Etihad enhances Verified to Fly service
Etihad Airways has upgraded its Verified to Fly service to offer a more streamlined and personalised service through its website.
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in Technology Etihad Airways signs multi-year deal with Amadeus
Posted 14 September 2021
Etihad Airways is set to embark on a major digital transformation following the signing of a landmark multi-year deal with Amadeus.
in Technology Emirates launches first airline virtual reality app in Oculus store
Posted 13 September 2021
Emirates has launched the first airline virtual reality app in Oculus store which allows people to experience Emirates' fully-enclosed Gamechanger First Class Suites, explore the airline's signature A380
in Technology SITA takes steps to reduce carbon emissions
Posted 9 September 2021
SITA has achieved CarbonNeutral company certification. This milestone resulted from decisive actions to significantly reduce emissions associated with its business operations in 2020.
in Technology Panasonic Avionics launches series of Connectivity Bundles for airlines
Posted 7 September 2021
Panasonic Avionics has launched a series of Connectivity Bundles designed to help airlines maximise their investment in in-flight connectivity.
in Technology Boeing reaches e-commerce parts milestone
Posted 31 August 2021
Boeing has said it has hit an e-commerce milestone in record time for the company, reaching $1 billion in online orders more than three months faster than ever before.
in Air Transport / Technology / Flight Services & Support Gulf Air signs for CHAMP Cargospot Suite
Posted 24 August 2021
Gulf Air has signed a multi-year agreement to renew for CHAMP’s flagship Cargospot suite – which includes Cargospot Airline, Handling and Revenue Accounting.
in Technology Saudi Arabia among first to accept IATA Travel Pass
Posted 18 August 2021
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has welcomed the decision of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to accept the IATA Travel Pass to confirm pre-departure COVID-19 test
in Technology / Maintenance Flyadeal signs Airbus support deal for A320 fleet
Posted 17 August 2021
Flyadeal, the low-cost Jeddah-based airline owned by Saudi Arabian Airlines, has signed a long-term Flight Hour Services (FHS) agreement to support its A320 fleet.
in Technology Qatar Airways Cargo and WiseTech Global Implement Direct Data Connection
Posted 17 August 2021
Qatar Airways Cargo and WiseTech Global, a provider of software solutions to the logistics industry, have commenced implementation of an extensive direct data connection between their global operating
in Technology IATA extend partnership with UNCTAD to facilitate global trade
Posted 12 August 2021
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and UNCTAD have extended their collaboration to facilitate international trade, particularly e-commerce.
in Technology Qatar Airways Cargo and WiseTech Global implement direct data connection
Posted 11 August 2021
Qatar Airways Cargo and WiseTech Global, a provider of software solutions to the logistics industry, have commenced implementation of an extensive direct data connection between their global operating
in Technology Emirates customers can pre-order duty-free before flight
Posted 10 August 2021
Emirates customers can now opt to pre-order and purchase duty-free retail items before they fly.
in Technology Royal Jordanian Expands Bluebox Wireless IFE deployment
Posted 2 August 2021
Royal Jordanian has expanded its "SkyConnect" wireless in-flight entertainment (W-IFE) service to its Embraer E175 and E195 aircraft.
in Technology Flydubai launches online eShop
Posted 28 July 2021
Flydubai has launched its new online eShop which provides passengers with the option to pre-purchase a selection of duty-free products before they fly and have them delivered to their seat when they travel.
in Technology Etihad rolls out IATA Travel Pass to seven cities
Posted 28 July 2021
Following successful trials, Etihad Airways has expanded IATA Travel Pass on flights between Abu Dhabi and seven destinations across its network as it continues to implement digital solutions to simplify the travel experience in the
in Technology Airbus deploys mission-critical communication solutions to help secure Hajj
Posted 26 July 2021
Airbus has secured this years’ Hajj holy pilgrimage in Mecca with its mission-critical communication technologies in Saudi Arabia.
