The UAE and Egypt have agreed to gradually expand bilateral air traffic rights over the next five years under a phased framework aimed at meeting rising travel demand, creating new opportunities for airlines and strengthening economic integration between the two countries.
The Roads General Authority (RGA) has outlined two main routes linking Riyadh to Hail as part of its efforts to improve access to one of the kingdom's major tourism destinations located in the northwestern region, known for its mountain landscapes and historical sites.
Oman Air has partnered with Insurte, ISA Assist and Takaful Oman Insurance to launch an integrated travel insurance solution, providing customers with seamless insurance options embedded within the booking journey and enhancing passenger convenience.
flydubai is expanding its Italy network with increased services to Milan-Bergamo and Naples. From 31 July 2026, the airline will launch double-daily Milan flights, alongside daily Naples and other seasonal Italian routes.
NEOPAY has launched Unified Payments Interface (UPI) acceptance for online bookings at At the Top, Burj Khalifa, in partnership with NPCI International Payments Limited and Emaar Entertainment, becoming the first UAE attraction to enable UPI e-commerce payments for Indian visitors.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) reported strong first-half 2026 results, with revenue rising to $865.9 million and profit before tax reaching $229.9 million, reflecting continued growth and a 26.6% pre-tax margin.
Emirates has expanded its Travel Rehearsal programme to Clark International Airport, helping neurodiverse children and their families prepare for air travel through a guided airport experience. The initiative marks the airline’s second rehearsal in the Philippines, following an event in Cebu in June.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has launched a beta version of its AI-powered conversational search feature on IHG.com and the IHG One Rewards mobile app, introducing a new way for travellers to discover and book stays.
Saudia has expanded its codeshare partnerships with Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic, enhancing access to North America through major European hubs. The agreement will connect travellers to nearly 30 destinations across the US and Canada via Paris, Amsterdam and London.
flynas and Turkish Airlines have signed a codeshare agreement to strengthen air connectivity between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and destinations across their global networks.
