Dnata News
Blacklane and dnata Travel Group shift gears in new partnership
Blacklane, the global chauffeur service, and dnata Travel Group, a division of leading global air and travel services provider dnata, have joined forces to bring luxury journeys to the top business and leisure travel brands across the UK, Middle East and Asia.
Purely Yours Showcases Holiday Possibilities with Pure Luxury
Pure Luxury, the ultra-luxury B2B brand of dnata Travel Group UK, has launched Purely Yours today, their latest campaign and curated book filled with tailor-made luxury escapes. Purely Yours showcases a collection of luxury hotels, resorts, and bespoke itineraries designed to cater to a wide range of travellers, from couples and adult groups to multi-generational families, families with young children, and families with teens. With their expertise, insider knowledge, and trusted global partners, Pure Luxury ensures thoughtful touches are woven into every journey.
dnata Named First Ground Handler in IAG’s Preferred Partner Programme
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with International Airlines Group (IAG), becoming the first ground handler selected under its Preferred Partner Programme. The MoU establishes the foundation for a broader, long-term collaboration between the companies, as IAG deepens its relationships with select strategic partners to drive innovation, consistency and long-term value.
Emirates Group achieves record profit of AED 22.7 bn (US$ 6.2 bn) in 2024-25
The Emirates Group have released its 2024-25 Annual Report, achieving new record profit, EBITDA, revenue, and cash balance levels. This outstanding performance places the Emirates Group as the most profitable aviation group globally in the 2024-25 reporting period, with Emirates reporting the best result in its history to become the world’s most profitable airline. Both Emirates and dnata contributed record revenues in 2024-25, as the Group expanded its operations around the world to meet voracious customer demand for its high-quality products and services.
dnata brings global cargo investments and future-focused infrastructure to the spotlight
As the air cargo industry gathers in Dubai for the World Cargo Symposium, dnata is spotlighting three major facility launches as part of global infrastructure investments exceeding US$ 110 million. New developments in The Netherlands, UAE and Iraq are set to go live in 2025, strengthening dnata’s cargo and logistics capabilities across its global operations. “As supply chains evolve and customer expectations shift, we’re focused on investing in infrastructure that’s fit for purpose today and adaptable for tomorrow”, said Clive Sauvé-Hopkins, dnata’s CEO – Airport Operations. “Our latest investments prioritise automation, scalability and energy efficiency, enabling us to support our customers more effectively in a fast-changing logistics environment.”
dnata Secures Major Inflight Catering Deals with HNA Group Airlines for Key Australian Routes
dnata has won three long-term contracts to provide inflight catering services to Hainan Airlines, Tianjin Air, and Beijing Capital Airlines (formerly part of HNA Group) at Melbourne International Airport and Sydney International Airport. The contracts will see dnata produce approximately 380,000 meals per year for flights operating between Melbourne and China, which serve about 200,000 passengers annually across 19 weekly services.
dnata Travel: 35% increase in international bookings from the UAE
dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest serving travel provider, is reporting a 35% increase in bookings for international travel across July and August 2024, compared to the same timings last year. As one of the busiest weekends forecasted for travel fast approaches, the travel agency is supporting thousands of travellers with pre-booked itineraries and last-minute requests across its multiple channels, including 14 retail outlets across the country.
Cutting-Edge Cooking: dnata Introduces AI-driven Robot Chef at WTCE Expo
At the World Travel Catering and Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) in Hamburg, dnata Catering & Retail is showcasing a cooking robot capable of preparing delectable Asian dishes like stir-fried beef with oyster sauce and kung pao shrimp. Developed by BOTINKIT, this robot replicates a chef’s stir-frying technique with precision, using induction pot technology for even heating and precision seasoning for consistent taste.
Emirates Group announces 2023-24 results
The Emirates Group today released its 2023-24 Annual Report, hitting new record profit, revenue, and cash balance levels. Both Emirates and dnata saw significant profit and revenue increases in 2023-24, as the Group expanded its operations around the world to meet strong customer demand for its high-quality products and services.
Minor Hotels and dnata Travel Group Enhance Partnership to Elevate Plans for Global Growth
Minor Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator and investor with more than 540 hotels in 56 countries in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe and the Americas, announces an enhanced strategic partnership with dnata Travel Group, a leading global travel services provider, part of the Emirates Group, to elevate the booking and in-destination experience for global travellers.
Dnata Travel Group brands win eight accolades at World Travel Awards Middle East 2024
dnata Travel Group brands across the GCC have won eight accolades at the Middle East edition of the 2024 World Travel Awards. Its representatives celebrated the wins during the Arabian Travel Market, at a stand dedicated to the Group’s brands.