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ROYAL COMMISSION FOR ALULA AND KING FAISAL CENTER FORGE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP FOR CULTURAL PRESERVATION
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 26 December 2023: Marking a new chapter in cultural stewardship, the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has formalized a strategic partnership with the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS). The signing, attended by RCU’s Executive Director of Archaeology, Conservation and Collections, Dr. Abdulrahman Alsuhaibani and KFCRIS’ Assistant Secretary-General Ibrahim […]
WIZZ AIR WELCOMED MORE THAN 1 MILLION PASSENGERS TO AND FROM SAUDI ARABIA IN 2023
The leading ultra-low-cost carrier offered more than 1.2 million affordable travel opportunities between the Kingdom and 23 European destinations in 2023 22 December 2023, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable airline globally, is proud to announce a significant milestone on its operational results for 2023 in Saudi Arabia. In 2023, […]
Makarem Hotels Inks Agreement with Saudi Edarah Co to Manage and Operate Rwaya Hotel in Makkah
Makarem, Dur Hospitality’s leading hotel brand specialized in serving visitors of Makkah, Madinah, and the holy sites, has signed a management and operation agreement with Saudi Edarah Co to operate Rwaya Hotel in Makkah. Located in the vibrant Khalidiya neighborhood, the 31-story Rwaya Hotel is set to commence operations in the first quarter of 2024. A mere […]
Airbus Secures Communications at Historic COP28 in Dubai with Advanced Agnet Solution
Explore how Airbus enhanced communication security at COP28 in Dubai using their innovative Agnet solution, a pivotal move that ensured safety and operational efficiency for over 97,000 delegates, including world leaders.
NEOM announces Utamo, its immersive destination for art and entertainment
NEOM, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, December 13, 2023 – The Board of Directors of NEOM has unveiled Utamo, its immersive destination for art and entertainment. An innovative event space to host global artists, Utamo is the latest destination to be announced by the sustainable regional development evolving in northwest Saudi Arabia. Cocooned in a mountain located along the Gulf […]
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Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s New National Airline, Partners with Swiss Aviation Software for Enhanced Engineering and Sustainability Initiatives
Swiss-AS is very proud to officially announce the signing of a strategic agreement with the emerging Saudi Arabian airline Riyadh Air, for the implementation of our Aviation Maintenance and Engineering software solution AMOS. As a national carrier, Riyadh Air will play a significant role in promoting Saudi Arabia’s economic and cultural interests globally, aiding in the […]
Qatar Airways Launches Flight to NEOM, Its Ninth Gateway in Saudi Arabia
The national carrier of the State of Qatar operates two weekly flights to NEOM on A320 aircraft Passengers flying from NEOM will benefit from the airline’s extensive global network, comprising over 170 destinations across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas Doha, Qatar – Qatar Airways, the multiple award-winning airline, is pleased to announce the expansion of […]
VFS Global appointed to deliver UK Government visa and passport services across 142 countries, including Saudi Arabia
VFS Global, which has been a trusted partner for the UK Government since 2003, has won the global contract for overseas UK visa and Citizenship services. This award is the latest in a long line of wins for the world’s leading visa, passport and citizen services provider. During 2024, VFS Global will deploy 240 Visa […]
Saudi Arabia’s Air Connectivity Program (ACP) and LOT Polish Airlines Launch Direct Flights from Warsaw to Riyadh
• New agreement marks LOT Polish Airlines’ entry into the Saudi air travel market• Warsaw-Riyadh route to strengthen EU connectivity with the Kingdom• Route will offer three flights per week, with over 58,000 seats annually Riyadh, December 6, 2023: The Saudi Air Connectivity Program (ACP) and LOT Polish Airlines have entered into a new agreement […]
Intersec 2024 experts affirm Middle East aviation’s resilience, prioritizing passenger safety through adaptability.
