• Corporate Conscious Choices by Etihad recognises and rewards corporates and their employees with a series of cohesive sustainability initiatives, providing corporate partners a competitive edge through sustainability • The programme allows organisations to offset corporate travel, invest in Sustainable Aviation Fuels and promote sustainable activities    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates:  Etihad Airways has launched its dedicated sustainability-focused corporate rewards programme, designed to facilitate and deliver corporate partner sustainability goals through carbon offsetting, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) investments and green surcharge fares. Corporate Conscious Choices is designed specifically for organisations committed to reducing emissions and operating sustainably, with rewards and ......read more

Dubai, UAE – 14 January 2022: Airbus SLC has revealed its participation at this year's edition of Intersec, the world-leading emergency services, security, and safety event, which is set to open on January 16 to January 18, 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Center. The Airbus SLC stand will be located at Stall No. D18 in Sheikh Saeed Hall 3. During their presence at the exciting three-day event, Airbus SLC will be throwing the spotlight on its latest additions to its extensive communications portfolio which will include the portable Everus Tactical Cell, the Ergo Plugin for Tactilon Dabat, the Tactilon Agnet Unified Client and the Tactilon Dabat with Super Connectivity (SC). The portable Everus Tactical Cell, is the right solution for both military and security markets. Designed specifically to enable rapid deployment of a ......read more

- Q3 Revenue at $6.524 billion | Growth of 14.4% YoY; +15.4% in CC  - All Industry Verticals Grow Mid- to High Teens - North America Continues to Lead, +18% YoY CC - Client Metrics Shine: 10 new clients in $100 Mn+ bucket (Total: 58); 21 new clients in $50 Mn+ bucket (Total: 118) - Women in the Workforce Cross the 200,000 Mark; +68% Growth in Number of Senior Women Executives during 2016-21 - Board Announces Buyback Valued at '18,000 Cr at ' 4,500 per Share   January 14, 2022: Tata Consultancy Services (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS) reported its consolidated financial results according to Ind AS and IFRS, for the quarter ending December 31, 2021.   Highlights of the Quarter Ended December 31, 2021 • Revenue at $6.524 billion, +14.4% YoY; +15.4% CC YoY • Industry-Leading Operating Margin ......read more

08, January 2022 – Iraqi Airways, the national carrier of Iraq, has taken delivery of its first out of five A220-300 aircraft from Mirabel, Canada. Upon entry into service, Iraqi Airways will become one of the first airlines to operate the A220 in the Middle East region.  With the A220, Iraqi Airways will benefit from the aircraft’s exceptional technical, economic and environmental performance. Iraqi Airways’ A220-300 features a modern and highly comfortable dual-class cabin that seats 132 passengers; 12 in business class and 120 in economy class. The state of the art aircraft will play an integral part of Iraqi Airways fleet renewal and modernization plan. The A220 is the only aircraft purpose-built for the 100-150 seat market and brings together state-of-the-art aerodynamics, advanced materials and ......read more

Dubai, U.A.E. 05, January 2022 – Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd today announced its business transactions update for the full year 2021 for its aircraft leasing division, DAE Capital:   Business Transactions Update – Full Year 2021:  • Number of aircraft acquired: 41 (owned: 18; managed: 23) • Number of aircraft sold: 30 (owned: 20; managed: 10) • Lease agreements, extensions and amendments signed: 200 (owned: 167; managed: 33) • Number of new servicing agreements: 4 covering 7 aircraft   • Fleet Size (Owned, Managed, Committed and Mandated to Manage): ~425 • Customers: 112; Countries: 54 • Owned Fleet Average Age (years): 6.7 • Owned Fleet Average Lease Term Remaining (years): 6.2 • Owned Fleet Portfolio Contracted: ......read more

