By Rafiq Vayani JEDDAH: Shangri-La Jeddah is pleased to announce the appointment of Lina Khan as Director of Marketing & Communications. In her new role, Lina will lead the hotel’s marketing, communications, public relations, and brand strategy, supporting Shangri-La Jeddah’s continued growth as one of Jeddah’s leading luxury destinations. Originally from Jeddah, Lina brings a strong background across luxury hospitality, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates has promoted two accomplished Emirati female pilots to captains, marking a pivotal step forward in its commitment to empowering Emirati women in aviation. Hanan Mohammed Jawad and Bakhita Al Mheiri both rose through the Emirates Group’s National Cadet Pilot Programme, an initiative that has graduated numerous Emirati pilots. Hanan Mohammed Jawad joined Emirates in 2008 through the cadet pilot programme, driven by …

News Desk DUBAI: dnata Travel Group has announced the appointment of Maura Geertsma as its new Divisional Vice President, Corporate Travel. The newly created role strengthens the company’s ability to meet global demand for strategic corporate travel solutions. Based in Dubai, Maura will oversee dnata Travel Management – the Group’s corporate travel business – working closely with its regional leadership across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, and Iraq to enhance service excellence, strengthen …

News Desk TARBES, France: The European tour of Daher Aircraft’s “go-anywhere” Kodiak 900 multi-role airplane continues this week at the France Air Expo 2026 event in Lyon, France, where it will join a fast, efficient TBM 960 to represent the company’s single-engine turboprop-powered general aviation product line. The Kodiak 900’s presence in Europe highlights the Kodiak family’s unique combination of …

By Rafiq Vayani JEDDAH: In celebration of International Cabin Crew Day, flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, has announced the graduation of its newest group of cabin crew – the 76th since the airline launched in 2017. Underscoring the carrier’s continued growth and investment in frontline talent, 25 young men and women from Saudi Arabia and Tunisia, underwent an intensive …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: On May 29, 2026, the Indonesian Consulate General in Karachi attended the opening ceremony and strategic meetings of the prestigious 12th Bali & Beyond Travel Fair (BBTF) 2026 in Bali. This active participation focused on exploring new opportunities and strengthening networks to attract more international travelers, particularly from Sindh Province, Pakistan, to experience the wonders of …

By Rafiq Vayani BALI: The Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Karachi with delegation of Pakistani tour and travel companies are participating in the prestigious 12th Bali & Beyond Travel Fair (BBTF) 2026, taking place from 28 May to 2 June 2026 across Bali and Lombok. During the Opening Session on 28 May, the delegations had the opportunity …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates has revealed a celebratory A380 livery dedicated to Arsenal FC, following the club’s triumphant Premier League winning season. Unveiled as part of the airline’s longstanding partnership with Arsenal, the bespoke livery reflects Emirates’ continued commitment to connecting fans with the world’s biggest sporting moments. Applied in-house by Emirates Engineering, the decal stretches from the iconic …

By Rafiq Vayani ISLAMABAD: On 23 May 2026, H.E. Amb. Dato’ Mohammad Azhar Mazlan, High Commissioner of Malaysia to Pakistan, participated in the Closing Ceremony of the Online Internship Programme (OIP) / ASEAN Village Programme held at the University of the Punjab, Lahore. The programme was organised by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Islamabad in its capacity …

News Desk SHARJAH: The activities of Sharjah Summer Promotions 2026 are set to launch through joint organization and strategic cooperation between the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority and the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with a number of government entities and the private sector. The campaign will cover various areas across the emirate from Today, May …