Technology

Airports

ASECNA and Indra help enhance landing safely at airports in Africa

02 May 2025

ASECNA and Indra have completed a project aimed at enhancing landing safety across 17 airports in Africa.

Air transport

Saudi Vision 2030 strengthens the country’s global standing in aviation

01 May 2025

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has said in its 2024 Annual Report for Saudi Vision 2030 that the civil aviation sector has witnessed…

Technology

Etihad Airways launches Etihad for Business corporate travel programme

01 May 2025

Etihad Airways has launched a new corporate travel programme designed to enhance the business travel experience.

Technology

Jazeera Airways to introduce fintech products

01 May 2025

Jazeera Airways and HTS, the B2B division of Hopper, are to introduce Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) and Disruption Assistance For Any Reason (DAFAR) on…

Technology

Pegasus Airlines puts AI at its Core

30 April 2025

Pegasus Airlines has said it has significantly enhanced customer and employee satisfaction through its collaboration with Microsoft, leveraging Azure…

Events

Flydubai wins “Airline with the Best Connectivity in the Middle East”

29 April 2025

Flydubai was recognised with the “Airline with the Best Connectivity in the Middle East” award for the second time at the 2025 Business Traveller…

Events

Qatar Airways displays its latest innovations during ATM 2025

29 April 2025

Qatar Airways is showcasing its cultural resonance and immersive innovation during The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2025.

Technology

Etihad Airways joins IATA’s Turbulence Aware Programme

23 April 2025

Etihad Airways has become the latest airline to join IATA’s Turbulence Aware programme.

Air transport

Royal Air Maroc Cargo unveils its vision in the global cargo sector

22 April 2025

Royal Air Maroc Cargo has an ambitious vision for the future with a strategy built on global expansion, digital innovation, and sustainability.

Events

Qatar Airways to unveil Arabic-speaking version of Sama at ATM

22 April 2025

Qatar Airways will spotlight innovative, AI-powered travel experiences tailored for the modern traveller at next week’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM)…

Technology

Airbus tackles airport inefficiencies with Agnet Turnaround

21 April 2025

Airbus has released a report highlighting the pressure on airport operations, focusing on the Middle East, and how its  Agnet Turnaround is…

Flight services and support

Skywards Everyday and EmCan to offer UAE customers more rewards

21 April 2025

Skywards Everyday, an app that enables members to earn Skywards Miles, has partnered with EmCan, the loyalty programme of Emarat.

Technology

IndiGo and Swiggy partner to reward IndiGo BluChip Members Beyond the Skies

17 April 2025

IndiGo has collaborated with Swiggy, India’s on-demand convenience platform. 

Airports

İGA Istanbul Airport implements the Triple Runway Operations system

17 April 2025

iGA Istanbul Airport has ushered in a new era in aviation history with the launch of Europe’s first-ever “Triple Runway Operations.”

Technology

DANS enhances digital resilience through partnership with Help AG

16 April 2025

Help AG has partnered with Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) to strengthen the cybersecurity framework of one of the region’s most critical…

Technology

Air India selects Panasonic Avionics to install its Astrova IFE

09 April 2025

Panasonic Avionics has signed an agreement with Air India to install its Astrova in-flight entertainment (IFE) solution and a range of digital…

Technology

Riyadh Air implements Panasonic Avionics’ Modular Interactive

09 April 2025

Riyadh Air will be the first airline to launch Panasonic Avionics’ fully integrated in-flight engagement (IFE) interactive design and publishing tool…

Technology

SITA and Matarat to fast-track airport digitalisation in Saudi Arabia

09 April 2025

Matarat Holding has signed an MoU with SITA to accelerate the digital transformation of airports across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Technology

Kenya Airways to distribute NDC content through Amadeus Travel Platform

08 April 2025

Kenya Airways has started deploying its New Distribution Capability sourced content to travel seller customers in Kenya, South Africa and the…

Technology

GE Aerospace to support Royal Jordanian’s digital transformation efforts

08 April 2025

GE Aerospace has entered a five-year agreement with Royal Jordanian (RJ) to support the airline’s comprehensive suite of Software as a Service (SaaS)…

Technology

Panasonic Avionics unveils new aircraft-wide hosting solution

08 April 2025

Panasonic Avionics has unveiled ConverixTM, an open and neutral application hosting platform that the company said will transform commercial…

Technology

Qatar Airways nears Boeing 777 fleet wide Starlink upgrade

08 April 2025

Qatar Airways, which offers Starlink’s high-speed internet on-board, is now close to completing its Boeing 777 fleet-wide upgrade.

Technology

NEC joins SITA’s Digital Travel Ecosystem

07 April 2025

SITA and NEC Corporation (NEC) have signed an agreement to accelerate the adoption of digital identity technology in the travel industry.

Technology

Turkish to provide free inflight internet for all by late 2025

07 April 2025

Turkish Airlines said it is committed to bringing free unlimited inflight connectivity to all passengers starting from late 2025.

Events

Dubai to host Global AI Summit: ‘Machines Can See 2025’

03 April 2025

As part of the inaugural Dubai AI Week, the third edition of the "Machines Can See" AI Summit, will take place on April 23-24, 2025.

Technology

Riyadh Air opts for Viasat as its connectivity provider on its Dreamliner

03 April 2025

Riyadh Air has selected Viasat as its connectivity provider to its Dreamliner aircraft.

Technology

Air India integrates Apple AirTag

03 April 2025

Air India has integrated Apple AirTag with its baggage-tracking system and mobile app.

Maintenance

Magma Aviation partners with Unilode Aviation Solutions

01 April 2025

Magma Aviation, the air cargo solutions company which has a base in Dubai, has partnered with Unilode Aviation Solutions.

Technology

Star Air India to use Maxamation’s Aviator Revenue Management system

01 April 2025

Star Air India has become the first Indian airline to use Maxamation’s Aviator Revenue Management system.

Airports

SITA brings to life airports of the future by acquiring CCM

31 March 2025

SITA has announced the closure of the acquisition of CCM, headquartered in Milan, Italy, an expert in the design, production, and creation of airport…

Technology

It's all go for Gogo and Galileo

28 March 2025

Gogo has launched its new Galileo inflight connectivity system, powered by low Earth orbiting (LEO) satellites.

Technology

Air Côte D’Ivoire to implement Bluebox’s IFE solution

27 March 2025

Bluebox Aviation Systems has entered a partnership with Air Côte D’Ivoire for the deployment of its Bluebox Wow wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE)…

Technology

SolitAir selects Air Support A/S for aircraft tracking solutions

25 March 2025

SolitAir, a UAE cargo airline, has selected Air Support A/S’s PPS Flight Planning and OpsControl aircraft tracking solutions to power its flight…

Technology

Air India inaugurates Air India Centre of Digital Innovation in Kochi

24 March 2025

Air India has inaugurated its newly created Air India Centre of Digital Innovation (CODi) in Kochi.

Technology

SITA and Orange Business strengthen aviation connectivity

20 March 2025

SITA and Orange Business have extended their partnership for another five years, strengthening a collaboration that has been in place since 2001.

Technology

Qatar Airways Cargo to revolutionise Semiconductor Transport

20 March 2025

Qatar Airways Cargo has unveiled its latest product innovation – TechLift.

Technology

Flydubai signs strategic agreement with LinkedIn

14 March 2025

Flydubai has signed a strategic agreement with LinkedIn to support its ongoing recruitment drive and training and development programmes over the…

Technology

ADIO and Maqta Technologies Group partner with Etihad Cargo

13 March 2025

The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Maqta Technologies Group have partnered with Etihad Cargo to introduce new features to the Advanced Trade…

Events

Aviation India 2025 announces supporting Association partners of India

11 March 2025

Times Aerospace Events will host the second Aviation India and South Asia Summit and Exhibition from 29-30 October 2025 at the JW Marriott, Aero City,…

Technology

Starry starry flight...

10 March 2025

Qatar Airways is now operating the world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 777 aircraft. The first flight occurred from Doha to London in October.

Technology

IndiGo selects Amadeus technology

10 March 2025

IndiGo has reached an agreement with travel technology provider Amadeus to implement advanced Revenue Management technology, Amadeus Segment Revenue…

Defence

BIRD Aerosystems to supply its AMPS to an additional African Air Force

10 March 2025

BIRD Aerosystems, a provider in defence technology, has secured a contract to supply its Airborne Missile Protection System to an additional African…

Technology

Oman Air partners with TUI on new digital holiday packages

07 March 2025

Oman Air has entered an exciting new partnership with TUI to offer customers an easier way to book holiday packages alongside their flights.

Technology

Air India launches paid service platform offering priority check-in

06 March 2025

Air India has launched ‘ZipAhead’, a paid service offering priority check-in and priority baggage handling to Economy Class travellers on flights…

Technology

Emirates and Expedia Group to deliver personalised booking experiences

05 March 2025

Emirates and Expedia Group have expanded their partnership through the airline’s full integration of its New Distribution Capability (NDC) API with…

Technology

SolitAir selects TrustFlight’s Centrik 5 to enhance operational efficiency

04 March 2025

SolitAir, the UAE’s dedicated cargo-agnostic airline, has selected TrustFlight’s Safety, Quality, and Risk Management platform, Centrik 5.

Technology

Riyadh Air and IBM sign agreement to build AI-driven enterprise

27 February 2025

Riyadh Air will integrate watsonx, IBM’s portfolio of AI products, and IBM Consulting AI solutions to establish an enterprise-wide AI capability to…

Events

Qatar Airways opens Web Summit Qatar 2025 with its latest innovations

26 February 2025

Qatar Airways will sponsor Web Summit Qatar for the second consecutive year, debuting revolutionary travel AI tools.

Technology

SITA report reveals how aviation industry is doubling down on cybersecurity

26 February 2025

SITA’s latest Air Transport IT Insights report reveals growing focus on cybersecurity, biometrics, and sustainability to future-proof air travel.

Technology

Qatar Airways equips Boeing 777 with Starlink

25 February 2025

Qatar Airways has equipped installation of Starlink on its 30th aircraft, equipping over 50 per cent of its Boeing 777 fleet.

General aviation

Diamond Aircraft delivers DA62 MPP special mission aircraft to United ATS

25 February 2025

Diamond Aircraft has delivered an DA62 MPP special mission aircraft to United ATS, an aviation services provider in the Middle East and North…

Technology

Thales and Qatar Airways to establish IFE maintenance centre in Doha

24 February 2025

Thales and Qatar Airways have signed an MoU to establish a dedicated Inflight Entertainment (IFE) service and maintenance centre based in Doha,…

Technology

Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation gets a new brand

21 February 2025

Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has revealed digital customer platforms and a new brand identity.

Events

Spotlight: Frequentis focuses on interoperability

21 February 2025

TATV Spotlight puts the focus on voice communications control system market leader Frequentis in this interview at IDEX 2025 with the company’s Usama…

Technology

Etihad Airways launches new and elevated digital experience

18 February 2025

Etihad Airways has rolled out its new and elevated digital experience across etihad.com and the mobile app.

ATM and regulatory

UAE bid for air taxi leadership hits new milestone

14 February 2025

If there was ever any doubt about the intention of the United Arab Emirates to establish clear leadership in the advanced air mobility sector and to…

Events

BlackSky announced as Supporting Sponsor for IDEX Talks

13 February 2025

ADNEC Group has announced that BlackSky Holdings, a space-based intelligence company, will be a supporting sponsor for IDEX Talks during the…

Maintenance

MRO Middle East – Emirates signs for Airbus Skywise support 

10 February 2025

With MRO top of the aviation agenda in Dubai this week with the annual MRO Middle East show, it was timely that host airline Emirates signed an…

Technology

Panasonic Avionics and Riyadh Air sign turnkey maintenance agreement

10 February 2025

Panasonic Avionics has entered a 10-year agreement with Riyadh Air to provide in-flight entertainment maintenance support for their fleet of confirmed…

Events

ABU DHABI: ‘No Country Left Behind'

10 February 2025

Salvatore Sciacchitano, President of the ICAO, said the UAE General Civil Aviation is leading the aviation sector towards net zero emissions –…

Defence

Why defence sector paves the way to a new economy

09 February 2025

Saeed Al Mansouri, defence exhibitions advisor at ADNEC Group looks at how next week’s IDEX-NAVDEX defence show advances the UAE’s vision for a…

Events

IFS to highlight aviation Industrial AI Solutions at MRO Middle East

07 February 2025

FS, a cloud and Industrial AI software provider, announces its participation at MRO Middle East, on 10th & 11th February, 2025 at Dubai World…

Technology

Raytheon to showcase advanced defence solutions and technologies at IDEX

06 February 2025

Raytheon, an RTX business, is set to showcase its latest capabilities and innovative solutions at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference…

Technology

Jettainer and Oman Air Cargo extend partnership

03 February 2025

Oman Air Cargo has reaffirmed its cooperation with Jettainer, its Unit Load Device (ULD) management partner, on a long-term basis.

