Aviation

SHARJAH / WAM Air Arabia shareholders approved the distribution of 25 percent cash dividend for the financial year ending December 31, 2024 at the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). The dividend, which is equivalent to 25 fils per share, marks another year of strong financial performance for the award-winning low-cost carrier. The Board of Directors’ recommendation follows the airline’s robust ...

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME The Zayed International Airport showcases how infrastructure can be designed to integrate with environmental considerations. Managed by Dorsch Global, the project is deployed of sustainable landscaping practices to address the unique environmental challenges of the region. This initiative reflects a practical approach to balancing operational requirements with ecological responsibility, showcasing how modern airports can incorporate ...

BERLIN/DUBAI/GULF TIME Emirates concluded yet another successful ITB Berlin, reinforcing its commitment to the world’s largest travel trade show while deepening strategic partnerships across the global travel eco-system. Over the event’s three day run, the airline signed 11 strategic agreements, held 270 high-level meetings and received over 6,000 visitors at its stand, which featured Emirates’ latest-generation A350 cabin products alongside ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways on Thursday launched the new Abu Dhabi Pass at ITB Berlin, the world’s largest tourism trade fair. The new Abu Dhabi Pass transforms the visitor experience into a fully digital journey, simplifying access to the emirate’s offerings. Etihad passengers will receive an email ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Airbus is looking to pursue the manufacturing of significant A400M aircraft components in the United Arab Emirates. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Gabriel Sémelas President of Airbus in Africa and the Middle East, elaborated that this strategic initiative would facilitate deeper integration of UAE-based entities, including EPI and Strata, into the global aerospace supply chain. ...

DUBAI/WAM Emirates is set to further strengthen its presence across Asia with the launch of daily non-stop flights between Dubai and Shenzhen from July 1 2025. The airline will also introduce four weekly services to Da Nang on June 2 and three weekly flights to Siem Reap from June 3 with both cities connecting via Bangkok. The addition of Shenzhen, ...

BEIJING / WAM Several major Chinese airlines, including Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern, posted double-digit growth in passenger capacity and turnover for January, with strong performance on international routes, signalling a rebound in travel demand after the Chinese New Year peak season. As reported by China Central Television (CCTV), Air China and its subsidiaries experienced a 10 percent ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Abu Dhabi Airports, operator of the emirate’s five commercial airports, has announced the successful completion of a comprehensive rehabilitation project at Sir Bani Yas Airport (XSB). The major improvement significantly strengthens the airport’s infrastructure to support the growing demand for tourism in Al Dhafra Region and ensure a higher standard of service for visitors ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Etihad Airways announced its results for the full year 2024, recording strong performance across all key metrics with an AED1.7 billion (US$476 million) profit after tax driven by AED20.8 billion (US$5.7 billion) passenger revenue and AED4.2 billion (US$1.1 billion) Cargo revenue, alongside significant operational efficiency improvements. The airline carried 18.5 million passengers last year, a 32 percent increase ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Airports, operator of the emirate’s five commercial airports, announced its results for 2024, showcasing significant growth and reaffirming its position as a leading global aviation hub. The company facilitated 29.4 million passengers through its airports, a 28.1 per cent increase compared to the 22.9 million passengers in 2023, driven by network expansion, strategic partnerships, ...