Air Arabia reported a 51% decline in first-half net profit to AED 374 million ($102 million), as the Middle East and North Africa’s largest low-cost carrier faced reduced capacity, airspace closures and record-high fuel prices linked to the ongoing regional conflict.
Transom, the aviation services arm of Oman Airports, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Air Algérie Group to establish a strategic partnership covering ground handling and other aviation-related services in Algeria.
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 will bring hospitality leaders together in Dubai from September 14-17 to examine evolving guest expectations, innovation and long-term investment, with the industry focused on resilience and personalised experiences.
Kuwaiti travellers are broadening their August holiday horizons, with Tunisia, Sri Lanka and Spain gaining momentum. Tunisia led the growth at 54%, while Sri Lanka rose 30% and Spain 19%, driven by stronger interest in Madrid and Malaga, according to Wego search trends.
Waldorf Astoria Kuwait has secured three honours at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, strengthening its position as a leading luxury hotel in Kuwait.
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and UCSI University Sarawak Campus will bring together students and emerging tourism professionals for the PATA Youth Symposium & Education in Hospitality and Tourism Forum 2026, taking place August 17-18 in Kuching, Malaysia.
Saudi fintech firm barq and Riyadh Air have signed a strategic agreement to develop an integrated payment technology solution for the airline. Under the agreement, barq will serve as Riyadh Air’s strategic payment technology partner, supporting implementation, integration and ongoing platform development.
Saudi luxury travellers are reshaping global hospitality, with KBLT Chairman Sulaiman Al Romi urging international brands to prioritise privacy, cultural understanding, trust and discreet service over traditional displays of luxury as competition for the market intensifies.
Red Sea Global (RSG), a PIF company and regenerative tourism developer, has renewed its sponsorship of Al-Ahli Saudi Football Club for the 2026-2027 season, extending a partnership that began in 2023. Under the new agreement, AMAALA will feature on the front of Al-Ahli's first-team shirts, replacing the Red Sea Global brand as the partnership enters a new phase.
Etihad Airways has announced a new seasonal service linking Abu Dhabi and Gothenburg, Sweden, beginning December 17, 2026. The route will operate four times weekly through March 21, 2027, providing Gothenburg with its first direct air connection to Asia.