Technology

Flydubai partners with Ultramain Systems to drive operational efficiency

31 January 2025

Flydubai has entered a partnership with Ultramain Systems, a leading provider in electronic technical logbook software.

Airports

Bahrain Airport Services implements SITA’s Resource Management System

28 January 2025

Bahrain Airport Services (BAS) has implemented an upgrade to Bahrain International Airport's ground operations management system through the…

Technology

Air India launches AI-Driven EZ booking for faster reservations

22 January 2025

Air India has rolled out an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven feature eZ Booking allowing customers to complete their reservation on its website in…

Technology

ATR aircraft to implement Starlink high-speed internet connectivity

21 January 2025

ATR is introducing Starlink high-speed internet connectivity onboard its aircraft.

Technology

Nav Aero strengthens global reach with Oman Air Cargo partnership

21 January 2025

Nav Aero Global Cargo GSSA Network has entered a partnership with Oman Air Cargo offering more connectivity, and comprehensive cargo solutions…

Technology

Royal Air Maroc Cargo implements Cargospot API and Cargospot Mobile

16 January 2025

Royal Air Maroc Cargo has strengthened its 15-year partnership with CHAMP Cargosystems by implementing Cargospot Mobile and Cargospot Handling.

Technology

Qatar Airways Cargo and Unilode enter digitalisation partnership

14 January 2025

Qatar Airways Cargo and Unilode Aviation Solutions have entered a partnership for the digitalisation of the airline’s fleet of over 42,000 Unit Load…

Technology

Qatar Airways unveils world's first digital human cabin crew on Instagram

13 January 2025

The world’s first AI-powered digital human cabin crew, known as Sama, is now taking flight on social media.

Space

UAE Space Agency signs agreement with Technology Innovation Institute

10 January 2025

The UAE Space Agency and the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) have signed an agreement to design and develop the EMA Lander.

Technology

Honeywell and NXP to accelerate next-generation aviation technology

08 January 2025

Honeywell and NXP Semiconductors have expanded partnership that will accelerate aviation product development and chart the path for autonomous flight.…

Events

ATM 2025 to address soaring growth within the aviation sector

07 January 2025

The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 is set to welcome the world’s aviation industry to discuss the latest trends impacting the sector.

Technology

Air India becomes first Indian airline to offer Wi-Fi on domestic flights

02 January 2025

Air India has rolled out Wi-Fi internet connectivity services on board domestic and international flights operated by A350, B787-9 and select A321neo…

Defence

Insitu launches UAS Center of Excellence in the UAE

13 December 2024

Insitu, a Boeing Company, has opened its new Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) Center of Excellence (COE) at Tawazun Industrial Park in Abu Dhabi, UAE.…

Business aviation

Qatar Executive adds Starlink internet services to its G650ER fleet

11 December 2024

Qatar Executive has announced the integration of Starlink technology on its Gulfstream G650ER fleet.

Airports

SITA to provide advanced airport systems at Red Sea International Airport

10 December 2024

SITA has entered a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Airport (RSI).

Technology

Emirates SkyCargo launches digital ‘self-service’ touchpoint eQuote

10 December 2024

Emirates SkyCargo has advanced its digital landscape for cargo operations, with the introduction of eQuote.

Technology

Qatar Airways unveils new in-flight safety video featuring Kevin Hart

03 December 2024

Qatar Airways has launched its latest in-flight safety video, spearheaded its newest Qatar Airways Global Brand Ambassador, Kevin Hart.

Technology

Flydubai partners with BBC Studios to launch BBC Kids

29 November 2024

Flydubai and BBC Studios has entered a new partnership that will see the launch of a BBC Kids branded space for flydubai passengers on their inflight…

Technology

Saudia Group partners with Saudi Projects to enhance its IFE

29 November 2024

Saudia Group has signed a partnership agreement with Saudi Projects, a media platform, in a strategic initiative to enhance local media content and…

Events

Kenya Airways wins two gongs at the 2024 World Travel Tech Awards

27 November 2024

Kenya Airways has been awarded Africa's Best Airline Website 2024 and Africa's Best Airline App 2024 at the 4th Annual World Travel Tech…

Training

Simaero signs first A320 NEO Sim from Havelsan for its Delhi centre

27 November 2024

Pilot and aviation training in India has received a boost as Simaero has signed its first A320 NEO full-flight simulator for its new training facility…

Technology

Fastjet sees revenus take off with Aviator RM

26 November 2024

Fastjet has been using Maxamation’s Aviator RM system since 2017 in order to maxamise its flight revenue for its route networks.

Technology

Why fortifying cyber security defences is key to aviation future

24 November 2024

Three managing directors from Accenture Middle East : Ahmed Etman, MD cybersecurity practice; Radwane Saad, MD cyber strategy; and Abedalqader…

Technology

IndiGo implements strategies and technology to minimise weather disruptions

21 November 2024

IndiGo has said it has applied proactive strategies and technology to minimise disruptions due to weather this winter.

Events

Bahrain Airshow: Bahrain and Thales strengthen their relationship

14 November 2024

Bahrain Civil Aviation Affairs has selected Thales for maintenance of TopSky – Aeronautical Messaging Handling System AMHS.

Technology

Panasonic Avionics to provide Riyadh Air its inflight entertainment

12 November 2024

Riyadh Air has entered a partnership with Panasonic Avionics as its official partner for inflight entertainment (IFE).

Technology

Etihad Airways enhances its digital platforms

12 November 2024

Etihad Airways has enhanced its digital platforms with new features which it says will make travel easier and more personalised for guests.

Technology

SITA integrates its IPS Intelligent Passenger Solution

11 November 2024

SITA has announced the formal integration of IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its airport portfolio.

Technology

Air India introduces ‘Fly’ Prior’ Service

11 November 2024

Air India has introduced a new ancillary service, ‘Fly Prior’, to provide greater flexibility in travel plans to its guests flying within India.

Technology

Thales to supply Ethiopia’s A350-1000 aircraft with its AVANT Up IFE system

08 November 2024

Thales is to equip Ethiopian Airlines first A350-1000 aircraft with its state-of-the-art AVANT Up inflight entertainment (IFE) system.

Technology

Emirates launches curated content collaboration with Spotify

06 November 2024

Now live onboard flights to 140 destinations, Emirates has launched a new collaboration with the popular audio-streaming subscription service,…

Defence

Harnessing advanced technologies and AI for military innovation

04 November 2024

At World Defense Show 2024, Professor General Adam Finlay, an Australian special forces commander and academic, delivered a presentation on the…

Airports

Global Passenger Survey reveals travellers prioritise convenience and speed

30 October 2024

IATA has released the results of its 2024 Global Passenger Survey revealing that travellers continue to prioritise convenience and speed.

Air transport

Egyptair Cargo awards full-service ULD management agreement to Unilode

29 October 2024

Egyptair Cargo and Unilode Aviation Solutions have entered into a long-term partnership for full-service ULD management.

Technology

IATA to offer digital currencies in financial settlement systems

29 October 2024

IATA will offer digital currencies in the financial settlement systems it operates for the aviation industry.

Technology

Thales to equip Qatar Airways A321NX fleet with FlytEDGE IFE system

28 October 2024

Qatar Airways and Thales have signed an agreement to equip Qatar Airways’ new A321 NX fleet with FlytEDGE, the world’s first cloud-native inflight…

Technology

Gamit’s ROAM wins Transavia France digital records management tender

23 October 2024

GAMIT, an AMAC Aerospace Company that works heavily in the Middle East, has been awarded a long-term contract to digitise the technical records of…

Technology

Riyadh Air selects SabreMosaic to power next-gen retailing

18 October 2024

Riyadh Air will deploy Sabre’s AI-powered solutions at the forefront of the industry’s transition to a more modern retailing approach.

Technology

Dans enters strategic partnership with DFS Group of Germany

18 October 2024

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with DFS Aviation Services (DAS), a subsidiary of the German air…

Technology

Madagascar Airlines partners with Travelport

17 October 2024

Madagascar Airlines is partnering with the Travelport group to integrate the global distribution systems Galileo and Travelport in order to enhance…

Technology

Etihad Airways rolls out digital tool to enhance the inflight experience

16 October 2024

Etihad Airways is rolling out Skypad, an innovative digital tool designed to enhance the inflight experience for passengers.

Technology

Emirates cabin crew to step into the virtual world for safety training

16 October 2024

Emirates is extending its immersive virtual training platform MIRA to what the airline says is its number one priority – safety.

Technology

Air India’s A350 inflight entertainment wins at World Travel Awards

14 October 2024

Air India has been awarded the title of Asia’s Leading Airline Inflight Entertainment 2024 at the World Travel Awards (WTA) held this year in Manila.…

Technology

IndiGo and Spotify partner to introduce personalised playlists

14 October 2024

IndiGo and Spotify have partnered to launch 6E Shuffle, a first-of-its-kind experience that generates exclusive travel playlists for users based on…

Technology

Emirates reveals services and innovations for People of Determination

09 October 2024

Emirates has showcased a suite of new services and innovative products for People of Determination during AccessAbilities Expo in Dubai World Trade…

Airports

Adani and Thales to improve airports efficiency in India

09 October 2024

Adani Airport Holdings (AAHL), a private airport operator in India, and Thales, have entered a strategic partnership to revolutionise AAHL’s airport…

Technology

Pegasus Airlines introduces AI-generated pilots’ announcements

02 October 2024

Pegasus Airlines has launched its ‘ground-breaking’ new multilingual project. 

Events

Arabian Travel Market 2025 will highlight the power of connectivity

30 September 2024

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will underscore the pivotal role of connectivity when it returns to Dubai April 28-May 1, 2025.

Events

Global Aerospace Summit focuses on space, aviation, and technological

27 September 2024

The Global Aerospace Summit (GAS) commenced in Abu Dhabi, bringing together the foremost leaders from the aerospace, aviation, and defence sectors.

Technology

Boeing inspires Middle Eastern women to explore aerospace opportunities

25 September 2024

Boeing has launched 'Pick Up Your Wings and Fly', an Instagram community designed  to inspire young women in the Middle East to explore…

Technology

SITA to install its Smart Path technology across nine Indian airports

24 September 2024

SITA is installing its Smart Path technology across nine Indian airports in a partnership with Airports Authority of India (AAI).

Technology

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi partners with Morafiq to launch Home Check-In service

17 September 2024

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has partnered with Morafiq, a leader in innovative airport services, to launch a new Home Check-In service for its passengers in…

Technology

SITA unveils essential protection for aviation network communications

13 September 2024

SITA has launched its new cybersecurity hardening solution, SITA Managed NAC (Network Access Control).

Technology

UAS International Trip Support launches Air Charter App

10 September 2024

UAS International Trip Support (UAS) has entered a partnership with technology company Moove to launch the UAS Charter App.

Events

World Safety and Operations Conference to embrace innovation

09 September 2024

The theme for the 2024 World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) is “Embracing Innovation and Technology for Safe and Efficient Operations.”

Technology

Emirates empowers pilots with data

09 September 2024

In every one of Emirates’ 470 flights that depart each day, all pilots actively use GE FlightPulse.

Technology

IndiGo introduces RNP AR flight procedure for operations into Kathmandu

09 September 2024

IndiGo has introduced the Required Navigation Performance Authorization Required (RNP AR) flight procedure for its operations into Kathmandu.

Technology

Turkish Airlines expands NDC programme with Strategic partnerships

06 September 2024

Turkish Airlines has enhanced its NDC (New Distribution Capability) compliant TKCONNECT programme. 

Events

Egypt Airshow: Flight dates for ambitious Egyptian drones

05 September 2024

Three unmanned aerial systems parked in the show’s static display perhaps fooled people to think at least two of them were from Turkey’s Baykar.

Events

Egypt Airshow: Integrated air defence is on Thales’ Radar

03 September 2024

The war in Ukraine has seen an increase in interest in Thales’ air defence systems, the company said at the show.

Technology

IndiGo successfully lands in Public Cloud

29 August 2024

IndiGo has successfully concluded its intensive cloud migration initiative.

