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Qatar Airways Awarded ‘Best Airline in the World’ at Business Traveller Awards 2025
Qatar Airways has been named the ‘Best Airline in the World’ at the prestigious Business Traveller Awards 2025, reaffirming its position as a global leader in aviation. This recognition highlights the airline’s continued pursuit of excellence, innovation, and world-class service
AviLease and Riyadh Air signs landmark first lease for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
AviLease, the global aircraft lessor headquartered in Saudi Arabia and Riyadh Air the new national carrier for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has signed its first aircraft lease. The agreement covers one Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and positions AviLease as the inaugural lessor to partner with the Kingdom’s newest airline. Delivery is scheduled in Q4 2025, marking a key milestone as Riyadh Air moves closer to its commercial launch. The Boeing 787-9 is among the most advanced and fuel-efficient widebody aircraft in service. The lease Underscores AviLease’s commitment to expanding its portfolio of latest-generation aircraft, while supporting Riyadh Air’s strategy to introduce a technologically advanced, fuel-efficient fleet that contributes to the Kingdom’s ambition to develop a world-class aviation ecosystem.
Emirates adds another ‘Best International Airline’ award to its portfolio of accolades
Emirates has garnered another slew of awards this month, including ‘Best International Airline’, ‘Best International First Class’, and ‘Best International Airline Lounge’ from the Forbes Travel Guide Verified Air Travel Awards, as well as a host of titles from entities such as the World Travel Awards, The Times and Sunday Times Travel Awards, and the Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.
Turkish Airlines Secures Landmark Financing from Bank of China
Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, has successfully completed a landmark financing transaction with Bank of China, arranged by Bank of China Turkey A.ª. The five-year facility, amounting to 2.9 billion Chinese Yuan (equivalent to USD 412 million), will support the airline’s core development initiatives, including fleet expansion, business growth, the construction of new facilities and infrastructure projects at Istanbul Airport.
Saudia Unveils SV Lifestyle Brand at Riyadh Fashion Week
Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, unveiled its new premium lifestyle brand, SV, during an exclusive runway show held at The Roof at Al Mamlaka Social Dining as part of Riyadh Fashion Week 2025.
SAL and Emirates SkyCargo Renew Partnership
SAL Logistics Services announced the renewal of its partnership through the signing of a strategic agreement with Emirates SkyCargo to provide integrated solutions covering ground handling, air cargo, and logistics operations for the UAE carrier's flights across airports in the Kingdom.
VISTA BRINGS XO TO ASIA, STRENGTHENING FLYING SOLUTIONS AMID CONTINUED DEMAND FOR VISTAJET
Vista, the world's leading private aviation group, announced its 2026 commitment and expansion plans for Asia, along with the outstanding demand for flying solutions through its leading brands VistaJet and XO in the Asia Pacific region during the first half of 2025.
Sabre and All Nippon Airways mark milestone with the launch of global NDC content
Sabre Corporation, a leading global travel technology company, and All Nippon Airways have reached a landmark moment together with the global launch of New Distribution Capability (NDC) content through SabreMosaic™ Travel Marketplace. With this collaboration, All Nippon Airways becomes the first carrier in Japan to activate NDC content.
myPlane rolls out AI-driven demand and pricing capabilities for charter bookings
myPlane, the world’s first online booking engine for commercial charter flights, has today announced a suite of AI capabilities that turn charter enquiries into market pricing insights, giving airline revenue teams the data to track demand and set margins with confidence.
Thai Airways invests in Digital Loyalty Transformation with IBS Software’s iLoyal Platform
IBS Software, a global leader in SaaS solutions for the travel industry, announced that Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has selected IBS Software’s iLoyal platform to digitally transform and modernise the THAI’s Royal Orchid Plus Programme.
Alaska Airlines strengthens commitment to San Diego, Portland and Hawai'i with 13 new routes
Alaska Airlines is introducing 13 new nonstop routes beginning next spring, including a range of flights from our key hubs in San Diego and Portland. We've also added two new destinations to our route map, deepened our commitment to Hawai'i with additional flights and solidified our role as Santa Rosa-Sonoma's #1 carrier in the heart of California Wine Country.
Marrakech Joins Delta’s Growing Global Network: New Direct Route from Atlanta to Morocco
Delta Air Lines strengthens U.S.–Morocco ties and positions Marrakech as a major destination for American travelers with three weekly flights