Dubai, UAE, 4th January 2022 – Tata Communications, a global digital ecosystem enabler, and Zain KSA, a pioneering mobile telecommunications and digital services provider that is committed to supporting innovation and spearheading the next-generation’s technological revolution in the Middle East, today announced they have entered a strategic engagement to fuel digital transformation journeys of enterprises and government organisations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). With this collaboration the combined ecosystems will deliver solutions and platforms to remodel cities with smart street lighting, smart waste management, connected workplace, healthcare and connected cars. The flagship project where Tata Communications and Zain KSA are working together to bring smart street lighting solution for one of the key cities in ......read more

- The UAE’s ultra-low-fare national airline contributed to the fast recovery of the UAE and Abu Dhabi’s tourism sector  - Wizz Air Abu Dhabi launched more than 34 destinations during 2021 - The airline operated more than 1,080 flights since its launch in January 2021 with 506 flights taking place in the fourth quarter of the year   January 03,  Abu Dhabi, UAE: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s ultra-low-fare national airline, the joint venture established between ADQ and Wizz Air Holdings plc, today announced its outstanding operational results for 2021.    During its first operational year, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi launched more than 34 destinations including Alexandria (Egypt), Athens (Greece), Baku (Azerbaijan), Bahrain, Belgrade (Serbia), Kutaisi (Georgia), Kyiv (Ukraine), Muscat ......read more

● The new skatepark is announced as part of a partnership between Shurooq and 4-time world scooter rider champion Dakota Schuetz ● The new park will be called “KOTA Skatepark” and will feature different ramps for all levels and a pump track special for kids   Sharjah, UAE:  January 02, 2022 - The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) announces the development of Sharjah’s newest pro skatepark attraction which will be part of its much anticipated and upcoming beach destination, Al Hira Beach.   Scheduled for completion in Q1 of 2022, along with the opening of Al Hira Beach, the new attraction comes as part of a partnership between Shurooq and Dakota Schuetz, also known as “Kota”, 4-time world scooter rider champion, who - for the first time in ......read more

A spectacular 10-minutes long firework show will light up the skies of Al Majaz Waterfront and Khorfakkan Beach, with the count down to the New Year Sharjah, 25December2021 : The family-friendly and popular destinations from Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) are all set to celebrate New Year’s Eve. From Fireworks displays to amazing dining experiences to adventure overnight camping, each destination has specially curated events for welcoming the New Year, on 31 December. Like in the previous years, a 10-minute long fabulous fireworks show will light up the night sky in Al Majaz Waterfront, counting down to the new year. The leisure destination known for diverse dining experiences has been a favorite spot for families during New Year’s Eve and has attracted thousands of visitors over the past few ......read more

• ADQ to establish integrated aviation support services company, ushering in a new wave of growth for the industry • Etihad Airways to divest several entities to ADQ’s new company and to ADNEC • Upon successful completion, the transaction will enable Etihad Airways to accelerate its transformation as air travel continues to recover   Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - December 23, 2021:  Etihad Airways and ADQ, one of the region's largest holding companies, today announced a proposed transaction that will support the ongoing transformation of Etihad Airways and the future growth of the civil aviation sector in Abu Dhabi. As part of the proposed transaction, a number of Etihad’s businesses providing airline support services will become part of a new ADQ aviation ......read more

•         Light-1’s mission team includes 23 students from Khalifa University and New York University Abu Dhabi (NYU Abu Dhabi) •         Nanosatellite was carried onboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket that took off  from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, US •         The Light-1 satellite, thanks to its innovative technology, might be the pathfinder of future and larger missions targeting gamma-rays   Abu Dhabi - 22 December 2021:  The UAE-Bahrain joint nanosatellite Light-1 has successfully arrived at the International Space Station (ISS). It was carried aboard a Falcon 9 rocket which launched the SpaceX CRS-24 commercial resupply mission from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, US, at 14:06 UAE ......read more

