Emirates has launched its third daily Dubai-Nairobi flight, increasing operations to 21 weekly services. The new EK717 route strengthens connectivity for tourists, business travellers and exporters while supporting Kenya’s trade and tourism growth.
Emirates plans to introduce a range of incentives aimed at reassuring passengers and encouraging them to return to travel amid the ongoing Iran conflict, but the airline has ruled out fare discounts as part of its strategy.
Emirates and Real Madrid CF have renewed their partnership, extending one of the highest profile sponsorships in football through to 2031, and cementing a relationship that will span close to two decades.
Emirates has repurposed more than 88,000kg of plastic from Economy Class inflight meal service items, transforming them into new products for use onboard, the airline said highlighting the significant impact of its closed-loop recycling programme, first launched in June 2023.
Emirates has promoted two accomplished Emirati female pilots to captains, marking a pivotal step forward in its commitment to empowering Emirati women in aviation.
Emirates has unveiled a next-generation lounge concept, debuting in Munich and Frankfurt, with Manchester, Mauritius and Istanbul to follow this year. The airline is investing more than AED50 million ($13.6 million) in each premium lounge.
Emirates has won three major honours at the 2026 Business Traveller Middle East Awards (BTME), including the top title of Best Airline Worldwide, as well as Best First Class and Best Airport Lounge in the Middle East for its First Class Lounge at Dubai International Airport.
Emirates has conducted its first-ever Travel Rehearsal programme in the Maldives, helping children with autism and their families gain confidence in air travel through a guided airport experience at Velana International Airport (MLE).
Emirates, the world's largest international airline, is expanding its operations in Ghana with the introduction of four additional weekly services between Dubai and Accra from July 12.
Emirates has launched a world-first Comprehensive Travel Cover, offering expanded insurance with conflict-related medical protection, trip cancellation, baggage loss cover and disruption support, including up to $25,000 reimbursement and 30-day trip extensions.
