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Corporate SAF certificate purchases could reach 1.9m tonnes by 2030: study

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Corporate purchases of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) environmental attribute certificates could support between 1 million and 1.9 million tonnes of SAF annually by 2030, up from an estimated 323,000 tonnes in 2024, according to a new study by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Airbus and Accenture.

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Qatar Airways signs first Japanese aircraft financing deal for three Boeing 787-9s

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Qatar Airways Group has signed its first Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) transaction, covering three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, marking its entry into Japan’s aircraft financing market.

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Emerging Travel Group partners with Agoda to boost hotel distribution

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Emerging Travel Group (ETG), a UAE-based online travel group, and digital travel platform Agoda have entered into a strategic partnership to expand accommodation supply and distribution across their respective platforms.

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Business events must embrace ‘regeneration’ to unlock $6.2trn Brain Economy: report

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

The business events industry must embrace ‘regeneration’ to unlock the potential of a projected $6.2 trillion Brain Economy, according to a preview of the IBTM World Trends Report 2027, which highlights the growing value of human cognition, creativity and meaningful connections in an increasingly automated world.

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Qatar T100 Kick Off Run returns to Lusail in December

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Visit Qatar, in partnership with the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO), has announced the return of the Qatar T100 Kick Off Run on December 10, inviting residents and visitors of all ages and fitness levels to participate in community runs ahead of the 2026 Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final.

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Dubai Airport Show concludes with focus on innovation, expansion

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

The 25th edition of Dubai Airport Show concluded at Dubai World Trade Centre on October 14, bringing together more than 150 exhibitors from over 30 countries and attracting more than 3,000 visitors to explore technologies shaping the future of airport development, digital transformation, aviation security and sustainability.

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Cvent Accelerate Dubai 2026 highlights AI’s role in event-led growth

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Cvent, a provider of event, marketing and hospitality technology solutions, brought together 400 event, marketing and hospitality professionals for the fourth edition of Cvent Accelerate Dubai 2026, held at InterContinental Dubai Festival City.

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MCBS, Boeing host Aviation Forum to advance Oman’s aviation talent

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

The Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS), with support from Boeing, hosted the ‘Sky Futures Oman’ aviation forum in Muscat on October 12, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, academics and students to discuss the country’s aviation priorities and future workforce needs.

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UAE’s hospitality edge, built on resilience and strategic investment: HMH Chairman

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

The UAE’s tourism success is driven by strategic investment, diverse visitor markets and an evolving hospitality sector. In an exclusive interview, TTN speaks with HMH Chairman Sheikh Mohammed bin Faisal bin Sultan Al Qassimi about the country’s growth, destination development and strategies for long-term competitiveness and resilience.

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Riyadh Season reschedules Six Kings Slam to December 2026

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Riyadh Season has postponed the third edition of the international Six Kings Slam tennis tournament from October 21, 22 and 24 to December 27–30, 2026.