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Ahmed Janahi appointed CEO of Bahrain Airport Company

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport, has appointed Ahmed Janahi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 2.

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Saudi Tourism Authority teams up with Mastercard to attract global visitors

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) and Mastercard have partnered to boost Saudi Arabia’s tourism growth, using data insights, targeted campaigns, and digital experiences to attract international visitors.

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Wyndham accelerates EMEA expansion with 25 hotel signings in H1 2026

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts expanded across Europe, the Middle East, Eurasia and Africa (EMEA) in H1 2026, signing 25 hotels and opening 13 properties as demand for experience-led travel and emerging destinations drove growth.

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HBX Group expands global distribution through Sabre partnership

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

HBX Group, a B2B travel technology marketplace, has partnered with Sabre to expand access to its global accommodation portfolio across Sabre’s worldwide travel agency network.

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Euroairlines expands market reach with Aeroprime Group partnership

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Euroairlines has appointed Aeroprime Group as its exclusive Cargo General Sales Agent (GSA) for India and Passenger GSA for the UAE, strengthening its presence in key aviation markets.

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Atlantis Dubai advances responsible tourism with triple accolades

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Atlantis Dubai has reinforced its position as a leader in responsible tourism after securing three sustainability accreditations recognising its continued commitment to environmental stewardship, responsible operations and community engagement.

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flydubai to host UAE National Careers Open Day

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, will host its UAE National Careers Open Day on August 16 at the flydubai Campus, offering UAE nationals the opportunity to explore career pathways within one of the region’s fastest-growing carriers.

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Amadeus posts resilient H1 2026 results with revenue up 2.3pc

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Amadeus reported resilient H1 2026 results, with revenue rising 2.3% to €3.33 billion ($3.8 billion) and operating income up 0.6%, supported by a diversified business model and sustained demand for travel technology solutions.

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Riyadh Air begins Riyadh-Kuala Lumpur service

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Riyadh Air has launched its inaugural Riyadh-Kuala Lumpur service, marking its entry into Southeast Asia. The thrice-weekly nonstop route strengthens Saudi Arabia-Malaysia connectivity, supporting tourism, trade and travel links between the two markets.

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Jazeera Airways boosts UAE service with new Abu Dhabi, Al Ain flights

Sat, 01 Aug 2026

Kuwait's leading low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has announced that it is strengthening the UAE operations with additional flights to capital Abu Dhabi and Al Ain starting from August 10. With this move, its total weekly services across the emirates has risen to 29, including three daily flights to Dubai.