Abu Dhabi Ports wins Gold CSR Accreditation
Abu Dhabi Ports has become the first-ever company from the Middle East to win a prestigious international CSR award from the UK-based CSR Accreditation (CSRA).
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in Events Airport Show to be held in Dubai in May
Posted 30 March 2021
Reed Exhibitions Middle East, organisers of the Airport Show, the world’s leading airport industry B2B platform has rescheduled the event’s 20th edition in Dubai for three days from 24th May at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
in Events Airbus secures the first race of the F1 season in Bahrain
Posted 29 March 2021
Airbus provided secure communications technology for the recently concluded Formula 1 Gulf Air Grand Prix race in Sakhir, Bahrain.
in Events Zimbabwe’s Gweru Airport and PLM Middle East announce strategic partnership
Posted 22 March 2021
Zimbabwe’s Gweru Airport and PLM Middle East announced a strategic partnership for Airport Development with a 176 million dollars investment plan at the 2021 Arab Aviation Summit (AAS).
in Events Etihad Airways marks one year since UAE announces grounding of flights
Posted 22 March 2021
Etihad Airways has marked one year since the UAE announced flights were to be grounded due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
in Events FAI wins Pandemic Response Special Award
Posted 22 March 2021
Germany‘s Air Ambulance Specialist and Special Mission Operator FAI rent-a-jet AG has been honoured with the Pandemic Response Special Award at the 2021 Aviation Annual Achievement Awards in Dubai.
in Events Arab Aviation Summit kicks-off in RAK
Posted 22 March 2021
The 2021 Arab Aviation Summit (AAS), the region’s leading aviation and tourism industry event, commenced yesterday at Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
in Events 77th IATA AGM postponed until October
Posted 18 March 2021
IATA has announced the postponement of the 77th IATA Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit.
in Events Key speakers announced at 2021 Arab Aviation Summit
Posted 18 March 2021
2021 Arab Aviation Summit (AAS), the region’s aviation and tourism industry event, has announced keynote speakers for the summit taking place in Ras Al Khaimah from March 21 until 22 at Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference
in Events Etihad Engineering wins ‘MRO Service Provider of the Year – Commercial Airlines’
Posted 15 March 2021
Etihad Engineering has won ‘MRO Service Provider of the Year – Commercial Airlines’ award at the Aviation Achievement Awards 2021.
in Events Empire Aviation Group is a double award winner
Posted 11 March 2021
Empire Aviation Group was a double winner at the Middle East Aviation Achievement Awards 2021, where the company picked up the ‘Business Aviation Operator of the Year’ and ‘Aircraft Management Service Provider’ awards.
in Events Inmarsat named ‘Satellite Network Provider of the Year’
Posted 11 March 2021
Inmarsat has been named ‘Satellite Network Provider of the Year’ at the Aviation Achievement Awards 2021.
in Events Arabian Travel Week to focus on recovery of Middle East tourism
Posted 8 March 2021
The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will return to Dubai between 16-26 May 2021 with its organiser Reed Exhibitions saying it will focus on recovery of Middle East tourism following the Covid-19 pandemic.
in Events Dubai Airshow to bring aerospace and defence start-ups to launch pad VISTA
Posted 8 March 2021
Dubai Airshow 2021 is to introduce its new dedicated startup event, VISTA, which will be the ultimate platform for innovators, creators and market disruptors to display the latest technologies and play a
in Events AFRAA to launch the Sky-Connect dialogues
Posted 4 March 2021
On 10th March 2021, AFRAA will launch the Sky-Connect dialogues - a monthly top executive leadership series on developments within the aviation space in Africa and globally.
in Events Emirates Group reaffirms commitment to wildlife and habitat conservation
Posted 3 March 2021
On the occasion of World Wildlife Day, the Emirates Group has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to protecting wildlife and habitats.
in Events Qatar Airways named ‘World’s Best Airline’ by Edreams
Posted 2 March 2021
Qatar Airways has been acknowledged for its performance during the global pandemic as the best airline in the world by eDreams, one of Europe’s largest online travel agents.
in Events Boeing reaffirms commitment to Middle East
Posted 18 February 2021
Boeing has shared its outlook for the Middle East defence sector, and reaffirmed its commitment to the region, ahead of the biennial International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX).
in Events SAMI to be part of Saudi Pavilion at IDEX 2021
Posted 18 February 2021
Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) will participate in the International Defense Exhibition (IDEX) 2021 under the title ‘Invest Saudi’ through the Saudi Pavilion.
in Events Airbus to showcase helicopters, defence and space capabilities at IDEX
Posted 15 February 2021
Airbus will showcase a range of technologies, capabilities and solutions from Airbus Defence and Space and Airbus Helicopters at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2021.
