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Riyadh Air Unveils “Sound of a New Era” Sonic Brand
Riyadh Air has released its captivating new sonic brand, “Sound of a New Era,” revealing one of the first key guest experience touchpoints, with seats, airport and inflight products set to be shared in the near future, as the airline approaches its first flight later in 2025. This sonic identity, composed and orchestrated at the world-famous Abbey Road Studios, is the creation of a talented mix of Saudi and international artists, designed to tell stories across horizons.
Riyadh Air and LIV Golf League sign multi-year partnership ahead of 2025 season launch
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new premium national carrier and LIV Golf, the world’s first global golf league, today announced a major multi-year partnership. The agreement, unveiled today by Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas and LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil, marks Riyadh Air’s ongoing commitment to sports, one of its key focus areas, and will encompass a comprehensive sponsorship across the LIV Golf League.
Riyadh Air Boeing 787-9 Technical Spare Aircraft has arrived
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The first Riyadh Air Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, adorned in the airline’s stunning pearl livery, has landed at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. This leased aircraft marks a significant milestone for Riyadh Air and will serve as a technical spare and training asset.
Riyadh Air signs a strategic agreement with Catrion to deliver world class culinary experiences
Riyadh Air, a new digitally native airline and a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has officially selected Catrion, a prominent Saudi Arabian company, to provide in-flight catering and related services for its domestic and international flights. These services will be provided at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and the contract will span five years, with an estimated value of SAR 2.3 billion. This move is part of Riyadh Air’s efforts to ensure an unrivalled guest experience as it prepares to launch operations in 2025.
Riyadh Air places firm order for 60 Airbus A321neo Family aircraft
Riyadh Air, the new premium international airline based in Saudi Arabia, has placed a firm order for 60 A321neo Family aircraft. The agreement was signed at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, marking a significant milestone for Riyadh Air. The signing ceremony was attended by His Excellency Yasir Al-Rumayyan Governor of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Chairman of Riyadh Air, Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, Christian Scherer, Chief Executive Officer, Commercial Aircraft at Airbus and Benoit de Saint-Exupery, Executive Vice President Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.
Riyadh Air Selects SabreMosaic™ to Power Next-Gen Retailing and Offer Optimization
Riyadh Air, poised to become one of the most forward-thinking airlines globally, has entered into a strategic agreement with Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a global leader in software and technology powering the travel industry. Through this partnership, Riyadh Air will adopt comprehensive SabreMosaic™ Offer Optimization technology that provides the intelligence to enable the airline’s ambition to be the first carrier to operate on offer- and order-based technology across the entire retail spectrum from its first day of operations in 2025.
Virgin Atlantic and Riyadh Air sign agreement to expand connectivity and premium travel
Virgin Atlantic and Riyadh Air have signed a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding, with the goal of introducing an array of benefits for customers traveling between London, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and destinations beyond. The agreement, signed at a ceremony at Riyadh Air’s Headquarters in Riyadh, is the first stage in the strategic partnership that will enable both airlines to strengthen connectivity, expand their networks and enhance customer experience.
Riyadh Air announces major deal to become FIFA confederation Concacaf’s official airline partner
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new digitally native airline, a fully owned company of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Concacaf, the FIFA Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football, has announced a multi-year partnership to expand the airline’s presence in global sports.
Riyadh Air and Delta to work together on expanding connectivity and premium travel options
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new digitally native airline and Delta Air Lines, the world’s leading premium airline, and have signed a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of introducing a broad range of benefits for customers traveling between North America, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and onward destinations. The agreement signed today at a ceremony at the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta, serves as the foundation for a strategic partnership that will enable both airlines to strengthen connectivity, expand their networks and drive future growth.
Riyadh Air and Saudi Arabian creative director Ashi reveal stunning collection during Haute Couture
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new world-class airline and fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), in collaboration with the Saudi fashion designer Ashi, founder of Parisian couture house ASHI Studio, has unveiled its first-ever fashion collection, during Haute Couture Week in Paris.
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s Newest Airline with a Digital-First Vision
CellPoint Digital, the leading provider of payment solutions to the airline industry and a global pioneer of Payment Orchestration, today announced a new partnership with Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s newest national airline. CellPoint Digital will equip the carrier with innovative payment technology to fuel its digital-first business strategy as it prepares to launch commercial operations in 2025.
Riyadh Air chooses Creative Director Ashi as its cabin crew fashion designer
Riyadh Air has selected world-renowned Saudi Arabian fashion designer Ashi to design and create the airline’s first-ever cabin crew fashion line. The partnership marks another groundbreaking milestone for the Kingdom’s new start-up airline, which is set to combine spectacular high fashion and outstanding design with functionality ahead of its maiden flight in 2025.