in Technology Gulfstream exceeds 500 in-flight connectivity service installations
Posted 22 July 2021
Gulfstream Aerospace has surpassed 500 installations of the Inmarsat Jet ConneX in-flight connectivity platform on large- cabin aircraft. The Wi-Fi solution is available on new aircraft and can be retrofitted on
in Technology Qatar Airways Cargo rolls out WebCargo by Freightos throughout USA
Posted 15 July 2021
Qatar Airways Cargo has rolled out third-party eBooking platform WebCargo by Freightos across the United States of America, effective 19 July 2021.
in Air Transport / Technology Saudia signs contract with GE Digital for Digital Asset Records Management
Posted 13 July 2021
Saudia Airlines will be implementing GE Digital’s Aviation Software Asset Records solution.
in Technology SITA acquires Safety Line to support sustainable aviation
Posted 13 July 2021
SITA has announced the acquisition of Safety Line, a Paris based start-up specialising in digital solutions for aviation safety and efficiency.
in Technology Etihad Cargo and CargoAi agree worldwide partnership
Posted 12 July 2021
Etihad Cargo and CargoAi, the SaaS application which provides air cargo digital solutions, have partnered to elevate the carrier’s API accessibility for freight forwarders as part of its digitalisation strategy.
in Technology Travelport and Emirates reach commercial agreement
Posted 2 July 2021
Travelport and Emirates have reached a commercial agreement that will allow Travelport-connected travel agencies to avoid the airline’s surcharge on bookings via Global Distribution Systems (GDS) that will be introduced from 01
in Technology SITA launches ‘Your Runway to Success’ to meet changing demands
Posted 2 July 2021
Your Runway to Success, published today by SITA, sets out five critical areas for the air transport industry’s rebuild in the next 18 months and highlights SITA’s remodelled solutions to tackle the major challenges
in Technology Thales elevates the inflight entertainment experience with AVANT Up
Posted 24 June 2021
AVANT Up is Thales’s latest evolution of industry leading inflight entertainment (IFE) solutions.
in Technology Moment provides wireless IFE solution aboard Air Cairo fleet
Posted 23 June 2021
Moment has entered a partnership with Air Cairo. The airline’s fleet will be equipped with the Flymingo box, Moment’s Wireless In-Flight Entertainment system, to elevate passenger experience and contribute to enhanced
in Technology Covid has changed the IT spending priorities for airports and airlines
Posted 4 June 2021
SITA’s Air Transport IT Insights reveals a sharper focus on safety, automation, and efficiency.
in Technology IATA: Digitalisation needed for smooth restart
Posted 27 May 2021
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned of potential airport chaos unless governments move quickly to adopt digital processes to manage travel health credentials (COVID-19 testing and vaccine certificates) and
in Technology Etihad Airways award-nominated for its sound identity
Posted 26 May 2021
Etihad Airways has been nominated in the ‘Best use of Audio Branding’ and ‘Best Brand Experience’ categories at tonight’s Transform Awards in Dubai, a global event that recognises excellence and rewards innovation in branding.
in Technology Emirates inks strategic agreement with global tech giant, Huawei
Posted 24 May 2021
Emirates signed an MoU with Huawei, one of the world's top tech brands, to further extend its existing partnership, at the Arabian Travel Market.
in Technology AIRPORT SHOW: New way to speed through security intelligently
Posted 24 May 2021
Airports want customers who are happy, relaxed and have time to explore the airport facilities. These are the customers who spend money in airport shops and restaurants, and still arrive on time for flights, allowing
in Technology Collins Aerospace unveils new look for its Venue Cabin Management System
Posted 13 May 2021
Collins Aerospace has updated its VenueTM Cabin Management System (CMS). A new and improved Venue graphical user interface (GUI) is now available for aftermarket installations of the system.
in Technology Etihad Airways introduces ‘Verified to Fly’ travel document initiative
Posted 12 May 2021
From 12 May 2021, travellers flying from Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways will be able to validate their Covid-19 travel documents before arriving at the airport.
in Technology Life Diagnostics supports IATA Travel Pass Trial
Posted 28 April 2021
The IATA Travel Pass will enable Etihad guests to create a ‘digital passport’ to receive their Covid-19 test results and verify they are eligible to travel.
in Technology Is pilot shortage in the Middle East inevitable?