in Events Boeing to showcase defence and security capabilities at IDEX 2021
Posted 10 February 2021
Boeing will be on-ground exhibiting its range of defence products and services capabilities at the biennial International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) taking place take place from the 21st to 25th of
in Events IDEX/NAVDEX: Build-up begins for internal and external exhibition stands
Posted 9 February 2021
Build-preparations have begun at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre for the internal and external exhibitions, as well as the live demonstration areas, for IDEX and NAVDEX 2021, taking place between 21
in Events MRO Middle East to take place 15-16 June 2021
Posted 9 February 2021
MRO Middle East will now take place on 15-16 June 2021 at the Dubai World Trade Center.
in Events Dubai Airshow 2021 will demonstrate the role of new technology
Posted 8 February 2021
Dubai Airshow 2021 will serve as a platform to showcase the role of cutting edge technologies in bolstering the recovery of the aviation, aerospace and defence industries following the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on
in Events Bauer Aviation Advisory becomes Gold Sponsor of 2021 Arab Aviation Summit
Posted 8 February 2021
Bauer Aviation Advisory (BAA), the award-winning aviation and strategy consulting firm, has become a Gold Sponsor of the 8th edition of the Arab Aviation Summit, taking place in Ras Al Khaimah from 21-23 March
in Events NBAA, EBAA cancel EBACE2021
Posted 5 February 2021
Due to the global COVID-19 crisis, the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) have announced the cancellation of the 2021 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2021).
in Events Qatar Airways looks forward to welcoming football teams to Qatar
Posted 3 February 2021
Qatar Airways, as official airline partner of the FIFA Club World Cup, said it is looking forward to welcoming continental club champions to the event taking place between 4 – 11 February 2021.
in Events IDEX: Wide number of international speakers set to participate
Posted 3 February 2021
Over 26 global industry leaders, specialists, and experts will attend the International Defence Conference 2021.
in Events Turkish Airlines achieves ‘Diamond’ status in health and safety
Posted 20 January 2021
Turkish Airlines has achieved the highest 'Diamond' status in the health and safety review conducted by APEX and SimpliFlying.
in Features / Events Is this the ‘new norm’ for events?
Posted 14 January 2021
The Dubai HeliShow is set to go ahead in January in both physical and 3D virtual format.
in Events Etihad Airways awarded diamond status in the APEX Health Safety
Posted 13 January 2021
Etihad Airways has been awarded the Diamond status in the inaugural ‘APEX Health Safety, powered by SimpliFlying’ audit, for efforts in ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitisation.
in Events Inmarsat named 'World’s Leading Inflight Internet Service Provider'
Posted 12 January 2021
Inmarsat has been crowned the ‘World’s Leading Inflight Internet Service Provider’ for the fourth year in a row at the World Travel Awards 2020.
in Events Participants at IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exempt from quarantine
Posted 11 January 2021
The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), the organiser of the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021), has received approval from the Abu Dhabi Public Health
in Events UAE Team Emirates makes a visit to Emirates Group Headquarters
Posted 8 January 2021
UAE Team Emirates have arrived in Dubai, making their first stop at Emirates Group Headquarters.
in Events Qatar Airways Cargo gives back to the communities its sustainability project
Posted 6 January 2021
Qatar Airways Cargo is giving back to the communities through its sustainability project WeQare.
in Events ExecuJet MRO Services Wins ‘International’
Posted 6 January 2021
ExecuJet MRO Services is celebrating as winner of the ‘International’ category won by its Dubai facility at the 10th Annual Bombardier Authorized Service Facility (ASF) Excellence Awards, making this the company’s tenth consecutive win since
in Events Tawazun becomes principal partner of IDEX and NAVDEX
Posted 29 December 2020
The International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) have signed a strategic agreement with the Tawazun Economic Council (Tawazun).
in Events Emirates receives APEX 2021 Five Star Global Official Airline Rating
Posted 22 December 2020
Emirates has received the APEX 2021 Five Star Global Official Airline Rating, based on feedback from passengers that was independently collected by APEX via its partnership with TripIt.
in Events Aviation Africa will now take place in July 2021
Posted 22 December 2020
Aviation Africa will move to new dates of 7th & 8th July 2021 at the Kigali Convention Centre in Rwanda.
in Events Dubai Airshow to return in November 2021
Posted 21 December 2020
The Dubai Airshow is set to return for its 17th edition on 14-18 November 2021.
