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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.
in Technology IATA launches platform to improve visibility on Air Cargo infrastructure
Posted 10 September 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched IATA ONE Source, an online platform which helps the air cargo industry match shipping needs with the availability of infrastructure
in Technology CPaT Global develops software platform CPaT Invent
Posted 10 September 2020
CPaT Global, a provider of distance learning for the airline and aviation industry, has launched its content-focused training software platform, CPaT Invent.
in Air Transport / Technology Qatar Airways fits 100th aircraft with Inmarsat's GX Aviation
Posted 10 September 2020
An Airbus A350-900 aircraft A7-ALC has become Qatar Airways’ 100th aircraft to be fitted with Inmarsat's GX Aviation high-speed Super Wi-Fi.
in Technology Satcom Direct installs FlightDeck Freedom on 2,000th aircraft
Posted 9 September 2020
Satcom Direct (SD), a business aviation solutions provider, has achieved a significant milestone for its FlightDeck Freedom datalink service by activating its 2,000th aircraft.
in Technology Emirates collaborates with Huawei for Emirates app
Posted 9 September 2020
Emirates has announced a collaboration with Huawei to promote the Emirates app to Huawei phone users and build a more convenient experience for passengers as travel demand recovers in the post-pandemic era.
in Technology Etihad Airways enhances its mobile app
Posted 27 August 2020
Etihad Airways has updated its mobile application for Android, Apple and Huawei smartphones, enabling guests to manage their journey with even greater ease.
in Technology New access to real-time data for private aviation
Posted 19 August 2020
MySky, the AI-powered spend management platform designed for the private aviation industry, and Satcom Direct (SD), have announced a strategic alliance enabling seamless access to real-time data for private aviation.
in Technology Alpha Aviation Academy launches online store
Posted 7 August 2020
Alpha Aviation Academy UAE has launched Alpha Aviation Store, an online store dedicated to aviation apparel, gifts, supplies, accessories, appliances and aircraft models.
in Air Transport / Technology Etihad and Boeing together on sustainability demonstrator
Posted 20 July 2020
Boeing and Etihad Airways will use a 787-10 Dreamliner to test ways to reduce emissions and noise as part of the aerospace company's ecoDemonstrator program before the airline accepts delivery of the airplane later this year.
in Technology DXB offers passengers access to new streaming app
Posted 14 July 2020
Dubai Airports has entered a strategic partnership with OSN, a regional entertainment provider, to give passengers at Dubai International (DXB) complimentary access to OSN’s new streaming app.
in Technology MEA selects Panasonic for connectivity on A321 family
Posted 13 July 2020
Panasonic Avionics (Panasonic) has been selected by Middle East Airlines-Air Liban (MEA) to provide inflight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solutions for 15 of its Airbus A321 family aircraft.
in Technology EAG launches new local content programme
Posted 13 July 2020
Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) has launched the Al Watani programme, a new local content programme for suppliers who would like to partner with the national airline of the UAE to provide their products and services.
in Technology Etihad launches distribution capability with Travelfusion
Posted 9 July 2020
Etihad Airways has partnered with Travelfusion as it continues its New Distribution Capability (NDC) strategy launched earlier this year.
in Technology ‘smart pipe’ technology for new Boeing 777X
Posted 24 June 2020
Inmarsat and Boeing are delivering digital aircraft transformation through innovative new ‘smart pipe’ technology onboard the new Boeing 777X aircraft.
in Technology Etihad launches Covid-19 risk assessment tool with Medicus
Posted 22 June 2020
Etihad Airways is partnering with Austrian-based healthcare technology company Medicus AI to launch a COVID-19 risk-assessment tool.
in Technology IATA launches aviation security intelligence portal
Posted 18 June 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the Security Risk Intelligence Portal (SRIP)—an incident reporting tool to help airlines mitigate and manage security risks.
in General Aviation / Technology Honeywell steps up its unmanned and urban air mobility game.
Posted 16 June 2020
Global technology giant Honeywell has taken a step into the future with the formation of a new business unit dedicated to the growing unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and urban air mobility (UAM) industries.
in Technology GE Aviation launches health application ID for the aviation industry
Posted 11 June 2020
GE Aviation is offering a new health credential application, Health Application ID, for the aviation industry to address COVID-19 related safety concerns.
in Technology Smart technology will be fundamental for airlines returning to operations
Posted 11 June 2020
SITA has said technology is helping airports and airlines safely resume operations and help implement new hygiene measures to restore passenger confidence after a lengthy shutdown due to the COVID-19
in Technology Abu Dhabi Airports introduces touchless elevator technology
Posted 10 June 2020
Abu Dhabi Airports has partnered with Meta Touch, a ground breaking UAE company, to deploy new touchless technology across 53 elevators at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), helping to prevent cross-infection from
in Technology Rolls-Royce focuses on reaching net zero carbon by 2050
Posted 5 June 2020
Rolls-Royce has joined the UN Race to Zero campaign in the run up to COP26 to pioneer a resilient, inclusive, net zero carbon future.
in Technology / Features Awakening the digital sleepers
Posted 27 May 2020
Product lifecycle management (PLM) is more important now than ever as complexity in products and processes skyrockets and digitalisation becomes the norm. Chuck Grieve looks at some approaches to this challenge.
in Technology SITA supports the Sovrin Foundation’s digital identity
Posted 20 May 2020
SITA has stepped up its commitment to developing a permanent digital identity for air travel by becoming a Premium Donor of the Sovrin Foundation, the international non-profit organisation focused on the advancement of
in Technology / Features Thales unveils “game-changing” flight management system
Posted 7 May 2020
Thales has unveiled its new PureFlyt flight management system (FMS), which will be available from 2024 and promises enhanced safety and efficiency in the cockpit. Steve Nichols reports.
in Technology Pegasus becomes first airline to use Airbus’ new aircraft “e-Delivery” system
Posted 23 April 2020
Airbus has announced a new aircraft hand-over and “e-Delivery” virtual process has recently commenced operation, guaranteeing continuation of Airbus’ delivery stream, while integrating the
in Air Transport / Technology DP World launches digital supply chain platforms for global online trade
Posted 21 April 2020
Dubai based DP World has launched online logistics tools and services, covering sea, land and air shipping around the world, with the connected ecosystem of platforms enabling freight forwarders and any