• Emirates services to Brisbane open to fully vaccinated passengers who meet eligibility requirements • Additional capacity set to meet high travel demand for flights from Dubai to Brisbane, effective today; capacity to return to 100 per cent on flights to Perth from 5 February 2022 • Airline expects healthy demand for inbound travel to Brisbane and Perth as Australians look to return home   Dubai, UAE – 16 December 2021:  Emirates is increasing its capacity on flights from Dubai to Brisbane commencing today (16 December), in line with the easing of local government restrictions on international travel after the state achieved its target to reach a double-dose vaccination rate of 80 per cent. From 5 February, Emirates flights to Perth will also operate at full capacity for eligible vaccinated ......read more

• The science programme of the mission will be developed by MBRSC in partnership with local and international entities, institutions and agencies. •The collaboration will support data collection and calibration strategies as well as data analysis. •MBRSC’s Emirates Lunar Mission team will develop and build the Rashid rover and its scientific instrumentation, while the partners will support the development of the instruments and analysis of data.   UAE, 15 December 2021: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) today announced that it has partnered with local and international entities, institutions and agencies to develop the science programme for the Emirates Lunar Mission. The partners will support the development of the main instruments on board the Rashid rover, including the Langmuir probe as ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 15 2021: Brazil is increasingly attentive to the needs of Muslim tourists visiting the country, aiming at offering a great experience, while respecting their culture.  It is the so-called halal tourism, which has had high attention from the authorities and the tourist industry. This month, Embratur (Brazilian Tourist Board) participated in the 1st edition of the Global Halal Brazil Business Forum, held by the Árab-Brasileira Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Muslim Associations of Brazil (Fambras Halal) Embratur's Manager, Claudine Bichara, attended the discussions about the lifestyle of the Islamic population, known for its high levels of excellence and added value. "Halal products and services cover a wide range of sectors and represent a great opportunity for ......read more

Dubai, December 15, 2021:  EXPO 2020 has been chosen by yet another international company to introduce its services to the region, using Dubai as the main platform. Araba Fenice Services Srl, a spin-off of Italy Emotion Tour Operator, captivated the attention of a selected group of the UAE’s best travel agencies and wedding planners with a presentation of undiscovered treasures of the Region of Campania, Araba Fenice’s home.   Through a virtual tour among the charms of Capri, the mysteries of Pompeii and the exclusivity of Positano, Araba Fenice offered the local agencies a new perspective on the entire Campania region and instruments to communicate its beauty to the UAE travel lovers. Araba Fenice will partner with local travel agencies to get an accurate understanding of the UAE’s ......read more

“flydubai is pleased to restart flights to Hargeisa from 18 December following a temporary suspension of flights for operational reasons. We look forward to working closely with the Somaliland Civil Aviation and Airports Authority and other regulatory authorities to provide a convenient option for travel to Dubai and beyond with a three-times weekly service.”

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December 09, 2021:  VFS Global, the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide, has announced that beginning 1 January 2022, the company will follow all UAE federal government departments in adopting the new weekend of Saturday-Sunday for its headquarters in Dubai.  The UAE is the first nation worldwide to introduce a working week shorter than the global five-day week, a decision approved as part of efforts to boost work-life balance and enhance social well-being and business continuity. VFS Global is a Swedish-Swiss owned company headquartered in Dubai, UAE, and has operations in 143 countries across five continents. The new working week will better align the headquarters’ operations across its global network serving 63 governments ......read more

09 December 2021:  The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for governments to follow World Health Organization (WHO) advice and immediately rescind travel bans that were introduced in response to the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. Public health organizations, including the WHO, have advised against travel curbs to contain the spread of Omicron.   WHO advice for international traffic in relation to the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant states that: “Blanket travel bans will not prevent the international spread, and they place a heavy burden on lives and livelihoods. In addition, they can adversely impact global health efforts during a pandemic by disincentivizing countries to report and share epidemiological and sequencing data. All countries should ensure that the measures are regularly ......read more

