in Airports Posted 22 April 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports has reported a 15.1% increase in passenger traffic during the first quarter of 2014 at Abu Dhabi International Airport, as compared to Q1 2013.
in Events / Airports Posted 20 April 2014
Decision-makers from key regional airports and aviation organisations have signed up as Hosted Buyers for the 14th edition of Airport Show taking place in Dubai from May 11 to 13.
in Air Transport / General Aviation / Flight Services & Support / Airports Posted 18 April 2014
The UAE hosted a symposium on air traffic management (ATM) in Abu Dhabi last week, to focus the attention on the challenges the region is facing for its air navigation.
in Airports Posted 17 April 2014
Emirates airline will continue to serve all of its worldwide destinations during the 80-day period of runway upgrading works at Dubai International starting 1 May.
in Airports Posted 15 April 2014
Air Arabia, the newly designated carrier of Ras Al Khaimah, today joined the emirate's tourism and aviation authorities to announce the operational details of its soon to open hub at RAK International Airport.
in Airports Posted 11 April 2014
NOTAM reports issued by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority have sent a clear indication that the country's new international airport will become operational at the end of this month.
in Airports Posted 10 April 2014
In partnership with DFS Group, Abu Dhabi International Airport has opened its new 'Fragrances by DFS' boutique.
in Airports / Route Planning & Tourism Posted 10 April 2014
In celebration of Emirates' 10 successful years at Glasgow Airport, an Emirates A380 will today fly a one-off Glasgow to Dubai service and open a new dedicated lounge facility at the Scottish airport this summer.
in General Aviation / Airports Posted 9 April 2014
Oil company Shell has today formally launched its global Aviation Centre of Excellence (ACE) - a proposition designed for fixed-base operators (FBOs) and small and medium size airports.
in Airports / Route Planning & Tourism Posted 9 April 2014
Qatar Airways has moved to join its fellow oneworld alliance partners in Terminal 2 of Tokyo's Narita International Airport.
in Air Transport / Technology / Airports Posted 9 April 2014
UK air traffic services provider NATS signed an MoU in Abu Dhabi this week with Airbus ProSky, with the aim of providing new market propositions that can increase capacity and improve the efficiency of the air traffic
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 7 April 2014
Etihad Airways and its Abu Dhabi home-base continue to benefit from the airline's strategy of working closely with network partners which, in turn, is supporting economic growth in markets around the world,
in Airports Posted 31 March 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports has reported a 15.6% increase in passenger traffic during February 2014 at Abu Dhabi International Airport, as compared to February 2013.
in Events / Airports Posted 31 March 2014
For the fourth consecutive year Qatar Airways took home Best Premium Service Facilities at the Skytrax World Airport Awards, held last week in Barcelona, Spain.
in Airports Posted 26 March 2014
Airline baggage delivery hit an all-time high in 2013, with the mishandling rate dropping more than 21% from 2012, according to air transport IT specialist, SITA.
in Airports Posted 26 March 2014
Serco, the international service company, has announced that it has signed a contract with Sharjah Civil Aviation Department to continue to provide air navigation services at Sharjah International
in Airports Posted 25 March 2014
Double-digit passenger traffic growth continued at Dubai International for the seventh consecutive month during February, according to the latest traffic statistics issued by operator Dubai Airports.
in Airports Posted 24 March 2014
Airports Council International (ACI) has announced this year's inductees into ACI's Director General's Roll of Excellence.
in Airports Posted 24 March 2014
Libyan authorities are continuing to investigate the security breach that led to a bomb being exploded on the runway of Tripoli's main airport at the weekend.
in Airports Posted 24 March 2014
TAV Airports has submitted the highest bid of 717 million Euro+VAT during the tender held regarding the operating rights of the Milas-Bodrum Airport, one of the most significant tourism destinations of Turkey, for 20 years.
in Airports Posted 12 March 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports today signed an agreement with ADNOC Distribution to support Abu Dhabi International Airport's (AUH) growth, well beyond the opening of the Midfield Terminal.
in Airports Posted 7 March 2014
Etihad Airways is operating extra flights today to help clear the backlog of passengers affected by yesterday's runway closure during dense fog at Abu Dhabi International Airport.
in Airports Posted 6 March 2014
As a result of the extreme low visibility conditions at Abu Dhabi International Airport this morning, a number of aircraft were diverted to other airports in the region.
in Business Aviation / Airports Posted 27 February 2014
Abu Dhabi-based international luxury flight services company Royal Jet confirmed today that the planning and development of its integrated base at Al Bateen executive airport is well underway with first phase
in Airports Posted 26 February 2014
Dubai International started the New Year with record monthly traffic, exceeding 6.4 million passengers in January.