General aviation

Uncrewed cargo carrier lifts off in Dubai

27 August 2024

Dubai-based Eanan Al Samma has conducted the first test flights of its Rikaz heavy-lift uncrewed cargo aircraft, reports Aviation Week’s Graham…

Technology

EMMA Systems welcomes investment from Al Khor Holding

20 August 2024

Al Khor Holding, a Qatari-based company with a globally extensive investment portfolio across private and public equity, has chosen to invest in EMMA…

Technology

IndiGo launches Electronic Flight Folder for enhanced operations

16 August 2024

IndiGo has launched Electronic Flight Folder (EFF) marking a significant advancement in enhancing safety and operational efficiency across the…

Technology

Iraqi Airways renews its partnership agreement with SITA

15 August 2024

Iraqi Airways has renewed its partnership agreement with SITA to maintain its continuous innovation in passenger and baggage management systems.

Technology

Air India Express launches virtual interline platform

08 August 2024

Air India Express has become the first Indian airline to launch a virtual interline platform.

Technology

SITA unveils new enhanced global wireless solution

07 August 2024

SITA is launching a new version of its wireless solution, SITA Mobile Data Access (MDA) 2.0.

Events

Raytheon Saudi Arabia kicks off 2024 internship programme

07 August 2024

Raytheon Saudi Arabia, an RTX business, has started its 2024 internship programme, welcoming 14 Saudi students from ten leading universities and…

Technology

Ethiopian Airlines enhances security screening solution with TSA

05 August 2024

Ethiopian Airlines Group has entered a partnership with the United States (US) Transport Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck programme.

Technology

Qatar Airways Cargo unveils new feature on its digital lounge platform

02 August 2024

Qatar Airways Cargo has launched the "My Allotments” feature on its website within the Digital Lounge portal enhancing booking efficiency and…

Airports

Dubai Airports implements new luggage facility at Terminal 2

01 August 2024

Dubai Airports has introduced a new facility combining Left Luggage and Mishandled Baggage services, to enhance the guest experience at Dubai…

Technology

Thales and Garuda Aerospace sign MoU for secure drone operations in India

30 July 2024

Thales and Garuda Aerospace have signed an MoU to promote the development of the drone ecosystem in India.

Technology

Ethiopian Airlines lays a foundation for the future with SIRAX solutions

30 July 2024

Lufthansa Systems has said Ethiopian Airlines ‘relies’ on its finance solution SIRAX/Revenue Accounting.

Flight services and support

Emirates‘ in-flight meals pre-ordering service available German gateways

26 July 2024

Emirates‘ Business Class passengers can now select their hot main meal between 14 days and 24 hours before departure across the airline’s four German…

Technology

Technology leaders call for expanding research on non-CO2 emissions

24 July 2024

The chief technology officers of Boeing, Airbus, Dassault, GE Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, RTX and Safran have called for government research programmes…

Sustainability

Rolls-Royce and TCS collaborate on hydrogen research

23 July 2024

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has expanded its partnership with Rolls-Royce to advance its sustainable initiatives.

Technology

Airports and airlines globally suffer impact of Microsoft outage

19 July 2024

Airports, airlines, as well as millions of Windows users across the world have been taken offline causing widespread disruption, after reporting a…

Defence

Looking to the future of combat

17 July 2024

Haitham Awinat, CEO of UAE defence conglomerate Remaya, explains the role of multi-domain operations in the future of combat .

Technology

Panasonic Avionics opens new software design facility in Pune

17 July 2024

Panasonic Avionics has today opened a new software design and development facility in Pune, India.

Technology

Air India launches new baggage tracking feature on its mobile app

15 July 2024

Air India has rolled out an easy-to-use baggage tracking feature on its mobile app and website.

Technology

Air India to implement IBS Software’s iCargo solution

09 July 2024

Air India is to use IBS Software’s iCargo solution to support its growth plan and commitment to the airline’s ongoing digital transformation.

Technology

SITA sees record results for 2023 as it pursues fast-growth and expansion

08 July 2024

SITA has announced record results for 2023 as revenues reached almost US$ 1.5 billion.

Technology

IndiGo unveils new look of its website and mobile app

08 July 2024

India’s preferred carrier is revamping the website and mobile app with a new UI/UX design.

Airports

ADB Safegate to provide lighting system at Bhogapuram Airport

04 July 2024

ADB Safegate, a provider in airside solutions for airports, has been awarded a contract for the Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) system at Bhogapuram…

Defence

Raytheon continues Middle East roll- of MS-110

03 July 2024

Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a major reconnaissance system upgrade contract for an air force customer in the Middle East region.

Business and finance

IATA: African Airlines set for a small profit in 2024

03 July 2024

IATA has called on Africa’s governments to take advantage of a strengthening aviation sector to maximise its benefits for economic and social…

General aviation

University of Dubai to establish laboratory focusing on AAM

02 July 2024

A state-of-the-art laboratory will be established at the University of Dubai aiming to promote collaborative efforts and research in advanced air…

Events

Flydubai receives “Outstanding Sector Leadership and Growth” award

28 June 2024

Flydubai has received the “Outstanding Sector Leadership and Growth” award at the MEA Business Achievement Awards.

Technology

SITA: Innovation in the MENA region rapidly progresses

27 June 2024

The travel and tourism in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region are changing rapidly with technology and innovation, said SITA.

Airports

Dubai Airports implements AI-powered inventory forecasting

26 June 2024

Dubai Airports (DA) has implemented a demand planning and forecasting initiative that is transforming behind-the-scenes supply management…

Technology

Etihad offers live online advice for guest travel requirements

24 June 2024

Etihad Airways has launched an online chat feature designed to ensure its guests have the latest accurate information on the documents they need…

Technology

Ethiopian wins 'Best Entertainment' and 'Best Wi-Fi' in Africa

21 June 2024

Ethiopian Airlines Group has been crowned as the winner of the ‘Best Entertainment in Africa’ and ‘Best Wi-Fi in Africa’ awards at the APEX Passenger…

Technology

Etihad Cargo adds direct eBooking integration from Kuehne+Nagel

20 June 2024

Etihad Cargo has established a direct eBooking integration with global logistics provider Kuehne+Nagel.

Technology

IndiGo launches 6Eskai on WhatsApp

20 June 2024

IndiGo takes another stride towards enhancing customer experience with the launch of its AI conversational booking assistant, 6Eskai, on WhatsApp.

General aviation

ArcosJet recognises high customer acceptance of eVTOLs

19 June 2024

ArcosJet, the exclusive authorised dealer for private sales of the Lilium Jet in the UAE, is seeing high customer acceptance of the eVTOL concept and…

Technology

Air transport industry improves baggage handling

17 June 2024

SITA has reported an improvement in the air transport industry’s rate of mishandled baggage.

General aviation

Mecca witnesses eVTOL trial

14 June 2024

A Saudi technology company and a Chinese eVTOL manufacturer have created history in Mecca with a successful trial of an unmanned air taxi in the Holy…

Defence

UAE and India sign new defence manufacturing tie

13 June 2024

UAE defence conglomerate, Edge Group, has signed a milestone cooperation agreement with Adani Defence & Aerospace, one of India’s leading defence…

Technology

Riyadh Air to implement CellPoint Digital's payment orchestration solution

12 June 2024

Cellpoint Digital, a provider of payment solutions to the airline industry, as entered a new partnership with Riyadh Air.

Events

Aviation INDIA 2024 kicks-off in Delhi

12 June 2024

Leaders from across the aviation sector are gathering in New Delhi for the inaugural Aviation India Summit and Exhibition, taking place June 12-13.

Technology

IndiGo introduces new hotel booking option

11 June 2024

IndiGo has launched a new hotel booking option on its website and app.

Space

Yahsat gives go-ahead to Airbus for latest satellite build

10 June 2024

The UAE’s flagship satellite company Yahsat announced today it has contracted Airbus Defence and Space for its new geostationary telecommunications…

Technology

IATA launches advanced analytics solution to optimise fuel consumption

04 June 2024

IATA has launched IATA FuelIS, an advanced analytics solution to optimise airline fuel consumption, using aggregated and anonymised flight and fuel…

Technology

Air Arabia and Panasonic Avionics sign 172 aircraft IFE deal

04 June 2024

Panasonic Avionics has signed an agreement with Air Arabia for the installation of its eXW wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) solution across 172…

Technology

Emirates partners with HiDubai to support Dubai SMEs

31 May 2024

Emirates and HiDubai sign MoU to engage in local businesses and offer greater access to international market opportunities through its Business…

Technology

Emirates joins IATA’s Turbulence Aware Platform

31 May 2024

Emirates has joined the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Turbulence Aware Platform.

Technology

Neo Space Group and Display Interactive to deliver new inflight experiences

31 May 2024

Neo Space Group (NSG) and Display Interactive (DI), have advanced Skywaves satellite connectivity system for airlines, and SkyFly end user portal…

Technology

Jazeera Airways extends and upgrades Blueview deployment

31 May 2024

Bluebox Aviation Systems and Jazeera Airways recently renewed their six-year partnership for the delivery of the Blueview IFE experience called…

Technology

UAS energises aviation tech with additions to Global Trip Manager

28 May 2024

Global trip support solutions provider, UAS International Trip Support (UAS) - is enhancing its Global Trip Manager's capabilities.

Technology

Airbus UpNext launches technologies for hydrogen-powered aircraft

24 May 2024

Airbus UpNext has launched a new technological demonstrator to accelerate the maturation of superconducting technologies for use in electric…

Technology

Air Austral adopts flydocs platform to digitise aircraft records

22 May 2024

Flydocs has signed a five-year deal with Air Austral to digitise the records management process across its fleet of eight aircraft.

Technology

SITA enters acquisition with Materna IPS to improve passenger processing

22 May 2024

A strategic acquisition between SITA and Materna IPS is a ‘giant step forward’ in SITA’s global leadership in passenger processing.

Events

Future Aviation Forum opening day sees 47 deals worth $19b sealed

21 May 2024

On the first day of the Future Aviation Forum, taking place in Riyadh, 47 deals were confirmed with a value of $19 billion.

Airports

Automatic aircraft taxiing and pilot assistance tested in electric truck

21 May 2024

Airbus UpNext has started testing new technologies to support automatic taxiing and enhance pilot assistance onboard an innovative electric truck.

Technology

Turkish Airlines introduces New Distribution Capability platform

20 May 2024

Turkish Airlines is launching New Distribution Capability (NDC) platform, TKCONNECT, allowing travel agents with exclusive content and services.

Technology

SITA unveils new AI-powered platform for airport management

20 May 2024

SITA has launched its airport management tool, the SITA Airport Operations Total Optimizer.

Technology

New Collins Aerospace system to provide more efficient airfield operations

15 May 2024

Collins Aerospace has launched its Collins’ Airport Surface Awareness System for real-time tracking, monitoring, and recording of aircraft and GSE at…

Technology

Emirates partners with BLADE to provide a one-of-a-kind travel experience

15 May 2024

GO7, a provider of airline technology, has entered a partnership with Emirates and BLADE to provide a one-of-a-kind travel experience.

Events

Liebherr receives Best Supplier Award from Embraer

14 May 2024

Liebherr-Aerospace has won Best Supplier Award 2023 in the Program Development category at the Embraer Suppliers Conference.

Events

ATM: Aviation experts highlight the pivotal role of innovation

08 May 2024

Aviation experts convened at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) yesterday to discuss how the Middle East market is changing, outlining predictions for the…

Events

Flydubai wins “Airline with the Best Connectivity in the Middle East”

07 May 2024

Flydubai was recognised as “Airline with the Best Connectivity in the Middle East” at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards.

Events

ATM: Qatar Airways showcases AI-powered digital human cabin crew

07 May 2024

Qatar Airways is displaying a holographic display of Sama, the airline’s second-generation AI-powered digital human cabin crew, during the Arabian…

Events

ATM: Saudia showcasing its digital capabilities

06 May 2024

Saudia is attending the 31st edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 6 to 9, 2024.

Technology

Oman Air Cargo partners with Revenue Technology Services

02 May 2024

Oman Air Cargo has signed an agreement with Revenue Technology Services to boost digital capabilities.

Technology

EDGE acquires CONDOR to boost capabilities in public security

01 May 2024

EDGE has acquired 51% of Brazil-based CONDOR Non-Lethal Technologies, a leader in Non-Lethal Technologies (NLT).

Maintenance

Jettainer celebrates its 20th anniversary

30 April 2024

Jettainer, which operates efficient fleet of Unit Load Devices (ULDs), is marking its 20th anniversary.

Events

GALF 2024 to focus on passenger experiences and digitalisation

30 April 2024

The 10th edition of Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF) will take place for three days from May 14 in Dubai.

