Etihad Airways expands its offset program with Shell
This article was published on: January21,2021 7:22 AM
Following the purchase of 80,000 tons of Carbon Offsets in November, Etihad Airways is expanding its offset program in collaboration with Shell. Separately, the airline is also setting up a guest program to allow guests to purchase additional voluntary offsets. Through its participation in Shell’s carbon credit program, Etihad will expand its offset program beyondRead More
Royal Jordanian to implement new safety measures on inbound flights
This article was published on: January21,2021 7:19 AM
Royal Jordanian will start implementing the new measures required by the Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission for inbound flights as of January 20th, 2021. Until further notice, all passengers traveling to Jordan are required to pay the PCR test fees prior to flight departure through airlines sales channels, except for children less than five yearsRead More
SAMI acquires Advanced Electronics Company
This article was published on: January10,2021 8:12 AM
Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) has acquired Advanced Electronics Company (AEC) as part of the largest military industries deal ever concluded in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The purchase is expected to complete in the first quarter of 2021 following regulatory approvals. As a result, AEC will become a 100% Saudi-owned Company. The acquisition wasRead More
South Korean Army to boost its operational capability across water with M3 vehicles
This article was published on: January10,2021 8:11 AM
The South Korean Army is set to deploy European amphibious bridging vehicles under licensed production to boost its operational capability across water obstacles. The M3 Amphibious Rig, developed by General Dynamics European Land Systems, is to be locally produced by prime contractor Hanwha Defense, according to sources at the Defense Acquisition Program Administration. The contractRead More
Emirates unveils Premium Economy cabin onboard its A380 aircraft
This article was published on: January10,2021 8:10 AM
Emirates is taking its signature A380 experience to the next level with the unveil of a brand new Premium Economy cabin product, together with enhancements and a refreshed look across all cabins onboard its newest A380 aircraft. Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline said, “The Emirates A380 is already one of the most sought-after travelRead More
Qatar Airways, Oman Air signs codeshare partnership
This article was published on: January10,2021 8:09 AM
The expanded code-share agreement is the first step in further strengthening strategic cooperation between the two airlines that first began in 2000. Sales of the additional destinations will commence in 2021 Qatar Airways Group chief executive Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are pleased to further expand our code-share cooperation with Oman Air, one of theRead More
Leading business aviation organizations coordinate to combat illegal on demand flights in the sector
This article was published on: January10,2021 8:08 AM
A global group of leading business aviation organizations – including the Middle East association MEBAA, have announced a coordinated effort to combat illegal on-demand charter flights in the sector. The group, called the Air Charter Safety Alliance, will raise awareness among potential customers, charter brokers, ministries of transport, and national aviation authorities regarding the useRead More
Jet Aviation signs FBO service agreement with FLYINGGROUP
This article was published on: January10,2021 8:05 AM
Jet Aviation has signed a Fixed Base Operation (FBO) service agreement with FLYINGGROUP, a major aircraft management and charter company based in Belgium, Luxembourg and Malta. FLYINGGROUP operates a fleet of some 40 diverse aircraft based in Europe. Jet Aviation will support the operator’s fleet with handling services through its network of FBOs in EMEARead More
