The global air cargo tonnages in November surged by 5% over last year, extending year-on-year gains of September and October. The growth was mainly led by traffic originating in the Middle East and South Asia region, which posted a 11% growth, said a report.
Forbes Middle East has revealed its eighth annual 30 Under 30 list, celebrating the region’s most dynamic young leaders, innovative creators, and catalysts for change. Egyptians topped the list with 19 honourees, followed closely by 18 Saudis and 15 Lebanese.
Eight healthcare facilities in Abu Dhabi were featured in Newsweek’s Best Specialised Hospitals Middle East 2026 list, with five ranking among the region’s top 10 across multiple specialties. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi topped the Middle East rankings list.
Boeing has appointed Fahad Al Mheiri as its new Vice President for the Middle East Gulf and North Africa region, starting in January. Based in Dubai, Al Mheiri succeeds Kuljit Ghata-Aura, who has moved into a new executive role with the company.
RHI Magnesita, a global leader in refractory products and services for the steel, cement, glass, and non-ferrous metals industries, has strengthened its operations in the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa region by setting up its regional head office in Dubai.
The Middle East has cemented its position as a place of choice for planners delivering world class in person experiences. 2025 Cvent’s Top Lists named Dubai the #1 meeting destination, with Istanbul at #2 and Abu Dhabi at #3, underscoring the region’s unmatched infrastructure, access, and service culture.
Air Arabia, a leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa has announced the official launch of its daily non-stop flights to Munich from its hub in Sharjah, thus marking the airline’s first German destination served directly from UAE.
General Motors has announced a leadership transition in its Middle East, Africa operations with Jorge Plata taking over as the new President and Managing Director effective March 1. He succeeds Jack Uppal who moves to Canada as President and Managing Director.
Global truck maker Volvo is launching its popular battery-electric medium duty truck – the Volvo FL Electric – in a 14-tonne entry level version with new battery configuration. The electric version has been in the market since 2019 and are sold in multiple markets across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
The Middle East logistics market is set to double this year compared with 2020, reflecting the scale of investment now flowing into infrastructure, technology, and supply chain modernization, according to a new report.
