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THC orders eight Airbus H145 helicopters to expand Saudi aviation operations

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

The Helicopter Company (THC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, has placed a firm order for eight additional Airbus H145 helicopters during the Farnborough International Airshow in the UK.

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Abu Dhabi Showdown Week kicks off with action-packed fan experiences

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organisation, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), is kicking off Abu Dhabi Showdown Week on Yas Island with an action-packed programme of fan experiences, athlete appearances and live events ahead of UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs Guskov at Etihad Arena on Saturday (July 25).

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Turkish Airlines expands pilot training capacity with CAE simulator deal

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Turkish Airlines has signed an agreement with CAE, an expert in aviation training technologies, for the delivery of five full-flight simulators (FFS) and two flight training devices (FTD), with options for two additional full-flight simulators.

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Riyadh Air adds 28 Boeing 787s to accelerate international expansion

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Riyadh Air will add 28 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, including 20 larger 787-10s, expanding its fleet strategy. The deal will increase its firm Dreamliner order to 67 aircraft once finalised.

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Riyadh Air expands fleet with six more Airbus A350-1000s

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Riyadh Air has exercised purchase rights for six additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, increasing its confirmed A350-1000 fleet to 31 aircraft as it accelerates its global expansion strategy.

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SalamAir launches direct Muscat-Kigali service

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost carrier, has launched a new direct service between Muscat and Kigali, Rwanda, expanding its African network. Operating twice weekly, the first flight to Kigali will depart on July 21. The inaugural ceremony was held at Muscat International Airport.

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Global Airports Forum 2026 to drive aviation innovation in Saudi Arabia

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Global Airports Forum (GAF) 2026 is set to reinforce its position as Saudi Arabia’s leading platform for airport business, collaboration and aviation innovation, bringing together industry leaders, decision-makers and global stakeholders to shape the future of airport development.

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Air Arabia CEO receives Executive Leadership for Africa, Mideast award

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Air Arabia Group Chief Executive Officer Adel Al Ali has received the Executive Leadership for Africa and the Middle East award at the Airline Strategy Awards 2026 in London, recognising his contribution to aviation growth and transformation across the region.

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Late August emerges as best-value period for Saudi summer flights: Skyscanner

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Saudi families could save up to SAR4,128 ($1098.71) on summer flights by choosing cheaper travel dates, with Skyscanner revealing August 31 as the best-value week as many travellers continue searching for holiday deals.

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Mubadala Capital, Pierre & Vacances sign tender offer agreement for $1.1bn takeover

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Mubadala Capital (MC), through a special purpose vehicle controlled by MC, and Pierre et Vacances have entered into a Tender Offer Agreement which sets the terms and conditions of the proposed acquisition by MC of all of Pierre et Vacances outstanding securities through an all-cash voluntary tender offer.