Etihad Airways and Uzbekistan Airways have signed a codeshare agreement that opens Central Asia for Etihad’s global guests and links Uzbekistan Airways guests to Etihad’s daily Abu Dhabi service.
United Hospitality Management, a global leader in hospitality asset development, has appointed Shadi Refai as its Cluster General Manager for the Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait, Vignette Collection by IHG and a soon to be opened second hotel in Kuwait City.
Abu Dhabi is set to host the world’s second Sphere, a futuristic venue that is transforming live entertainment through its massive spherical design, ultra-high-resolution wraparound screens and cutting-edge multi-sensory technology.
Air Arabia reported Q1 2026 net profit of AED278 million ($76 million), down 22% due to regional conflict, airspace closures and restrictions. Turnover rose 1% to AED1.8 billion, while passenger numbers fell 5% to 4.7 million despite an 86% seat load factor.
JA Resorts & Hotels, a Dubai hospitality landscape for over 40 years, is upgrading its properties and experiences, including enhancements at key locations, ahead of this summer’s launch of the Jebel Ali Sports & Shooting Club.
Leo & Loona Kids Park has opened at The Avenues Mall Bahrain, introducing one of the region’s leading indoor family entertainment concepts to the Kingdom.
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the launch of direct flights to Benghazi in Libya, becoming the first UAE carrier to operate direct services between Dubai and Benghazi Benina International Airport (BEN).
Several airports within Saudi Arabia’s Cluster 2 Airports have earned Airport Carbon Accreditation from the Airports Council International (ACI), demonstrating their growing commitment to environmental sustainability at different stages of progress.
Qashio, a Mena region spend management solutions company, has announced the launch of Qashio Corporate Travel, a new platform that allows employees to issue and use company cards while booking flights and hotels in one place.
Arsenale Group’s Dream of the Desert, Saudi Arabia’s first ultra-luxury train, opened its Riyadh headquarters and appointed Raffaele Breschi as General Manager and CEO of Arsenale International, marking a key development milestone.