Technology

Young people to participate in Employability in Aviation programme in Kenya

26 April 2024

Boeing and Digital Divide Data (DDD) have launched an aviation-focused employability programme for Kenyan youth.

Technology

Saudia launches innovative digital platform powered by AI

24 April 2024

Saudia has launched its innovative digital platform, the Travel Companion (TC), powered by advanced artificial intelligence.

Defence

MARSS to deliver integrated logistic support for Middle East client

23 April 2024

MARSS has signed a multi-year contract in excess of $70M to deliver an integrated logistic support contract with a leading Middle East client. 

Technology

Honeywell introduces AI-enabled software solution for aerospace

17 April 2024

Honeywell has unveiled Honeywell Forge Performance+ for Aerospace, a cloud-based platform that utilises AI and machine learning (ML).

Technology

Smiths Detection launches cutting edge X-ray Diffraction scanner

16 April 2024

Smiths Detection has launched the SDX 10060 XDi, a ground- breaking X-ray scanner powered by diffraction technology.

Technology

Pooleys appoints new international business development director

15 April 2024

Pooleys has appointed Patrick Schutterop as its new international business development director.

Technology

Riyadh Air and Artefact sign partnership to innovate AI Solutions

08 April 2024

Riyadh Air has signed a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionising the aviation industry through AI applications.

Technology

SITA: Biometrics holds the key to smarter digital travel

05 April 2024

New SITA white paper highlights how biometric-driven IT solutions are being successfully rolled out around the world.

Air transport

Saudia offers stopover visa programme for all travellers to Saudi Arabia

29 March 2024

Saudia is offering a stopover visa programme for passengers flying from Europe.

Events

Emirates wins ‘Best Inflight Entertainment Award’

22 March 2024

This week Emirates was crowned the global winner of the Best Inflight Entertainment Award in Airline Ratings 2024 Airline Excellence…

General aviation

Dassault Systemes' technology to support quieter eVTOL for Eve Air Mobility

22 March 2024

Embraer has selects Dassault Systèmes’ Simulation Technology to support quieter eVTOL aircraft development for Eve Air Mobility.

Technology

Royal Jordanian launches cybersecurity awareness platform for employees

14 March 2024

Royal Jordanian Airlines, in collaboration with MetaCompliance, have launched an interactive awareness platform for its employees in the field of…

Technology

Etihad Cargo partners with Awery Aviation Software

13 March 2024

Etihad Cargo has enhanced its charter service capabilities through a new partnership with Awery Aviation Software.

Technology

Accelya and flydubai renew decade-long cargo partnership

12 March 2024

Global software provider to the travel industry Accelya has signed a multi-year FLX Cargo renewal with flydubai, creating an end-to-end cargo platform…

Airports

Zayed International Airport sees success with IDEMIA's biometric solutions

12 March 2024

Zayed International Airport has successfully processed 7.9 million passengers through Abu Dhabi’s new terminal since its inauguration on 15 November…

Technology

Etihad Cargo launches digital sales optimisation tool

12 March 2024

Etihad Cargo is officially launching Sales Cockpit, a digital sales optimisation tool that will enable the carrier to enhance customer…

Airports

Air Arabia introduces new City Check-in facility in Dubai

11 March 2024

Air Arabia has recently opened its newest City Check-in facility in Dubai.

Events

Emirates wins 2024 IATA CBTA Center Innovation Award

11 March 2024

Emirates has been recognised with the IATA Competency-Based Training and Assessment Center (CBTA Center) Innovation Award.

Technology

Qatar Airways reveals second-generation virtual cabin crew

07 March 2024

Qatar Airways has presented its second-generation virtual cabin crew, Sama 2.0, powered by innovative conversational AI during ITB Berlin 2024.

Air transport

Emirates signs MoUs with Icelandair and GO7

07 March 2024

Emirates has signed MoUs with Icelandair and travel technology and ticketing specialist W2 and AirBlackBox (ABB) by GO7 to develop deeper commercial…

Events

Emirates welcomes key dignitaries at ITB Berlin 2024

05 March 2024

Emirates has showcased its latest innovations to key dignitaries at ITB Berlin 2024.

Events

Raytheon to demonstrate defence capabilities during DIMDEX 2024

04 March 2024

Raytheon will showcase a wide range of technological capabilities at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX…

Technology

Riyadh Air partners with Adobe

01 March 2024

Riyadh Air and Adobe have entered a strategic technology partnership.

Airports

Ethiopian inaugurates e-commerce logistics facility at Bole

01 March 2024

Ethiopian Airlines has opened its state-of-the-art e-commerce logistics facility.

Air transport

Air Botswana appoints APG as its online GSA in South Africa

29 February 2024

Air Botswana has appointed APG as its General Sales Agent (GSA) for markets outside Botswana.

Technology

Nova Systems selects FreeFlight Systems’ weather technology

28 February 2024

Nova Systems International has selected FreeFlight Systems Dual-Band ADS-B receiver as part of an upgrade programme to provide more efficient and…

Events

Qatar Airways showcases generative AI and innovations during Web Summit

27 February 2024

Qatar Airways Group has helped open the technology conference Web Summit with a special viewing of the airline’s latest travel technology products.

Technology

Air India launches new inflight safety video ‘Safety Mudras’

26 February 2024

Air India has launched ‘Safety Mudras’, its new inflight safety video that it says blends “safety instructions with the kaleidoscope of India’s…

Technology

IATA and The Weather Company to enhance turbulence-related weather data

23 February 2024

IATA is expanding the transmission of its Turbulance Aware data for use within industry-leading aviation solutions by The Weather Company.

Technology

Air India to provide Collins Aerospace' avionics hardware for 737 MAX

22 February 2024

Air India has chosen Collins Aerospace to supply a suite of avionics hardware for 140 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

Technology

Air India selects Thales’ AVANT Up in-flight entertainment

20 February 2024

Air India has selected Thales’ AVANT Up inflight entertainment (IFE) solution.

Technology

Beond to offer the Apple Vision Pro to select passengers

16 February 2024

The world’s first premium leisure airline will offer Apple’s ground-breaking content experience beginning in July 2024.

Technology

Pratt and Whitney expands its digital capability in Bengaluru

15 February 2024

Pratt & Whitney has announced the establishment of its new India Digital Capability Centre (IDCC) in Bengaluru, India.

Technology

Etihad Cargo launches SecureTech to ensure consumer electronics safety

14 February 2024

Etihad Cargo has launched SecureTech, the ninth addition to the carrier's suite of premium products which is dedicated to the safe and secure…

Technology

SITA: Airlines and Airports increase IT spend year on year into 2023

12 February 2024

SITA’s 2023 Air Transport IT Insights report finds that both airports and airlines saw IT spend increase year on year into 2023.

Technology

Riyadh Air enters strategic partnership with Sabre

12 February 2024

Riyadh Air is entering a collaboration with Sabre, a software and technology provider powering the global travel industry.

Airports

Turkish Airlines language service 'SmartMic' changes communication

06 February 2024

Turkish Airlines has launched new SmartMic language translation devices at airports across Türkiye.

Events

Bahrain International Airshow to highlight defence capabilities

01 February 2024

The Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) will put defence and security in the spotlight of its 2024 event, taking place 13-15 November. 

People

Honeywell appoints new president of Middle East and Africa

30 January 2024

Honeywell has appointment of Khaled Hashem as President of the recently consolidated Middle East and Africa [MEA] region for the company. 

Events

Electric aircraft to 60-tonne tanks will be displayed at WDS

30 January 2024

Cutting edge assets from electric aircraft to 60-tonne tanks will be on display at World Defense Show 2024.

Maintenance

Akasa Air orders more than 300 LEAP-1B engines

26 January 2024

Akasa Air and CFM International have signed an agreement to purchase CFM LEAP-1B engines to power 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

General aviation

Saudi Arabia launches cutting-edge Air Mobility Initiative

24 January 2024

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia has launched the "Enabling Advanced Air Transport in the Kingdom" initiative.

Technology

Passenger announcement: You've nothing to fear from AI

24 January 2024

You can’t read any publication nowadays without coming across the term artificial intelligence (AI). The IT world seems to see AI as the next “big…

Airports

Airport Show to highlight security technologies

22 January 2024

Airports across the world have been expanding and improvising their security regime and devoting wider resources to make the systems and processes…

Maintenance

Safran and ONERA start wind tunnel tests of future Open Fan

22 January 2024

Safran Aircraft Engines and France’s national aerospace research agency ONERA have begun first wind tunnel tests with the ECOENGInE, a 1:5 scale…

Technology

ATR and Air Algérie sign first Digital Maintenance Documentation package

16 January 2024

Air Algérie and ATR have signed a Digital Maintenance Documentation package to  strengthen the airline’s maintenance documentation system.

Technology

Rolls-Royce signs five-year enterprise wide Aerogility contract

11 January 2024

Aerogility has entered a five-year enterprise-wide contract with Rolls-Royce to supply its AI-based enterprise digital twin solution.

Technology

Qatar Airways introduces Privilege Club Collection

10 January 2024

Qatar Airways Privilege Club has unveiled Privilege Club Collection platform – an innovative platform that will elevate members’ lifestyles by giving…

Technology

Flydubai introduces PressReader on board its fleet

10 January 2024

Flydubai has enhanced its onboard experience with the introduction of PressReader.

Route planning and tourism

Saudia Group launches Saudia Hajj and Umrah

09 January 2024

Saudia Group has launchd Saudia Hajj and Umrah, a subsidiary dedicated to enhancing the pilgrims’ experience.

Defence

MARSS demonstrates power of NiDAR in a US & Saudi CUAS exercise

09 January 2024

Defence technology expert, MARSS, has played a prominent role in a counter-unmanned aerial system (CUAS) exercise carried out by the US and Saudi…

Events

UMEX and SimTEX Conference set to outline futuristic tech innovation

08 January 2024

UMEX and SimTEX Conference will outline futuristic tech innovation and business opportunities in the unmanned systems sector.

Technology

Qatar Airways introduces Smart Onboard functionality for cabin crew

20 December 2023

Qatar Airways has introduced an in-house application that enables Cabin Crew to deliver personalised experiences to passengers.

Technology

IATA rolls out new timatic product to support contactless travel

15 December 2023

IATA has rolled out the next generation travel documentation and verification system which supports contactless travel and enhances the passenger…

Technology

Riyadh Air appoints Swiss Aviation Software on sustainability plans

14 December 2023

Riyadh Air has signed a strategic agreement with Swiss Aviation Software to leverage their Aviation Maintenance and Engineering software solution…

Technology

Emirates data reveals ‘most watched and listened to’ content in the sky

14 December 2023

Emirates Airlines has revealed how passengers spent their time inflight, after researching data to see exactly Emirates customers watched and listened…

Technology

Etihad Airways implements AI solutions to enhance safety management systems

14 December 2023

Etihad Airways has become one of the first airlines to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance safety management systems.

Technology

Satcom Direct confirms SD Plane Simple Ka-band terminal is DO-160 certified

13 December 2023

Satcom Direct, which has offices in the UAE, has received DO-160 approval for its SD Plane Simple Ka-band tail mount antenna.

Technology

SITA explores shifting trends that have emerged in the last year

13 December 2023

Technology company SITA has researched the shifting trends that have emerged in the last year and the updated innovation outlook for the next…

Technology

Air India moves its infrastructure to cloud

11 December 2023

Air India has successfully migrated to a cloud-only IT infrastructure, having closed its historic data centres located in Mumbai and New Delhi.

Events

Etihad Airways wins ‘Design Airline of the Year 2023

08 December 2023

Etihad Airways has won ‘Design Airline of the Year 2023’, the top honour in the annual DesignAir Awards.

Events

Emirates wins five gongs at World Travel Awards 2023

05 December 2023

Emirates has swept up five accolades at the 2023 World Travel Awards Grand Final.

Technology

Pegasus Airlines establishes Silicon Valley-based technology innovation lab

01 December 2023

Pegasus Airlines has started work on its Silicon Valley-based technology innovation lab.

Technology

Eve and Flexjet collaborate on UAMs

30 November 2023

Eve Air Mobility (Eve), which has customers in the Middle East, is progressing with its Urban Air Mobility (UAM) through a partnership with private…

Airports

IndiGo implements Special VFR Operations to/from Deoghar Airport

28 November 2023

IndiGo has been granted approval for Special Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations to/from Deoghar Airport (VEDO) by the Directorate General of Civil…

General aviation

Airbus flies fully automated helicopter with tablet

28 November 2023

Airbus has successfully tested a simplified human machine interface (HMI) along with advanced autonomous features through a project code-named…

Technology

IndiGo unveils new ticket booking platform

27 November 2023

IndiGo has launched an AI chatbot, 6Eskai, powered by the groundbreaking GPT-4 technology.

