Aviation

Riyadh Air will leverage IBM watsonx and IBM Consulting solutions to drive its vision as the world’s first digital-native airline, as per an agreement between Riyadh Air and IBM. The collaboration between the two conglomerates aims to help power the Saudi Arabian airline’s mission to launch flights in 2025 while …

Luxury takes flight once again as Singapore Airlines (SIA) restarted First Class and Premium Economy Class on the Singapore-Dubai route since 30 March 2025. Operated seven times a week aboard Boeing 777-300ER, the service features a four-class cabin configuration, ensuring that every traveller—whether seeking ultimate luxury or elevated comfort—enjoys an …

Emirates airlines has partnered with Parsys Telemedicine to introduce next generation equipment that will enable customers to receive high-quality, speedy medical care in the air. Emirates has invested more than US$2.4 million in co-designing the new equipment set with Parsys, which will be rolled out to 300 aircraft over the …

Turkish Airlines has been expanding its international network. Also, the airline has introduced several exciting developments aimed at enhancing the experience of passengers. Mahmut Yayla, Director, Sales, Turkish Airlines, in an interview with TRAVTALK, shares the airlines plans, routes for the year, as well as the importance of the MENA …

A new hub dedicated to empowering young Emirati entrepreneurs has opened its doors at Dubai International Airport (DXB). Emirati District, an initiative led by the Federal Youth Authority in partnership with the Fatima bint Mohammed bin Zayed Initiative, represents a key project within the first phase of the National Youth …

The Middle East emerged as a key driver of global aviation growth in November 2024, with airlines reporting an 8.7 per cent rise in passenger demand and notable gains on international routes, according to the latest report by IATA. The region contributed significantly to the industry’s 8.1 per cent global …

Counting successful years in the UAE, Air Canada recently hosted some of the valued travel trade partners for an evening of networking. Senior officials of the airline attended the event. Middle East is becoming one of the most important hubs for Air Canada over the years, hence the carrier has …

Emirates unveiled Airbus A350-900 at an exclusive event in Dubai recently. Emirates A350, the first new aircraft type to join the Emirates’ fleet since 2008, features three spacious cabin classes, accommodating 312 passengers in 32 next-generation Business Class lie-flat seats, 21 Premium Economy seats and 259 generously pitched Economy Class …

As the slogan goes, connecting Africa to the world, RwandAir has been connecting many destinations over the past few years through their direct operations, codeshares and interline agreements. In an interview with TRAVTALK, Ivan Mugisha, Country Manager UAE, RwandAir, share some of their important plans, including the launch of direct …

Starting 27 October, ITA Airways will be operating daily direct flights from Dubai to Italy with the state-of-the-art A321neo, the new-generation aircraft that combines efficiency and style to make your travel experience truly unforgettable, says Mohamed Jassim Al Rais, Executive Director, APG Gulf, the General Sales Agent of ITA Airways …