H1 2024 revenue, expands to 200,400 spaces

The company's Q2 2024 financial results saw a 12 percent increase in total revenues, reaching $55.94 million

Dubai International: Why does the airport have two codes, DXB and OMDB?

Why does Dubai International not use the code DUB instead?

Etihad Airways to fly Airbus A380 to Singapore, adds six new flights to Thailand

The airline's new Thailand schedule will include 21 flights to Bangkok and 20 to Phuket

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways soars with $232 million profit in H1 2024, up 48 percent YoY

Total revenue increased 21 percent to $3.2 billion, from $2.6 billion in H1 2023

Dubai’s PCFC profit surges 33.47 percent to $178 million in 2023, revenues reach $292.67 million

By 2023, PCFC had 600 employees, 96,000 clients, 400 suppliers, and 26 strategic partners

UAE’s flydubai adds Basel to its expansive 29-destination European network

The carrier’s European network already includes Budapest, Catania, Krakow, Milan-Bergamo, Prague, Salzburg, and Zagreb

Saudi Arabia’s Dammam port sets record with 20,645 containers handled on single ship

In May 2024, the port set a new container throughput record of 292,612 TEUs