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ADQ to become majority shareholder in Aramex

ADQ will have cumulative ownership of 58 percent of the shares, subject to successful completion of the transaction

PIF launches first Saudi-owned duty-free retailer to propel travel retail growth

Al Waha to drive growth in Saudi Arabia's travel retail market by enhancing the traveler experience

Dubai’s RTA introduces new policy for instant access to 82 services

Service process steps decreased by 36 percent, digital options increased availability by 61 percent

Abu Dhabi Customs launches new customs center at Sir Bani Yas Airport

The decision clarifies customs center boundaries, roles, procedures, and operational hours within the emirate

DP World, Mawani inaugurate $800 million terminal in Jeddah

The project more than doubles the capacity from 1.8 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) to four million TEUs

Emirates introduces retrofitted Boeing 777s to Seoul and London Stansted

The upgraded aircraft from Emirates' retrofit program are now entering scheduled service with enhanced cabins

DWTC-Informa reaffirms commitment to tripling Dubai’s MICE sector GDP by $14.7 billion by 2033

The move aims to attract investments and facilitate cross-border trade through its esteemed B2B Events platforms

Saudi Air Connectivity Program introduces direct flights from Stuttgart to Jeddah

This initiative aims to boost capacity for travelers from Europe and the United States to Saudi Arabia

Saudi PIF inks $3 billion deal with Italian export credit agency

The parties will share expertise and consider SACE's $3 billion support for PIF-led projects

Emirates, Malta Tourism Authority partner to bolster inbound tourism

Emirates has been serving Malta since 2003 and currently operates a daily flight using a Boeing 777-300ER

China, Canada strike back at Trump’s tariffs: Is Mexico next?

If the tariffs stay in place, Mexico plans to announce countermeasures, including retaliatory tariffs, on Sunday

China Eastern Airlines to launch direct flights between Shanghai, Abu Dhabi starting April

Flights are planned to operate every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday

Asia accounts for 62.7 percent of multinational companies attracted by Dubai International Chamber in 2024

This emphasizes Dubai’s escalating reputation as a pivotal investment hub for international corporations

Dubai’s Salik posts $626.2 million in revenue for 2024, 8.7 percent YoY increase

Revenue-generating trips reached 498.1 million for the year, up by 8 percent YoY

Trade wars deepen as China and Canada retaliate after Trump’s tariffs come into effect

China responded immediately, announcing additional tariffs of 10-15 percent on certain U.S. imports from March 10

RTA, Dubai Holding ink $1.63 billion deal to enhance access to key developments across Dubai

As part of the agreement, bridges and roads will be developed to improve access points for five key Dubai Holding developments

Emirates launches new services to China, Vietnam, Cambodia

Emirates now extends its presence to four Chinese gateways including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou

ADIO signs strategic partnership with Italy’s CDP to boost investment, trade

Italy is a key trade partner of the UAE, with annual trade over AED30 billion

Flynas, Bank AlJazira ink $132 million aircraft financing deal for 3 new Airbus A320 NEOs

More than 100 aircraft expected to be added in flynas fleet over the next five years

Qasr Al Hokm Station opens, transforming Riyadh Metro with innovative design and accessibility

The station connects administrative buildings, palaces, markets, and attractions in the Qasr Al Hokm area

Saudi Arabia opens first phase of Sports Boulevard project with five key destinations

Total completed length of the project now stands at 83 km, with overall progress reaching 40 percent

How the UAE-Oman railway project will reshape regional freight transport

Connecting the UAE and Oman by railways opens new markets for businesses in both countries

The future of mobility: Innovations reshaping transport in UAE

UAE plans 10 percent electric vehicle adoption and aims for 25 percent autonomous public transport operations in Dubai by 2030

Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport launches 70 e-gates to facilitate faster passenger processing

New e-gates system leverages modern technologies and AI to facilitate faster and more secure passenger processing