By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, today officially opened the 26th edition of the Dubai International Boat Show at its stunning temporary home at the mouth of the Dubai Canal in Jumeirah. Held from February 27th to March 3rd at the Dubai Canal, next to the Dubai Ladies Club, the Middle East’s number one …

BIZ TODAY REPORT RIYADH: TIME Hotels’ CEO, Mohamed Awadalla, has outlined the importance of mid-market hotels to the Kingdom’s tourism industry during the inaugural Saudi Arabia Hotel Investment Conference (SHIC), which took place yesterday, 26th February at the Marriott Convention Centre, Riyadh Marriott Hotel. According to new research, published ahead of SHIC by Colliers International, recent reforms in Saudi Arabia …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI:  The Dubai International Boat Show will return tomorrow February 27th with thrilling water sports, internationally renowned celebrity athletes, incredible superyachts, fun-filled entertainment venues and much more. Located at a stunning new temporary location at the mouth of the Dubai Canal near Dubai Ladies Club,the 26th edition of the Dubai International Boat Show, taking place from February 27th to …

DUBAI: Emirates today announced its sponsorship of the newly developed UAE U17 and Open National Netball Teams. The sponsorship will see the ‘Emirates’ logo appear on the front of the UAE U17 and Open National Netball teams’ playing and training kits, and the airline will also provide travel support for the teams. Watch the U17 UAE National Netball team train for the …

MANAMA: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, today hosted an event gathering key government officials, dignitaries, trade and corporate partners, Falconflyer members, the airline’s workforce and media outlets from across the Kingdom. At the event, H.E. Mr. Zayed Bin Rashid Alzayani, Chairman of Gulf Air’s Board of Directors welcomed attendees and introduced Gulf Air Chief Executive …

LONDON: British Airways hosted a special Aerobility Aurora flight last night to view the northern lights at 30,000 feet. Aerobility supporters, volunteers and British Airways crew enjoyed a spectacular evening hosted by Tim Peake. The British astronaut joined 142 lucky stargazers on the Aerobility Aurora flight that took off from Gatwick and headed North to take in the natural light display. Starwatchers started the …

ADDIS ABABA: Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star  Global  Airline, is pleased to announce that it has achieved yet another milestone, becoming the first A350 XWB Simulator Operator in Africa and among the few in the world. This machine is fitted with a full electrical motion system which delivers improved performance while providing …

MUSCAT: Oman Air, the national carrier for the Sultanate of Oman, is launching three new routes this year to Istanbul, Turkey in June, Casablanca, Morocco in July, and Moscow, Russia in October. While Istanbul and Moscow will be served by Oman Air’s Boeing 737-800, Casablanca will be served by 787-8. The new flight to Istanbul will launch on 1 June. …

SYDNEY: Qantas will establish a pilot academy capable of training up to 500 pilots a year, to help meet the increasing need for skilled aviators in one of the fastest growing global industries. The Qantas Group Pilot Academy is expected to open its doors to students during 2019 and is likely to be established near an existing airfield in regional …

DUBAI: Emirates Aviation University recently hosted more than 20 companies at its campus in Dubai International Academic City, to help its students and graduates advance their job-seeking skills and gain access to career experts and local employers offering opportunities. EAU students had the opportunity to receive consultations, participate in mock interviews and gain professional advice as well as network with potential …