LONDON: Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has secured a new ground handling license to deliver passenger, ramp and cargo services at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), the main international airport serving Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. Menzies Aviation Malaysia – a joint venture (JV) with Malaysian supply chain management company, MMAG Holdings – …

Web Desk DUBAI: Skift, the leading news source for travel executives, will host the third annual Skift Global Forum East in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from November 19-20, 2024. From the top CEOs of major travel brands to new entrepreneurs driving innovation, the speakers on stage at Skift Global Forum East are a reflection of the best the travel industry …

Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, has launched availability of the Visa Airport Companion (VAC) app, a premier digital solution designed to enhance airport lounge access for eligible Visa cardholders in Pakistan. Developed in partnership with DragonPass, a leading global travel and lifestyle service platform, the new app replaces existing lounge access programs, effective October 1, 2024. …

Web Desk DUBAI: Germany has reaffirmed the strategic importance of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries as one of its leading tourism markets following a high-profile media and trade event co-hosted by the German National Tourist Office (GNTO) and visitBerlin. https://x.com/biztoday_intl/status/1858845358706602011?t=FosYxvc88zNvZVnt0v8lwQ&s=19 The event showcased exciting developments in Germany’s travel sector, including new flight routes, digital innovations, and a personalised approach to GCC tourists, …

Web Desk DUBAI: Dubai International (DXB) is on track for record-breaking annual traffic, following an impressive performance in the first nine months of the year. By the end of September, DXB had welcomed 68.6 million guests, laying a solid foundation for the typically high-traffic final quarter – a milestone made possible by the collective efforts of colleagues and partners who …

News Desk DUBAI: As Britain’s national tourism agency VisitBritain gears up to host top travel buyers from across the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) countries on its ‘Destination Britain Middle East and Asia’ trade mission, latest official statistics show travellers from the GCC are visiting the UK in record numbers, and spending more on their trips. Latest official statistics, for the …

By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways is gearing up for one of its most ambitious projects ever, as it prepares to go BIG, unveiling ten new destinations on a single day. On November 25, the airline will reveal the locations, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing journey of growth and commitment to customer service excellence. Antonoaldo Neves, Etihad’s …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, celebrates a year of remarkable growth and achievement at its home in Terminal A, Zayed International Airport. Since the full transition to the new terminal in November 2023, the airline has significantly expanded its operations from 1,336 weekly flights to 1,732, and connects Abu Dhabi to …

DUBAI: Emirates and the DP World Tour have signed an agreement for the airline to extend its status as the Official Airline and Marketing Partner of the leading professional golf Tour until the end of 2031. The airline currently supports an international roster of DP World Tour tournaments that cut across continents and culminate in the prestigious DP World Tour …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Fare airline, is excited to announce the introduction of its lowest-ever fare for travel between Muscat and Salalah. Starting from OMR 9.99 for a one-way Light Fare, this fare will be available for flights starting December 1st, 2024. This new starting fare is not a limited-time promotion, but rather a permanent step in SalamAir’s ongoing …