in Events Gulf air celebrates Bahrain’s national day virtually
Posted 17 December 2020
Gulf Air yesterday celebrated the 49th National Day and the anniversary of His Majesty the King’s Accession to the Throne through a virtual platform that was accessible to the airline’s entire workforce in Bahrain and all outstations
in Events Emirates wins ‘Airline of the Year’ at Aviation Business Awards
Posted 17 December 2020
Emirates has taken home Airline of the Year 2020 at the Aviation Business Awards.
in Events ExecuJet MRO wins at Bombardier ASF Excellence Awards
Posted 16 December 2020
ExecuJet MRO Services has won the ‘International’ category by its Dubai facility at the 10th Annual Bombardier Authorized Service Facility (ASF) Excellence Awards.
in Events RJ marks its 57th anniversary
Posted 15 December 2020
Royal Jordanian (RJ) is today celebrating its 57th anniversary since launching in 1963.
in Events Oman Air receives Five Star rating from APEX
Posted 14 December 2020
Oman Air has earned a Five Star rating in the Major Airline category from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX).
in Events Etihad Airways performs flypast of Yas Marina Circuit before F1 race
Posted 14 December 2020
Etihad Airways performed a flypast of Yas Marina Circuit moments before the start of the 17th and final race of the 2020 Formula 1 calendar, Etihad’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner was accompanied by the Al Forsan Aerobatic
in Events Qatar Airways receives APEX Five Star Global Official Airline Rating
Posted 11 December 2020
Qatar Airways has received the 2021 Airline Passenger Experience Association’s (APEX) Five Star Global Official Airline Rating.
in Events Etihad Airways officially rated a Five-Star Global Airline
Posted 10 December 2020
Etihad Airways has been officially rated a Five-Star Global Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). The award was presented to the airline at the virtual APEX Award Ceremony, part of the FTE APEX
in Events Bell EDAT Demonstrator wins “Best of What’s New in Aerospace” award
Posted 9 December 2020
Bell Textron has announced that Popular Science recognised Bell’s Electrically Distributed Anti-Torque (EDAT) innovation as the winner of its “Best of What’s New Award” in the Aerospace category for 2020.
in Events MEBAA Show rescheduled to December 2022
Posted 9 December 2020
The Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) has announced that the region’s business aviation platform, the MEBAA Show, has been rescheduled to its original date cycle and will now take place in December 2022 at DWC, Airshow
in Events ATM: UAE and Bahrain first to benefit from Israeli tourism
Posted 7 December 2020
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will next year will see significant steps to promote Israel as a tourism destination in the UAE and Bahrain.
in Events Turkish Aerospace wins Green World Environment Award
Posted 3 December 2020
Turkish Aerospace has won a Green World Environment Award in the global campaign to find the world's greenest countries, companies and communities with its project “Zero Waste Management & Green Flag League”.
in Air Transport / Defence / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Events Saudi Airshow 2021 postponed
Posted 3 December 2020
The Saudi Airshow- due to take place in February - has been postponed.
in Events Emirates wins three gongs at the World Travel Awards
Posted 30 November 2020
Emirates has been named as the World's Leading Airline in three major categories at the World Travel Awards 2020: World's Leading Economy Class, Airline Rewards Programme and Airline Lounge - Business Class.
in Events Gulf Air gears up for F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix
Posted 25 November 2020
Gulf Air has started its countdown to be the title sponsor of F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix which will take place between 27-29 November.
in Events Emirates Airlines’ marks World Children's Day
Posted 19 November 2020
On World Children's Day, the Emirates Airline Foundation and its NGO partners have shared their hopes for improving the welfare of disadvantaged children around the world.
in Events Emirates wins ‘Best Airline’ at UK Travel Awards
Posted 18 November 2020
Emirates has been recognised as the Best Airline for 2020 at The Sun Travel Awards, and the Best Long-Haul Airline at The Times and The Sunday Times Travel Awards.
in Events Texel Air to host interactive webinar with support from Bahrain
Posted 17 November 2020
Texel Air will host an interactive webinar on November 18, 2020, under the patronage of His Excellency Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications of Bahrain, highlighting “Innovation
in Events World Travel Awards 2020 reveals Middle East aviation winners
Posted 6 November 2020
The World Travel Awards 2020 has unveiled its Middle East 2020 winners with Flynas, Etihad Airways and Oman Air winning gongs.
in Events Etihad Aviation Group celebrates UAE Flag Day
Posted 3 November 2020
Etihad Aviation Group has celebrated UAE Flag Day with a group of socially distanced employees, to mark this important day in the UAE calendar.
