Logistics

Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports grow 17.3 percent to $21.88 billion in Q4 2024

Driven by the surge in non-oil exports, Saudi Arabia recorded a trade surplus of SAR44.89 billion

Dubai Taxi Company, Dubai Airports sign five-year strategic partnership to meet demand of growing influx of tourists

Trips from Dubai Airports may exceed 8 million by 2029, generating AED2.5 billion revenue

Abu Dhabi’s Presight to implement nationwide AI-powered smart city project in Albania

The AI-powered nation-building project will enhance Albania’s sustainability and digital transformation agenda

Dubai’s new AI-powered traffic signal control system to launch in H1 2026, says RTA

System supports future technologies and initiatives including the Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems "C-ITS/V2X"

flydubai reports record-high profit before tax of $674 million in 2024

flydubai carried 15.4 million passengers in 2024, up 11 percent compared to 2023

UAE joins Kuwait in celebrating 64th National Day as bilateral trade reaches $13.6 billion

The UAE imports 22 percent of Kuwait's non-oil exports, ranking third after China and U.S.

Abu Dhabi Airports completes Sir Bani Yas Airport rehabilitation project

Abu Dhabi Airports fully reconstructed the runway, taxiways and apron pavements to ensure safety and operational efficiency

Saudi Arabia’s air traffic hits record 128 million passengers in 2024

The number of flights across Saudi airports increased by 11 percent to 905,000 flights last year

Dubai International to welcome 2.5 million passengers from February 20 to 28

This surge in visitors results from global events and school holidays, creating a busy DXB period

Abu Dhabi, China bolster economic ties at investment forum with partnerships in key sectors

During the forum, participants engaged in discussions on Abu Dhabi’s role as a global financial, trade and technology hub

Saudi Arabia’s GACA reveals integrated digital platform, new corporate identity

The Ajwaa platform is designed to deliver all civil aviation services, facilitating swift and efficient access for users

Trials of autonomous vehicles begin at Doha’s Hamad International Airport

Equipped with GPS, AI systems, and intelligent sensors, these vehicles enhance safety and operational efficiency

Dubai Taxi Company revenues grow 12 percent to $599 million in 2024

Limousine segment saw revenue increase by a healthy 8 percent to AED124.5 million in 2024, supported by the expansion of its fleet

Sheikh Hamdan tours Dubai International Boat Show 2025, highlights city as leading global maritime hub

Event features the participation of more than 1,000 brands representing more than 60 countries, and over 200 yachts and watercraft

Jebel Ali Port handles 15.5 million TEUs in 2024, marking highest cargo volumes since 2015

Major infrastructure projects in the region have fueled the growth of breakbulk demand at Jebel Ali Port

UAE, Brazil seek stronger agricultural ties as bilateral non-oil trade surges over $4.3 billion

The UAE ranked as the sixth-largest importer of Brazilian agricultural products in 2024

ECI empowers local exporters in 110 global markets, supporting UAE’s growing non-oil economy

The UAE's non-oil sector contributed 75 percent of the country’s total GDP, while ECI’s total credit coverage reached AED11 billion

Australia supports Virgin-Qatar Airways cooperation for five years, citing enhanced services

Under the proposed arrangements, Virgin Australia would use Qatar Airways’ aircraft and crew to operate the new services

U.K. Minister pledges to strengthen ties with Saudi Arabia as bilateral trade hits $21 billion

Over 60 U.K. companies have regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia, employing around 30,000 British workers

UAE business climate tops emerging markets globally in logistics opportunities, digital readiness: Report

The six Gulf countries are all among the top 11 for business conditions with the UAE again topping rankings

Italian food exports to UAE to grow 10 percent in 2025, says Italian Trade Agency

Italy aims to increase its total global food exports from €70 billion in 2024 to €100 billion in the coming years, with a particular focus on strategic markets

Riyadh Air reveals sonic brand ‘Sound of a New Era’ ahead of 2025 launch

This milestone in preparations aims to create a unique musical experience for travelers in 2025

UAE-Ukraine CEPA marks key step toward new economic era, says Ukrainian economy minister

Svyrydenko stressed that Ukraine's economic growth requires higher levels of investment inflows into the country than at present

Abu Dhabi seeks to boost investments with China as bilateral trade projected to reach $200 billion by 2030

The emirate hosts many of the 6,000 Chinese companies in vital sectors like technology and energy