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Red Sea Global and Riyadh Air launch strategic alliance to elevate Saudi tourism worldwide
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, is collaborating with Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, on a new strategic partnership. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two travel and tourism powerhouses was signed during a ceremony at Red Sea International Airport (RSI), attended by John Pagano, Group CEO of Red Sea Global, and Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air.
Flying with lithium batteries in passenger luggage
From your phone to your power bank, lithium batteries are everywhere. But when it comes to air travel, understanding lithium battery regulations is crucial for flying safely. This article will demystify lithium battery flight safety, explain why lithium ion battery fires are a concern on planes if mishandled, and show you how to ensure a smooth journey. Safety is everyone’s business, it starts with the crew and us as the passenger has a role as well.
flynas Resumes Direct Flights Between Jeddah and Kuwait Starting November 1st
flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announced resuming direct flights between Jeddah and Kuwait as of the first of November, to further expand its network in line with its growth and expansion plan and in alignment with national objectives in the aviation and tourism sectors. Effective November 1st, flynas will start operating three weekly flights between Kuwait International Airport and King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. This new route will increase flynas' flights between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to 10 flights per week, as the company operates one flight daily between Riyadh and Kuwait, in line with flynas growth and expansion plan, launched under the title “We Connect the World to the Kingdom”, in parallel with the objectives of the National Civil Aviation Strategy to enable national air carriers to contribute to connecting KSA with 250 International destinations and to accommodate 330 million passengers and to host 150 million tourists yearly by 2030, and with the objectives of the Pilgrims Experience Program (PEP) to facilitate access to the Two Holy Mosques.
Emirates now offering Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2009 Champagne in First Class
Now onboard, Emirates is inviting First Class customers to savour the rare Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2009 Champagne, served across all routes departing Dubai. The celebrated vintage has consistently received exceptionally high ratings and will be offered in First Class over the next few months. Through an exclusive partnership with Moët Hennessy, Emirates is the only airline to access this special vintage directly from the winery. Emirates serves Dom Pérignon Vintage to First Class customers across all global routes, but also regularly presents special vintages, offering an opportunity to sample some of the rarest and most coveted wines and champagne in the world – such as the Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2009.
Spirit Airlines Takes Action to Build a Stronger Foundation and Future
Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC have announced that it is executing a comprehensive restructuring of the airline to position the business for long-term success. To facilitate the process, the Company has filed voluntary petitions for Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York (the "Court").
RYANAIR LAUNCHES SEPTEMBER “PRIME MEMBER” OFFER
Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today released its exclusive “Prime Member” offer for September, giving members £40 off return flights operating between 30 October to 18 December. This exclusive 48hr sale is available only to Ryanair Prime members, so sign up before this 2-day sale goes live on Mon, 1 September, to save on fares and other Prime Member benefits, like free reserved seats and free travel insurance.
hoppaGo & Scandinavian Airlines(SAS): Redefining Air-to-Ground Travel Connectivity
hoppaGo, the world's leading multi-modal ground transportation marketplace, and SAS, Scandinavia's premier airline, today announced a significant expansion of their strategic partnership. Building on a successful collaboration providing pre-booked and ride-hailing services since September 2024, the partnership now directly integrates hoppaGo's global rail network onto the SAS website.
TAP AIR PORTUGAL REPORTS NET INCOME OF €37.5 MILLION IN Q2
TAP Air Portugal achieved a net income of EUR 37.5 million (£32.4 million) in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25). The airline has thus reaffirmed its commitment to the path of recovery, financial sustainability and structural transformation it has been following in recent years, recording a solid recovery in 2Q25 after a challenging first quarter.
RwandAir Strengthens Operations with New Aircraft
RwandAir, the flag carrier of Rwanda, has welcomed two new Boeing 737-800 aircraft to its fleet this August, with one already in operation, boosting the African carrier’s capacity. Alongside the return of some newly serviced aircraft to operations, a third aircraft is expected in Q4 of this year. These additions will significantly enhance service and operations, helping reduce any delays and cancellations for passengers.
Contour Airlines Launches Caribbean Service with Flights from San Juan and St. Thomas to Dominica
Contour Airlines is proud to announce the launch of new nonstop flights connecting Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Cyril E. King Airport (STT) in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, to Douglas–Charles Airport (DOM) in Dominica. These flights will be operated with Contour's fleet of 30-seat regional jet aircraft, offering passengers extra legroom, complimentary snacks, and inflight service.
EVA Air and Southwest Airlines Launch Interline Partnership
EVA Air and Southwest Airlines Co. have entered a new interline agreement effective immediately. This collaboration now connects EVA Air passengers in four key cities: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA), and Chicago (ORD) to other cities in the United States with Southwest Airlines' extensive network. The partnership expands connectivity across the United States and provides travelers with increased convenience and access to a wider range of destinations.
Emirates layers on more of its latest onboard product, including Premium Economy in four cities
Emirates will be layering on more of its next-generation Airbus A350 as well as retrofitted Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s - all featuring Premium Economy - in four cities across the Middle East and West Asia. The addition of the latest Premium Economy and Business Class seats on more scheduled services to/from Amman, Mumbai, Muscat and Bahrain means customers will have further opportunities to experience the airline’s highly acclaimed onboard products, and a more consistent experience when connecting through Dubai to destinations also served by the airline’s Airbus A350 and retrofitted Boeing 777 and A380 aircraft.