By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), confirming their intention to enter a strategic partnership that will include a comprehensive codeshare agreement and increased flights between Kenya and Qatar Airways’ award-winning Doha hub, Hamad International Airport.The MoU signing took place in Doha between Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr …

Web Desk DUBAI: The Emirates Group’s efforts to align with this year’s UN call to end plastic pollution were on display at its ‘Tomorrow Takes Flight’ event, its annual sustainability showcase. The exhibition echoed the international organisation’s mission to reduce single-use plastic products, spotlighting Emirates’ and dnata’s efforts and approach to ‘Consuming Responsibly’ through sourcing, reusing, repurposing, and reducing plastic and …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Airports announced a strategic joint venture with JINGDONG Property (JDP), the infrastructure arm of global e-commerce leader JD.com, to develop and operate advanced logistics facilities within Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ). The strategic partnership will see the construction of two state-of-the-art warehouses, bonded and non-bonded, spanning a total gross floor area of over 70,000 …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Guest has announced 12.5 million additional miles up for grabs in the second phase of The Extraordinary Challenge, bringing the grand total prize pot to over 20 million Etihad Guest Miles for over 200 potential winners. Last month, Etihad’s loyalty programme, Etihad Guest, launched the competition with five million Etihad Guest Miles to the first …

Web Desk KARACHI: The Consul of Italy in Karachi, Fabrizio Bielli, hosted a networking event to connect with selected reporters, editors, journalists, and media representatives, acknowledging the media fraternity’s dedication and hard work. During the event, Consul Fabrizio Bielli expressed appreciation for their essential role in society, highlighting their continuous efforts to report events objectively and responsibly. Guests engaged in …

News Desk DUBAI: As the industry navigates evolving trade patterns, commitment to an exceptional customer experience has never been more important. Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, is doubling down on providing a world-class experience to its customers, by tracking metrics that demonstrate the airline’s role as a trusted and reliable partner for global trade. …

News Desk DUBAI/MUSCAT: Emirates’ highly anticipated Airbus A350 is now a regular sight at Muscat International Airport, with the start of regular daily services between Dubai and Muscat. The deployment of the next-generation aircraft, originally slated for 1 July, was brought forward by a week. The aircraft operates flight EK 866, which departs Dubai at 2:15 am and arrives in …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost carrier, has announced its On-Time Performance (OTP) results for the second quarter of 2025, reaffirming its commitment to operational reliability and transparency. OTP is a measure of how often an airline is on time and is an indicator of the airline’s ability to meet its commitment to punctuality for its customers. Between April …

Sport Desk DUBAI: Emirates and World Rugby have announced a new partnership which will see the airline become an Official Partner of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, kicking off on 22 August in England. Emirates will continue its support of match officiating with the sponsorship of  World Rugby Match Officials during Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, helping foster the growth and development …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has broken ground on its new Aircraft Maintenance Centre at Dubai South. The multimillion dollar facility, set to complete construction in the last quarter of 2026, will ensure an increased level of control and quicker maintenance turnaround for the carrier’s growing fleet. Spread over 32,600 square metres, the maintenance centre will house an …