DUBAI: Ali Alnaqbi, Founding & Executive Chairman of the Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) is delighted to welcome a host of senior industry figures to the organisation he founded in 2006. MEBAA, a non-profit organisation, was created with the aim of providing a platform for the MENA region’s business aviation industry to gather, understand and discuss …

DUBAI: Travel is expected to peak this weekend for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period with over 100,000 passengers passing through Terminal 3 this upcoming weekend ahead of the winter holiday break. The busiest time for departures will be on Friday 14th December with more than 30,000 passengers scheduled to travel. Peak travel will continue throughout the …

DUBAI/NEW YORK: dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, today announced that it had completed the acquisition of New York-headquartered inflight and VIP caterer, 121 Inflight Catering. The acquisition allows dnata to significantly expand its operations in the United States, further strengthening its global network of catering businesses. Founded in 2007, 121 Inflight Catering offers premium catering services …

KARACHI: Karandaaz Pakistan announced ‘Matilda Solutions’, ‘Love for Data’, and ‘AgriMart, as the winners of its third round of annual FinTech Disrupt Challenge after a close competition between 16 extraordinary technology startups with ideas for financial inclusion. The three outstanding FinTechs will each receive a funding up to $100,000 from Karandaaz to implement their ideas. The pitch round for the …

DUBAI: Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, president of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Chairman of Dubai World unveiled today the Aviation One office complex, the Dubai South flagship commercial property. During his visit to Dubai South Chalet, at MEBAA 2018, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed inspected the perspective of Aviation One, and was updated on the developments by the Aviation District officials. …

DUBAI: Considering the significant role of facilities management in the sustainability of the built environment, the Middle East Facility Management Association (MEFMA) recently held a workshop and networking event on ‘Success Factors in the Facility Management Industry Growth’ at the Dubai Chamber, aimed at enhancing the sector’s global competitiveness and strengthening local management in line with the highest international standards. …

DUBAI, UAE: Rove City Walk, a contemporary hotel operated by the award-winning Rove Hotels, has launched the sale of its guest rooms, promising investors the opportunity to earn 40 per cent share of revenue and up to 8 per cent return on investment. Investors will also receive 50 per cent off on room bookings and F&B across all Rove Hotels …

DUBAI: Jetex is bringing the next-generation in advanced private jets to the Middle East after striking an agreement with Honda Aircraft Company to become the exclusive authorized dealer for the region. The deal means Jetex is now the manufacturer’s sole representative for the new HondaJet offering sales and support across the Gulf and Middle East region. “With Honda’s brand strength …

DUBAI: Careem, the leading ride hailing company and one of the biggest technology organisations in the great MENA region signed an agreement with Private Limousine yesterday. The agreement was signed by Bassel Al Nahlaoui, Managing Director of Careem Gulf and Ahmed Lootah, Managing Director of Private Limousine. The joint cooperation will offer Careem’s technology to Private Limousine to manage their fleet and …

DUBAI: Emirates Flight Catering, part of The Emirates Group and one of the world’s largest caterers, has been selected to lead the hospitality and operations for the New Zealand pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The New Zealand pavilion restaurant, part of New Zealand’s expansive 2,000sqm Expo 2020 presence, will be central to the country’s participation at Expo 2020. International visitors …