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Red Sea Global graduates 386 trainees in Vocational Training Programme

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

Red Sea Global (RSG) has celebrated the graduation of its fourth cohort of the Red Sea Vocational Training Programme, with 386 graduates completing specialised training for careers in tourism and hospitality.

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Cluster2 Airports earn accessibility accreditation for 18 Saudi airports

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

Cluster2 Airports has achieved a major milestone after 18 of its airports received Level One Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation (AEA) from Airports Council International (ACI), recognising progress in improving accessibility for passengers with disabilities.

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NSG, Saudia activate first skywaves in-flight connectivity on A321XLR

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

Neo Space Group (NSG) and Saudia have announced the first line-fit activation of NSG Skywaves in-flight connectivity aboard Saudia’s inaugural Airbus A321XLR, marking a major milestone in Saudi Arabia’s aviation and space integration.

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French tourist arrivals to Oman jump 25pc in 2025

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

Oman welcomed 77,000 French tourists in 2025, a 25% increase year-on-year, with growth continuing into 2026 as first-quarter arrivals rose 10% to more than 24,600, driven by tourism promotion, improved connectivity and the country's cultural appeal.

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UAE resumes travel to Lebanon for nationals

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has announced that UAE nationals will be permitted to travel to Lebanon from June 29, 2026.

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IHG to bring all six luxury, lifestyle brands to Saudi Arabia by 2028

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

IHG Hotels & Resorts will introduce all six of its Luxury & Lifestyle brands to Saudi Arabia by 2028, with each brand either already operating or in development.

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Minor Hotels signs NH Riyadh Prime Square, marking Mideast debut

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

Minor Hotels has signed NH Riyadh Prime Square Hotel, marking the Middle East debut of its NH Hotels & Resorts brand. Opening in 2030, the 121-room upscale hotel will be developed by Heyazah Real Estate Development in Riyadh's King Fahad District.

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Dubai airport receives first flight from Tehran since February

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

A commercial passenger flight from Tehran landed at Dubai International Airport on Monday, marking the first direct air service between the Iranian capital and the UAE's busiest airport since flights were suspended during the recent Iran-Israel conflict.

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Dar Global teams up with Fendi for top Oman oceanfront living project

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

Dar Global, a leading real estate company, has joined hands with Italian brand Fendi Casa for the launch of Azure Oceanfront Villas, a collection of ultra-luxury mansions, set within its landmark 4.3 million-sq-m AIDA clifftop community development in Muscat, Oman.

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Air cargo demand up 6% in May; Mideast carriers report decline

Mon, 29 Jun 2026

Total global air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), increased by 6.0% in May this year, compared to May 2025 levels (6.5% for international operations), according to International Air Transport Association (IATA) data.