Hamad International Airport (HIA) has officially launched an innovative ‘Digital Twin’ initiative as part of its smart airport program. This Digital Twin provides a real-time view of the airport through an intuitive 3D interface. Its powerful analytical engine integrates information from multiple airport systems to provide intelligent recommendations to help optimize operations. The development combined 3D modelling techniques, data-analytics, and …

Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi International Airport have geared up resources and are ready to welcome 2.7 million network passengers over the summer months, following a surge in demand for global travel. Over 1.4 million passengers will depart from Abu Dhabi International Airport, including 330,000 local joiners, with more than 1100 weekly network-wide departures. Mohammad Al Bulooki, Chief Operating Officer, …

The British Council in collaboration with Patakha Pictures in Pakistan and the Scottish Documentary Institute in the UK organized a film screening event for “Pakistan Stories” at a hotel in Islamabad. Pakistan Stories seeks to support a new generation of female Pakistani documentary filmmakers to enable them to create engaging films that reflect on their society, and Pakistan’s 75 years …

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will resume direct passenger flights between Abu Dhabi and Beijing from 29 June 2022, becoming the first regular direct international passenger flight to recommence for Beijing, under the latest mandate of the Joint Prevention and Control Mechanism of the State Council. The airline will operate a weekly flight on a …

The Hajj Committee atDubai Airports has announced that it has finalised preparations to ensure a smooth and seamless airport experience for customers who will be travelling for the Islamic pilgrimage of Hajj to Saudi Arabia in the coming days and weeks. Dubai Airports’ Hajj Committee which comprises representatives from key service partners including Dubai Police, the General Directorate of Residency …

The Meydan Hotel is hosting irresistible offers through the Eid-Al-Adha holidays, including brunches, fine dining, live DJ and more to indulge in over the long weekend. The hotel’s guests can look forward to a relaxing break as they take in gorgeous views of the Meydan Racecourse and relish international cuisines. Serving an extensive menu featuring Arabic, Middle Eastern, European and …

Emirates partners with Shahid, the world’s leading Arabic streaming platform, to offer premium content exclusively onboard its award-winning inflight entertainment system, ice. Shahid is part of MBC GROUP, the largest and leading media company in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). This partnership makes Emirates ice the only channel to offer access to highly popular titles by Shahid Originals, …

To mark the United Nation’s Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME) Day, and the vital role these enterprises play in post-pandemic recovery, Emirates is empowering MSMEs to seek growth opportunities with an attractive incentive for new members who enrol into the Emirates Business Rewards programme. Eligible businesses around the world who sign up for a first-time account anytime from 25 June to 10 July …

Fly Jinnah – another low-cost carrier joins Pakistan’s aviation industry. The airline is a joint venture between Air Arabia and Lakson Group. Fly Jinnah got the license from the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority last year and will now soon start their operations in June 2022. Sastaticket.pk welcomes Fly Jinnah and look forward to great times ahead. Fly Jinnah is the …

The 15th Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby took place at the Curragh Racecourse, Co. Kildare (Ireland) on Saturday 25th June, 2022 when the Ralph Beckett trained ‘Westover’ went first past the post in the confident hands of jockey, Colin Keane.  The Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby is the feature event of the festival of high-octane racing, where the best horses, …