in Airports Posted 26 February 2014
Jet Aviation is preparing to move its Dubai operations to Dubai World Central (DWC) during runway construction at the emirate's international airport, from May through July, the company said yesterday.
in Airports Posted 21 February 2014
Turkish Airlines has further enhanced the award winning services offered by Europe's Best Airline* with a 40 per cent expansion and design refurbishment of its departure lounge at Ataturk International Airport.
in Airports Posted 18 February 2014
Passenger growth at Abu Dhabi International Airport has marked another double digit increase with a 14.5% rise for January compared to the same month last year.
in Airports Posted 17 February 2014
Air traffic over and into the UAE continued to see growth into the new year with more than 5% increase compared to the same month in 2013.
in Airports Posted 16 February 2014
Middle East airports continued to dominate global growth statistics according to ACI, the umbrella group for airports worldwide.
In its annual report, ACI said that the Middle East continued to achieve the highest
in Airports Posted 14 February 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports' Midfield Terminal Building (MTB) – is inviting bids from potential commercial partners to deliver “the jewel in the crown” of global aviation.
in Airports Posted 5 February 2014
Today the first assembled steel arch of the Midfield Terminal Building (MTB) was installed at Abu Dhabi Airports, marking the launch of the roof structure sequence for the mega project which will change the skyline of Abu Dhabi as the future gateway continues to rise
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 2 February 2014 · 3 Comments
Following the collapse of RAK Airways a month ago, Sharjah-based Air Arabia has stepped in to rescue services to the northern-most emirate.
in Business Aviation / Airports Posted 2 February 2014
Abu Dhabi's executive airport, Al Bateen, is continuing to see growth. Abu Dhabi Airports announced today an 18% increase in visiting aircraft traffic and 6% increase in commercial aircraft traffic during 2013, compared to 2012.
in Air Transport / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Airports Posted 31 January 2014
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has launched its new strategic plan for the years 2014-2016 under the theme “Building the Future of Aviation Together”, which, it said, will have a positive impact on the civil aviation
in Airports Posted 29 January 2014
Abu Dhabi Airports has reported that 2013 was once again a record year in Abu Dhabi International Airport's history.
in Airports Posted 29 January 2014
Dubai International registered another banner year with annual passenger traffic reaching 66,431,533 in 2013, following a record-breaking December when passenger numbers eclipsed the 6 million mark for the first time.
in Air Transport / Technology / Airports Posted 24 January 2014
Dubai Airports has awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation a contract for the delivery of the Analytics module of its Airport Realtime Collaboration (ARC) suite to Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS).
in Events / Airports Posted 20 January 2014
Dubai will host Expo 2020 which is expected to spur an unprecedented airport investments boom in UAE.
in Air Transport / Flight Services & Support / Airports / People / Show News Posted 17 January 2014
Saudi Ground Services Company says yesterday's announcement of the launch of the new Saudi Gulf airline can only mean good news.
in Airports Posted 17 January 2014
Khartoum Airport has outlined its aspiration to become a major hub for Africa following the signing of a major development contract with a Chinese contractor at the Bahrain Airshow yesterday.
in Air Transport / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Technology / Airports Posted 16 January 2014
Global air traffic management group CANSO is planning on its Middle East conference agreeing a Middle East strategy and engagement plan for the region's air traffic management,
in Airports Posted 16 January 2014
Bahrain International Airport has launched a BD30 million ($80 million) programme of short-term enhancements, with an order to replace the airbridges at the Muharraq site.
in Airports Posted 16 January 2014
Qatar Duty Free (QDF), a subsidiary of Qatar Airways has ushered in the lucky year of the Horse this Chinese New Year with themed promotions all through January and February in 2014.
in Airports Posted 16 January 2014
Emirates Group Security has received an award by the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection in recognition of the Group's cooperation and assistance in border enforcement.
in Airports Posted 10 January 2014
Glenbeigh Records Management (GRM) officially opened its facility at Dubai World Central (DWC) yesterday in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation and the Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny, who is
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 31 December 2013
Flydubai is to move some of its summer operations to Dubai World Central (DWC) in a move that many industry analysts believe could herald a greater exodus to the new Al Maktoum International Airpory.
in Events / Airports Posted 31 December 2013
The Airport Show 2014 edition will be held in Dubai from May 11 to 13 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
in Airports Posted 30 December 2013
Dubai International is set to surpass the traffic forecast for the year, as the airport recorded another month of high growth this November, according to the monthly traffic report issued by Dubai
in Airports Posted 29 December 2013
The Arabian Gulf states are investing massively in airport security to eliminate potential risks and threats and ensure a seamless experience to millions of passengers who are passing through the world's new global travel crossroads.