• Etihad moves to Russia’s largest, newest terminal and increases daily flight capacity, growing trade, tourism and economic ties between the two countries   Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – December 06, 2021:  Exactly 13 years after it first connected Abu Dhabi to Moscow, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, launched its inaugural flight to the new state-of-the-art International Terminal C at Moscow Sheremetyevo Alexander S. Pushkin International Airport (SVO).     Operated by a 787 Dreamliner, Flight EY63 departed Abu Dhabi International Airport at 9.35am and landed in Moscow at  2.25pm on 2 December, where it was greeted with a welcoming ceremony including and a delegation of government ministers, the UAE Ambassador to Russia and senior SVO ......read more

- 10,000 seats available for 99 AED each on selected flights from Abu Dhabi   04 December 2021, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s ultra-low-fare national airline is continuing its celebrations of the UAE’s Golden Jubilee and National Day by launching a new promotion. The airline is offering tickets for 99 AED each for 10,000 available seats on selected flights from Abu Dhabi. The discount flights are now on sale on www.wizzair.com and the airline’s mobile app (also available in Arabic).    His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, declared 2021 as ‘The Year of the 50th’ to commemorate 50 years since the nation’s founding in 1971. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is committed to help drive a bold new frontier for the travel and tourism industry ......read more

Maharashtra Unlimited @ Dubai   Dubai - November 22, 2021: The Indian state of Maharashtra’s Directorate of Tourism and Medical Value Travel Council of India (MVTCI) have signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE and Oman in the Gulf to bring the West Indian state’s wellness and healthcare tourism offerings to citizens and residents in these countries.   Maharashtra is showcasing its culture and tourism potential, in addition to trade and commerce, as part of the presence in the India pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai. The state government aims to explore long-term collaborations with organisations in the UAE and the region in the areas of business, investment, trade, and medical tourism. The state, home to the best clinical outcomes in India, is positioned itself as the national ......read more

The airline will also launch a social media photo competition where the winners will receive a free return flight to a destination of their choice 22 November 2021, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s ultra-low-fare national airline, has announced it will offer a special 50% discount on its flights to all destinations to celebrate the UAE’s Golden Jubilee anniversary. The 50% discount flights are now on sale on wizzair.com and the airline’s mobile app (also available in Arabic).  The airline is also launching a UAE National Day social media photo competition, the 50 best entrants will win a free return flight to a destination of their choice on the national carrier’ network. To enter the social media competition, entrants must take a photo of a UAE landmark and submit it using ......read more

With the sustainable Black Friday deals, flyers can avail up to 15 percent off popular destinations all while doubling their carbon offset while travelling   UAE: From the iconic jade colour on Cathay Pacific’s livery, to the airline’s wide-range of sustainability initiatives, Cathay Pacific is proud to be green and make a difference to global climate change.  To complement Cathay Pacific’s Black Friday flight deals, the premium airline is launching Green Friday, an initiative to offset carbon emissions for every flight purchased between 19 - 29 November for travel from 10 January through October 2022. Green Friday: Flight deals and complimentary carbon offsetting Cathay Pacific will be extending its Green Friday promotion globally, allowing passengers to benefit with exclusive flight offers, ......read more

Dubai, 18 November 2021 –  Airlines operating in the Middle East region will require 3,020 new passenger and freight aircraft deliveries by 2040, according to the 2021 Airbus Global Market Forecast (GMF) launched at the Dubai Airshow 2021. This will bring the total fleet to 3,210 from a 2019 fleet baseline of 1,300 aircraft. During this period, the fleet in the region will transition to new generation types such as the A220, A320neo family, A330neo and A350 bringing significant efficiency improvement and a corresponding reduction in carbon emissions per passenger. Growth is driven by the forecast 2.3% CAGR increase in GDP between now and 2040. Aviation and tourism will continue to be key growth sectors for the Middle East and drive GDP growth.  Airbus forecasts that air traffic in the Middle East will achieve ......read more

