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dnata to set up new cargo facility at Sydney airport

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

dnata, a leading air and travel services provider based in Dubai, has announced plans to establish a dedicated cargo terminal facility at Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI). Once operational, the 5,000 sq m facility will handle up to 60,000 tonnes of cargo per annum.

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Oman, Thailand explore tourism cooperation avenues

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Oman and Thailand explored cooperation in tourism promotion, reviewing best practices for managing destinations, enhancing integrated tourism experiences, and improving the quality and competitiveness of tourism products to attract more visitors.

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ITB China 2026 to highlight cruise industry transformation

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Cruising is shifting toward curated, experience-driven travel shaped by luxury, expedition, personalisation, and sustainability, a transformation that will take centre stage at ITB China 2026 across both the exhibition floor and conference programme.

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Jumeirah marks Earth Day 2026 with sustainability experiences

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Jumeirah, a global luxury hospitality brand and part of Dubai Holding, is marking Earth Day 2026 with a wide-ranging programme of family-friendly activities and sustainable dining across its international properties.

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Scenic Group expands yacht fleet with new 2028 itineraries

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Scenic Group has unveiled a major expansion of its global yacht cruising programme for 2028, highlighting growing demand for luxury and expedition voyages.

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Ethiopian Airlines finalises order for six Boeing 787 Dreamliners

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing announce the purchase of six 787 Dreamliner jets as the airline fully exercises commitments from its 2023 landmark order.

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Saudi Arabia civil aviation expects 12,000 flights during Hajj season

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation has affirmed its full readiness to enhance operation during this Hajj season by providing more than 3.1 million seats for inbound and outbound flights and operating more than 12,000 scheduled and charter flights through six main airports.

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Dubai Airports will continue ambitious expansion plans: Sheikh Hamdan

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Dubai Airports will continue to advance its expansion plans in line with the leadership's vision to shape the future of global aviation, driven by a relentless focus on innovation and excellence, said HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.

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Dubai's Al Mamzar Beaches project work nearing completion

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Dubai Municipality has announced that work is nearing completion on one of its flagship projects - Al Mamzar Beaches, with several standout features. Spanning 4 million sq ft, it is set to become a unique family beach destination that can accommodate up to 7 million visitors annually.

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Oman awarded Arab Tourism Excellence Necklace

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has been awarded the Arab Tourism Excellence Necklace by the Arab Tourism Organisation, in recognition of his contributions to joint Arab action and greater integration among Arab states, particularly in the tourism sector.