By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, is set to spotlight its latest innovations in premium travel and cultural storytelling at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025. Headlining this year’s event is the Middle East debut of the new Crystal Business Class Suites. Designed for enhanced privacy and comfort featuring Turkish-sourced …

Empowering MEA households with X50 UC, H15 Pro, and more intelligent innovations By Raheel Rao DUBAI: Dreame Technology, a global innovator in smart home appliances, officially marks its entry into the Middle East and Africa (MEA) market with the opening of its first regional flagship store at Dubai Hills Mall, alongside the debut of its strategic smart home lineup — …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has extended its partnership with Olympique Lyonnais, one of the most iconic clubs in the French league. The airline will remain the club’s shirt sponsor for another five years, until the end of the 2029-2030 season. Boutros Boutros, Executive Vice President of Corporate Communications, Marketing and Brand at Emirates said: “We’re …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and the University of Birmingham Dubai have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their strategic partnership in support of Dubai’s AI ecosystem, talent development, and national innovation agenda. The MoU was signed during the inaugral Dubai AI Week, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid …

By Rafiq Vayani: RX Global, the organisers of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), held a press conference today in collaboration with the event’s strategic partners: the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Emirates, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Al Rais Travel. Hosted at voco Dubai by IHG, the press conference unveiled plans for the upcoming edition, which will take place next …

News Desk DUBAI: Union Coop, the largest consumer cooperative in the UAE, is proud to announce the official relaunch of its flagship loyalty program, Tamayaz, now enhanced with a host of new digital features and rewards all accessible through the existing Union Coop App. Originally launched in 2012, Tamayaz has been a cornerstone of Union Coop’s customer engagement strategy, offering …

News Desk DUBAI: Qashio, the UAE’s leading spend management platform, partnered with Visa to host an exclusive event bringing together the UAE’s top travel decision-makers for a dynamic exchange of insights and industry trends. The event welcomed senior executives from across the regional travel ecosystem, including online travel agencies, destination management companies, and leading luxury hospitality brands. Guests heard keynote …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline[1], has launched its comprehensive net zero roadmap – Flying Towards Net Zero. The roadmap offers a realistic path focused on the three F’s – flights (30% emissions reductions from new aircraft technology and fleet renewal), fuel (53% emissions reductions from SAF) and footprint (4% emissions reductions from air traffic …

By Raheel Rao DUBAI: BENO, the lifestyle brand known for redefining premium travel experiences, will now offer curated adventures across yacht charters from its new lounge at Dubai’s ultra-luxury– Marsa Al Arab Marina. Located within the marina adjacent to Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab – the new lifestyle destination in Dubai and the latest addition to Jumeirah’s global portfolio of hotels and …

KARACHI: K-Electric has officially closed entries for its Energy Progress & Innovation Challenge (EPIC) 2025 following an enthusiastic nationwide response from academia, entrepreneurs, researchers, and startups. As of the final deadline, over 250 entries were received from across Pakistan, reflecting the growing spirit of innovation and localisation in Pakistan’s energy landscape. EPIC 2025, launched in March, built upon the success …