Posted 26 April 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has stalled a historical global pilot shortage but steps already need to be taken by airlines to ensure pilot supply does not fall short again, according to findings by Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management
in Technology Smiths Detection launches lithium batteries algorithm for air cargo
Posted 26 April 2021
Smiths Detection, a provider in threat detection and security screening technologies, has launched a new lithium batteries algorithm for the HI-SCAN 10080 EDX-2is, its dual-view air cargo and checked-baggage
in Technology Emirates and DHA implement digital verification of COVID-19 medical records
Posted 26 April 2021
Emirates and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) have begun to implement full digital verification of COVID-19 medical records connected to testing and vaccination for travellers based in the UAE.
in Technology UNWTO and IATA collaborate on destination tracker
Posted 23 April 2021
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have launched a Destination Tracker in preparation for the restart of international travel.
in Technology IATA and Unilabs to help passengers manage Covid-19 tests
Posted 20 April 2021
Unilabs, the leading European diagnostic services provider, and the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the trade association for the world’s airlines, have signed an agreement to incorporate Unilabs’
in Technology Qatar Airways uses Honeywell’s Ultraviolet Cabin Disinfection Technology
Posted 20 April 2021
Qatar Airways becomes the first global carrier to operate Honeywell’s Ultraviolet (UV) Cabin System version 2.0, further advancing its hygiene measures on board.
in Technology Etihad Airways starts IATA trial on flights to North America
Posted 20 April 2021
Passengers travelling with Etihad Airways from now until 31 May from Abu Dhabi to Chicago, New York, Washington and Toronto, will be the first to trial the IATA Travel Pass app to easily manage their travel health credentials.
in Technology Emirates commences trials of the IATA Travel Pass
Posted 16 April 2021
Emirates has commenced trials of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Travel Pass– a mobile app to help passengers easily and securely manage their travel in line with any government requirements for COVID-19 testing or
in Technology Etihad Airways celebrates the UAE’s Year of the 50th
Posted 13 April 2021
Etihad Airways has unveiled a year-long programme in celebration of the 50 years since the nation was established. The programme will launch in three phases, focusing on the past, the present and looking forward to the future.
in Technology NAS and World Economic Forum partner to share traveller vaccine records
Posted 13 April 2021
National Aviation Services (NAS) has partnered with the World Economic Forum to enhance safe air travel by using its KuwaitMosafer platform to share Kuwait’s vaccine records with countries and airlines across
in Technology Gulf Air to transform Falconflyer programme
Posted 13 April 2021
Gulf Air has selected IBS Software as a partner to enhance its Falconflyer loyalty programme (FFP) and provide Gulf Air with the flexibility to adapt its Falconflyer programme to meet the needs of travellers and enhance its members experience.
in Business Aviation / Technology Strata wins offset deal with Pilatus and a manufacturing first for UAE
Posted 5 April 2021
UAE aerostructures manufacturer Strata is to enter the business aviation sector thanks to an offset agreement between the Tawazun Economic Council and Swiss airframer Pilatus.
in Technology Etihad Airways releases new safety video showcasing the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi
Posted 30 March 2021
Etihad Airways has unveiled a new safety video, filmed on location at Louvre Abu Dhabi, to give passengers across the globe, a glimpse of what attractions the capital has to offer.
in Technology Airbus launches app to ease passenger travel
Posted 26 March 2021
Airbus has launched a travel companion app called “Tripset”.
in General Aviation / Technology / Features Building an Eco-friendly Environment for MENA’s Mobility Sector
Posted 23 March 2021
As society becomes more conscious of the effects of climate change, cities all over the world are looking at alternative methods to power their urban areas, reports aerospace technology company Bell.