Technology

Saudia Private announces comprehensive digital transformation strategy

24 November 2023

Saudia Private, a general aviation services, has announced a comprehensive digital transformation strategy.

Technology

Qatar Airways to boost connectivity and security with SITA technology

23 November 2023

Qatar Airways has partnered with SITA to transform the airline's global network infrastructure with state-of-the-art secure access service edge…

Events

Dubai Airshow: Bayanat, Yahsat, and ICEYE expand SAR Satellite fleet

15 November 2023

Bayanat and Yahsat look to expand their Earth Observation (EO) space programme from five to seven synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites.

Events

Dubai Airshow 2023: Ethiopian equips A350s with Thales’ AVANT Up system

15 November 2023

Ethiopian Airlines Group has selected AVANT Up inflight entertainment solution for its upcoming aircraft Airbus A350-1000.

Events

Dubai Airshow 2023: Emirates signs 'big' deals with Safran

15 November 2023

Emirates has signed a series of contracts with Safran, worth over US$1.2 billion combined.

Events

Dubai Airshow: Thales signs contract with Sanad

14 November 2023

With ongoing passenger growth anticipated across the industry, Thales is ramping up efforts to ensure safe, secure, sustainable operations for air…

Events

Bahrain International Airshow to inspire knowledge and business connections

09 November 2023

Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) 2024 is set to accelerate business connections, collaboration and knowledge sharing in the Gulf.

Events

RTX to showcase its range of transformative technologies

08 November 2023

Aerospace and defence company RTX will showcase its range of commercial and defence-related capabilities at the Dubai Airshow next week.

Events

Dubai Airshow prepares for biggest event on record

02 November 2023

This year’s Dubai Airshow is set to be the biggest on record, with 1,400+ exhibitors from 95 countries and visitor numbers expected to grow from last…

Technology

Dubai-based charter operator opts for digital documentation

01 November 2023

Celestial Airways, a private charter business based in Dubai, has joined the global community of Web Manuals, a leader in digital documentation for…

Technology

AACO and SITA announce pilot projects around digital and sustainability

31 October 2023

The Arab Air Carriers' Organization (AACO) and SITA have launched pilot projects that will tackle sustainability management and digital identity.

Technology

Air India and Sabre sign enhanced distribution deal

31 October 2023

Air India and Sabre have signed an enhanced distribution deal that builds upon their partnership announced in April 2023.

Technology

IATA and partners test first fully integrated digital identity travel

26 October 2023

IATA has successfully tested the first fully integrated digital identity travel experience from shopping for flights to arrival.

Air transport

IATA: Speed and convenience is the priority for passengers

25 October 2023

IATA has revealed the results of its 2023 Global Passenger Survey (GPS) showing that travellers continue to prioritise speed and convenience as a top…

Air transport

ICAO releases latest airspace guidance in times of conflict

24 October 2023

ICAO has released updated guidance to help aviation regulators and operators manage their airspace in times of conflict.

Airports

Sharjah Airport promotes self-service facilities at the airport

19 October 2023

Sharjah Airport Authority organised a “Customer Service Week” initiative during the first week of October to highlight its self-service facilities at…

Technology

Saudia keeps the kids happy with special in-flight experience

19 October 2023

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) is keeping families happy on board with a special in-flight experience for children.

Maintenance

Rolls-Royce completes 100% SAF tests on Pearl engines

19 October 2023

Rolls-Royce has completed a series of tests using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on its Pearl 15 and Pearl 10X business aviation engines.

Technology

Saudia collaborates with Intigral to stream TV content on its IFE

18 October 2023

Saudia has signed a partnership with Intigral, a digital entertainment provider in the MENA region, to stream their TV content on board its aircraft…

Events

Etihad Airways wins at World Travel Awards Middle East

18 October 2023

Etihad Airways won a handful of awards at the World Travel Awards Middle East which took place in Dubai on Sunday night.

Air transport

Archer to launch air taxi operations in the UAE by 2026

18 October 2023

Archer & Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) plan to launch Archer’s All-Electric Air Taxi Service across the UAE.

Technology

Emirates deploys 20,000 Apple products to Cabin Crew

12 October 2023

Emirates has launched 20,000 Apple products to Cabin Crew to transform inflight services.

Technology

Thales to modernise Zambia’s air traffic control with latest technology

10 October 2023

Thales is to modernise Zambia’s air traffic control with the latest TopSky ATC solution.

Technology

Qatar Airways Cargo relaunches its Mail solution

09 October 2023

In recognition of World Post Day today, Qatar Airways Cargo is announcing the relaunch of its Mail product.

Technology

What happens when a satellite fails?

09 October 2023

An Inmarsat service outage in April underlined the implications and repercussions for its aviation services when one of its satellites experienced a…

Technology

Vistara adopts SITA'S eWAS and OptiClimb solutions

06 October 2023

Indian carrier Vistara has become the first Indian airline to deploy both SITA eWAS and SITA OptiClimb solutions. 

Technology

Air India introduces integrated self-baggage drop and self-kiosk check-in

27 September 2023

Air India has introduced an integrated self-baggage drop and self-kiosk check-in service at Terminal 3 Delhi airport.

Events

Military Committee organising Dubai Airshow 2023 continue preparations

25 September 2023

The Military Committee Organising Dubai Airshow 2023 said it continues its preparations for what it expects to be the ‘biggest’ Airshow to date.

General aviation

Fahari Aviation expands its agricultural services by increasing drone

20 September 2023

Fahari Aviation, the Aviation technology subsidiary of Kenya Airways, has expanded its agricultural services with the addition of 14 drones.

Technology

Satcom Direct Plane Simple Ku-band terminal certified for Gulfstream G650

19 September 2023

Satcom Direct Plane Simple Ku-band terminal has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for Gulfstream G650.

Air transport

Etihad Airways signs Bollywood superstar Katrina Kaif as its brand

13 September 2023

Etihad Airways has entered a partnership with Bollywood superstar Katrina Kaif as the new brand ambassador.

Technology

Honeywell launches device that limits effects of cellular interference on

07 September 2023

Honeywell has launched a product that can limit the effects of cellular interference on certain satellite communications systems for aircraft…

Airports

Smiths Detection to provide HI-SCAN baggage screening system in India

01 September 2023

Smiths Detection HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX baggage screening system will be used across Indian airports.

Space

Emirates launches interview with astronaut live from space

30 August 2023

Emirates is launching an interview with UAE astronaut Dr Sultan AlNeyadi live from space, which will be streamed on its Emirates ice channel.

Events

Dubai Airshow 2023 to showcase latest innovations for a sustainable future

24 August 2023

Aviation companies at this year's Dubai Airshow will showcase the latest solutions towards a sustainable future.

Manufacturing

How Edge Group's EPI has it all covered

24 August 2023

As the aerospace manufacturing sector grows in the Middle East, so does the expertise from the region’s companies. The UAE manufacturer Edge is a case…

Technology

Emirates celebrates 100 years of Warner Bros. Studios with special IFE

22 August 2023

Emirates is launching a special collection of 100 films to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Warner Bros. Studios.

Technology

Amadeus to bolster Travel International's customer service in the UAE

10 August 2023

Amadeus has signed a wide-ranging, agreement with Travel International – Terminals Group, based in Abu Dhabi.

Technology

SITA and Envision Digital partner on airport solutions to cut fuel costs

01 August 2023

SITA and Envision Digital have signed a new partnership to help airports reduce operational costs and support their net zero ambitions.

Technology

Qatar Airways Cargo optimises Real-Time Personalised Pricing

26 July 2023

Qatar Airways Cargo has implemented real-time pricing powered by PROS Smart Price Optimization and Management.

Technology

Iberia joins BA and Qatar Airways to enhance global connectivity

26 July 2023

Qatar Airways, British Airways and Iberia are joining forces to enhance connectivity for global travellers.

Technology

Honeywell launches new KX 200 navigation and communications system

24 July 2023

Honeywell is launching a new KX 200 navigation and communications system designed to meet the needs of pilots operating next-generation cockpits.

Technology

Emirates introduces onboard Meal Pre-ordering Service

19 July 2023

Emirates is taking the first steps in an innovative initiative of meal pre-ordering.

Technology

Flutterwave joins with IATA to simplify payments for airlines serving

18 July 2023

Flutterwave, Africa's leading payments technology company, has joined the IATA’s payment orchestration platform to facilitate travel to sub-Saharan…

Airports

First carbon capture tool for airport terminals developed

17 July 2023

IATA and Atkins have created a suite of digital tools for airports to estimate the embodied carbon associated with the construction of terminal…

General aviation

Diamond adds Qatar to its list of MPP operators

13 July 2023

Diamond Aircraft has delivered its first DA62 MPP to Qatar’s Centre for Geographic Information Systems (CGIS) 

General aviation

Textron rains in Saudi with cloud seeding order

11 July 2023

Textron Aviation has been awarded a contract by AvMet International for a Beechcraft King Air 360CHW (cargo door, heavy weight) and four Beechcraft…

Technology

Emirates showcases innovation at its HQ

11 July 2023

Aviation innovation is said to be hardcoded into the Emirates Group’s DNA and this was brought to life at the new Innovation Majlis unveiled…

Airports

Noida International Airport selects SITA’s Airport Management System

10 July 2023

Noida International Airport in India has selected SITA’s Airport Management System to help automate and streamline the operations of the airport.

Technology

British Airways invest in India with new call centre

06 July 2023

British Airways has officially opened ‘CallBA’, its new call centre located in Gurugram, near Delhi.

Technology

Airbus Helicopters selects Thales integrated electronic standby instrument

29 June 2023

Airbus Helicopters has selected Thales to provide third-generation IESI for its new civil and military helicopters: the H135, H145, H160 dual and…

Airports

TAV Airports helps enhance accessibility at airports for visually impaired

28 June 2023

Turkey’s TAV Airports has collaborated with WeWALK to enhance the accessibility of airports for visually impaired passengers.

Technology

SITA research reveals increased automation is needed

28 June 2023

2023 SITA Passenger IT Insights has revealed that 32% of passengers cited anxiety around flight cancellations when booking their next flight.

Technology

Saudia partners with Accenture for cutting-edge digital services

27 June 2023

Saudia has partnered up with Accenture to create and deliver a digital transformation that  aims to ensure a seamless and highly personalised…

Air transport

Saudi Arabia completes first air taxi test flight

26 June 2023

Saudi Arabia has completed its first air taxi test flight.

Events

Abu Dhabi welcomes Tom Cruise into airport’s new Midfield Terminal

26 June 2023

Abu Dhabi has welcomed Tom Cruise on the first flight into Abu Dhabi International Airport’s new Midfield Terminal.

People

SITA re-elects Dr Omar Jefri as Chair of the SITA Board of Directors

23 June 2023

SITA has announced the re-election of Dr Omar Jefri, of Saudi Arabian Airlines, as Chair of the SITA Board of Directors.

Technology

Etihad Airways partners with Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One

13 June 2023

Etihad Airways is teaming up with Paramount Pictures to celebrate the release of the film Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One.

Technology

dnata introduces ground-breaking cooking robot

09 June 2023

dnata has introduced a ‘ground-breaking’ cooking robot at World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE).

Manufacturing

Superjet International to assemble regional jet in Abu Dhabi

09 June 2023

Italian-based regional jet manufacturer Superjet International is to open a final assembly plant at a newbuild facility at Al Ain in Abu Dhabi.

Technology

Ethiopian to use Inmarsat’s GX Aviation High-Speed Inflight Broadband

09 June 2023

Ethiopian Airlines will offer advanced, high-speed inflight broadband to passengers onboard its upcoming Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.

Technology

IATA AGM: ANA and WestJet join Turbulence Aware Platform

06 June 2023

ANA and WestJet have joined its Turbulence Aware Platform on the sidelines of the 79th IATA Annual General Meeting. 

Technology

Panasonic and Saudia sign agreement to install Astrova seat-end IFE

06 June 2023

Panasonic Avionics and Saudia have signed an agreement for the installation of the Astrova seat-end solution on up to 30 of its aircraft.

Technology

ECS Group opens a new Squair Service Centre in India

05 June 2023

With the opening of its first Asia-based Squair Service Center, ECS Group is increasing its capabilities related to the AWB Verification service…

Technology

Airlink partners with Lufthansa Systems

05 June 2023

Lufthansa Systems has entered a new partnership with Airlink and its entry into a new market: Southern Africa.

