Tourism & Aviation
Tourism and aviation news — covering travel technology, airline updates, Saudi tourism developments, and hospitality innovations in the Kingdom and the region.
Jeddah Gold Exhibition 2024 Launches January 8 with 130+ Exhibitors
Jeddah Gold Exhibition opens January 8, 2024, at Superdome featuring 130+ exhibitors, Saudi factories, interactive experiences, and cultural workshops, supporting Vision 2030 economic diversification goals.
Nissan Saudi Arabia Launches Winter in Hail Experience to Showcase Vehicle Capabilities
Nissan Saudi Arabia is set to launch its Winter in Hail driving experience from December 28-30, 2025, highlighting the Hail region’s natural and cultural diversity while demonstrating Nissan vehicle capabilities across various driving conditions during the Kingdom’s winter season. Winter in Hail Experience Details The curated exploration journey will unfold across prominent locations in the […]
Global 8000 Business Jet: World’s Fastest Aircraft in Service
The Global 8000 business jet officially enters service with a top speed of Mach 0.95. This ultra-long-range aircraft supports Saudi Vision 2030’s goal of connecting three continents through advanced aviation technology.
Bank Albilad Wins Visa Travel Award for Travel Pass Credit Cards
Saudi bank recognized for Shariah-compliant travel credit cards with airline miles and hotel points across global programs.
Why Holiday Loneliness Rising Globally Affects Millions Despite Festivities
New reports show loneliness peaks during holidays despite festivities. Mental health experts explain the paradox and share coping strategies.
Tourism Development Fund Announces Saudi Tourism Hackathon Winners 2025 After Regional Competition
Tourism Development Fund awards five projects from Grow Tourism Hackathon. 300 participants competed across Saudi regions. Learn more.
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BSF and Almosafer Launch Co-Branded Credit Card with Travel Rewards
New co-branded card offers high-value travel benefits and zero foreign exchange fees for Saudi customers
Riyadh Air Signs Digital Partnership with Huawei to Target Chinese Travelers
Riyadh Air and Huawei sign MoU to build digital travel ecosystem focused on Chinese market. Partnership leverages cloud, AI for 100 destinations by 2030.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production Growth Slows in 2025, Industry Warns of Policy Failures
Sustainable aviation fuel production reaches 1.9 million tonnes in 2025, but growth slows amid policy challenges and rising costs.
Aerospace Supply Chain Bottlenecks Cost Airlines $11 Billion as Aircraft Shortfall Hits 5,300
Aircraft delivery delays and supply chain issues cost airlines $11 billion in 2025, with shortfalls reaching 5,300 aircraft.
Riyadh Air and IBM Unveil AI-Native Airline Operations Ahead of 2026 Launch
Saudi carrier becomes what companies call world’s first AI-native airline, with operations built on IBM watsonx from day one.
Global Airlines Forecast $41 Billion Profit in 2026 Despite Supply Chain Pressures
Airlines forecast $41 billion profit in 2026 with 3.9% margin, IATA reports. Cargo resilience and supply chain challenges shape outlook.
IATA Unveils 2026 Events Calendar With 18 Aviation Industry Conferences
IATA unveils 2026 events calendar with 18 conferences, including new MENA event in Bahrain. Focus on sustainability and digitalization.
Saudi Aviation Club Sets Guinness Record With Helicopter Fireworks Display
Saudi Aviation Club breaks Guinness World Record for helicopter-launched fireworks at Riyadh’s General Aviation Airshow. Learn more.
Connections Saudi Tourism Event Brings Together 600+ Global Travel Leaders
Connections Saudi concluded with 600+ attendees and 5,900 business meetings in Riyadh. Discover how the event advances Saudi tourism partnerships.
ZTE & China Unicom 5G-A Boost Airport Safety
2025-11-25 Dalian, China, November 25, 2025 – ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, together with China Unicom Liaoning and Dalian Changhai Airport, announced the successful launch and steady operation of a 5G-A private network integrating intelligent computing, sensing and communications (ISAC) at Dalian Changhai Airport’s test flight […]
Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Inaugurated by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed
Middle East’s largest natural history museum celebrates 13.8 billion years of science, discovery, and wonder, with a special focus on the Arabian region Museum features two world-firsts: two Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons displayed together, and an unprecedented herd of five massive sauropod dinosaurs Abu Dhabi, UAE – 21 November 2025: His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed […]
HPE Networking continues to impact hoteliers with Self Driving Networks
At 2025 EMEA Stakeholder Conference in Dubai, the company focused on the Self Driving Networks to deliver secure, scalable, and transformative experiences for hotels HPE Networking is committed to providing integrated solutions that streamline operations and enhance guest experiences for the hospitality industry. Delivering improved data security, optimized resource management, and increased overall efficiency for […]
Saudi–Swiss Partnership to Develop National Tourism Talent
Under the Patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Tourism at “TOURISE 2025” Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 13 November 2025 Under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Ahmed bin Aqil Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, the city of Riyadh witnessed the launch of a Saudi-Swiss partnership during the “TOURISE 2025” Summit, aimed at advancing […]
Snap Inc. and Qatar Museums Launch Immersive AR Experiences to Celebrate Qatar Museums’ Anniversaries
Under Evolution Nation, this partnership allows visitors to celebrate Qatar’s culture and contemporary identity through immersive experiences at the National Museum of Qatar and Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art. Doha, Qatar – November 10, 2025: Snap Inc. has partnered with Qatar Museums (QM) to celebrate its anniversary with immersive augmented reality (AR) experiences. As […]
Nova Water Partners with AlTanfeethi to Elevate the VIP Travel Experience in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, 06 November 2025: Nova Water, the Kingdom’s leading bottled water brand, has signed an exclusive agreement with AlTanfeethi, the premier VIP airport service provider in Saudi Arabia. Under this partnership, Nova Water will be the sole water brand served across all 27 AlTanfeethi executive lounges nationwide. The agreement, formalized at a signing ceremony attended […]
IATA and ATPCO partner to simplify management of taxes, fees and charges on airfares and airline ancillaries
6 November 2025 (Istanbul) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and ATPCO announced a partnership to consolidate their passenger ticket taxes, fees, and charges (TFC) solutions, that will reduce costs while simplifying access to trusted data that airlines use to determine the collection of TFCs. Today, IATA provides TFC data to airlines while ATPCO […]