in Technology Thales launches digital secondary radar for safer air traffic management
Posted 18 March 2021
Thales has unveiled a new digital secondary surveillance radar, the RSM NG, with increased performance and reliability for safer air traffic management – up to 2, 000 flight tracks and 64 simultaneous data
in Technology IATA Travel Pass successfully trialled on first flight
Posted 18 March 2021
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced the arrival at London’s Heathrow Airport of the first traveller using the IATA Travel Pass app to manage their travel health credentials.
in Technology Etihad Guest enters partnership with FARFETCH
Posted 17 March 2021
Etihad Guest has entered a new partnership with FARFETCH, the leading global platform for the luxury industry.
in Technology Qatar Airways trials IATA Travel Pass ‘Digital Passport’ mobile app
Posted 11 March 2021
From 11 March, passengers planning on travelling on the airline’s Doha to Istanbul route will begin trialling the digital platform offering a more safe, secure and contactless experience for travellers.
in Technology EgyptAir Tourism and Duty Free lands cloud contract with IBM
Posted 10 March 2021
EgyptAir Tourism and Duty Free have entered a new agreement with IBM to leverage IBM Cloud capabilities to scale and modernise EgyptAir Duty Free back-end operations and host its SAP Travel Retail System.
in Technology Gulf Air is Certified IATA NDC Level 4
Posted 9 March 2021
Gulf Air was recently certified with level 4 of the New Distribution Capability (NDC) certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
in Technology Etihad to be official airline partner of Hub71
Posted 2 March 2021
Etihad Airways has signed a MoU with Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, to support the expansion of entrepreneurs innovating in Abu Dhabi.
in Technology Emirates and Dubai Health Authority to create digital verification of COVID-19 medical records
Posted 26 February 2021
Emirates and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) have signed an MoU which aims to position Dubai as one of the first cities in the world to implement digital verification of traveller
in Technology Covid-19 changes the IT spending priorities for airports and airlines
Posted 24 February 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has refocused IT spending priorities for airlines and airports in 2020 as revenue plunged and the industry faced new health and operational requirements needed to keep flying, according to
in Technology TPConnects certified as Emirates’ technology partner
Posted 22 February 2021
TPConnects, an IATA NDC Dual Level 4 Certified IT Provider and Aggregator, has been certified as a technology partner for Emirates, enable travel service providers to seamlessly integrate with Emirates Gateway, the airline’s
in Technology Qatar Airways offer passengers 100% Touch-Free ‘Zero-Touch IFE
Posted 19 February 2021
Qatar Airways has become the first global airline to offer passengers 100 percent Zero-Touch technology for its Oryx One in-flight entertainment system across the A350 fleet as part of the airline’s latest COVID-19
in Technology Emirates offers exclusive content for travel agents on Emirates Gateway
Posted 18 February 2021
Emirates has said it will offer ‘exclusive rich content and services’ for travel agent partners on its NDC-enabled direct connect platform, Emirates Gateway, starting from 01 July 2021.
in Technology Bell acquires response technologies for advancing fuel cell technology
Posted 15 February 2021
Bell has announced its acquisition of Response Technologies , a composite solutions company.
in Technology SimplyGo and SITA complete trial of COVID-19 focused health data platform
Posted 8 February 2021
For the first time, a small group of air travellers flying from Germany and Estonia to the United Arab Emirates has tested the health data platform and app SimplyGo in a live environment.
in Technology Etihad Airways partners with 15below
Posted 8 February 2021
Etihad Airways has partnered with 15below, a supplier automated passenger notifications platform, to upgrade the airline’s communication system to address the ever-changing travel requirements caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
in Technology SITA launches health project
Posted 4 February 2021
SITA has launched Health Protect – an industry solution, to help airlines, airports, governments, and passengers safely and securely share information on health tests or vaccinations needed during travel.
in Technology Qatar Airways implements Thales AVANT IFE on its Dreamliner
Posted 2 February 2021
Qatar Airways is enhancing the travel experience with Thales AVANT IFE on its Boeing B787-8 Dreamliner.