Air transport

Digitalise borders to unlock Africa’s full potential

30 May 2023

Africa’s immense potential to become a global powerhouse is undeniable. It has all of the ingredients including a market of 1.2 billion consumers…

Technology

IndiGo appoints Juspay as official payment partner

30 May 2023

Indian carrier IndiGo has appointed Juspay as its official payment partner.

Technology

Qatar Airways and Google Cloud to collaborate on data and AI

30 May 2023

Google Cloud and Qatar Airways will explore leveraging Google Cloud’s data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions.

Technology

Young STEM Ambassadors celebrate successful graduation in UAE

24 May 2023

Amideast/UAE, Boeing and the U.S. Mission to the UAE have marked the graduation of 48 students who have completed the STEM Ambassadors programme in…

Technology

Honeywell develops Honeywell’s Cabin Sentinel

23 May 2023

Honeywell has developed Honeywell’s Cabin Sentinel, that can be included in Dassault Aviation’s FalconConnect line for new and existing Dassault…

Air transport

Etihad Cargo launches AI-Powered solutions

16 May 2023

Etihad Cargo has launched an AI-powered solution to transform airfreight operations and boost cargo capacity on flights.

Technology

SITA: Air Transport industry turns to digitalisation

16 May 2023

SITA’s 2023 Baggage IT Insights report shows that airlines and airports are facing a surge in baggage mishandling rates amidst the growing number of…

Technology

Emirates goes digital, phases out paper boarding passes for flights

12 May 2023

Passengers departing Dubai can now use a mobile boarding pass instead of a printed paper version, from 15 May onwards.

Technology

Tekever AR3 monitoring critical assets for aerial robotix in Nigeria

11 May 2023

Tekever has been chosen by Nigerian UAS operator Aerial Robotix for environmental monitoring of oil and gas infrastructure in Nigeria.

Technology

Serco and Pangiam partner to improve airport experience

05 May 2023

Serco Middle East has signed a partnership agreement with Pangiam UK to help bring technology-enabled guest experiences to airports in KSA and the…

Technology

L3Harris Commercial Aviation: Innovative Solutions for Airlines

03 May 2023

L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions is a rarity in the industry. It fuses a multitude of integrated offerings that touch nearly every aspect of…

Technology

Sabre and Air India sign new multi-year deal

01 May 2023

Sabre, a software and technology provider, and Air India have entered a new multi-year deal.

Events

IATA’s Ground Handling Conference to focus on embracing technology

27 April 2023

The 35th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) will focus on fostering technology to improve safety, operational efficiency, and sustainability.

Technology

Dnata adopts IATA’s DG AutoCheck

26 April 2023

Dnata has become the first company to adopt ‘Connect API’, the newest feature of IATA’s DG AutoCheck.

Technology

Flyadeal signs for NAVBLUE’s fully integrated OCC and EFB suite

25 April 2023

Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier Flyadeal has chosen NAVBLUE Operations Control Centre (OCC) suite and Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) applications for its…

Events

Technology to be focus at 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market

24 April 2023

Representatives from more than 80 of the world’s leading travel technology companies are preparing to exhibit at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023.

Technology

Air India modernises its digital landscape

24 April 2023

Air India has announced ‘major progress’ in its efforts to modernise its digital systems landscape.

Maintenance

GE Aerospace and AJW Group sign Systems Services Agreement

19 April 2023

GE Aerospace has signed an agreement with AJW Group to support avionics and electrical power systems across B777, B737 and A320/30/40 aircraft.

Business aviation

Falcon Aero unveils tech platforms to ease business jet booking

17 April 2023

Falcon Aerospace, unveils innovations designed to ease business jet booking and make access to the service more inclusive.

Air transport

Air India to save 15000 tonnes of jet fuel in three years with TaxiBot

14 April 2023

Air India has signed an agreement with KSU Aviation to launch TaxiBot operations at Delhi and Bengaluru airports for its Airbus A320 Family of…

Technology

Etihad launches new Wi-Fly with free chat packages and unlimited data

14 April 2023

Etihad Airways has launched new Wi-Fly ‘Chat’ and ‘Surf’ packages.

Defence

Edge expands defence reach into Latin America

13 April 2023

The UAE’s defence conglomerate, Edge Group is to open a new regional office in Brazil’s federal capital, Brasilia.

Technology

Air India accelerates its digital transformation using RISE With SAP

12 April 2023

Air India has announced the successful migration of its core Enterprise Resource Planning system using RISE With SAP, a tailor-made ERP software.

Defence

Bird Aerosystems cuts risk for Nigeria’s maritime protection

04 April 2023

BIRD Aerosystems has completed a successful live demonstration of the ASIO aircraft capabilities.

Events

World Cargo Symposium to focus on sustainability and digitalisation

31 March 2023

IATA has announced that the World Cargo Symposium (WCS) will focus on sustainability, safety and digitalisation.

General aviation

TATV Spotlight: Bose unveils latest aviation headset with added features

28 March 2023

Senior product manager from Bose, Matt Ruwe, talks to TATV about a new headset which is a successor to the popular A20.

Technology

Qatar’s World coup...

27 March 2023

Passengers on Qatar Airways flights were able to keep up-to-date with the action from the World Cup 2022 thanks to Panasonic Avionics and Inmarsat.

Technology

VPorts signs strategic agreements to boost AAM Centre in Dubai

27 March 2023

VPorts and has signed agreements to bolster operations of Advanced Air Mobility Centre in Dubai.

Technology

TATV Spotlight: ARC’s mid and last mile cargo flights set to soar

24 March 2023

Cargo carrying VTOL platforms will lead the way with certification and implementation into the mainstream.

Technology

Panasonic Avionics launches new software capabilities in India

20 March 2023

Panasonic Avionics has introduced a rapidly growing set of capabilities based in Pune, India.

Flight services and support

air Baltic adds Istanbul to its network and extends APG to Turkey

17 March 2023

airBaltic, the flag carrier of Latvia, has appointed APG as its online GSA in Turkey as it commences services to Istanbul on April 1.

Air transport

dnata invests in training and equipment for People of Determination

17 March 2023

dnata is investing in innovative initiatives, equipment, and training to enhance the travel experience of People of Determination.  

Airports

Indra to equip M’Banza Congo airport with ground and air systems

15 March 2023

Indra has won a contract worth $13 million to equip the new M’Banza Congo airport in Angola with the ground and air systems required to operate it.

Technology

Etihad Airways completes system transition to Amadeus

13 March 2023

Etihad Airways has successfully switched to the Amadeus Altéa Passenger Service System (PSS).

Technology

Emirates Group to launch Emirates Centre of Excellence for Aviation

13 March 2023

The Emirates Group and Dubai Future Foundation will launch the Emirates Centre of Excellence for Aviation Robotics (ECEAR).  

Airports

dans and DFS Aviation Services signs ATC contract at Dubai

10 March 2023

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) and Germany’s DFS Aviation Services (DAS) have signed contract for the supply of Air Traffic Control systems in…

Defence

EDGE and UAVOS establish joint Research and Development Centre

09 March 2023

EDGE Group entity, Gradeone, will jointly initiate a centre with US-based company UAVOS to develop technology for unmanned land and air platforms.

Technology

Etihad Cargo grows online booking portal capabilities

07 March 2023

Etihad Cargo has said it has enhanced its online booking portal as part of the carrier's digitalisation strategy to improve the customer experience.

Airports

RAC successfully conducts facial recognition technology trial at KKIA

01 March 2023

Riyadh Airports Company (RAC), which operates and manages King Khalid International Airport (KKIA), has successfully trialled Smart Path, a facial…

Airports

MRO:New solution unleashes 50% surplus power by interlinking gate equipment

01 March 2023

ITW GSE has launched a set of technologies that enables individual ground support units such as GPUs, PCAs, charging stations and even aircraft…

Technology

Tupan and ForestAu Green to start its operations in the UAE

28 February 2023

Tupan, an innovative air vehicle technology, has announced a partnership agreement with ForestAu Green to start its operations in the UAE.

Technology

Smiths Detection launches compact CT checkpoint X-ray

28 February 2023

Smiths Detection has launched the I-SCAN 6040 CTiX Model S.

Technology

Etihad Airways to suspend online check-in from March 4-12

28 February 2023

Etihad Airways has announced that passengers from all global airports, except Abu Dhabi, will not be able to use the airline’s online check-in…

Technology

Kenya Airways completes a year of association with Cargo Flash

28 February 2023

Kenya Airways Cargo is celebrating the first anniversary of its successful implementation of Cargo Flash Infotech's 'nGen' (ICMS).

Manufacturing

New MRO license agreement signed for A320neo / LEAP-1A nacelles

22 February 2023

Safran Nacelles and AFI KLM E&M have signed a license agreement for the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) of the Airbus A320neo’s LEAP-1A…

Events

IDEX: Heven helping to deliver drone solutions

22 February 2023

Bentzion Levinson, founder and CEO of Heven Drones, is passionate about uncrewed air vehicles and the company’s mission to help solve ‘everyday…

Manufacturing

Air India selects 40 GEnx-1B engines for its Boeing 787s

15 February 2023

Air India has signed an order for 40 GEnx-1B and 20 GE9X engines, plus a multi-year TrueChoice engine services agreement.

Manufacturing

Rolls-Royce receives its biggest order of Trent XWB-97 for Air India

15 February 2023

Rolls-Royce has received an order from Air India for 68 Trent XWB-97 engines, plus options for 20 more.  

Technology

EDT and Steadicopter to supply Rotary Unmanned Aerial Systems in the UAE

08 February 2023

Emirates Defense Technology is teaming up with Steadicopter to supply Rotary Unmanned Aerial Systems in the UAE and other specific market segments.

Space

dans and MBRSC explore satellite technology enablers

07 February 2023

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) and Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) have signed an MoU for exploring satellite technology enablers.

Technology

Thermoplastic Aerostructures successfully completed in STUNNING project

07 February 2023

Clean Sky 2 Thermoplastic Fuselage Demonstrator (MFFD) lower half has been delivered, and at 8m by 4m is one of the largest known thermoplastic…

Technology

Four Indian airports to install Digi Yatra

03 February 2023

Four more Indian airports are to benefit from Paperless check-in and boarding service, Digi Yatra.  

Technology

SITA report reveals airports and airlines are ramping up their technology

01 February 2023

SITA’s Air Transport IT Insights report reveals accelerated digitalisation will help airlines and airports meet rising passenger demand.

Technology

SITA partners with Zamna to digitise travel processes

27 January 2023

New SITA technology will strengthen airline, airport, and border solutions in partnership with travel identity company Zamna Technologies.

Technology

Spinning the web all around the globe

25 January 2023

OneWeb’s in-flight connectivity solution – claimed to be a “watershed moment” by the company – is on track for service introduction in mid-2024.

Defence

EDGE invests in High Lander

24 January 2023

The UAE’s EDGE, a provider of advanced technology and defence groups, has made a strategic investment with unmanned traffic management provider High…

Airports

New air traffic management system successfully implemented in Bahrain

18 January 2023

UTC, the new state of the art Indra system, went live at Bahrain Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications’ Civil Aviation Affairs (CAA)…

Technology

Aerospace Xelerated announces start-ups joining its fourth cohort

17 January 2023

Aerospace Xelerated has announced the 11 start-ups working on digital services and solutions to solve key challenges for the aerospace sector.

Technology

Emirates invests in high-speed broadband onboard 50 new A350 aircraft

12 January 2023

Emirates has invested with new high-speed, inflight broadband powered by Inmarsat’s GX Aviation, onboard 50 new Airbus A350 aircraft - scheduled to…

Technology

New GSSA for TAAG Angola Airlines in the UK and Ireland

10 January 2023

Network Airline Services has been appointed as the GSSA for TAAG Angola Airlines in the UK and Ireland, it became effective on 1st of January 2023.

Technology

Gulf Air renews contract with flydocs

10 January 2023

Gulf Air has extended an agreement with flydocs, an asset management solution provider for the aviation industry, to provide digital records…

Airports

ASECNA and Indra to enhance safety at 17 African airports

09 January 2023

Indra, a global technological engineering company for the aerospace, defence and mobility sectors, has been awarded a major contract for the supply…

Sustainability

Rolls-Royce: Sustainably powering Africa’s regional connectivity

28 December 2022

Africa urgently needs a more extensive and robust aviation network, given the region's relative lack of alternative long-distance transportation…

Technology

Oman Air partners with Omantel to distribute co-branded Tourist SIM Cards

27 December 2022

Oman Air has signed an agreement with Omantel, a telecom operator, to provide passengers flying to Oman with Tourist SIM Cards on board their flight.…

Airports

NEXT50 starts first phase of biometric initiative at Abu Dhabi

19 December 2022

NEXT50, an Abu Dhabi based technology company, is well underway to delivering the first phase of the biometric initiative at Abu Dhabi international…

Airports

India public safety users to receive Airbus’ Tactilon Agnet solution

15 December 2022

Airbus is to supply additional Tactilon Agnet licenses to BSNL network operator in India.

