GENEVA: SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, has signed a five-year extension with Heathrow Airport to support Heathrow’s vast and growing network infrastructure. Through this agreement, SITA will provide a wide range of network, telecommunications, and connectivity services, while introducing innovative new solutions to businesses operating within Heathrow. Since 2011, SITA has built a strong relationship with Heathrow, …

MONTREAL: As part of its ongoing efforts to achieve a more sustainable aviation industry, Azzera, a leader in providing sustainability solutions for aviation, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract through the Government of Canada’s Innovative Solutions program, to test CELESTE, its digital platform supporting total emissions management for aviation operators. In this pilot project, being managed by Transport …

By Rafiq Vayani COLOMBO/KARACHI: The Sri Lanka Consulate General in Karachi, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau, proudly announces a strategic partnership between Sri Lankan enterprises and the OBOR Group for the Lake Grand Project in Karachi. This alliance marks a significant milestone in strengthening economic relations between Sri Lanka and Pakistan, fostering a promising future of cooperation. …

News Desk VALLETTA/DUBAI: The Malta Jazz Festival kicked off earlier this week – a staple in Malta’s cultural calendar which has for decades brought jazz performers from near and far to stunning locations in Malta and the capital city Valletta. From the 8th to the 13th July 2024, the Malta Jazz Festival offered a musical experience featuring an eclectic mix …

Dubai Mall, the Most Visited Place on Earth in 2023, has achieved further growth in 2024, recording57 million visitors during the first half of the year, in comparison to 52 million visitors for the same period in 2023. Performance of various categories have witnessed similar growth, recording growth in retail sales ranging from 8% to 15% over the same period …

DOHA: Qatar Airways is furthering its partnership with FC Internazionale Milano (Inter) as the Official Main Training Kit Partner, as well as remaining Inter’s Official Airline Partner. This enhanced collaboration symbolises a commitment to excellence and performance, starting with the essential pre-season preparations for the current Serie A and Italian Supercup champions. The Qatar Airways logo will now be prominently …

FUJAIRAH: In a bold move set to redefine the hospitality landscape of the United Arab Emirates,, Fujairah introduced the newest accommodation option, hoping to capture the hearts of those who love nature and those who seek luxury. On 8th July 2024, Mr. Muhammed Saif Al Fakham, General Manager, Fujairah Municipality, inaugurated 15 new motel rooms set amidst the magnificence of …

DUBAI: A Lebanese national and a Pakistani national have been announced as the new dollar millionaires at the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draw, held today at Concourse A of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Makram Fata, a 48-year-old Lebanese national based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia became a US$1 million winner in Millennium Millionaire Series 466 with …

This year, the CEBO Management Company held its much-anticipated Annual Picnic 2024 at the spectacular DreamWorld resort. The event, designed to entertain and rejuvenate home entrepreneurs, brought together over 80 members and their families for a day filled with fun, relaxation, and community bonding. Under the expert supervision of Chef Samia Jamil and the dedicated CEBO team, the picnic emphasized …

DUBAI: Yango Group, a global tech company that creates daily services, launched a new public transport service feature within its Yango app, aimed at redefining urban mobility in Dubai. This addition provides users with comprehensive transport options by integrating public transit information with Yango’s existing services, including ride-hailing, rentals, and delivery in the city. The new public transport section on …