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 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 25 March, 2026: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Mubadala are pleased to announce that the open call for submissions for the second edition of the House of Artisans Design Competition has been extended. Creatives across the United Arab Emirates now have until 20 April to submit their entries for this prestigious competition, which celebrates and reinterprets traditional Emirati craftsmanship through contemporary design.
Building on the success of its inaugural edition, the competition, sponsored by Mubadala, is a vital initiative under House of Artisans, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing emerging talent and preserving the UAE’s rich heritage. It offers a unique platform for designers to engage with traditional crafts, with selected ......read full article
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 EU Must Review EU ETS to Support Competitiveness as Aviation Decarbonizes
24 March 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) calls for the review of the European Union’s Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to enhance European air connectivity and economic resilience by improving the competitiveness of Europe’s air transport industry.
IATA calls for the review to:
Ensure full implementation of CORSIA for all international flights, including flights within the European Economic Area (EEA) routes. To prevent market fragmentations, the EU should avoid regional derogations, additional eligibility hurdles, and overlapping measures that conflict with this global framework.
Enable a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) book-and-claim system for the claiming of environmental ......read full article
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 17 March 2026 (Geneva) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its Long‑Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for air travel, showing that global air passenger demand is expected to more than double by 2050.
Under the mid‑range scenario, demand is forecast to reach 20.8 trillion revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), based on a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1% (2024-2050) from the 9 trillion RPKs seen in 2024.
A higher growth scenario would see a 3.3% CAGR with passenger demand reaching 21.9 trillion RPKs in 2050. A lower growth scenario would see 2.9% CAGR with passenger demand reaching 19.5 trillion RPKs by 2050.
The different scenarios are driven by alternative modeling of long-term economic growth, populations, aviation fuel price trends, the global energy transition, and air ......read full article
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 In collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority and The Red Sea Global
Jeddah: March 13, 2026
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has added 20 flights on routes connecting Riyadh and Jeddah with The Red Sea Destination during the Eid Al-Fitr holiday period, bringing the total number of flights operating in both directions to 44.
The additional capacity comes in collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority and Red Sea Global as part of a joint effort to promote key tourism destinations across the Kingdom, with a particular focus on positioning The Red Sea as a world-class luxury tourism destination.
Flights to and from The Red Sea will feature Saudia's integrated guest experience, including advanced AI-powered digital services for personalized travel planning, streamlined airport procedures, and an ......read full article
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 13 March 2026 (Lima) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched DG Digital, IATA's digital Dangerous Goods Declaration solution, as a feature of DG AutoCheck. The new tool fully digitalizes the creation and approval of shippers' declarations for more than 3,800 dangerous items—from lithium batteries to explosives and chemicals. This results in faster document sharing, improved safety, and a significant reduction in rejected shipments.
Today, 95% of Dangerous Goods Declarations are still received in paper format. These declarations must be scanned, converted into a PDF document, then uploaded into DG AutoCheck to be validated. With DG Digital, declarations are generated and transmitted digitally from creation by the shipper to validation. This creates a more efficient and ......read full article
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 12 March 2026 (Lima) - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value chain:
Making publications more efficient: IATA is launching an AI Subject Matter Expert (AI SME), a mobile and web-based application that helps operational teams quickly find information in IATA cargo and safety publications by asking questions in plain language. The tool provides accurate answers within seconds. This supports faster operational decision-making, strengthens compliance, and improves efficiency in time-critical environments.
The AI SME will be available initially for the IATA Dangerous Goods ......read full article
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 11 March 2026 (Lima, Peru) - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today released a report, showing air cargo’s vital role in sustaining global trade and supporting economic growth in 2025 amid severe trade policy uncertainty. Two key report findings are that:
Air cargo enabled the frontloading of $157 billion US imports in the first quarter of 2025.
Air cargo transported more than two thirds of global AI-related goods in 2025.
These activities supported global trade growth of 2.4% in 2025—well above initial forecasts by the World Trade Organization. Global GDP also expanded by 3.2% despite significant policy headwinds.
“Air cargo is a structural component of global economic resilience. In 2025, it helped businesses absorb tariff shocks, enabled rapid trade restructuring, and ......read full article
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 11 March 2026 (Lima) - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry:
Accelerating digitalization
Strengthening global standards
Enhancing safety and security
"Air cargo plays a critical role in connecting businesses to global markets and keeping supply chains moving, even as the operating environment becomes more complex. With so many external events impacting global supply chains—including the tariff and geopolitical shocks—it is important that we work on building resilience in areas we can control or influence. Working together to strengthen digitalization, global standards, and supply chain security will position air cargo well to continue supporting economic growth by connecting products to markets," said Brendan Sullivan, ......read full article
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 0 March 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2025 Annual Safety Report demonstrating a solid year of safety performance with the following highlights:
The all-accident rate of 1.32 per million flights (one accident per 759,646 flights) was better than the 1.42 recorded in 2024 but slightly above the 2021-2025 five-year average of 1.27.