Technology

SITA’s Meet the Megatrends report explores 12 trends that will shape travel

15 December 2022

Several powerful megatrends from young, highly connected travellers to the arrival of electric air taxis, will exert an immense influence on air…

Technology

SAA chooses Laminaar Aviation Infotech’s ARMS software

13 December 2022

South African Airways has chosen Laminaar Aviation Infotech’s ARMS software following a competitive global tender process.

Technology

RoyalJet signs deal with Honeywell to provide advanced connectivity

13 December 2022

RoyalJet Abu Dhabi and Honeywell have signed a letter of intent to extend current Ka-band connectivity services to include RoyalJet’s latest Boeing…

Maintenance

Alpha Star Aviation Services selects Honeywell’s maintenance service plan

12 December 2022

Alpha Star Aviation Services, a private aviation operator based in Riyadh, has selected Honeywell to provide a maintenance service plan for auxiliary…

Technology

Eight African nations upgrade aviation message handling with Frequentis

03 December 2022

Advanced aviation message handling system (AMHS) from Frequentis has been put into operation in ASECNA member countries.

General aviation

Airbus unveils its DisruptiveLab to test new decarbonisation technologies

01 December 2022

Airbus has unveiled its DisruptiveLab, a new flying laboratory designed to test technologies destined to improve aircraft performance and to reduce…

Airports

Eight Emiratis join the Dubai Air Navigation Services Corporation

29 November 2022

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) has announced that eight new UAE citizens have joined the organisation, after they successfully completed its…

Technology

Etihad Airways to stream all FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 matches live

25 November 2022

Football fans flying with Etihad Airways during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 can watch every match live onboard while in the air on Etihad’s E-BOX…

Technology

FIFA World Cup to be broadcast live on Qatar Airways via Sport 24

18 November 2022

Qatar Airways has selected Sport 24, produced by IMG and exclusively available in-flight from Panasonic Avionics, in partnership with Inmarsat.

Airports

Emirates and GDRFA sign landmark biometric data agreement

15 November 2022

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai (GDRFA) and Emirates airline are now offering international travellers the…

Events

Bahrain International Airshow closed with a resounding success

15 November 2022

Thousands of aerospace and defence professionals from over 30 countries around the world connected at the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) 2022.

Technology

Maureva acquires XLM Aero

14 November 2022

Maureva, a Mauritius-based company specialising in global Airline Software & Service Solutions, has acquired XLM Aero.

Technology

Saudia opts for Lufthansa Systems' SchedConnect solution

14 November 2022

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) and Lufthansa Systems have extended their partnership codeshare management and schedule distribution solution…

Defence

BIAS: Leonardo sees Bahrain surveillance success

09 November 2022

Among the top ten defence and security companies worldwide, the Italy-headquartered global company Leonardo is very much in action at this year’s…

Technology

Safe Travel & Services sign technology agreement with Amadeus

08 November 2022

Amadeus, a global technology provider for travel industry, has signed technology partnership agreement with Safe Travel & Services, travel…

Technology

Dubai Air Navigation Services and Sharjah DCA sign MoU to exchange data

08 November 2022

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) and Sharjah’s Department of Civil Aviation have signed a MoU for cooperation and exchange of information and data…

Technology

Oman Air signs renews Passenger Service System and distribution agreement

07 November 2022

Sabre Corporation and Oman Air have renewed its long-term agreement to help the airline reach its strategic goals.

Technology

SA Air Works awarded India’s first DOA

03 November 2022

SA Air Works has achieved a landmark in Indian civil aviation and aerospace by becoming the country’s first avionics organisation to receive the…

Technology

Saudia and Jeddah University sign MoU on research and innovation

31 October 2022

Saudia has signed an MoU with Jeddah University in order to foster research and innovation in the Kingdom.

Technology

Survey finds flying confidence is returning

27 October 2022

More than eight in 10 passengers (83%) feel confident flying again, a significant rise from just one in ten (10%) this time last year, according to…

Technology

Panasonic Avionics launches its newest digital solution

26 October 2022

Panasonic Avionics has launched its new all-in-one digital solutions platform, Modular Interactive (MI).

Technology

Panasonic Avionics launches new features on Arc platform

25 October 2022

Panasonic Avionics has launched a wide range of new features for its sought-after in-flight map platform, Arc.

Technology

Air Austral and Unilode renew ULD management partnership

25 October 2022

Air Austral and Unilode Aviation Solutions, which deals with outsourced unit load device (ULD) management, repair and digital services, have extended…

Technology

OneWeb and Panasonic to deliver Low Earth Orbit connectivity to airlines

18 October 2022

OneWeb and Panasonic Avionics will closely partner to enable Panasonic Avionics to market, sell, and support OneWeb’s high-speed, low-latency LEO…

Technology

Klatt Works and Ametek Ameron work on SAVED

18 October 2022

Klatt Works, manufacturer of ‘SAVED’ a fully integrated augmented reality display inside a commercial aircraft crew oxygen mask, and AMETEK Ameron…

Technology

Student disinfectant eliminates Covid virus in 30 seconds

17 October 2022

Necessity proved the mother of invention for a Saudi Arabia-based team whose pandemic-inspired detour brought a new disinfection product to market.

Events

BIAS 2022 announces conference forums

14 October 2022

The Bahrain International Airshow 2022 has announced four ‘ground-breaking’ forums each featuring a variety of keynote and panel sessions.  

Technology

Moment secures IFE commitment from Hans Airways

11 October 2022

Moment, a French company specialising in digital services for the air transport industry, has been selected by Hans Airways, the UK’s newest start up…

Aircraft interiors

Satair renews agreement with Vision Systems

11 October 2022

Satair has renewed its agreement with Vision Systems covering the worldwide distribution of Solar Protection Systems for the cockpit and cabin that…

Technology

Qatar Airways Cargo launches the digital lounge

10 October 2022

Qatar Airways Cargo has launched its next generation Digital Experience platform with a revamped cargo customer portal called ‘Digital Lounge.’

Technology

Keyvan Aviation and GE Aerospace sign Product Update Service agreement

07 October 2022

Keyvan Aviation and GE Aerospace have signed Product Update Service Agreement.

Technology

Thales plots the route to improved fuel efficiency

07 October 2022

Thales Avionics sees next-gen flight management systems (FMS) as an integral part of greener, more economical flights.

Technology

AFRAA and Milanamos launch dedicated Aviation Route Intelligence Portal

07 October 2022

The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) in partnership with the leading African marketing intelligence provider – Milanamos has launched a dedicated…

Technology

Emirates SkyCargo upgrades booking experience with WebCargo

27 September 2022

Emirates SkyCargo is adding a new channel for its customers around the world to directly access and book its flights for cargo shipments, in a…

Technology

SITA and Middle East Airlines renew airport baggage technology contract

27 September 2022

SITA and Middle East Airlines–Air Liban (MEA) have renewed a technology contract and moved the airport's baggage reconciliation system (BRS) at Rafic…

Technology

Jazeera Airways launches ‘Jazeera Global’ in partnership with Dohop

26 September 2022

Jazeera Airways has entered a new partnership with Icelandic technology provider, Dohop.

Technology

Qatar Airways Cargo focuses on Digital Transformation

12 September 2022

Qatar Airways Cargo has said Digital transformation is a key point of The Next Generation concept.

Air transport

Astral signs deal to boost autonomous aircraft safety in Africa

10 September 2022

Kenya-based cargo airline Astral Aviation, has announced a strategic collaboration with US-based autonomous aircraft systems developer Reliable…

Technology

Emirates A350 fleet to fly with Thales’ AVANT Up

08 September 2022

Emirates’ order of 50 Airbus A350-900 aircraft, with deliveries scheduled for 2024, will be equipped with Thales’ premier AVANT Up inflight…

Flight services and support

Qatar Airways selects Inmarsat as IFC provider on 787-9 and 737-10 fleet

07 September 2022

Inmarsat has been selected as the inflight connectivity (IFC) provider for Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787-9 and 737-10 fleet.

Technology

Ethiopian Airlines signs new distribution agreement with Travelport

01 September 2022

Ethiopian Airlines and Travelport have entered a new agreement which includes distribution on the Travelport+ platform, including New Distribution…

Route planning and tourism

Jamal Travel Agency implements Amadeus travel technology

31 August 2022

Jamal Travel Agency is working with Amadeus to launch its B2B and B2C ecommerce platform.

Technology

Retail travel technology specialist partners with Oman Air

30 August 2022

UAE-based TPConnects will provide Oman Air IATA Pay services in India using the New Distribution Capability (NDC) Platform.  

Technology

Intelsat enters India’s commercial airline market

26 August 2022

Intelsat, a provider of inflight connectivity, has commenced inflight connectivity services in India through an agreement with Indian satellite…

Sustainability

Fahari Aviation scales up use of drone technology for agriculture

25 August 2022

Fahari Aviation, a subsidiary of Kenya Airways, has signed a service agreement with Kipkebe, a subsidiary of Sasini, to offer precision agricultural…

Technology

CHAMP technologies advances customer functionalities with Ethiopian

25 August 2022

Ethiopian Airlines, a CHAMP customer for 30 years, has extended its partnership agreement with the cargo IT solutions provider for an additional five…

Airports

Hyderabad International Airport to launch Digital processing platform

17 August 2022

Hyderabad International Airport is launching Digital processing of passengers as a proof of concept through the DigiYatra platform.  

Sustainability

Tawazun invests in hydrogen aircraft project

14 August 2022

The UAE’s Strategic Development Fund (SDF) – the investment arm of Tawazun Economic Council – has invested into the development of a hydrogen powered…

Technology

IATA launches platform to manage business security risks

10 August 2022

IATA has launched AVSEC Insight, an online platform that identifies potential security risks and threats to their operations.

Technology

L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions are reaching new heights

03 August 2022

L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions look to the future with its broad range of next-generation avionics, flight data analytics, full-flight…

Technology

SITA unveils EVISA and ETA to transform borders

28 July 2022

SITA has launched SITA eVisa and SITA Electronic Travel Authorisation to meet the growing demand from governments for digital visa systems to…

Airports

TAV Technologies carries out digital transformation of Samarkand Airport

22 July 2022

TAV Technologies has reached an agreement with Air Marakanda to expand the digital transformation project at Samarkand Airport in Uzbekistan.

Manufacturing

Farnborough: Airbus delivers first future wing demonstrator

20 July 2022

Airbus has successfully delivered its first full-size wing prototype or ‘demonstrator’ through its Wing of Tomorrow programme.

Training

How Horizon’s vision helps students see clearly at night

20 July 2022

Industries and military utilising rotary flight seek exemplary pilots who ensure reliable aviation performance and low incident rates.

Airports

Dubai Airports launches always-on customer contact centre

20 July 2022

People travelling through DXB have access to a new customer contact centre that provides access to DXB customer service professionals at any time.

Technology

Airbus and CFM collaborate on open fan engine architecture

19 July 2022

Airbus and CFM International are teaming up to flight test CFM’s open fan engine architecture.

Route planning and tourism

Vistara appoints TripAdmit to drive sales of tours and activities

15 July 2022

TripAdmit has been appointed by Vistara to drive sales of tours and activities.  

Technology

Gulf Air launches Flight Pass system

15 July 2022

Gulf Air has launched its Flight Pass system in partnership with Option Town.

Technology

ADSoftware develop eWork smart app for aircraft maintenance

15 July 2022

A novel aircraft maintenance project management app, eWork, has reduced maintenance completion and turnaround times by a quarter.

Technology

Raising the bar on airport gate economy

07 July 2022

Innovative air-conditioning (PCA) technology for aircraft at the gate has been introduced by ITW GSE, a leading global supplier of power, air, cable…

Technology

SITA signs sustainability-linked syndicate credit facility

07 July 2022

SITA has signed a $400m inaugural sustainability-linked revolving credit facility over a minimum three-year term.

Airports

Cutting edge tarmac lighting & guidance system revealed at AUH

01 July 2022

Abu Dhabi Airports reveal cutting edge tarmac lighting & guidance system at AUH.

