News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Dury Free is heading into the final quarter of the year, setting a new monthly record in September, with sales reaching AED 671.79 million (US$184 million). This new record was fueled by a strong surge in demand for luxury goods, electronics, and confectionery. This milestone eclipses the previous September record of AED600 million (US$165 million) set …

By Rafiq Vayani LONDON: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is unlocking more opportunities for travel with the addition of six weekly flights to its London Heathrow schedule, starting 26 October 2025. The boosted schedule for the winter season follows record growth and demand, providing more convenience and departure time choices for travellers journeying to and from London Heathrow, and is …

News Desk GENEVA: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the joint World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS) on 5–6 November 2025 in Istanbul, Türkiye, hosted by Turkish Airlines. The event brings together leaders across retailing, finance, payments, and digital identity. “Aviation is on the cusp of a major transformation. New retailing models, disruptive payment technologies, and digital identity …

By Rafiq Vayani KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia today officially opens the Global Tourism Meet 2025 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, welcoming over 600 international buyers, 100 media representatives, and 400 Malaysian tourism sellers for a high-impact, three-day business event poised to elevate the nation’s global tourism standing. Hosted by Tourism Malaysia, the event is a strategic platform to spotlight Malaysia’s …

LAHORE: inDrive, the global mobility and urban services platform, has announced a nationwide pledge to distribute 15,000 helmets to drivers, reaffirming its role as an industry leader in promoting road safety in Pakistan. The pledge was formalized in collaboration with the City Traffic Police Lahore, underlining the shared vision of creating safer roads and a culture of responsible mobility. Dr. …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: DWTC Hospitality, the award-winning catering division of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC),and Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC),have announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that brings together two of the region’s leading forces in event catering and hospitality services. By combining their respective capabilities, the partnership aims to transform the event catering and hospitality …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Airports, the operator of the busiest international airport, has enlisted Paralympian Jessica Smith, disability rights expert Fatma Al Jassim, and the advocacy foundation, Team AngelWolf as strategic advisors. This move is a major step toward making Dubai International (DXB) the world’s most accessible and inclusive airport. The new advisors will leverage their expertise and advocacy …

MONTRIAL: The International Air Transport Association (IATA), together with carbon market stakeholders, is calling on governments worldwide to urgently address the extremely limited supply of carbon credits available for airlines to fulfill their obligations under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). Specifically, the signatories call on governments to issue Letters of Authorization (LoAs) which enable the release of …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways today celebrated its inaugural flight to Peshawar (PEW), expanding its network in Pakistan and providing convenient access for travellers from Pakistan to the UAE, GCC and across Etihad’s wider network. The new direct service connects Abu Dhabi to Peshawar, the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a city renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways has launched its game-changing new A321LR aircraft on all flights to and from Kolkata, bringing a refined luxury experience to the popular Indian route. The sold-out inaugural flight, EY222, touched down at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU), Kolkata, India at 8.35pm on 24 September. All of Etihad’s eight return flights per week between …