Amidst a robust post-pandemic surge in passenger traffic, regional airports commit substantial investments in cutting-edge tech and infrastructure Geopolitical tensions, conflicts, and rising cyber threats drive significant aviation security upgrades across the Middle East The vision for the future of aviation security in the Middle East is to be discussed at the Security Leader’s Summit […]
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DIRIYAH UNVEILS THE HIGHLIGHT OF THE SAUDI CULTURAL CALENDAR: DIRIYAH SEASON 2023/24
DIRIYAH, December 5, 2023 – Diriyah, the birthplace of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has unveiled its highly-anticipated Diriyah Season 2023/24. The Season celebrates Diriyah’s living heritage with a three-month extravaganza of events and experiences starting Tuesday, December 12, 2023. This year’s program positions Diriyah Season as the highlight of the Saudi cultural calendar and honors Diriyah’s origin […]
HDC.Together HUAWEI MEA Ecosystem Summit Collaborates with Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) to Strengthen Global Partnerships during its first forum held in Saudi
Alriyadh, 5 December 2023: The HDC.Together HUAWEI MEA Ecosystem Summit continued its mission to foster collaborations between local and global markets, reaching its pinnacle at the Saudi Arabia Forum, at the Roshn Front, Huawei future space exhibition, on November 30th. In collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), and for the first time in Saudi, this […]
TURKISH AIRLINES AND RIYADH AIR SIGN STRATEGIC COOPERATION MoU
Airlines signed an MoU to offer a comprehensive range of benefits for guests travelling between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and points beyond Broader strategic benefits also expected along the value chain include aviation related services, cargo and digital development First major agreement for Riyadh Air with an airline outside Saudi Arabia and was signed on […]
SWISSPORT AND ASYAD HOLDING JOIN FORCES TO UNLOCK FULL GROWTH POTENTIAL IN THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Swissport International AG and the Saudi ASYAD Holding, signed binding transaction agreements for the sale of a 49 percent stake in Swissport Saudi Arabia to ASYAD. The two partners are embarking on a strategic partnership to jointly drive the development and growth of the aviation ground services sector in Saudi Arabia towards achieving vision 2030. […]
ROYAL COMMISSION FOR ALULA REVEALS WINNING DESIGN FOR ALULA’S NEW AIRPORT TERMINAL
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 30 October 2023: The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has officially announced the winning design of the AlUla International Airport Terminal during the seventh annual Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh, chosen from a competitive global bid. Serving as an extraordinary gateway to AlUla, an iconic archaeological and cultural destination in the Kingdom, the […]
Saudia Cargo, Cainiao, and WFS/SATS increase strategic collaboration to process cross-border e-commerce shipments in Liege efficiently
• New collaboration aims to create a business model for future e-commerce logistics gateways at global airports Jeddah, November 27, 2023: With the growth of online shopping on a global scale, the need for efficient and innovative e-commerce logistics solutions is paramount. In response, Saudia Cargo, Cainiao, and Worldwide Flight Services (WFS, a Member of […]
Huawei Launches Innovative Smart Airport Solutions for International Markets at Airport Innovates Exhibition in Oman
[Muscat, Oman, November 23, 2023] During the first Airports Innovate Exhibition, which took place from November 20 to 22 in Muscat, Oman, Huawei launched a series of brand-new smart airport solutions for international markets, including the Fully Connected fiber Network Solution and Smart Airport Perimeter Security with Fiber Sensing Solution. These innovative scenario-based solutions will […]
Embention and Eanan Forge a Strategic Alliance for UAE’s Unmanned Aircraft Growth under a Joint Venture with an initial investment of USD 5 million
This Joint Venture intends to manufacture a minimum of 3,000 Veronte Autopilots per annum. Dubai, UAE – November 21, 2023: In a significant milestone for technological innovation and sustainable air mobility growth in the UAE, Embention, a global leader in avionics with the highest aircraft mobility standards, and EANAN, a leading Dubai-based Urban Air Mobility company, […]
Royal Jordanian Air Force Takes Delivery of First Bell 505s
Middle East (Nov. 17, 2023) Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the delivery of the first five of 10 Bell 505 helicopters to the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF). The purchase agreement, signed on July 6, 2022, includes aircraft delivery complete with a flight training device and a comprehensive computer-based training package […]
MDLBEAST Lunches Four Exciting Party Concepts Across Three Cities in Saudi Arabia
MDLBEAST, the Saudi leading music entertainment company, is proud to announce the launch of four innovative party concepts in four iconic venues across three vibrant Saudi cities. These first-of-its-kind events promise to redefine the party and music scene, offering a unique fusion of music, culture, and breathtaking locations.Balad Social: Jeddah’s rooftop weekly parties at Al-Balad […]
Dronamics and Aramex to partner on cargo drone deliveries globally
Dubai – 15th November 2023 — Dronamics, the world’s first cargo drone airline and Aramex (DFM: ARMX) have announced a LOI (Letter of Intent) agreement for cargo drone flights leveraging Dronamics’ technology and Aramex’s fleet management capabilities. Dronamics, renowned for engineering and operating remotely-piloted cargo aircraft, will supply its innovative drone technology to Aramex to enable same-day […]
Sindalah partners with Burgess as NEOM’s superyacht destination gears up for 2024 opening
NEOM, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, November 14, 2023 – NEOM has partnered with leading global superyacht provider Burgess, to offer its full suite of services to Sindalah’s yachting clientele. Ahead of the island’s opening in 2024, the agreement supports NEOM’s vision of Sindalah becoming a global yachting destination and offers guests a comprehensive range of services to cater […]