WASHINGTON DC, USA: dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, significantly expands its operations at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Having been awarded a three-year contract by Lufthansa Group, the company invested US$ 4 million in equipment and hired 125 aviation professionals to its team to provide dedicated support and best-in-class services to its newest airline customers and their …

DUBAI: Expo 2020 Dubai’s ambition to draw 25 million visits through its gates ison track after more than 1,000 Authorised Ticket Resellers (ATRs) signed up in key markets around the world. The global network, which includes online travel agents, tour operators, hotel groups and airlines, is crucial to Expo2020 achieving its goal to welcome 70 per cent of visitors from …

DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, raised the UAE flag today in front of the Emirates Group Headquarters Building on the occasion of UAE Flag Day. This annual event is a celebration to honour the efforts of the UAE’s founders, renew the national spirit, and reflect on the achievements …

DUBAI: In another entertainment first, Emirates is showing the highly acclaimed Seven Worlds, One Planet documentary live at the same time as its BBC One broadcast in the UK. While Emirates already streams live news and sport on board most of its aircraft, this is the first time any airline has streamed a show at the same time as its TV network …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Wakha, the critically acclaimed restaurant chain that specializes in Afghani and Shinwari cuisines, has launched its latest diner at Jumeirah, Dubai. The move reflects the chain’s aim to expand its market reach and invite customers, new and old, to experiment with native ingredients, comprise great flavor combinations and enjoy a unique and memorable dining experience. Muhammad …

LONDON: British Airways has announced a flash sale on flights to and from London Gatwick, with over 200,000 seats available for £30 or less. The heavily-discounted seats, based on return fares, are available across nearly 20 destinations including Nice and Verona where fares start from just £24 each-way. Customers must book by Tuesday, November 5. Other routes available for £30 …

News Desk DUBAI: As the excitement continues for the Dubai Fitness Challenge, Emirates invited UAE Team Emirates to test their riding skills and performance on the Emirates Group Headquarters rooftop. Four of the team’s top cyclists and among the top young riders globally – Alexander Kristoff (ranked 8th), Tadej Pogacar (ranked 12th), Diego Ulissi (ranked 13th) and Jasper Phillipsen (ranked 79th) circled a …

MUSCAT: In line with its commitment to social responsibility, Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is proud to support the nation’s Paralympic Team, which recently competed in the Second West Asian Paralympic Games, 2019 held in Amman, Jordan. Supporting Oman’s parathletes is one component of the airline’s corporate social responsibility activities and an essential part of …

DUBAI: As the largest international airline with the biggest fleet of A380s and Boeing 777s, Emirates naturally has a lot of emergency equipment in the skies. To solve the challenge of tracking these essential items on a massive scale and scope, Emirates turned to RFID* technology. While other airlines have also been using similar technology, Emirates completes the largest number of …

DUBAI: Emirates Aviation University (EAU) is ready to meet hundreds of students at Najah 2019, Abu Dhabi’s leading higher education exhibition, which kicked-off today at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The three day exhibition is a strategic platform for the university to reach out to prospective students in Abu Dhabi and its neighboring emirates. The university has been participating in …