News Desk DUBAI: On 13 and 14 March, Emirates will be celebrating the most colourful festival in the world, wishing customers a happy Holi onboard select flights to India with refreshing Thandai drinks and sweet Holi treats. Emirates’ customers travelling to and from seven destinations in India – Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai, will enjoy the much-loved …

DUBAI: Dubai Airports, the operator of the world’s leading international airport, has been recognised with the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for its approach to employee engagement. The award highlights organisations that foster some of the most engaged workplace cultures globally. In a fast-changing work environment, Dubai Airports has continued to find new ways to engage and develop its …

  Feb-24 Feb-25 2024 YTD 2025 YTD Passengers 1.4 million 1.6 million 2.9 million 3.3 million Passenger load factor 89% 89% 87% 89% Operating fleet size 89 98     Passenger destinations 69 73               ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has released its traffic statistics for February 2025, …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has joined forces with Parsys Telemedicine to introduce next generation equipment that will enable customers to receive high-quality, speedy medical care in the air. Emirates has invested more than USD2.4 million in co-designing the new equipment set with Parsys, which will be rolled out to 300 aircraft over the next few years. The groundbreaking ‘telemedicine station’ has advanced …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: It’s known as the world’s most spectacular race day, and one of the UAE’s unmissable annual social occasions, the Dubai World Cup is an explosion of sporting excellence staged against an iconic backdrop. Add in fabulous fashion, endless entertainment, fine dining and a plethora of hospitality options – it is the ultimate day out, with something …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT/DUBAI: Yango Oman, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has partnered with Zumr, a leading fintech platform, to offer its partner drivers access to interest-free, short-term financial assistance across Oman. This new initiative is designed to provide a vital safety net for drivers facing unexpected financial challenges, helping them stay on the road and maintain …

BROOMFIELD, CO.:  Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) has received PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its Gogo Galileo HDX antenna. To secure confirmation, Gogo worked with Delta Engineering, which, as a member of the FAA Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) program, administered the approval.  With the PMA confirmed Gogo is moving to full-scale production and sales of the HDX, enabling the …

Web Desk DUBAI: Arabian Center, one of Dubai’s popular community shopping and entertainment destinations, is celebrating the holy month of Ramadan and the joyous occasion of Eid with a spectacular lineup of activities, entertainment, and grand prizes. With a rich blend of cultural experiences, engaging family-friendly activities, and rewarding promotions, Arabian Center is creating an unforgettable festive atmosphere for visitors …

News Desk DUBAI: This Ramadan, Dubai’s most iconic venues are elevating iftar with breathtaking settings, rich cultural traditions, and indulgent feasts. From starlit Arabian nights to the grand feasts, each location offers a unique way to break your fast. Whether you seek an immersive desert escape, a luxurious waterfront feast, or a serene city retreat, these iftars promise unforgettable moments …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways has announced 10 new Cadet Pilot scholarship places for internal candidates of all nationalities, in its newly established Employee Cadet Pilot programme. The new programme builds on the extraordinary success of the UAE National Cadet Programme launched last year which received more than 2000 applications. Honouring the 145 nationalities within Etihad, the airline …