Global air passenger demand declined by 0.5% year-on-year in September 2026, reflecting continued weakness in the Middle East and North America, according to the latest figures released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has announced the resumption of daily flights to Saudi capital Riyadh, following the recent disruptions to operations at King Khalid International Airport. The decision follows a careful assessment of operational conditions, with passenger safety remaining the airline's priority.
Adnec Group, a Modon company, kicks off November by hosting two of most significant international events - ADIPEC 2026, the world’s largest energy event, in Abu Dhabi and World Travel Market (WTM) London, one of the global travel industry’s leading gatherings, at the Group’s Excel London venue - in the same week.
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global (RSG) has announced the opening of Grand Hyatt The Red Sea, a landmark premium resort on Shura Island that introduces its largest purpose-built events venue. It features 430 rooms, suites and villas offering an extensive collection of dining venues and family-focused amenities.
Oversee, a leading travel technology company specialising in AI solutions for travel agencies, has announced the expansion of its full technology suite into the leisure travel market.
Travelsoft Pay, the payment technology company of Travelsoft, is now integrated into six of the group’s travel technology platforms.
Cheval Collection has unveiled a stunning, 4,200 square foot penthouse at Cheval Maison The Palm Dubai, taking luxury living to new heights at its award-winning, flagship property in the Middle East.
THE OZEN COLLECTION, an award-winning ultra-luxury hospitality brand in the Maldives owned by Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts (Atmosphere Core), offers the new luxury of not having to think on vacation.
The Chedi Hegra introduces Al Majlis, a destination dining and events venue set within Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has launched “Gulf Air Gardens,” its largest green project at the airline’s headquarters, spanning an area of 2,900 sq m. Launched in conjunction with National Tree Week, the garden is scheduled to open in November 2026, reflecting the airline’s commitment to environmental sustainability and supporting the Kingdom’s efforts to expand green spaces.
