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Dubai unveils action-packed August calendar of summer events

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

Dubai has unveiled a packed August 2026 summer calendar featuring shopping offers, dining experiences, indoor sports and live entertainment. Dubai Summer Surprises continues to drive citywide retail, leisure and family activities through August 30.

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Bombardier celebrates delivery of 200th Challenger 3500 jet

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

Bombardier has announced the delivery of its 200th Challenger 3500 jet to Piero Ferrari, Vice Chairman of Ferrari, bringing together one of business aviation’s most successful super-midsize jets with one of the world’s most iconic names in mobility, design and craftsmanship.

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MBRAH’s Sky Support Complex on track for Q3 completion

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH), the aerospace platform of Dubai South dedicated to advancing the aviation industry, has announced that construction of its Sky Support Complex is on track for completion by the end of Q3 2026.

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DC Aviation Al-Futtaim secures San Marino maintenance approval to expand MRO capabilities

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF) has secured CAR-145 maintenance approval from San Marino’s Civil Aviation Authority, expanding its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities at Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport and enabling support for T7-registered private and commercial aircraft.

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flynas to train 300 Saudi pilots by 2027

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

flynas has announced plans to qualify and graduate up to 300 Saudi pilots by the end of 2027 through its "Future Pilots" programme and employment-linked scholarships under the Wa’ed Track of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Programme.

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Saudia, Air India strengthen codeshare partnership

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

Saudia and Air India have signed a strategic MoU to expand their partnership, enhancing connectivity between Saudi Arabia and India through broader codeshare cooperation, network integration, operational collaboration and potential expansion to affiliate carriers.

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India's tourism sector hits $263.6bn, eyes global top four: WTTC

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

India's travel and tourism sector contributed $263.6 billion to the economy and supported 46.2 million jobs in 2025, with World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasting continued strong growth as the country targets becoming the world's fourth-largest tourism economy by 2036.

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Acciona Cultura delivers premium Hafawa Lounge for Riyadh Air

Mon, 27 Jul 2026

Acciona Cultura has completed Riyadh Air’s 2,000 sq m Hafawa Lounge at King Khalid International Airport, delivering a premium, technology-driven passenger experience and marking a milestone in the launch of Saudi Arabia’s new national airline.

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Signature, betterhomes release W Residences Dubai select units

Mon, 27 Jul 2026

Signature Developers has partnered with betterhomes to release a limited selection of residences at W Residences Dubai – Jumeirah Lakes Towers, the newest branded residential address coming to JLT. Construction is currently under way on the project with handover likely in Q4 2028.

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Emirates Skywards expands rewards to European rail travel

Mon, 27 Jul 2026

Emirates Skywards has launched Skywards Rail, enabling its 39 million members to redeem loyalty Miles for rail travel across more than 12,000 destinations in Europe.