Aviation

Smiles, Etihad Airways team up for new loyalty points integration

Through the partnership, customers can now link their Smiles and Etihad Guest accounts to instantly convert points and miles between the two programs

Emirates implements new safety regulations for power bank use onboard

Emirates customers are still permitted to carry one power bank onboard with specific conditions, but the power banks may not be used while in the aircraft cabin

Diriyah, THC partner to explore integration of advanced air mobility solutions across development

The two companies will explore the potential of incorporating urban air mobility services within Diriyah’s urban framework

Dubai Airshow 2025 launches future-facing conference program to propel aerospace innovation

Event will feature over 350 expert speakers who will deliver more than 90 hours of live content across 12 dedicated tracks

DXB welcomes 46 million guests in H1 2025, marking busiest first half on record

In the second quarter alone, DXB served 22.5 million guests, an increase of 3.1 percent over the same period last year

Etihad Airways targets 21.5 million passengers and 18 new aircraft in 2025, says CEO

The airline is on track to close 2025 with a fleet of between 115 and 120 aircraft

Abu Dhabi airports welcome over 15.8 million passengers in H1 2025, up 13.1 percent

Zayed International Airport welcomed 15.5 million passengers until the end of June, up 13.2 percent year-on-year

Emirates expands Mauritius network with third daily flight starting December 1

Since Emirates launched its scheduled services to Mauritius in 2002, the airline has carried more than 8.8 million passengers

Saudi Arabia launches King Fahd Airport master plan, announces $426.5 million projects

A new national low-cost carrier, Air Arabia, was announced to be based at King Fahd International Airport

Dnata deploys autonomous vehicles at Dubai World Central to revolutionize ground handling

Dnata has rolled out six EZTow autonomous electric tractors, developed by TractEasy, to manage baggage transport between aircraft and terminals

Etihad Airways carries 10.2 million passengers in H1 2025, up 17 percent

The airline carried 1.8 million passengers last month, marking a 16 percent annual increase

Qatar and China boost air traffic efficiency with strategic cooperation agreement

Trade between the two countries surged from $10.6 billion in 2014 to $24.5 billion in 2023Â