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.

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.

Emirates will introduce a slew of Boeing 777 and Airbus A380s with upgraded cabins to 8 more cities on its network in the coming months. The airline will roll out its refreshed A380s to Bangkok, Hong Kong, Nice and Perth and its upgraded Boeing 777s to Madrid, Kuala Lumpur, Phuket and Frankfurt, as well as another refitted Boeing 777 service to Dublin*.

ATM is always an event for airlines to showcase their latest offerings, especially their premier class seats and suites.  Breaking Travel News aviation correspondent Phil Blizzard provides a snapshot of business class offerings from the top 10 airlines based on the 2024 World Airline Awards by Skytrax.

EVA Air has announced the signing of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) procurement agreements with three major suppliers: Associated Energy Group, LLC (AEG FUELS) from the United States, COSMO Oil Marketing Co., Ltd. (COSMO) from Japan, and Formosa Petrochemical Corporation from Taiwan. This strategic move reaffirms EVA Air’s unwavering commitment to sustainability by expanding its SAF footprint and establishing long-term partnerships with global and local suppliers.

Malaysia Airlines have announced a series of exciting developments aimed at elevating its global presence and connectivity, including the unveiling of its latest co-branded aircraft livery in partnership with Manchester United. The airline also confirmed its return to Brisbane starting from November 2025 alongside increased flight frequencies across its Asia-Pacific network as it seeks to strengthen its global connectivity as the gateway to Asia and beyond