Wizz Air has taken delivery of its first of 47 A321XLR aircraft. The airline becomes the first in the world to operate the A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, and the first European low cost operator of the type. Wizz Air’s A321XLRs have 239 seats in a single class configuration featuring the newly designed Airspace cabin with an innovative lighting system and multiple settings to create a perfect environment at different phases of the flight, including boarding, dining, relaxing, sleeping and waking up. With the A321XLR joining its fleet, Wizz Air is enhancing its capacity to connect Europe and the Middle East.

The Lufthansa First Class Lounge in Terminal 2 at Munich Airport is now open again. First Class travelers can enjoy the stylish lounge with its modern design and comfortable ambience on around one thousand square meters. A newly designed gastronomic area with an "à la carte" restaurant, a front cooking buffet and a newly designed bar offer the highest level of exclusivity.

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national airline, has signed a landmark strategic partnership with the Ministry of Culture to transform the travel experience by embedding authentic Saudi culture into every aspect of its operations. The agreement was signed during an official ceremony at the Ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh, with Hamed bin Mohammed Fayez, Vice Minister of Culture, and Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air. This collaboration will highlight the Kingdom’s unique identity while promoting its diverse heritage to travelers worldwide.

In an era defined by transformation, innovation, and rising traveller expectations, Trip.com Group is boldly positioning itself as more than just a global OTA—it’s aiming to become the world’s most trusted digital travel agent. At the heart of this evolution is Andy Washington, Managing Director for EMEA, who sat down with Justin Cooke of Breaking Travel News to discuss the company’s fast-track growth, AI-powered personalisation, sustainability, and content-led engagement strategies. From building trust in new markets to driving triple-digit demand across continents, Washington offers a candid, forward-looking view of how Trip.com is reshaping the travel experience for the modern age.

Emirates is back on the iconic clay courts for the 13th consecutive year as the Official Airline and Premium Partner of Roland-Garros 2025. Taking place from today, 25 May until 8 June – Roland-Garros combines world-class tennis and the airline’s ‘fly better’ moments. From top-notch hospitality, an interactive booth with fantastic giveaways, to complimentary ice-cream – Emirates is on the ground to deliver the ultimate in experiences this year at Roland-Garros.

Emirates and Air Mauritius have renewed their longstanding partnership which includes a reciprocal codesharing agreement on select routes beyond the gateways of each partner airline, as well as cooperation on frequent flyer programmes and cargo handling services.