in Events Emirates Group marks Flag Day with flag-raising ceremony
Posted 3 November 2020
The Emirates Group has marked Flag Day with a flag-raising ceremony outside of the Emirates Group Headquarters building in Dubai.
in Events / Route Planning & Tourism WTM Virtual: meeting of tourism ministers from Israel, UAE and Bahrain
Posted 2 November 2020
WTM Virtual will host its first meeting of tourism with ministers from Israel, UAE and Bahrain since historic Abraham Accords signing.
in Events Emirates Group wins GCC GOV award
Posted 27 October 2020
The Emirates Group has been honoured at the GCC GOV HR Awards 2020 as this year's winner of the 'Best Nationalisation Initiative in the Private Sector' award.
in Events Etihad Airways wins twice at Business Traveller Middle East Awards
Posted 23 October 2020
Etihad Airways has been awarded ‘Best Economy Class’ and ‘Best Frequent Flyer Programme’ at yesterday’s Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2020.
in Events Aircraft Interiors Expo and Orbis UK reafirm partnership
Posted 23 October 2020
Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) and Orbis UK have reaffirmed their partnership. Donations of vital cabin interior equipment and décor from AIX exhibitors play a significant role for the Orbis Flying Eye Hospital.
in Events Saudi International Airshow renews partnership with REC
Posted 12 October 2020
The Organisers of Saudi International Airshow have renewed a partnership with Riyadh Exhibitions Company (REC), as the exclusive event partner in the Kingdom.
in Events AIX and WTCE to return to Hamburg Messe in August 2021
Posted 8 October 2020
Reed Exhibitions, the organiser of the leading events for the global cabin interiors and inflight services industry, has announced new dates for 2021. Both AIX and WTCE will return to the Hamburg Messe from 31 August to 2 September
in Events Industry leaders see digital transformation aiding recovery
Posted 29 September 2020
Increasing use of emerging technologies and faster digital transformation that will help support the recovery of aerospace and aviation, was one of the key points of agreement amongst international experts on day one of the
in Events Alshams Energy named as fuel provider at Saudi International Airshow
Posted 29 September 2020
Saudi International Airshow has renewed its partnership with Alshams Energy as the Exclusive Fuel Provider.
in Events Industry leaders to address recovery of aviation at Global Aerospace Summit
Posted 28 September 2020
The Global Aerospace Summit 2020 commences this week in a virtual format on 28 and 29 September, where industry leaders from across the globe will convene online to address the aviation, aerospace, space and
in Events Bell presents Turkish National Police with award
Posted 25 September 2020
Bell Textron has announced the Turkish National Police were presented an award for “Outstanding Operational Readiness.” The force operates 14 Bell 429s for its safety and security missions. The fleet’s operational readiness is above 95
in Events CEO of Lockheed Martin to deliver keynote address at Global Aerospace Summit
Posted 23 September 2020
James D. Taiclet, president and chief executive officer, Lockheed Martin Corporation, is set to deliver a keynote address at the Global Aerospace Summit 2020.
in Events Etihad Airways marks Saudi Arabia’s 90th National Day
Posted 23 September 2020
Etihad Airways helps celebrate leadership and people of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on the 90th National Day of the Kingdom.
in Events Etihad Airways welcomes UFC stars for UFC Fight Island
Posted 22 September 2020
Etihad Airways has announced the arrival of UFC President Dana White and UFC athletes and support crew ahead of the second edition of UFC Fight Island taking place in Abu Dhabi this September and October.
in Events MEBAA show postponed to February 2021
Posted 16 September 2020
The Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) has announced that the region’s business aviation platform, the MEBAA Show, will now take place from 22 February until 24 February 2021 at DWC, Airshow Site.
in Events Women in Aviation Middle East Chapter to participate in Saudi Airshow
Posted 10 September 2020
Saudi International Airshow 2021, to be held February 16th to 18th in Riyadh, has announced the participation of the Women in Aviation Middle East Chapter, a non-profit association dedicated to providing
in Events Qatar Airways in partnership with Club Africain of Tunisia
Posted 17 August 2020
Qatar Airways has signed a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Club Africain of Tunisia.
in Events Kallman to lead U.S. presence at Saudi Airshow
Posted 3 August 2020
Kallman Worldwide has signed a partnership with Saudi International Airshow 2021 to strengthen the show’s American industry presence through their USA Partnership Pavilion.
in Events Emirates wins Best First-Class award
Posted 28 July 2020
Emirates' First-Class travel experience was given double honours at the 2020 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice awards for Airlines.
in Events Saudi launches World Defense Show for 2022
Posted 17 July 2020
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) launched the World Defense Show (WDS) on July 15. The new event will take place in Riyadh from March 6-9, 2022.
in Events MEBAA to display future global business aviation trends
Posted 14 July 2020
The MEBAA Show, the Middle East’s leading business aviation platform, is set to return to Dubai, taking place on 08-10 December 2020 at DWC, Airshow site.
in Events It’s official…MEBAA 2020 is set to go ahead!