There were 51 accidents in 2025 among 38.7 million flights. That is fewer than the 54 accidents among 37.9 million flights in 2024, but above the 2021-2025 five-year average of 44 accidents.
There were eight fatal accidents in 2025. That is more than the seven fatal accidents recorded in 2024 and the five-year average of six fatal accidents.
There were 394 onboard fatalities in 2025, more than the 244 fatalities reported in ......read full article
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 9 March 2026 (Amman) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 edition of IATA Focus Africa Conference will convene under the theme 'Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency in Africa' in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 29-30 April 2026, hosted by Ethiopian Airlines.
"Aviation has the potential to do much more to enable Africa's economic and social development. Improving safety, harmonizing regulations, and reducing costs while increasing operational efficiency are at the top of the agenda for this edition of the IATA Focus Africa Conference. The demand to support 3-4% growth annually is there. Focus Africa aims to align the continent's aviation stakeholders in taking the pragmatic steps needed to turn potential into a sustainable ......read full article
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 McLaren Racing today announced that Etihad, the national airline of the UAE, will become an Official Partner of the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team and the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar Team for the 2026 season and beyond.
The partnership brings together two organisations with a shared commitment to innovation, ambition and delivering exceptional experiences for fans and customers around the world. With a strong synergy between racing and travel, this unique partnership will bring fans closer to the action through Etihad's fast-growing network of more than 100 destinations.
As McLaren competes across multiple series around the globe, Etihad will support the team through its global network spanning premier racing destinations such as the UAE, Australia, China and Japan to the UK, Spain, Italy and the ......read full article
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 26 February 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the opening of nominations for the 2026 edition of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Awards. The Awards recognize excellence in the promotion of diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry in three categories:
The Inspirational Role Model Award recognizes a woman holding a senior position within the air transport industry who has had substantial impact on diversity and inclusion in aviation through her significant influence at global level.
The High Flyer Award recognizes a female aviation professional under the age of 40 who has demonstrated leadership through concrete action in favor of diversity and inclusion, making a positive impact on the industry.
The Diversity & ......read full article
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 The retreat aligns with an unwavering commitment to equip a generation of national competencies capable of leading the aviation sector.
Dubai, February 26, 2026: The Emirati Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) in Dubai organised the Aviation Talents 33 - Emiratisation Agenda Retreat, in partnership with various aviation sector entities. The event forms part of the Council’s ongoing efforts to boost the Emiratisation of pivotal roles across the sector, which is regarded as one of the strategic contributors to Dubai’s economy. It also aligns with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and the UAE Centennial 2071, which seeks to establish a prosperous knowledge-based economy driven by future skills.
The retreat convened representatives from various entities and strategic partners across the public ......read full article
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 The world’s only three-room suite in the sky arrives in Bangkok
Etihad’s flagship A380 to operate on its evening Bangkok service from October
Increasing capacity ahead of peak winter travel season
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways will introduce its flagship A380 to Bangkok for the first time this October, bringing The Residence, the world’s only three-room suite in the sky, to Thailand and significantly increasing capacity on one of its most popular leisure routes.
The aircraft will operate on Etihad’s evening daily service between Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Bangkok (BKK), further strengthening connectivity between Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Europe.
With its upper deck featuring The Residence, First Apartments, lounge, and refined Business with ......read full article
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Designed around comfort, reliability and time gained
A calm option for commuters, business travellers and families
A passenger experience built for every-day and every-way of life
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 25 February 2026: Following the announcement of the UAE's national passenger rail network, Etihad Rail has revealed new details on what passengers can expect when services start operating later this year.
The passenger experience has been developed with a clear focus on how people live, work and travel across the UAE today, offering a modern, comfortable and reliable alternative to intercity driving, while supporting the country's wider mobility and sustainability goals.
Azza AlSuwaidi, Deputy CEO, Etihad Rail Mobility said: "This next phase of our passenger journey is about moving from infrastructure to ......read full article
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 Etihad Cargo launches the air cargo industry's first logistics training academy by an airline, offering specialised courses to promote safety, compliance, and operational excellence
The user-friendly online platform will focus on training Etihad Cargo's stakeholders to ensure consistent customer experience for its global partners
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E – 25 February 2026: Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, announces the launch of the air cargo industry's first logistics training academy by an airline.