Airports

Hamad International Airport launches digital twin initiative

01 July 2022

Hamad International Airport (HIA) has officially launched an innovative ‘Digital Twin’ initiative as part of its smart airport programme.

Technology

Research shows passengers embrace mobile and touchless technologies

30 June 2022

SITA’s 2022 Passenger IT Insights research highlights pent-up demand for both business and leisure travel emerging from the pandemic.

Events

Tata Advanced Systems wins award from Boeing

28 June 2022

Boeing has announced its top-performing suppliers at the company’s 2022 Supplier of the Year event.

Technology

Emirates partners with Shahid for IFE system ice

28 June 2022

Emirates partners with Shahid to offer premium content onboard its award-winning inflight entertainment system, ice.

Airports

Etihad Airways expands fast self-service bag drop facilities

24 June 2022

Etihad Airways is expanding its quick self-service bag drop facilities at Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Airports

Dans enhances simulator capability

21 June 2022

Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects has selected Micro Nav market-leading ATC tower simulator suite, BEST.

Technology

Kenya Airways launches new distribution solution

17 June 2022

Kenya Airways has launched a New Distribution Capabilities system to enhance the airline’s offering to travel agencies and travellers.

Technology

Qatar Airways signs deal with Panasonic for IFE solution on 777x

14 June 2022

Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with Panasonic Avionics Corporation for its (IFE) solution, Astrova.

Events

Emirates wins Best Wi-Fi and Best Food & Beverage at APEX awards

10 June 2022

Emirates has won the Best Wi-Fi and Best Food & Beverage in the Middle East, awards at the 2022 APEX Regional Passenger Choice Awards ceremony…

Technology

SITA to deploy airline technology to trace and repatriate lost items

09 June 2022

SITA has signed an exclusive agreement with UKi Media & Events at this year’s Passenger Terminal Expo.

Technology

Vision-Box unveils seamless kiosk

08 June 2022

Vision-Box has unveiled its latest solution built upon a new generation of biometric technology set to transform the travel experience: Seamless Kiosk…

Airports

Kathmandu airport implements new RNP AR procedures by NAVBLUE

07 June 2022

Kathmandu airport has implemented a new RNP AR procedures designed by NAVBLUE.  

Defence

Unmanned Systems and the 4IR

31 May 2022

Juma Al Kaabi, CEO, ADASI explains how technology is shaping future combat capabilities

Events

Aerospace Global Forum announces strategic partnership with CIONET

26 May 2022

The Aerospace Global Forum (AGF) has announced a strategic partnership with IT professional network CIONET.  

Business aviation

CTT brings breath of fresh air to ACJ TwoTwenty

25 May 2022

The ACJ Two Twenty will ease jet lag concerns thanks to a new partnership agreement with Swedish company CTT.

Airports

Missing baggage worsens as recovery steps up - SITA

25 May 2022

The global mishandled baggage rate has spiked by 24% to 4.35 bags per thousand passengers in 2021 as the industry recovers from the pandemic.

Events

Collaboration in the air at Global Aerospace Summit

25 May 2022

Positive signs of collaboration and cooperation in the aerospace and defence industry have been apparent at the Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi.…

Maintenance

Sanad and Triumph sign collaboration deal

24 May 2022

Mubadala’s MRO subsidiary Sanad signs an MoU with USA’s Triumph Group, at the Global Aerospace Summit.

Technology

OneWeb partners with Gogo Business Aviation

24 May 2022

OneWeb has agreed a long-term distribution partnership agreement with Gogo Business Aviation.

Business aviation

Bombardier’s sustainable supersonic test to introduce new Global superstar

23 May 2022

Bombardier unveils the newest member of its business jet portfolio at EBACE 2022.

Technology

Honeywell FMS for future Airbus aircraft

20 May 2022

Honeywell’s Flight Management System (FMS) has been selected by Airbus to meet the air traffic management needs of the future A320, A330 and A350…

Sustainability

Why the Time for Open Fan is Now

20 May 2022

With sustainability the hot topic for the aviation industry, Christopher Lorence, chief engineer & general manager at GE Aviation gives the story…

Events

Experts at GALF call for consolidating data for formulating policies

19 May 2022

Industry experts participating at the Airport Show in Dubai called for consolidating big data gathered from social media platforms using Artificial…

Technology

L3Harris delivers insight to importance of flight data

19 May 2022

L3Harris said it takes a holistic approach to capture the most data possible.  

Events

Airport Show: Frequentis to operate Central America and Caribbean

19 May 2022

ICAO and the MEVA III Member States have contracted Frequentis to continue the management of its satellite network services until 2025.

Airports

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority selects Frequentis

17 May 2022

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has selected Frequentis to upgrade its existing  VCS and modernise its ATC tower.

Airports

ITW GSE's smarter gate power system with IPM

17 May 2022

ITW GSE’s IPM allows airports to connect more equipment to an existing gate while removing complexity and eases maintenance.

Technology

COMSAT and Satcom Direct Communications form SD Government

16 May 2022

Satcom Direct, the business aviation solutions provider, has ramped up its support for military and government customers by unifying COMSAT and SD…

Technology

Oman Air partners with IBS Software

16 May 2022

Oman Air has partnered with IBS Software to fully digitalise its staff travel programme.

People

Skills gap focus at GAS 22

11 May 2022

This month's Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi will have a focus on the skills gap and how the aerospace industry must address it

Technology

Morocco coiled and ready to spring back

11 May 2022

Newly appointed Minister of Industry and Commerce, Ryad Mezzour, met representatives of the Group of Aeronautics and Space Industries of Morocco…

Events

ATM: New ideas, technology and inclusivity to drive Middle East tourism

11 May 2022

Global ministers of tourism joined together at the 2022 Middle East Tourism Investment Summit during the Arabian Travel Market.

Events

ATM: Saudia launch new B2B travel management solution

10 May 2022

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) has launched a new rebranded business division for the airline; Saudia Business, specialising in B2B travel solutions…

Events

ATM: Saudia launch brand new in-flight entertainment system

09 May 2022

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) today revealed its brand-new in-flight entertainment (IFE) system, Beyond, during Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022.

Events

ATM: Saudia makes strong impact on opening day

09 May 2022

Saudia is lighting up the Arabian Travel Market with its six interactive areas at its huge pavilion.

Route planning and tourism

Akasa Air appoints reservation systems provider Navitaire

05 May 2022

Akasa Air has chosen reservation systems provider Navitaire to run its operations and offer affordable travel options.

Business aviation

Four problems that private aviation needs to fix

05 May 2022

Private aviation needs a digital revolution if operators and brokers want to respond to rising demand, this is according to the CEO of a new live…

Training

Aviassist announces new series of focus sessions

04 May 2022

AviAssist, which supports aviation safety and promotion in African, has revealed a new seven-part series of its Focus Sessions.

Technology

Collins Aerospace: All weather operations

01 May 2022

Unpredictable weather conditions and complex regulations are creating new challenges.

Technology

Rostec reduces development time for high-speed aircraft

29 April 2022

Rosteс State Corporation has developed a method for measuring the parameters of radio-transparent materials used in the production of high-speed…

Defence

Turkey's Akinci demonstrates naval capabilities

28 April 2022

Turkey’s combat UAV, the Akinci, has completed live trials and successfully conducted its first live firing at a sea target in its preparation to join…

Technology

Pratt & Whitney joins SITA’s data-brokering platform

27 April 2022

Engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney and IT provider SITA have signed an agreement for full flight data retrieval and processing in support of…

Technology

Qatar Airways launches ‘QVerse’ - a novel virtual reality experience

25 April 2022

Qatar Airways has entered the metaverse by launching QVerse, a novel virtual reality (VR) experience for visitors to the airline’s website.

Airports

RESA Airport Data Systems wins the Nigerian airports market

20 April 2022

After the commissioning of Lagos and Abuja airports in December 2021, French company RESA will install the same systems in Port Harcourt, Kano and…

Technology

Jambojet chooses Laminaar’s ARMS

19 April 2022

Kenyan low-cost carrier Jambojet has selected Laminaar Aviation Infotech’s ARMS Flight Planning System for its flight operations.

Defence

Rafael's ‘Iron Beam’ successfully completes tests

15 April 2022

Rafael has successfully completed a series of ground-breaking tests with a high-power laser interception system, ‘Iron Beam’, against steep-track…

Technology

Emirates to launch NFTs

14 April 2022

Emirates will soon launch NFTs and experiences in the metaverse for its customers and employees. 

Technology

Emirates launches ‘Dubai Experience’ itinerary platform

13 April 2022

Emirates has launched Dubai Experience, a powerful and intuitive platform for customers.

Technology

Qatar Airways partners with TPConnects

04 April 2022

Qatar Airways has certified TPConnects Technologies as its technology partner.

Technology

GE achieves 400 million flight hours and 37 years of on-time-delivery

31 March 2022

GE Aviation recently achieved 400 million flight hours and 37 years of on time delivery of their navigation database to airlines globally.  

Airports

Bahrain Airport to use SITA’s new airport management system

31 March 2022

Bahrain Airport Services (BAS) has signed a contract with SITA to deploy SITA Airport Management, enabling BAS to manage its ground handler operations…

Technology

Qatar Airways Cargo and WiseTech Global launch eBookings connectivity

29 March 2022

Qatar Airways Cargo and WiseTech Global, a provider of software solutions to the logistics industry, have launched a direct eBooking solution between…

ATM and regulatory

Dubai takes TopSky to overhaul air traffic management

28 March 2022

Dubai International (DXB) is to overhaul its air traffic management (ATM) system with the introduction of Thales TopSky air traffic control…

Technology

Oman Air Holidays Launches Digital Platform

28 March 2022

Oman Air Holidays, the tour operating arm of Oman Air - has launched a digital platform giving locally owned and operated SMEs in travel and tourism…

Sustainability

IATA launches CO2 Calculation Methodology

25 March 2022

IATA has launched the IATA Recommended Practice Per-Passenger CO2 Calculation Methodology.

Technology

Gulf Aviation Academy partners with Aeon Software

15 March 2022

Bahrain’s Gulf Aviation Academy has signed a new partnership agreement with Mumbai-based Aeon Software.

Airports

Sanad teams with Thales for airports and security development

14 March 2022

Mubadala subsidiary Sanad is to collaborate with Thales to extend industrial services for airport security, air traffic and avionics systems.

Technology

ATLP launches Digital Airfreight Solutions to Bolster Air Cargo

10 March 2022

Maqta Gateway, AD Ports Group’s digital arm has introduced Digital Airfreight Solutions as part of the Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP).

Events

WDS: Taqnia ETS signs MoU with Star Vision

09 March 2022

Taqnia ETS and Taqnia have signed an MoU with Star.Vision Hangzhou to collaborate on the development of innovative space technologies, satellites,…

Defence

WDS: Thuraya launches innovative with Cobham SATCOM

08 March 2022

Thuraya Telecommunications Company has launched its new IP-based radio communications solution, Thuraya Push-to-Talk (PTT).  

Maintenance

TATV Spotlight: MRO and urban air mobility

05 March 2022

Oliver Wyman is one of the top consulting firms in the world and partner Robbie Bourke talks to Alan Peaford about two burning issues.

Technology

Etihad Airways adopts Boeing digital solution for 787 fleet

04 March 2022

Boeing has been selected to provide Etihad Airways with the Jeppesen FliteDeck Advisor digital solution for the carrier’s 787 Dreamliner fleet.

Airports

Emirates opens dedicated check-in facility in Ajman

02 March 2022

Emirates is streamlining check-in formalities for its customers in Ajman and the Northern Emirates with the introduction of a new check-in…

Technology

Technoheaven announces strategic partnership with Emirates

01 March 2022

Technoheaven has entered a strategic partnership with Emirates airline.  

Defence

TATV Spotlight: Collins Aerospace - C130 modernisation

28 February 2022

One major talking point at the World Defense Show (Riyadh March 6-9) will be the modernisation programme for the Royal Saudi Air Force’s fleet of…

Technology

Travelport and Qatar Airways sign comprehensive agreement

24 February 2022

Travelport and Qatar Airways have signed a comprehensive agreement encompassing content, NDC distribution and merchandising.  

People

SITA appoints David Lavorel new CEO

24 February 2022

SITA has appointed David Lavorel as its new CEO.  

Technology

Keyvan Aviation Group receives Type 1 DAT provider certificate

24 February 2022

Turkey’s Keyvan Aviation Group has received a Type 1 DAT Provider Certificate from European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

Airports

Travel to Tomorrow with emerging technologies in the Middle East

17 February 2022

The Middle East is becoming the forefront of emerging technologies, reports Suraj Tiwari, head- information security, VFS Global.