Posted 8 July 2020
With the recent COVID-19 outbreak it’s been particularly challenging for the aviation sector in many ways, including major aviation events being cancelled. So, it’s great news to hear that The MEBAA 2020 Show is set to go ahead in December.
in Events Airport Show to launch webinar series from July 7
Posted 6 July 2020
The annual airport industry B2B platform The Airport Show is launching a series of webinars starting on 7 July to facilitate essential discussion within airport industry professionals to debate the challenging times triggered by the
in Events Aviation Africa to take place in Kigali in April
Posted 24 June 2020
Times Aerospace Events, in partnership with Aerocomm, has announced it has secured new dates of 21 & 22 April 2021 at the Kigali Convention Centre, Rwanda for Aviation Africa next year.
in Air Transport / Events AACO's annual assembly to be behind closed doors
Posted 9 June 2020
The AACO 53rd AGM due to be held in Beirut on 28-30 October 2020 will now be behind closed doors.
in Events TAV leads in corporate governance rating
Posted 9 June 2020
Turkey’s TAV Airports has received the Corporate Governance Award, organised by the CGAT.
in Events Saudi International Airshow to take place in 2021
Posted 27 May 2020
The Saudi International Airshow is set to go ahead on February 16-18, 2021, despite Covid-19 and several months of slow business.
in Events The Middle East’s tourism entertainment sector under the spotlight at ATM Virtual
Posted 20 May 2020
Arabian Travel Market, organisers of ATM Virtual, will address the changes to the tourism industry amid the rise of online travel agencies (OTAs), the re-opening of operations post COVID-19 and its
in Events Arabian Travel Market advisory board goes digital
Posted 11 May 2020
The Arabian Travel Market (ATM), recently hosted the first digital ATM Advisory Board meeting with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the tourism and hospitality industry dominating the discussion.
in Events Small change and Skywards Miles help Emirates make a difference
Posted 7 May 2020
The Emirates Airline Foundation has used a staggering 132 million Skywards Miles to positively impact the lives and livelihoods of more than 90,000 people, mainly children, living in some of the most impoverished
in Events Organisers of Arabian Travel Market announce the launch of ATM Virtual
Posted 6 May 2020
The Arabian Travel Market has officially announced the launch of ATM Virtual, a three-day event that will take place from 1-3 June 2020.
in Events Global Air Traffic Management: How ATM industry collaboration can support recovery
Posted 5 May 2020
The global pandemic has the aviation sector among others in a continuous reacting mode. Amid all this uncertainty and challenges, how do we strengthen organisational resilience while mapping our
in Events IATA reschedule AGM and World Air Transport Summit to November
Posted 29 April 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that its rescheduled 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit will take place in Amsterdam, the Netherlands on 23-24 November
in Events MEBAA Conference Jordan postponed until 2021
Posted 28 April 2020
MEBAA Conference in Amman is cancelled until 2021 due to concerns related to the rapidly evolving Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
in Events Arabian Travel Market to take place in 2021
Posted 20 April 2020
Due to the changing global situation relating to the COVID-19 virus, the Arabian Travel Market will now be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 16-19 May 2021, following the holy month of Ramadan and the Eid Al Fitr celebrations.
in Events Airport Show 2020 rescheduled to October
Posted 13 April 2020
Airport Show 2020 has been rescheduled to take place from 26-28 October 2020 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) where it was scheduled earlier for June.
in Events Alexandre de Juniac remarks on COVID-19 at IATA media briefing
Posted 7 April 2020
Alexandre de Juniac, IATA’sdDirector general and CEO, has spoken at the IATA media briefing on COVID-19.
in Events AGM and World Air Transport Summit postponed
Posted 6 April 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced the postponement of the 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit. The event had been scheduled to take place on 22-23 June in Amsterdam.
in Events AIX, WTCE, and PEC rescheduled for April 2021
Posted 3 April 2020
Due to the escalation of COVID-19 globally, Reed Exhibitions today announced that the next edition of Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX), World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) and the Passenger Experience Conference (PEC) will
in Events Air France KLM group wins Sustainability Award at Dubai Airports Excellence Awards
Posted 1 April 2020
Air France KLM group was the winner of the Sustainability award for 2018 at the third annual Dubai Airports Excellence Awards held at Soho Beach Meydan, on 22 April 2019.