- New Indian carrier’s order valued at nearly $9 billion, includes 737-8 and high-capacity 737-8-200    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 17, 2021 – Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Akasa Air, a brand of SNV Aviation, today announced the new Indian carrier has ordered (72) 737 MAX airplanes to build its fleet. Valued at nearly $9 billion at list prices, the order is a key endorsement of the 737 family’s capability to serve the rapidly growing Indian market.   At the 2021 Dubai Airshow, Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube said, “We are delighted to partner with Boeing for our first airplane order and thank them for their trust and confidence in Akasa Air’s business plan and leadership team. We believe that the new 737 MAX airplane will support our aim of running not just a cost-efficient, reliable and ......read more

- Order for 787 Dreamliner, 767 Freighter and two 737 MAX airplanes - Passenger and freighter models will boost airline’s capability in Africa and beyond   DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 16, 2021 – Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the United Republic of Tanzania today announced an order for a 787-8 Dreamliner, a 767-300 Freighter and two 737 MAX jets at the 2021 Dubai Airshow. The airplanes will be operated by Air Tanzania, the national flag-carrier of Tanzania, to expand service from the country to new markets across Africa, Asia and Europe. The order, valued at more than $726 million at list prices, was previously unidentified on the Boeing Orders and Deliveries website.   “Our flagship 787 Dreamliner is popular with our passengers, providing unrivalled in-flight comfort and ultra-efficiency for our ......read more

Dubai, United, Arab Emirates, Nov. 16, 2021:   Boeing’s [NYSE: BA] wholly owned subsidiary Boeing Capital Corporation and Sky One FZE today announced a sales agreement for three 777-300 airplanes at the Dubai Airshow. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Sky One FZE is a privately held aircraft leasing company based in the United Arab Emirates. Sky One FZE has a diverse business portfolio, namely dry and wet leasing, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul services, pilot training, operations, Air Operator’s Certificate management as well as spares and logistics. The firm has a strong focus on growing airlines in Africa, the Commonwealth of Independent States and India. Sky One FZE Chief Executive Officer Charles Szar said, “With the addition of three 777-300s powered by Rolls Royce engines to our ......read more

Italian aviation and aerospace exports to the UAE reached Euro 79 million in 2020 Dubai, UAE; 14th November 2021: Italy aviation and aerospace industry, a sector with a turnover of Euro 17 billion in 2020 and employing over 230,000 staff, returns stronger than ever at Dubai Airshow with 29 companies participating, more than double the 2019 edition. Italy occupies a leading position in the international context, being the 4th producer in Europe and 7th in the world when it comes to aerospace, defence and security equipments production. Taking place at DWC airport until Thursday 18th November, this year Dubai Airshow will be ‘futuristic’ with major focus on new technologies and showcasing the latest developments in mobility, aviation and space. Alongside the exhibition, the brand new conference stage, Tech Xplore, will ......read more

- New conversion lines to open at KF Aerospace in Canada and at Boeing's London Gatwick MRO in the United Kingdom - Icelease orders eleven 737-800BCF; will be launch customer for new conversion line at London Gatwick MRO facility - 737-800BCF now has more than 200 orders and commitments from 19 customers   United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2021 – As global demand for freighters continues to soar, Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced plans to add three conversion lines for the market-leading 737-800BCF across North America and Europe. The company also signed a firm order with Icelease for eleven of the freighters as the launch customer for one of the new conversion lines.   In 2022, the company will open one conversion line at Boeing's London Gatwick Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) facility, ......read more

        13 new countries to be represented at this year’s Dubai Airshow  Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 14, November 2021: The world is set to witness the launch of the much-anticipated Dubai Airshow 2021 on Sunday, 14 November, which is expected to be the biggest edition of the event since it began in 1989. The Airshow will run until Thursday, 18 November, bringing the aviation, aerospace, space and defence industries together for what promises to be the most extraordinary experience in the history of air shows. This year, the event will welcome more exhibitors than ever before, including over 370 new exhibitors, and representatives from almost 150 countries. There will be civil and military delegations from more than 140 countries and the event will feature 20 country pavilions, including ......read more

  flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, is participating at the Dubai Airshow for the seventh time, joining the static aircraft display with one of its Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. Saturday, November 13, 2021 — The Airshow, which is held from 14 to 18 November, will give visitors the opportunity to experience the airline’s interior and onboard product. In addition, flydubai has unveiled a new livery design feature in celebration of the UAE’s 50th anniversary and it will take part in the official formation flight at the Dubai Airshow. Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “we are delighted to be back at the Dubai Airshow, especially during this historic year in which we celebrate our nation’s 50th anniversary. As travel begins to open up and the world begins to connect ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 11 November 2021:  Dubai Airshow 2021, set to be the biggest Airshow held in the UAE to date, will welcome members of the general public, families and children to witness the daily flying display from the purpose-built Skyview Grandstand, at Dubai World Central, Al Maktoum International Airport, the home of the Airshow, taking place from 14-18 November. The flying teams include Al Fursan, the United Arab Emirates Air Force aerobatic display team; Russian Knights by the Russian Air Force; Surya Kiran, the aerobatics demonstration team of the Indian Air Force; Sarang, the helicopter air display team of the Indian Air Force; and the Saudi Falcons, a BAE Hawk-equipped Royal Saudi Air Force aerobatic team. Timothy Hawes, managing director at Tarsus Middle East commented: “We are looking ......read more

• Third phase of Etihad’s year-long celebration of the UAE’s golden jubilee year launches today titled ‘Hosting the World’ • First of three videos sees female Emirati racing driver Amna Al Qubaisi challenge motorsport expert and YouTuber Sam Fane at Yas Marina Circuit   Abu Dhabi, UAE – November 11, 2021:  Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today launched the third phase of its golden jubilee celebrations. In a series of videos launched over the next three weeks, Etihad will bring together experts from the fields of Formula 1, Music and Fashion from around the world, with their Emirati counterpart, hosted in the UAE.   In the launch video, the first Emirati female racing driver, Amna Al Qubaisi, shows off Abu Dhabi’s credentials as ......read more

November 04, 2021:  Finnair will resume flights to two of its domestic destinations, Turku and Tampere, where flight connections have been on hold since spring 2020 due to the pandemic. Finnair will complement the flight connections to Turku and Tampere with a new type of bus connection, to reduce the CO2 footprint of these routes. The routes are among the shortest in Finnair network, although they have been operated with energy-efficient ATR aircraft, their emissions load per passenger is clearly heavier than on other routes.   “Turku and Tampere are an important part of our network. Traveling on these routes focuses on international exchange travel, and we want to continue to offer the best range of connections to customers in the regions.” says Perttu Jolma, VP, Traffic Planning at ......read more

• Global Village partners with Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award to celebrate 50 Years of Togetherness  • Two photography competitions call for inspiring images taken at Global Village showcasing the spirit of diversity and community to mark the UAE’s 50th National Day   Dubai, UAE, 3 November 2021: Global Village, the UAE and wider region's leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, attractions and entertainment, begins its month-long UAE National Day celebrations on the 50th Flag Day of our Nation.    Partnering with Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA), Global Village launches the 50 Years of Togetherness photography contest. The prestigious competition is designed to create a ......read more

Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC): Saleh AlAmeri will begin the first UAE Analog Mission as the primary analog astronaut on November 4. The 8-month mission is part of SIRIUS-21 and will take place in an isolated environment in Moscow along with participants from the USA and Russia.

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Dubai, 1 November 2021:  Dubai Garden Glow, the world’s largest unique theme park, will kick start its seventh season on the first of November with many more new concepts and attractions of glow-in-dark garden. After the whopping success of the previous six seasons, this year’s theme is ‘Glowing Safari,’ where the visitor can be enthralled by wildlife that have been recreated innovatively. It will be a unique Safari trek in the Glow Park with incandescent animals all around, a colorful flower valley with dynamic, moving blossoms, and a glittering butterfly trail using 10 million energy saving bulbs.  The Glow Park, a neon wonderland, will take the visitor from an information age to an entertainment age. The whole garden has been constituted manually and fabricated with handmade lights. The unique, ......read more

