Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has signed an interline agreement with West Africa’s largest airline, Air Peace, enhancing connectivity for passengers travelling to and from Nigeria. The partnership expands Emirates’ footprint to 13 new cities in Nigeria with frictionless single-ticket travel and simplified baggage throughput. Travellers booked on flights from Dubai to Lagos can access more of Nigeria, with onward connections to Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna and Owerri. The interline agreement will also benefit corporate travellers, connecting to additional cities in one of Africa’s major economic hubs, including its capital city Abuja, Kano, Uyo, Port Harcourt and Warri, further supporting the strong bilateral trade relationship between Nigeria and the UAE. Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer said, “Emirates is a steadfast partner of Nigeria’s tourism, trade and aviation sectors. This partnership with Air Peace is the next step on this journey, bolstering our....
The Saudi Airports Exhibition (SAE), recently renamed the Global Airports Forum, is set to double in size for its fourth edition, making it the largest in its history. The event will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center on December 16–17, 2025, covering 15,000 square meters and featuring 300 global exhibitors and over 10,000 attendees. This expansion reinforces its position as a premier platform for the airport and aviation industry in the region. The conference will host several concurrent events, including the Global Aviation Issues Conference, the General Assembly of Women in Aviation, and the Airport Excellence Awards, with participation from over 100 international speakers. Additionally, more than 5,000 pre-scheduled meetings between exhibitors and buyers will take place, fostering collaboration and business opportunities in the sector. The 2024 edition of the exhibition was a resounding success under the theme "Expansion, Innovation, and Collaboration," with sponsorship from Matarat....
At the MRO Middle East conference, Royal Jordanian and Boeing announced agreements for several Boeing services to support the Royal Jordanian 787 Dreamliner fleet: 787-9 Component Services Program – The component services pooling program ensures fast and easy access to components when needed. This comprehensive rotables exchange and repair service increases efficiency in the management of high-value, line-replaceable units. Based on previous successful results with this program, Royal Jordanian renewed and extended a prior agreement with Boeing for these services. 787 Landing Gear Exchange Program – Boeing’s Landing Gear Exchange Program provides a streamlined solution that helps airlines reduce maintenance and inventory management expenses and minimizes down time. With this program, Royal Jordanian will be able to maintain reliability of landing gear and focus on the passenger experience. Connectivity Modifications – Boeing will provide connectivity modification services for the current Royal Jordanian 787-8 fleet, enabling enhanced on-board internet connectivity upgrades.....
Turkish Technic, one of the leading aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers worldwide, and IndiGo, India’s largest airline, have signed an agreement during MRO Middle East 2025, covering the redelivery checks of IndiGo’s 10+ Airbus A320neo aircraft. The companies are also in advanced stages of discussions for another agreement covering the Landing Gear Overhaul operations of carrier’s Airbus A320neo fleet. As part of the agreement, Turkish Technic will provide redelivery check operations at Turkish Technic Istanbul Ataturk and Sabiha Gokcen Airport facilities. Leveraging decades of experience under its belt, Turkish Technic will streamline the redelivery checks of the aircraft, ensuring seamless and timely redelivery operations. Regarding the agreement, Mikail Akbulut, CEO and Board Member of Turkish Technic, stated: “We are delighted to bolster our long-standing partnership with IndiGo, building on the various maintenance services we provided for them over the years. This new agreement not only reflect IndiGo's confidence in our services but also....
RH Aero Systems, a global leader in aviation tooling services, announced significant expansions and innovations at MRO Middle East 2025. The company has integrated 26 OEM-certified service centers into a unified network to meet the specialized needs of airlines and MROs maintaining LEAP engines. This expansion underscores RH Aero's commitment to supporting the growing fleet of short- to medium-range aircraft, such as the Airbus A320, Boeing 737, and COMAC C919. Global Network Expansion Following the successful completion of its initial 10-year licensing term in 2024, RH Aero Systems has been awarded CFM LEAP Certified Supplier status for another decade. This accreditation highlights RH Aero's track record of providing reliable, OEM-aligned solutions worldwide. With LEAP engines powering over 11,200 aircraft globally, RH Aero's network addresses tooling availability, compliance, and operational efficiency challenges. "Our expanded network of 26 service centers is a direct response to the demands of a rapidly growing LEAP....
