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European Investment Bank, Airbus sign $1.1bn loan for aerospace innovation

Tue, 30 Jun 2026

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Airbus have signed a €1 billion ($1.1 billion) loan to support research and development in Europe’s aerospace sector, forming the first tranche of a wider €3 billion financing package.

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Six Senses The Palm, Dubai focuses on sustainability

Tue, 30 Jun 2026

Ahead of its UAE debut, Six Senses The Palm, Dubai is integrating sustainability across its design, operations and guest experiences.

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Wego partners with Azerbaijan Tourism Board to promote destination

Tue, 30 Jun 2026

Wego has partnered with the Azerbaijan Tourism Board to promote Azerbaijan to travellers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

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Al Mouj Muscat adds $2.3bn to Oman's GDP in 20 years, says study

Tue, 30 Jun 2026

Al Mouj Muscat, Oman's flagship integrated tourism destination, has contributed $2.3 billion to the sultanate's GDP over the past two decades, said a study, adding that it had evolved from a pioneering waterfront development into one of the region's most mature integrated destinations.

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Sun Siyam Vilu Reef Maldives launches 50 new overwater villas

Tue, 30 Jun 2026

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef Maldives has launched its new Ocean Signature Villas with Pool and Slide, adding 50 overwater accommodations to the resort. The collection includes 48 one-bedroom villas and two two-bedroom villas.

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UAE nationals can now travel to Lebanon

Tue, 30 Jun 2026

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has announced that UAE nationals are now permitted to travel to the Lebanon.

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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.