in Technology Emirates partners with GE Digital Aviation Software
Posted 1 February 2021
Emirates has partnered with GE Digital Aviation Software and TE FOOD to trial TrustOne, a mobile app that allows passengers to undergo COVID-19 PCR tests at special discounted rates.
in Technology Etihad Airways and MedAire launch live pilot digitalisation app
Posted 27 January 2021
Etihad Airways and MedAire, an International SOS company, has launched an advanced operational pilot for the digitalisation of pre-departure COVID-19 testing using the ICC AOKpass mobile app.
in Technology Qatar Airways to trial IATA Travel Pass COVID-19 ‘Digital Passport’ Mobile App
Posted 26 January 2021
Qatar Airways joins Emirates Airlines and Etihad Airways to trial the IATA Travel Pass ‘Digital Passport’ mobile app.
in Technology / Features Interaction key to post-virus airlines
Posted 20 January 2021
As Middle East airlines start to increase their capacity again following the Covid-19 outbreak, Panasonic Avionics is responding.
in Technology IATA urges support for common European digital vaccination certificate
Posted 19 January 2021
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged all branches of the European Union to support an initiative from Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to agree a common digital European COVID-19
in Technology Emirates Group Security appoints MedAire
Posted 12 January 2021
Emirates Group Security has extended its partnership with MedAire to build an innovative, cutting-edge solution that will improve its thorough analysis and threat-prevention systems in the aviation industry.
in Technology Gulf Air extends ‘No Fees, Unlimited Changes’ campaign
Posted 11 January 2021
Gulf Air has announced the extension of its ‘No Fees, Unlimited Changes’ campaign allowing passengers to change bookings, exchange and refund tickets until 31 March 2021.
in Air Transport / Technology Gogo has eyes on Middle Eastern Airlines
Posted 22 December 2020
Gogo is keen to establish its 2Ku inflight connectivity solution on more Middle Eastern Airlines following its purchase by satellite giant Intelsat.
in Technology Oman Air enhances service and training efficiency
Posted 17 December 2020
Oman Air has introduced its new in-flight entertainment training system.
in Technology RoyalJet equips BBJs with Honeywell’s fast speed internet
Posted 15 December 2020
RoyalJet has recently begun upgrading two more of its Boeing Business Jets with KA band high-speed internet connectivity, making the two aircraft the third and the fourth BBJs in its fleet equipped with the highest internet
in Technology / Space Inmarsat introduces latest powerful satellite to the Middle East
Posted 10 December 2020
Inmarsat has confirmed the commercial service introduction of GX5, the company’s newest, geostationary satellite to date.
in Technology Etihad joins UK’s digital aviation research project
Posted 7 December 2020
Etihad Airways has joined the £65 million Digital Aviation Research and Technology Centre (DARTeC) consortium, due to open next year at Cranfield University in the UK.
in Technology Thales introduces Ready to Fly
Posted 7 December 2020
Thales has launched Ready to Fly which the company has described as ‘a portfolio of solutions for a safer and healthier travel journey.'
in Technology Gulf Air introduces Sabre's technology for travel agents
Posted 3 December 2020
Gulf Air has implemented Sabre’s branded fares technology that allows travel agents using the Sabre global distribution system (GDS) to access the full breadth of the airlines' branded fares.
in Technology Etihad Airways and SITA trial facial biometric check-in for cabin crew
Posted 24 November 2020
Etihad Airways has partnered with information technology company SITA, to trial the use of facial biometrics in order to check in cabin crew at the airline's Crew Briefing Centre at Abu Dhabi International
in Technology Hamad International to install new Smiths Detection technology
Posted 18 November 2020
Hamad International Airport (HIA) is the first airport in the region to obtain Smiths Detection’s HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX, which offers advanced screening of carry-on baggage at security checkpoints using Computed
in Technology Serco Middle East signs MOU with NG Aviation
Posted 18 November 2020
Serco Middle East has announced a strategic agreement with NG Aviation, a European firm that specialises in making aviation digital, which will enable the development of a product for satellite data-based obstacle surveys, around airports.