The Etihad Cargo Excellence Hub is established to ensure consistent operational, safety and compliance standards across Etihad Cargo's global partner network. As regulatory complexity increases and networks expand, structured capability development is critical to maintaining ......read full article
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 Strong growth across key product verticals, including 89% increase for FlyCulture; 121% for LiveAnimals; 22% for PharmaLife; and 174% for FlightValet
Cargo volumes increased 9% year-on-year, with revenue rising 8% to AED 4.5 billion (U.S. $ 1.2 billion)
Delivered As Promised (DAP) performance reached 88%
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. - 24 February 2026: Etihad Cargo, the logistics arm of Etihad Airways, delivered strong performance in 2025, increasing revenue by 8% year-on-year while transporting 703,000 leg tonnes, marking a 9% rise in volumes. The results reflect sustained demand across key trade lanes and the continued strength of its specialised product portfolio.
Significant growth was recorded across core verticals. FlyCulture increased by 89%, driven by the transportation of artwork, cultural heritage and museum ......read full article
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Passenger numbers increased 21 per cent year-on-year to 22.4 million, positioning Etihad as the fastest growing global full service network carrier in the world
Profit after tax increased by 47 per cent year-on-year to AED 2.6 billion (U.S $ 698 million)
Operating fleet expanded to 127 aircraft, the largest in Etihad’s history, following 29 aircraft added to its fleet during the year
Record customer satisfaction and more than 25 major international awards reflected Etihad’s continued investment in customer experience=
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways today reported its strongest full-year financial and operational performance on record, marking its fourth consecutive year of profitability. The result reflects a year of rapid network and fleet expansion, strong demand across global markets, and the ......read full article
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 Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, brings to life traditional Emirati Ramadan experiences through thoughtful moments across different touch points for guests around the world, celebrating the start of the holy month and inviting guests to share in the rich Emirati culture the airline proudly reflects.
Turky Alhammadi, Director Product and Hospitality at Etihad Airways, says, "We are delighted to offer our guests a thoughtful experience this Ramadan, sharing beloved traditions and flavours inspired by the Emirati hospitality we champion and bringing a sense of community to our guests across the network. This sacred time is an opportunity to bring our guests together through authentic flavours, meaningful gestures, and a deep respect for the traditions that ......read full article
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 18 February 2026 (Geneva/Madrid) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Spanish Airline Association (ALA) called for an annual reduction of 4.9% (excluding inflation) in Spanish airport charges over the next five years (2027–2031), a level compatible with maintaining an airport investment plan of nearly €10 billion over the same period, and enhancing Spain’s economic competitiveness.
AENA, the operator of most airports in Spain, has proposed an annual increase of 3.8% (excluding inflation) for the five-year period covered by the Third Airport Regulation Document (DORA III). Airlines reject this proposal, citing AENA’s consistent underestimation of traffic growth and the excessive regulated returns it has earned during previous regulatory periods.
Between 2017 and 2025, ......read full article
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 Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways has released its traffic statistics for January 2026, continuing the strong momentum that defined a record-breaking 2025 and reinforcing its position as one of the fastest-growing airlines in the world.
The airline welcomed 2.2 million passengers in January, a 29 per cent increase compared with January 2025, when 1.7 million guests flew with Etihad. Passenger load factor reached 89.9 per cent for the month, up from 89.1 per cent a year earlier, reflecting sustained demand across the network and continued efficiency in capacity management.
Etihad's operating fleet stood at 127 aircraft at the start of 2026, with a network of 110 destinations worldwide.
Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, said: "January has been a strong start to 2026. Demand is high, our ......read full article
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 Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will be the Official Airline Partner of the 2026 Open Masters Games taking place from 6-15 February in over 20 venues across Abu Dhabi, marking a significant partnership that reinforces Abu Dhabi's position as a host of world‑class sporting events. The event highlights the importance of sport as a way of life for people of all ages and backgrounds; and showcases Etihad's commitment to supporting the Abu Dhabi community.
During a signing ceremony between the International Masters Games Association and Etihad, H.E. Aref Al Awani, Secretary General of Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Dr Nadia Bastaki, Chief People, Government and Corporate Affairs Officer at Etihad Airways, signed an agreement which named Etihad as the Official ......read full article
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 H.E. Abdulla bin Touq:
The campaign’s renewed success in its sixth edition is a strong indicator of the vast prospects and opportunities within the UAE’s national tourism sector.
Growing confidence in the quality and competitiveness of the UAE’s domestic tourism offering, and its ability to attract all segments of society and visitors from around the world.
