Mideast airspace crisis puts aviation, tourism on edge, says expert
Thu, 05 Mar 2026
The duration of the aviation disruption following the joint Israel-US strike on Iran and its subsequent attacks on countries in Gulf region, will be fundamental to determining the implications for affected sectors, including airlines, airports, lodging and lessors, said an expert.
Strong Oman presence at ITB Berlin
Thu, 05 Mar 2026
Oman has reinforced its position as one of the Middle East’s most compelling tourism destinations with a strong and strategic presence at ITB Berlin 2026, leveraging the world’s largest travel trade platform to deepen partnerships, showcase its diverse tourism offerings and consolidate Germany’s place as a key European source market.
Chapman Freeborn arranges emergency charters amid Mideast aviation turmoil
Tue, 03 Mar 2026
Chapman Freeborn, a leading private air passenger and cargo charter services company, has announced that it has been arranging emergency charters amid the ongoing geopolitical instability in the Middle East and disruption to global aviation routes.
Atout France adapts operations amid Middle East travel disruptions
Tue, 03 Mar 2026
Atout France is closely monitoring geopolitical developments affecting travel between the Middle East, Türkiye, and France. Airlines, including Air France, have adjusted schedules, while the agency ensures operational continuity, compliance, partner coordination, and transparent communication.
Gulf airlines spearhead global passenger growth in January
Mon, 02 Mar 2026
Global airlines reported a 5.9% rise in international revenue passenger kilometres (RPK) in January over last year, with Middle Eastern carriers outpacing most regions with a 83.2% load factor despite a broader slowdown in growth at the start of the year, according to a report by IATA.
Etihad to launch its first nonstop flights to Western Canada
Thu, 29 Jan 2026
UAE national carrier Etihad Airways is set to launch its first-ever nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi to Calgary this November, creating a new strategic air link between the Middle East and Western Canada. The route will be operated by Etihad’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.
Fahad Al Mheiri named Boeing Vice President for Mena
Mon, 22 Dec 2025
Boeing has appointed Fahad Al Mheiri as its new Vice President for the Middle East Gulf and North Africa region, starting in January. Based in Dubai, Al Mheiri succeeds Kuljit Ghata-Aura, who has moved into a new executive role with the company.
MICE in 2026: Smarter sourcing, stronger experiences
Wed, 17 Dec 2025
The Middle East has cemented its position as a place of choice for planners delivering world class in person experiences. 2025 Cvent’s Top Lists named Dubai the #1 meeting destination, with Istanbul at #2 and Abu Dhabi at #3, underscoring the region’s unmatched infrastructure, access, and service culture.
Air Arabia launches daily flights to Munich from Sharjah
Mon, 15 Dec 2025
Air Arabia, a leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa has announced the official launch of its daily non-stop flights to Munich from its hub in Sharjah, thus marking the airline’s first German destination served directly from UAE.
Kuwait low-cost carrier Jazeera celebrates 20 years of flying
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways celebrated its 20th anniversary with an exclusive partner recognition event. Today, it operates a fleet of 23 Airbus aircraft and serves 70 destinations across the Middle East, Central and South Asia, Europe, and Africa.
Middle East jet fleet to surge to 3,700 by 2044, says Airbus
Sun, 16 Nov 2025
The Middle East’s in-service aircraft fleet is set to more than double over the next two decades, rising from 1,480 jets in 2024 to 3,700 by 2044, said aviation giant Airbus in its latest market forecast, spotlighting it as one of the fastest-growing aviation regions for the future.
CruiseXplore Middle East hosts Cruise Workshop 2025
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
CruiseXplore Middle East successfully hosted its Cruise Workshop 2025 in the UAE, drawing participation from over 80 travel trade professionals across the region. The annual event, exclusively designed for travel agents and industry partners, continues to build momentum as a premier platform for cruise education, engagement, and collaboration.
GCC set to capture key share of $2trn sports tourism market
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
The GCC has established itself as a global stage for major sporting events – and now stands to capture a share of the $2 trillion global sports tourism market by 2030, according to new PwC Middle East report.