in Airports Posted 18 December 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the grand opening of the Premier Inn hotel at Abu Dhabi International Airport.
in Air Transport / Airports / People Posted 18 December 2013
Gulf Air's manager of Emergency Response Planning and Security, Mrs Hala Azam has been elected for a three year term, to the position of chairperson of the Arab Air Carriers Organisation's (AACO) first Emergency Response Planning Taskforce (ERPTF).
in Events / Airports Posted 11 December 2013 · 1 Comment
The global aircraft rescue and fire fighting conference - ARFF 2013 has been taking place at the Oberoi Hotel in Dubai yesterday and today having opened with key messages aimed to ensure the world's airports are ready to deal with
in Technology / Airports Posted 11 December 2013
Thales signed a contract with the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) for the modernisation of Iraqi airspace.
in Airports Posted 11 December 2013
Jetex Flight Support has entered into an agreement with Bentley Motors Middle East to offer chauffeured luxury car transportation at the company's new FBO at Dubai World Central.
in Airports Posted 9 December 2013
Kuwait International Airport's seven million annual passengers will enjoy new self-service check-in kiosks in a deal with air transport IT specialist, SITA.
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 6 December 2013
Aviation consultancy specialist CAA International (CAAi) has won an exclusive advisory services contract to review and provide recommendations on the update of Kuwait's safety regulatory system in compliance with the
in Airports Posted 4 December 2013
An impressive 84% of passengers at Abu Dhabi International Airport carry a smartphone, according to the latest global survey by air transport IT provider SITA. The 2013.
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 3 December 2013
On 1 December 2013 at 22:00 (local time), the first Qatar Airways Cargo shipment was received at the new Hamad International Airport (HIA).
in Airports Posted 28 November 2013
To commemorate the 42nd National Day, Abu Dhabi Airports is ensuring that passengers, visitors and employees will have an opportunity to learn about the UAE's history.
in Airports Posted 26 November 2013
Arinc EMEA scooped a highly commended accolade in the Technology Implementation of the Year category in the prestigious Aviation Business Awards 2013 - held during the Dubai Air Show last week - for the new processing
in Airports Posted 14 November 2013
Emirates recently expanded its presence at Dubai International airport with the opening of two new retail stores in Concourse A. Featuring more than 200 items of Emirates merchandise, the stores are the airline's eighth and ninth
in Airports Posted 6 November 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports has released Abu Dhabi International Airport's (AUH) traffic report for the month of September 2013.
in Airports Posted 30 October 2013
Royal Jordanian diverted several flights to Aqaba today due to dusty weather
in Airports Posted 28 October 2013
Budapest became the world's first city to be linked to the newest international airport, Dubai World Central, Al Maktoum International, when its leading scheduled carrier Wizz Air inaugurated scheduled flights from Budapest Airport
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 27 October 2013
Dubai World Central (DWC) - targeted to be the biggest airport in the world - is now up and running.
in Airports / People Posted 25 October 2013
TAV Airports CEO & president, Dr. Sani Sener has been unanimously selected by the board of ACI Europe to represent the European region at the Governing Board of ACI World starting January 1, 2014.
in Airports Posted 25 October 2013
As part of the Absher government initiative for training and employing UAE Nationals, Abu Dhabi Airports has rolled out the "Al Eqla'a" train-to-hire programme through Abu Dhabi Airports' training arm, the Gulf
in Airports Posted 23 October 2013
Dubai Airports today confirmed that Gulf Air has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to become the first full-service network carrier to fly into Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC).
in Airports Posted 22 October 2013
During a live celebration, Abu Dhabi Airports said that the placement of the first buttress for the main structural steel arches of the Midfield Terminal Building (MTB), was completed seven days ahead of schedule.
in Airports Posted 10 October 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports and Avaya, have announced the signing of a ten-year partnership to enhance the airports company's customer-facing and internal workforce capabilities across its operations.
in Airports Posted 9 October 2013
A joint venture between Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) and Royal Jordanian Airlines has been awarded the exclusive contract to provide Meet & Assist Services at the new Queen Alia International
in Events / Airports Posted 7 October 2013
Aviation fire and rescue specialists from around the world will be converging on Dubai, December 10-11, as the city hosts the global Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting event.
in Airports / Route Planning & Tourism Posted 7 October 2013
OAG, is at World Routes in Las Vegas, and today launched OAG Traffic Analyser, which it describes as a powerful online analysis tool that provides access to scheduled airline passenger booking data.
in Events / Airports Posted 4 October 2013
As the host of ACI Airport Exchange 2013, Doha International Airport (DIA) will be offering a series of tours of its brand new $15.5bn Hamad International Airport (HIA), for delegates attending next month's event (11-13 November).
