Emirates has wrapped up a successful 2023 Dubai Air Show, concluding a week of significant investment announcements in its future fleet and capabilities, and inking new partnerships that signal confidence in what’s ahead. Already the world’s biggest operator of wide-body passenger aircraft, Emirates announced significant orders to grow its fleet and power the airline’s future growth plans in line with …

By Muhammad Rafiq RIYADH/DUBAI: The next chapter for the skies continued its journey to take off in 2025 as Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new world-class airline wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), dominated industry conversations with a series of major announcements at last week’s Dubai Airshow. Making its first appearance at one of the most significant aviation events …

DUBAI: Air Maniax, the newly launched innovative indoor family adventure park located at Arabian Center Mall, has taken Dubai’s entertainment scene by storm, transforming the mall into a hub of exhilarating activity and drawing in families and visitors in unprecedented numbers. With a resounding impact on footfall and engagement, Air Maniax has quickly become a beloved and integral part of …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (Middle East) is organizing 6th HSMAI ROC ME Commercial Strategy Conference, scheduled to take place on the 28th and 29th November at Conrad Dubai. ROC ME Commercial Strategy Conference is a highly anticipated event, bringing the hospitality industry together, It promises to be an inspiring gathering that will bring together unparalleled opportunities for knowledge exchange …

DUBAI: As the 2023 Dubai Airshow came to a close, two luxury vehicles winners were announced in the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise promotion at the draw held today at the Dubai Airshow site in Dubai World Central. Mr. Alexander Podgorny, a 38-year-old Russian national based in Sharjah, became a proud owner of a Mercedes Benz G63 (Polar White), with …

News Desk DUBAI: Hermis Haridas, a Dubai-based renowned nature and wildlife photographer, has clinched four international photography awards for a single captivating image captured at the scenic Al Qudra Lakes in Dubai. The accolades were bestowed upon Hermis for his exceptional talent in photographing a Hoopoe, a mesmerising bird native to the region. The winning image, taken with Hermis’s new …

News Desk DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and the Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, visited Emirates’ four-class A380 aircraft static display at the 2023 Dubai Airshow, touring the airline’s fully refreshed First, Business and Economy Class cabins, as well as Emirates’ latest Premium Economy cabin. His Highness Sheikh …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates today announced an order for 15 additional Airbus A350-900s at the Dubai Airshow 2023, worth US$ 6 billion. This takes Emirates’ total A350 order book to a total of 65 units. HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates airline and Group said: “The A350-900s will add to our fleet mix and we …

DUBAI: At the Dubai Airshow, Etihad Airways CEO Antonoaldo Neves told CNN’s Richard Quest how the company plans to compete in a region with an ever-growing number of airlines. https://x.com/cnnipr/status/1724945999620178083?s=20 Neves said that Etihad will grow by building a strong network, “I believe a lot in networks. So, the growth can only be done because we believe there is space to strengthen the network. …

News Desk DUBAI: Excitement is in the air as Centrepoint’s highly anticipated flagship store is now officially open on Level 1 of BurJuman Mall. Spanning an impressive 43,400 sq. ft, this expansive store from the esteemed Landmark Group proudly introduces four of the region’s most cherished, budget-friendly, and trendsetting brands – Splash, Shoe Mart, BabyShop, and Lifestyle. Visitors of BurJuman …