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 …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free today announced record half-year sales performance posting a 5.34% year-on-year increase with turnover reaching Dhs4.118 billion (US$1.128 billion) for the first six months of 2025. This exceeded last year’s previous record turnover for the first half of the year by Dhs208.95 million (US$ 57.24 million). The airport retailer recorded robust growth in April, May …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Airports organized a guided travel simulation experience at Dubai International Airport (DXB) for a group of children with autism spectrum disorder enrolled in the Ta’alouf Programme. The programme is run by Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health. The experience aimed to boost the children’s self-confidence and prepare them and their families to travel …

News Desk DUBAI: FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the Dubai-based artisanal brand behind the iconic chocolate sensation, has teamed up with JOALI Maldives – the Indian Ocean’s first art-immersive luxury island resort. From 2nd July 2025, travellers to JOALI Maldives will be able to savour FIX, The Original Dubai Chocolate, a cult dessert experience that has captivated the world. Known for its bold creativity, rich layers, and unforgettable textures …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates Aviation University (EAU) celebrated its 35th graduation ceremony by honouring 154 bright, savvy and accomplished scholars who are poised to shape the future of global aviation. Since 1991, EAU has graduated over 26,000 students, the size of a small city or large town, shaping the workforce and the future of not just Emirates, but also the …

News Desk DUBAI: MMGY Global, the world’s leading integrated marketing and communications firm specializing in travel, tourism and hospitality, announced today the acquisition of Think Strawberries (TS), a premier travel representation and marketing brand. Headquartered in India with a robust presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, TS will now operate as MMGY Think Strawberries, marking MMGY Global’s official entry into …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: In a vibrant celebration of culinary excellence and industry solidarity, Real ChampionsPK, led by the dynamic Chef Hamza Abid Rafique, hosted the “Gathering of Real ChampionsPK” on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Floresta Restaurant, Clifton, Karachi. The event, powered by Andaaz Foods, brought together a who’s who of Pakistan’s top chefs and hospitality professionals. Esteemed chefs in attendance included Chef Irfan Wasti, …

News Desk DUBAI: Yango Group, a global technology company, today launched its Transport Service in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. Integrated into the Yango Superapp, this free feature delivers public transport routes and schedules, empowering residents and guests to navigate the Emirates efficiently. The service expands Yango’s growing ecosystem in the UAE — including ride-hailing, delivery, and car rental — reinforcing …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Returning for its most ambitious edition yet, Dubai Airshow 2025 is set to transform the skies and the sector, with a programme designed to elevate engagement, connection, and innovation. Registration is now officially open for the 19th edition, scheduled for 17-21 November 2025 at Dubai World Central (DWC). Reflecting the UAE’s visionary ambitions and rapidly growing aviation sector, …

Emirates will be layering on more retrofitted Boeing 777s and Airbus A380s on its existing schedules to Shanghai and Zurich; expanding Milan, Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires schedules; and upgrading its services to Shanghai and Singapore with A380 deployments. Emirates’ latest schedule, capacity enhancements and newly retrofitted aircraft deployments are in response to increased demand across the airline’s network …