The UAE tourism sector has taken qualitative strides towards adopting innovative tourism models that position entrepreneurs and startups as key drivers of sectoral growth
Key outcomes of the sixth edition:
Hotel revenues nationwide reached AED 12.5 billion during the current edition
The total number of hotel guests exceeded 5 million, representing a 5% increase over the previous edition
Hotel occupancy reached 84%, up by 2% compared to ......read full article
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New campaign targets logistics, manufacturing and heavy industry leaders across the UAE
Highlights reliability, scale and cost advantages of rail freight for long-haul and bulk cargo
Positions rail as a proven, operational solution ready to support the UAE’s next phase of industrial growth
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 02 February 2026: Etihad Rail has today launched a national awareness campaign designed to encourage logistics providers, manufacturers and heavy industry to shift long-haul freight from road to rail. The campaign comes as the UAE’s industrial and logistics sectors enter a new phase of growth, placing increased pressure on road networks, delivery reliability and operating costs. The campaign positions rail freight not as an alternative in principle, but as a practical, scalable and proven solution already ......read full article
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AUH becomes EMEA's fastest-growing mega airport after record 32.5m passengers
First time in history that Abu Dhabi's annual traffic has crossed 30m passengers
Traffic across five airports marks 19th straight quarter of double-digit passenger growth
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 29 January 2026: Abu Dhabi Airports, operator of the emirate's five airports including the flagship Zayed International Airport (AUH), recorded more than 33m annual passengers in 2025, the largest influx of travellers in the emirate's history. This sustained trajectory has seen traffic volumes across the emirate's five airports double over the past three years, while AUH has emerged as the fastest-growing mega airport in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region based on the latest traffic figures.
Surpassing all previous traffic ......read full article
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Etihad accelerates global expansion with its first nonstop service to Western Canada, expanding long-haul network
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has announced the launch of the first-ever nonstop flights between the UAE and Calgary, creating a new strategic air link between the Middle East and Western Canada. Launching on 3 November 2026, the route marks another step in Etihad’s global expansion and supports Abu Dhabi’s long-term ambitions to drive international trade, tourism and investment.
The new service directly links two globally recognised centres of energy, innovation and culture, strengthening economic ties while opening new opportunities for business and leisure travellers alike. It connects Abu Dhabi’s fast-growing economy and cultural ......read full article
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New four-times-weekly service connects Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) with Zayed International Airport (AUH), operated using Air China's Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Brings together one of the world's largest airlines with EMEA's fastest-growing airport in its size category, following a record year in which AUH welcomed 32.5 million passengers
Anchors Abu Dhabi's role as a strategic westbound gateway for Chinese airlines and expands access across both of Beijing's primary international gateways (PEK and PKX)
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 26 January 2026: Abu Dhabi Airports has welcomed the inaugural Air China flight to Zayed International Airport (AUH), marking the launch of a new direct service between Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Abu Dhabi. Operated four times weekly, the ......read full article
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 Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways carried 22.4 million passengers in 2025, an increase of 21% year-on-year and the highest annual total in the airline’s history, underpinned by sustained demand and disciplined capacity growth across its expanding global network. Passenger load factor for the full year reached 88.3%, up two percentage points compared with 2024, reflecting strong commercial performance throughout the year.
The airline closed the year on a high note, carrying 2.2 million passengers in December, up 28% compared with the same month in 2024. Passenger load factor for the month reached 87.6%, maintaining consistently high utilisation during the peak end-of-year travel period.
At year-end, Etihad’s operating fleet stood at 127 aircraft, following the addition of 29 aircraft during 2025 – the ......read full article
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First and only nonstop service announced between Luxembourg and Abu Dhabi
Flights launch 29 October 2026 with three weekly services
Etihad’s game-changing A321LR brings a premium three-class travel experience including First Suites and lie-flat Business
Abu Dhabi, UAE - Etihad Airways has announced the launch of flights to Luxembourg, marking a historic milestone as the first airline from the Middle East to serve the country. When services commence on 29 October 2026, Etihad will also become the only airline offering nonstop flights between Luxembourg and Abu Dhabi, creating a new direct air link between two important European and Middle Eastern centres.
The new route reflects growing demand from travellers across Luxembourg, the Benelux region, France and Germany for direct access to Abu Dhabi. Services will ......read full article
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Milestone underscores Etihad’s expanding footprint across Africa
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Etihad Airways is marking a major milestone in Africa this December as the airline celebrates 20 years of flights connecting Abu Dhabi with Johannesburg. The city is one of its longest-standing gateways in Africa and a strategically important market within the airline’s rapidly growing global network.