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum led a press conference ahead of Dubai Airshow 2021 highlighting it as one of the most important events of the year     Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 01 November 2021: His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group emphasized the importance of Dubai Airshow 2021 during a press conference held in Dubai today. H.H. Sheikh Ahmed described the event as an opportunity to reconnect the aviation, aerospace, space and defence industries.    H.H said: “Based on the number of new participant countries and exhibitors added this year, Dubai Airshow 2021 is set to be bigger and better than the 2019 event. The event will ......read more

5,000 seats to Muscat and Bahrain to be released for limited time offer 1 November 2021, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, a UAE national airline, has today unveiled a limited time offer on flights to Muscat and Bahrain for only AED 29*. The offer is now live on wizzair.com and can be availed on a first come first serve basis until all 5,000 seats are purchased. Muscat and Bahrain are amongst some of the latest additions to the Wizz Air Abu Dhabi route network. The two destinations are part of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi’s mission to increase connectivity and affordable travel options within the GCC. The flights to both Muscat and Bahrain are operated three times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.  

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 Three weekly Medina flights starting 27 November 2021   Abu Dhabi, UAE – October 31, 2021:  Etihad Airways has announced the launch of flights to the holy city of Medina from 27 November 2021.   Medina will be served three times weekly from Abu Dhabi using a modern two-class Airbus A321.   Fatma Al Mehairi, Vice President Sales UAE at Etihad Airways, said: “We look forward to reconnecting Abu Dhabi with Medina, a city of enormous historic and religious significance for Muslims around the world. Our flights will support the growing demand for religious travel and strengthen the existing air links between the UAE and Saudi Arabia, a key travel market for Etihad Airways.”   The service has been timed to provide religious, leisure and business travellers in the UAE and ......read more

• Etihad’s EY20 Sustainable Flight flew from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi on Saturday 23 October leveraging the learnings and efficiencies developed over the last two years • Using a combination of sustainable aviation fuel and operational efficiencies the Sustainable Flight reduced CO2 emissions by 39,000kg and fuel burn by 1,800kg   Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 28, October:  Etihad Airways operated its most sustainable flight ever, leveraging the learnings and efficiencies developed over the last two years of its comprehensive sustainability programme to reduce carbon emissions (CO2) by 72% in absolute terms compared to the equivalent flight operated in 2019.     The London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi flight is part of the Etihad Greenliner Programme – a two-year ......read more

The MBZ-SAT will be launched on board a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission is scheduled to be launched no earlier than 2023.   UAE - 28, October 2021: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) today announced that it has selected SpaceX as launch provider to deliver MBZ-SAT, the most advanced commercial satellite in the region in the field of high-resolution satellite imagery, into space. The second Emirati satellite to be fully developed and built by a team of Emirati engineers after the KhalifaSat will be launched on board SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. MBZ-SAT will be scheduled for launch toward the end of 2023 or at the beginning of 2024. Falcon 9 is a reusable, two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of people and payloads into Earth orbit and beyond. Yousuf ......read more

27, October 2021 - The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and Airbus Defence and Space have selected the winner of their joint opportunity for a free one year mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The climate mission supporting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals will fly on Bartolomeo, the Airbus external payload hosting platform. The winning ‘ClimCam’ team consists of specialists from different fields and symbolizes the power of international cooperation, bringing together researchers from three institutions: the Egyptian Space Agency, the Kenyan Space Agency, and the Uganda National Space Programme within the Ugandan Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. Jointly, the team will develop a remote sensing camera system to monitor weather, floods, and impacts of ......read more

UAE - 27, October 2021: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Italy’s Thales Alenia Space Italia (TAS-I) and the Aerospace Logistics Technology Engineering Company (ALTEC) to identify opportunities to study and develop solutions for space and planetary exploration systems. The MoU was signed by Salem AlMarri, Deputy Director General, MBRSC, Massimo Claudio, Managing Director, TAS-I and Vincenzo Giorgo, CEO, ALTEC on the sidelines of the International Astronautical Congress, the world’s premier space event, being held at the World Trade Centre in Dubai.  The preliminary areas of cooperation identified include interplanetary missions development, rover system design and integration, advanced terrestrial analogous systems, higher education activities ......read more