in Technology Qatar Airways launch customer for EcoFW 10” IFE upgrade programme
Posted 16 November 2020
Panasonic Avionics has announced Qatar Airways as the launch customer for its new EcoFW 10” inflight entertainment (IFE) upgrade programme.
in Technology Honeywell and Dassault launch FalconConnect portal
Posted 13 November 2020
Honeywell has released a redesigned FalconConnect portal for Dassault FalconConnect customers.
in Air Transport / Defence / Technology TAI partners Boeing for new Turkish thermoplastic facility
Posted 12 November 2020
Turkish Aerospace (TAI) has signed a partnership agreement with Boeing as part of a continued effort to develop high-tech products locally.
in Technology Emirates Group Security’s X-ray training certified by Pakistan Civil Aviation
Posted 5 November 2020
Emirates Group Security's X-ray training programme has recently been certified by Pakistan Civil Aviation Authorities.
in Technology WMO and IATA agree to improve aircraft meteorological reporting
Posted 28 October 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and World Meteorological Organization have signed an agreement to increase and improve the automated reporting of meteorological data by commercial aircraft.
in Technology Emirates SkyCargo to set air cargo hub for global distribution of COVID-19 vaccine
Posted 22 October 2020
Emirates SkyCargo is creating the world’s first dedicated airside cargo hub for the vaccine in Dubai.
in Technology / Features Industry sees the light on protection
Posted 21 October 2020
Technology has a key part to play in the airline industry’s fight to win passengers back in a post Covid-19 environment.
in Technology Emirates helps shine a spotlight on the issue of human trafficking
Posted 14 October 2020
Emirates is supporting It's a Penalty's campaign's newest global film "What is Human Trafficking?" launched in collaboration with actor Liam Neeson.
in Technology CTT Systems and Camfil partner to incorporate Ozone and VOC filtration in humidifiers
Posted 9 October 2020
CTT SYSTEMS, that specialises in humidity control systems, has entered and MoU with Camfil, a manufacturer of premium clean air solutions, to enter a partnership that opts to adapt Camfil’s air
in Technology Digitalisation - opening doors to new market opportunities
Posted 9 October 2020
Giampiero Terzi, managing director of Accenture’s Communications, Media & Technology practice in the Middle East makes the case for digital transformation in the aerospace and defence Sectors
in Technology Emirates launches NDC-powered gateway for trade partners
Posted 5 October 2020
Emirates has launched a suite of connectivity options for its trade partners around the world to easily and directly access the airline's rich content and other services.
in Technology 4IR technology to transform Strata
Posted 30 September 2020
Strata Manufacturing (Strata), wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company PJSC, has leveraged Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technology to strengthen core manufacturing capabilities, diversify product portfolio and pivot into new areas of
in Technology Smiths Detection launches its newest X-ray inspection system
Posted 29 September 2020
Smiths Detection has launched its newest X-ray inspection system, HI-SCAN 5030C, that the company says addresses a critical gap in commercial security screening solutions with its optimal size, durability and mobility.
in Technology Etihad Airways launches ‘Altitudes by Etihad’ podcast series
Posted 29 September 2020
Etihad Airways has released an official podcast – Altitudes by Etihad - to provide listeners with unique insights on how the airline responded to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, while also taking a deep dive into some of
in Technology Qatar Airways offers 100 days of free high-speed broadband connectivity
Posted 28 September 2020
Qatar Airways is now offering 100 days of free on-board Super Wi-Fi connectivity to all passengers, in celebration of the airline equipping more than 100 of its state-of-the-art aircraft with high-speed
in Technology Rolls-Royce tests tech set to power world's fastest all-electric plane
Posted 24 September 2020
Rolls-Royce has completed testing of the ground-breaking technology that will power the world’s fastest all-electric plane.
in Technology SITA and Safety Line to help pilots and airlines limit CO2 emissions
Posted 22 September 2020
SITA is partnering with start-up Safety Line to help pilots and airlines limit carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and operational costs by reducing fuel consumption of aircraft at key flight stages.
