LONDON: Flying Start began in 2010 with a goal to raise £20 million by the end of 2020 and has achieved its fundraising target more than a year ahead of schedule, thanks to generous donations from British Airways customers and colleagues. Alex Cruz, British Airways’ Chairman and CEO, said ““This is such a huge achievement and I’m delighted that we’ve …

News Desk JAKARTA: At the annual Global Sustainability Leadership Awards, Dubai Duty Free won the “Best Overall Sustainable Performance” and “Excellence in Sustainable Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Management” awards at the event held on 24th October at Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel in Indonesia. The Global Sustainability Leadership Awards, part of the World Sustainability Congress founded by Dr. …

DUBAI: A month into the fourth quarter of 2018, Al Habtoor City, Hotel Collection announces considerable growth in its results and a positive forecast compared to the same period last year. The Hotel Collection, a luxury hospitality development located in the heart of Dubai, boasts three of Hilton’s lavish brands; the Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts; V Hotel, Curio …

DUBAI: Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties (DFM: EMAAR), recorded a growth in net profit of 9 per cent during the first nine months (January to September) of the year to AED 1.639 billion (US$ 446 million), compared to the same period in 2017 at AED 1.507 billion (US$ 410 million). Revenue …

LONDON: Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is set to promote Sharjah’s unique tourism attractions during its participation at the World Travel Market (WTM) London, UK which will kick off on November 5 to 7, 2018 at ExCel London. The leading global event provides a unique platform for tourists and visitors looking for exceptional experiences to enjoy. This year’s …

DUBAI: The upcoming edition of the of Dubai HeliShow – the biennial International Helicopter Technology and Operations Exhibition dedicated to the helicopter industry – scheduled to be held from November 6 to 8, 2018, at the E2 Royal Pavilion, Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai South, is attracting strong international participation from leading global players in the field of civil and …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, today hoisted the UAE flag as a formal dedication at Emirates Group Headquarters building to mark UAE Flag Day. Over 500 Emirates Group staff gathered to participate in the flag raising ceremony this morning. Commenting on the significance of Flag …

MANAMA/BANGKOK: Gulf Air and Thai Airways International (THAI), Thailand’s flag carrier, signed an expansion to the existing codeshare agreement effective from 28th October 2018. The expanded codeshare agreement will extend the travel opportunities for Gulf Air passengers to fly beyond Bangkok on THAI to Hong Kong with immediate effect and to Singapore, Tokyo and Melbourne in the coming months and …

DUBAI: Dubai International (DXB) saw 7.2 million customers pass through its doors in September as traffic at the world’s busiest international hub rose to 67.5 million for the year. Traffic was down slightly (-0.2%) in September versus last year due to the fact that Eid Al Adha holidays, a period of high traffic, fell in September 2017. It was the …

DUBAI: Customers travelling on Emirates’ India flights in the coming days are in for a special treat as the award-winning airline celebrates the festival of lights with traditional Diwali delicacies. From November 4 to 10, customers travelling in all classes between Dubai and India will enjoy classic Indian sweets and delicacies associated with Diwali. Emirates will also extend the celebrations …