AMETEK MRO, a leading global provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for commercial, regional, military, rotary and bizjet aircraft, will be in Dubai for the annual MRO Middle East exhibition next week. After a year of consolidated activity across the region, the organisation is experiencing a fundamental shift in airline and operator attitude towards third-party MRO repair services. “It is taking time,” says Ismaël Fadili, VP Sales EMEA. “However, the persistent parts shortages caused by supply-chain issues, combined with the substantial growth of aviation across the Middle East is fueling demand for OEM-quality, third-party MRO services. The flexibility and agility that AMETEK MRO can offer, alongside the multitude of Authorised Repair Centre (ARC) agreements that we have earned with leading OEMs, helps operators not only to navigate high costs, but also to offset the lack of skilled labour which shows no sign of abating any time soon.” Fadili goes on....
IFS, the leading enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software provider, announces its participation at MRO Middle East, on 10th & 11th February, 2025 at Dubai World Trade Centre. The company will be showcasing its comprehensive suite of industry- specific solutions that are focused on driving aviation maintenance innovation and enhancing operational efficiency and productivity. IFS will be highlighting its aviation maintenance software solution that helps manage performance-based logistics contracts, facilitate higher levels of fleet availability while reducing total lifecycle costs. The company will also demonstrate its Engine MRO solutions, an industry-tailored solution that provides end-to-end support as a single package, and EmpowerMX AI-powered Aviation Maintenance software specializing in Airframe Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) solutions. Robert Mather, VP – Aerospace & Defense, IFS who will be at the event, said: “As the aviation industry is making rapid strides, we are focused on driving digital change in the MRO sector, including....
Boeing has delivered the first of four 787 Dreamliner airplanes to TAAG Angola Airlines, marking a significant step in the airline's fleet modernization efforts. The 787-9 Dreamliner, leased from AerCap, is expected to enhance TAAG Angola's long-haul capabilities and support its plans to expand routes to Europe, Asia and North America. This delivery marks nearly 50 years since TAAG Angola received its first Boeing aircraft, a 737-200. "This delivery is pivotal in our strategy to modernize our fleet," said Nelson Pedro Rodrigues de Oliveira, CEO of TAAG Angola Airlines. "The 787-9 offers the efficiency and versatility needed to meet market demands and deliver a world-class passenger experience." TAAG Angola currently operates a fleet that includes five 777-300ERs, three 777-200ERs, and seven Next-Generation 737s, serving 12 destinations across Africa, Europe, South America, and China. Anbessie Yitbarek, vice president of Boeing Commercial Sales for Africa, emphasized the long-standing relationship with TAAG Angola....
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported record high demand for air travel in 2024. Total traffic rose 10.4% compared to 2023, surpassing pre-pandemic levels by 3.8%. Capacity increased by 8.7%, and the load factor reached a record 83.5%. International Traffic Surges International traffic grew 13.6% in 2024. Capacity rose 12.8%. December saw a 10.6% increase in demand. The load factor for December hit 84%, a record for the month. Domestic Markets See Growth Domestic traffic increased 5.7% in 2024. Capacity expanded by 2.5%. China led with a 12.3% rise in domestic RPKs. Japan saw 3.2% growth despite a slight capacity contraction. Regional Highlights Asia-Pacific: Traffic rose 26% in 2024. Capacity increased 24.7%. Load factor climbed to 83.8%. Europe: Traffic grew 9.7%. Capacity rose 9.2%. Load factor reached 84.1%. Middle East: Traffic increased 9.4%. Capacity grew 8.4%. Load factor hit 80.8%. North America: Traffic rose 6.8%. Capacity increased 7.4%. Load....
A new study by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, reveals that more than 6 out of 10 (64%) consumers are likely or very likely to consider an electric vehicle (EV) for their next purchase. The TCS Future-Ready eMobility Study 2025, a comprehensive report on how EVs are shaping the future of sustainable mobility, also highlights that while 60% of consumers said charging infrastructure was a major challenge, 56% were ready to pay up to $40K for an EV. This study surveyed over 1,300 anonymous respondents across North America (USA, Canada), United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe (Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland) and APAC (China, India, Japan, ANZ). The respondents for the survey included transport manufacturers, charging infrastructure players, fleet adopters, consumers and EV adoption influencers. Sustainability and lower operational costs were key factors driving....
Emirates & Air Peace Boost Nigeria Connectivity
Riyadh to Host Global Airports Forum to Boost Saudi Aviation
Boeing and Royal Jordanian Boost 787 Maintenance
Turkish Technic and IndiGo Strengthens Partnership for Airbus A320neo Fleet
RH Aero Systems Expands Global Network and Capabilities
AMETEK MRO Joins MRO Middle East in Dubai
IFS to highlight leading Industrial AI Solutions for the Aviation Industry at MRO Middle East
Boeing Delivers First 787 Dreamliner to TAAG Angola
IATA Reports Record Air Travel Demand in 2024
TCS Finds 64% Ready to Go Electric for Next Car
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