Saudi Arabia's Bisha Airport passenger numbers top 600,000 in H1
Thu, 20 Aug 2026
Cluster2 Airports, operator of Bisha Airport, has reported significant growth in the airport's operational performance during 2025 and the first half of 2026.
CONTINUUM ’26: Diriyah Art Futures presents cutting-edge artworks
Wed, 19 Aug 2026
Diriyah Art Futures (DAF), an asset of the Museums Commission under the Saudi Ministry of Culture, has announced the lineup for CONTINUUM ‘26, an exhibition celebrating the creative output of the participants in its second Emerging New Media Artists Programme.
King Abdulaziz International Airport serves 28.55m passengers Jan to July
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
The King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah served around 28.55 million passengers on 169,900 flights from the beginning of the year through the end of July, while handling 33.6 million bags.
Saudi Tourism Ministry updates Hajj accommodation standards
Sat, 15 Aug 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism has approved updated regulations governing accommodation facilities serving Hajj pilgrims in Makkah and Madinah ahead of the 1448 AH Hajj season.
Saudi luxury travellers seek trust, cultural understanding: KBLT Chairman
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Saudi luxury travellers are reshaping global hospitality, with KBLT Chairman Sulaiman Al Romi urging international brands to prioritise privacy, cultural understanding, trust and discreet service over traditional displays of luxury as competition for the market intensifies.
SAL becomes first Saudi company to receive IATA SeMS certification
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
SAL Logistics Services, Saudi Arabia’s national leader in cargo handling, logistics and supply chain management, has received the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Security Management System (SeMS) Level 1 certification.
flynas to launch Jeddah-Aleppo flights from August 21
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
flynas, the Saudi low-cost carrier, will launch direct flights between Jeddah and Aleppo in Syria from August 21, expanding its international network and strengthening air connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Syria. The airline will operate two weekly flights on the new route.
Riyadh Air launches daily Dhaka service
Tue, 11 Aug 2026
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has launched daily flights between Riyadh and Dhaka, marking its entry into the Bangladeshi market and its ninth operating destination since beginning operations on June 10, 2026.
Riyadh Air, TravelSky sign distribution deal to expand China presence
Sun, 09 Aug 2026
Riyadh Air and China’s TravelSky Technology have signed a Distribution Cooperation Agreement in Beijing, marking a key step in the Saudi carrier’s entry into the Chinese market and strengthening air connectivity between Saudi Arabia and China.
Boutique Group unveils visual identity for The Red Palace ahead of opening
Wed, 05 Aug 2026
Boutique Group, the hospitality company fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has unveiled the visual identity of The Red Palace, introducing the first chapter of the historic property’s story ahead of its anticipated opening.
flynas to launch direct Madinah-Brussels flights in October
Wed, 05 Aug 2026
Saudi low-cost carrier flynas will launch direct flights between Madinah and Brussels from October 5, 2026, expanding its international network and offering passengers more travel options between Saudi Arabia and Belgium.
Cluster2 Airports earns ACI Level 3 Accreditation for 18 airports
Wed, 05 Aug 2026
Cluster2 Airports, a leading aviation operator in Saudi Arabia, has strengthened its international standing after 18 of its airports earned the Airports Council International (ACI) Airport Customer Experience Accreditation at Level 3.
Saudi hospitality sector hit by softer corporate travel in H1
Tue, 04 Aug 2026
Saudi Arabia's hotel market lost momentum in the first half of the year as corporate travel slowed and regional uncertainty dampened demand, but industry fundamentals remain intact, backed by higher domestic tourism spend and an expanding pipeline of hotel projects, an industry expert said.
19.5m foreign Hajj pilgrims, Umrah performers arrive in Saudi in 2025
Tue, 04 Aug 2026
More than 19.5 million Hajj pilgrims and Umrah performers from abroad arrived in Saudi Arabia during 2025, including 18.03 million Umrah performers and 1.5 million Hajj pilgrims.
flynas, Turkish Airlines sign codeshare partnership
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
flynas and Turkish Airlines have signed a codeshare agreement to strengthen air connectivity between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and destinations across their global networks.
Radisson strengthens Saudi hospitality talent development
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Radisson Hotel Group has strengthened its commitment to developing Saudi hospitality professionals by joining the Ministry of Tourism's newly launched Hospitality Ambassadors Programme, an initiative aimed at equipping Saudi nationals with international operational and leadership experience.
Saudia, Air India strengthen codeshare partnership
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Saudia and Air India have signed a strategic MoU to expand their partnership, enhancing connectivity between Saudi Arabia and India through broader codeshare cooperation, network integration, operational collaboration and potential expansion to affiliate carriers.
Acciona Cultura delivers premium Hafawa Lounge for Riyadh Air
Mon, 27 Jul 2026
Acciona Cultura has completed Riyadh Air’s 2,000 sq m Hafawa Lounge at King Khalid International Airport, delivering a premium, technology-driven passenger experience and marking a milestone in the launch of Saudi Arabia’s new national airline.
Universal Aviation launches Saudi operations at Dammam Airport
Mon, 27 Jul 2026
Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has granted Universal Aviation a licence to provide ground handling services at the private aviation terminal at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, marking the company's entry into the Kingdom.
Safari Group seals Hail Airport expansion project contract
Thu, 23 Jul 2026
Saudi Arabia's Safari Group has clinched a major contract from Matarat Holding to expand Hail Airport under the Airports Cluster II programme. On completion, the airport will have spacious departures and arrivals areas as well as a new 5,600-sq-m southern extension to the existing terminal.
Saudi Arabia’s THC expands into business aviation with Bombardier deal
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
The Helicopter Company (THC), Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, has announced its entry into the fixed-wing business aviation market by signing a letter of intent (LOI) with Bombardier for up to 60 business jets.