in Airports Posted 1 October 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the launch of the new Abu Dhabi Duty Free brand.
in Technology / Airports Posted 1 October 2013
The implementation of systems at Ras Al Khaimah's RAK International Airport has been completed by technology specialists Arinc . The systems, part of a multi-million dollar contract, went live this morning.
in Airports / Route Planning & Tourism Posted 1 October 2013
Kuwaiti low cost carrier Jazeera Airways is to become the second airline to begin operations to the new passenger terminal at Dubai World Central's Al Maktoum airport.
in Airports Posted 29 September 2013
Abu Dhabi International Airport saw more than 1.5 million (1,538,632) passengers travel through the UAE capital's airport in August, marking a significant growth of 18.5% compared to the same period in 2012.
in Air Transport / Events / Airports Posted 27 September 2013
HE Akbar Al Baker, CEO, Doha International Airport and Qatar Airways, is to deliver the keynote arena address at ACI Airport Exchange in Doha, 11-13 November.
in Airports Posted 25 September 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports is hosting the 2nd Airports Council International (ACI) Environment and Safety Committee at Hilton Al Maqtaa which runs until tomorrow.
in Airports Posted 24 September 2013
Traffic at the world's second busiest international airport surged 23.8 per cent in August making it the busiest month in terms of passenger numbers in Dubai International's history, according to traffic
in Airports Posted 24 September 2013
Global security and outsourcing group G4S has been awarded a two year extension to its contract to provide aviation security at Baghdad International Airport (BIAP).
in Flight Services & Support / Training / Airports Posted 23 September 2013
International service company Serco and Iraq's Al Burhan Group, have signed a new agreement with the Iraq Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) to continue providing Air Traffic Control (ATC) services, training and support
in Business Aviation / Airports Posted 23 September 2013
Dubai World Central's (DWC) first business aviation FBO hangar has been completed.
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 22 September 2013
Emirates SkyCargo has begun construction of its new terminal at Dubai World Central's Al Maktoum International Airport (AMIA) and is on schedule with phase one of the construction of the terminal on track for completion in December.
in Events / Airports Posted 21 September 2013
Kuwait's plans to upgrade its international airport, along with investment in the fleet of Kuwait Airways is giving a boost to the Kuwait International Airport Development Forum (KIADF) which takes place in December.
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 19 September 2013
Saudi Arabia's Nasair could be rethinking its proposed move to Dubai World Central (DWC) as the launch airline for passenger operations at the new Al Maktoum International Airport at Jebel Ali.
in Airports Posted 17 September 2013
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), the sole regulator of all licensed airfields within the UAE, has certified Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) for passenger operations after assessing and confirming full
in Airports Posted 17 September 2013
G4S has signed a new three-year contract with Dubai Airports which will see G4S provide its existing operations as well as a range of additional services to the second busiest airport in the world for international passenger traffic.
in Airports Posted 6 September 2013
Oman's National Centre for Statistics and Information has said the number of flights through Muscat International Airport rose 8.7% during the first six months of this year to 17,603, compared with 16,191 during the same
in Airports Posted 4 September 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports Company has released Abu Dhabi International Airport's (AUH) traffic report for the month of July 2013 which highlights a growth of 4.8% in passenger traffic compared to July 2012,
in Airports Posted 28 August 2013
Passenger traffic at Dubai International, the world's second busiest airport for international passengers, rose 6.1 per cent in July, according to a traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports.
in Airports / Route Planning & Tourism Posted 26 August 2013
Egypt's Ministry of Civil Aviation is pressing ahead with infrastructure improvements at Cairo's main international airport despite rising concerns about the stability and safety for visitors to the capital.
in Airports Posted 18 August 2013
Abu Dhabi is to get a new VIP terminal at the emirate's international airport as part of its capacity enhancement programme in a move that the airport said is in line with its ambition to provide a world class travel experience.
in Air Transport / Airports Posted 18 August 2013
The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) has projected 375,000 aircraft movements for the Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central (DWC) in 2013, rising to 665,000 in 2020.
in Airports Posted 15 August 2013 · 1 Comment
Abu Dhabi Duty Free (ADDF) sales revenues showed significant growth in the first half of 2013, increasing by over AED 108 million and reaching AED 437.6 million, representing a 17.4% increase compared to the
in Airports Posted 5 August 2013
The Arrivals Hall at Abu Dhabi International Airport will be relocated to the lower level of Terminals 1 and 3 from August 6.
in Airports Posted 1 August 2013
With a large number of UAE residents expected to travel this Eid Al Fitr, Emirates is reminding its customers of key time checks for on-time departures at Emirates Terminal 3, Dubai International airport.
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