The European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC) announces its intention to join this organization as the first non-founding member   Dubai - 27, October 2021 – In a contex of increased momentum around space exploration, Airbus Defence and Space, Air Liquide and ispace Europe have announced the joint creation of EURO2MOON.  This non-profit organisation will be dedicated to promoting a better use of lunar natural resources, while accelerating the cis-lunar economy and federating industrial efforts across Europe.  Bringing in complementary expertise from public and private partners, EURO2MOON will focus on topics related to the exploration of the lunar surface and the utilization of its resources in a commercial and sustainable way. Topics to be addressed will also include long duration ......read more

Specialised skills, investment and collaboration have resulted to Italy becoming a long-standing trade partner to the UAE    Dubai, UAE -  26, October 2021: Italy’s aerospace, defence and security industry turnover reached Euro 17 billion in 2020, whilst employing 230,000 staff, firmly placing the country as the 4th largest producer in Europe and 7th largest in the world.  Advancements in technology and investment in R&D will be Italy’s key exhibiting factors at the 72nd International Astronautical Congress 2021 (IAC), taking place from 25 to 29 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This year’s exhibition theme is ‘Inspire, Innovate & Discover for the Benefit of Humankind’ and marks a momentous year for the UAE, as the country has been chosen as the first ......read more

24, October 2021:  The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to use the commitments reached at the ICAO High Level Conference on COVID-19 (HLCC) to make real progress towards restoring global air connectivity.   States attending the ICAO HLCC declared their commitment to 14 measures which, if acted upon, would enable airlines to meet the demands of consumers worldwide for a revival of air travel. In particular, two commitments need the most urgent action by governments. These are:   • ‘We commit to taking effective measures to prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 and other communicable diseases by international air travel, in particular through the implementation of the ICAO CART guidelines, and encourage the harmonization of Member States’ ......read more

 Mubadala to host the sixth edition of the Summit  Digital Driven Resurgence will form the central theme of the Summit   New for 2022; a dedicated start-up programme, focus on technology and digitalization in addition to the newly formed Task Force and Future Propulsion Working Group   23 October 2021 – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates:  Aviation, aerospace, space and defense leaders from across the planet will meet in-person in Abu Dhabi for the return of the Global Aerospace Summit on 24 -26 May 2022.      The theme of the Summit, ‘Digital Driven Resurgence’, will showcase the rapid transformation that has happened across these sectors over recent years and the role of innovation and technology moving forward.  An increasing number of aerospace and ......read more

The world’s largest and tallest observation wheel by Dubai Holding opened yesterday Thursday 21st October  Thousands joined the extravaganza at the Ain Dubai Plaza that bustled with fun-filled family activities, live DJ sets and a spectacular inaugural light, drone and fireworks show Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23,  October 2021 – The ultimate celebration destination is officially open! After much anticipation, Ain Dubai, the world’s largest and tallest observation wheel by Dubai Holding, celebrated its first visitors yesterday. The inaugural rotation took place at 2pm for eager guests who had pre-booked to experience a 38-minute rotation in the state-of-the-art cabins. The first rotation also included the lucky winners of the Ain Dubai treasure hunt around Bluewaters competition held earlier this ......read more

14, October 2021:  Airblue Limited, the private Islamabad-based airline, has taken delivery of its first A321neo aircraft. It marks an important step in Pakistan’s aviation journey, making Airblue the first operator of an Airbus neo aircraft in the country. The airline currently operates an all Airbus fleet of nine A320 Family aircraft.  Airblue’s A321neo, on lease from GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) is equipped with CFM International’s LEAP-1A engines. Currently Airblue operates domestic flights to Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar and Multan and to international destinations in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. The A321neo will enable the airline to further expand its network. The highly-fuel-efficient A321neo will help reduce Airblue’s operating costs and will offer exceptional ......read more