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Dubai to get electric air taxis in Q1 2026: RTA official

Electric air taxis will operate from four vertiports, Dubai International Airport, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Dubai Downtown

Dubai tops Arab world, ranks fifth globally in international shipping centre index

Dubai holds the position of the fifth strongest international shipping hub for the fifth consecutive year 

Etihad Airways passenger traffic surges 36 percent to 12 million by August 2024

As of August 2024, Etihad Airways' rolling 12-month passenger count reached more than 17 million

UAE: Aviation Future Week to be held in October

The event will gather UAE ministers, senior officials, and industry leaders from aviation, aerospace, airfreight, MRO, and logistics

Saudi-Egyptian investment protection deal to launch in two months, says PM Madbouly

The trade between Saudi Arabia and Egypt surpassed $33 billion during 2022 and 2023

UAE, Australia free trade agreement to save $160 million a year in tariffs

In 2023, bilateral investment between Australia and the UAE reached $20.6 billion

Air Arabia launches home check-in service for Abu Dhabi passengers

Service allows customers to check in their luggage and collect their boarding passes from home

Dubai to host ‘The Africa Debate’ on October 31 to boost trade, investment

The event reflects the UAE's commitment to strengthening its economic and trade relationships with African nations

RTA opens two major bridges, cuts down travel time by up to 70 percent in key Dubai areas

Project to cut the journey time from Garn Al Sabkha Street to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road towards Al Qusais and Deira by 40 percent

Operations and supply chain decarbonization in the Middle East 

Each company faces unique decarbonization challenges, but many struggle to meet ambitious targets

The Helicopter Company’s expansion, a boost to Saudi Arabia growth ambitions

Company plans to grow its fleet to 100 aircraft in the next few years

Dubai Taxi Company secures 300 new plates, projects $27.2 million in extra annual revenue

This acquisition raises the company’s fleet to nearly 6,000 vehicles, increasing its market share to 46 percent

Qatar Airways resumes flights to Saudi Arabia’s Abha, expands NEOM services

The airline will launch two weekly flights to Abha International Airport starting January 2, 2025

Dubai’s dnata wins contract with Royal Jordanian at New York JFK

dnata's team aims to enhance the travel experience for 125,000 passengers on Royal Jordanian’s 360 annual flights 

Kuwait-India non-oil trade surpassed $2 billion in 2022, says Chamber

The Chamber highlighted that Kuwait and India's relationship extends beyond business due to their historical ties

Etihad Airways expands Paris service with double daily flights

Morning and evening departures and arrivals offer seamless travel options

UAE’s AD Ports awards $114.34 million crane contracts to ZPMC for terminal projects in Africa

Terminals will get three Super Post-Panamax STS cranes, servicing 21 container rows over 60 meters

Emirates airline set to receive first Airbus A350 aircraft in October

Emirates has so far placed orders for 65 A350-900 aircraft

World’s busiest airport megahubs revealed: Here’s how Dubai ranks

The report ranks the connectivity of the world’s leading international airport hubs – globally and regionally – as well as gateways into domestic markets

Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island unveils airport lounge at Zayed International Airport

The lounge is accessible to all guests free of charge and offers a dedicated waiting zone for the Yas Express bus

UAE-India non-oil trade surges 10 percent in H1 2024, says minister Al Zeyoudi

Emirati investments in India reached $3.3 billion last year, while Indian investments in the UAE exceeded $2 billion

UAE’s DMCC launches AI Centre to propel global AI solutions

The AI Centre will be part of a newly integrated hub that also includes the DMCC Crypto Centre and DMCC Gaming Centre

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ launches Q Mobility to improve transportation services in Abu Dhabi

The initiative focuses on sustainable and integrated solutions to support the Emirate's growth 

Electric air taxis in UAE: U.S.-based Joby applies to become certified operator

In February 2024, Joby signed a definitive agreement with Dubai’s RTA to launch air taxi services in the emirate