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Frontier Airlines accelerates New Frontier transformation with Amadeus deal
Frontier Airlines has signed an enhanced distribution partnership with Amadeus, offering customers a broader range of personalised travel opportunities through third party channels.
Emirates strengthens collaboration with Tourist Boards
Emirates has signed another seven Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) on the side-lines of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) with the tourism boards and ministries of Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Seychelles, Bahamas, Warsaw and Nigeria to bolster visitor arrivals and boost the appeal of each destination.
Emirates Skywards introduces Classic Rewards on flydubai
Emirates Skywards has announced members can now redeem Skywards Miles for Classic Rewards on all flydubai flights, across all cabins, starting from 5,000 Miles. Since 2018, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai has offered customers one loyalty currency, fantastic benefits, and now, the opportunity for members to enjoy Classic Rewards on both carriers.
Dubai becomes first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere
Dubai has officially gained recognition as the first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere – a designation which underscores a citywide effort to make the tourism proposition more accessible and inclusive for all residents and visitors. This achievement aligns with key priorities of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, by championing talent development, social inclusion, and quality of life, as well as the UAE Year of Community, which includes the goal of creating inclusive spaces that encourage collaboration, a sense of belonging, and shared experiences.
Emirates and Kuwait Airways ink interline agreement to strengthen travel options
Kuwait Airways and Emirates have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop an interline agreement, offering passengers increased flight options to Dubai and beyond. The MoU was signed at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, reflecting a step forward in strengthening cooperation between the two carriers. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Kuwait Airways Chairman, Captain Abdulmohsen Salem Al-Fagaan, and Emirates’ Deputy President, and Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline & Group; and the President of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Kuwait, Sheikh Eng. Humoud Mubarak Al-Humoud Al-Sabah. The signing ceremony was also attended by other officials of each airline’s executive management and partnership teams.
ATM 2025: Emirates strikes 8 deals to power global tourism growth
Emirates signed eight memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with tourism boards across Asia, Europe and Africa on the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), in a move aimed at strengthening inbound tourism flows to multiple destinations. The airline inked agreements with tourism authorities from Sharjah, the Philippines, Maldives, Britain, Thailand, Japan, Uganda and Hungary, to drive visitor traffic across its network of more than 140 destinations.
Qatar Airways Blends Cultural Relevance with Immersive VR Innovation at ATM Dubai 2025
Qatar Airways, the leading five-star airline in the region, marked the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2025 with a standout showcase that captured the spotlight at the event. The airline’s experience stand centred around cultural resonance, immersive innovation, and the evolving needs of today’s Arab traveller, reinforcing Qatar Airways’ leadership in reshaping the future of digital travel in the region and beyond.
Emirates partners with Hapag-Lloyd Cruises for combined luxury cruise-air travel experiences
Emirates and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, two world-class travel brands, have today announced a partnership to offer travellers combined luxury cruise and air travel experiences in the form of special packages. Emirates and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises aim to create seamless connectivity for cruise travellers, underpinned by a high-end proposition for luxury air and sea journeys.
Etihad Airways shrugs off tariff turmoil, sees opportunities
Abu Dhabi's Etihad Airways is not seeing any effects from the turmoil caused by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policies, its CEO Antonoaldo Neves told Reuters on Monday, while adding it was too early to fully gauge the impact of the levies. Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners this month - and then his pausing of most of them - created widespread market uncertainty and raised fears of a global economic downturn.
ATM 2025: Riyadh Air to set sights on freighters once wide-body deal is finalised
Riyadh Air aims to finalise a wide-body aircraft order this summer, as it chooses between the Boeing 777X and Airbus A350-1000 models, the industry's largest twin-aisle jets.
Etihad Airways’ Signature Long-haul Luxury now on Short-to-Medium-Haul Aircraft
Etihad Airways is setting a new standard for single-aisle flying with the debut of its all-new Airbus A321LR, delivering wide-body comfort on short and medium-haul routes. Etihad’s A321LR represents a leap forward in guest experience and innovation, bringing Etihad’s signature luxury and a true First class experience to narrowbody flying. “The A321LR is an amazing aircraft which proves our commitment to luxury, customer experience, and connectivity,” said Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways.
KHUTWATY 2025 Etihad Airways career fair
As part of its newly launched UAE National Talent Development Strategy, Etihad Airways is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural career fair, KHUTWATY 2025—a dynamic platform designed to connect ambitious Emirati talent with a wide range of career opportunities in aviation and beyond. KHUTWATY, meaning “my step” in Arabic, is designed to foster direct engagement with the Emirati community. Taking place at the Yas Conference Centre in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, 22 May 2025, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, the event is more than just a recruitment fair. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the unique world of aviation, discover its diverse career paths, connect with influential leaders, and experience Etihad’s dynamic work culture.