Since launching the route in 2005, Etihad has carried almost two million passengers between the UAE and South Africa, helping strengthen cultural, business, and tourism links between the two nations. In 2025 alone, Etihad carried more than 100,000 guests on the route, reflecting sustained demand and the market’s continued importance to the airline.
Today, Etihad’s services to Johannesburg provide ......read full article
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AnimaWings flights support Abu Dhabi's growing international network
New service provides direct travel link between Abu Dhabi and Romania
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 30 December 2025: Abu Dhabi Airports has officially welcomed AnimaWings to Zayed International Airport (AUH), marking the Romanian carrier's first operations to the UAE capital. Scheduled services began on 27 December, representing an important milestone in strengthening air links between Abu Dhabi and Europe and further diversifying the destination's growing airline network.
The addition of AnimaWings' new weekly service further extends Abu Dhabi's global connectivity by establishing a direct link with Bucharest, Romania's capital, and reflects the continued expansion of AUH's airline partner network. It also supports Abu ......read full article
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 City Tourism Briefing event brought together 400 stakeholders from across Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism ecosystem to discuss Tourism Strategy 2030 progress and emirate-wide sector updates
New source markets, MICE visitation and industry collaboration resulted in increased average length of stay to 2.8 nights and hotels welcoming 4.9 million guests from January to October 2025
Al Ain Region, Abu Dhabi, UAE – 18 December 2025: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) celebrated significant results across industry metrics with the emirate’s leading travel and tourism partners during the third annual City Tourism Briefing, hosted at Al Jahili Fort in Al Ain Region.
The event attracted 400 participants from across the industry, including representatives of hotels, ......read full article
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 Abu Dhabi, UAE - Etihad Airways welcomed 2.1 million passengers in November 2025, achieving a 28% year-on-year increase, marking a new peak in the airline's traffic for 2025.
The airline maintained strong operational efficiency with passenger load factor 89% for the month. Through the first eleven months of 2025, Etihad has flown 20.2 million passengers, a 20% increase on the same period in 2024, while sustaining an 88% average passenger load factor across the period.
During November, Etihad continued to expand its network with the launch of new services to Tunis, Hanoi, Chiang Mai, Hong Kong and Medina, supporting continued passenger growth and inbound travel to Abu Dhabi.
By the end of the month, Etihad's fleet reached 124 aircraft, up from 98 aircraft in November 2024, with an additional four A321LRs joining the ......read full article
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Corporate clients can now use earned EYB credits to purchase carbon-offsets directly through the Etihad for Business platform
New functionality helps corporate clients advance their voluntary environmental commitments
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Leveraging its existing collaboration with CarbonClick*, Etihad Airways has introduced a new enhancement to its Etihad for Business (EYB) platform, enabling corporate clients to redeem EYB credits for carbon-offsets directly through the Etihad for Business portal.
Javier Alija, Vice President Global Sales & Distribution at Etihad Airways, said:
“This enhancement provides our corporate clients with a practical tool to assist in achieving their voluntary environmental commitments. By integrating carbon-offsets directly into Etihad for Business, we simplify ......read full article
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 10 December 2025 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that USD 1.2 billion in airline funds are blocked from repatriation by governments as of the end of October 2025. A marginal improvement of USD 100 million has been made since last reported in April 2025. Out of total blocked funds reported, 93% are trapped in Africa and Middle East (AME).
IATA called on governments to lift all restrictions on currency repatriation and allow airlines to access their revenues in U.S. dollars from ticket sales, cargo sales and other activities, as guaranteed in bilateral air service agreements and treaty obligations. Restrictions include burdensome or inconsistent procedures to obtain repatriation approval, delays in obtaining approval, shortage or lack of foreign exchange or other limitations imposed by ......read full article
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• The programme offers ADCB cardholders the ability to earn and unlock more value when paying with TouchPoints at more than 100 retail outlets across Zayed International Airport
• Touchpoints users are welcomed as special guests, with access to preferred parking and airport services at preferential rates including lounge access, and exclusive year-round benefits
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 8 December 2025: Abu Dhabi Airports introduces TouchPoints as its exclusive loyalty programme at Zayed International Airport (AUH), marking the official launch of this innovative loyalty experience for travellers.
The program will enable TouchPoints users to earn and redeem TouchPoints seamlessly across participating retail and restaurants at the airport, making every purchase more rewarding and enhancing their travel ......read full article
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Etihad’s superjumbo thrills racegoers at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit, at the start of the highly anticipated racing season finale
Eligible Etihad Guest members enjoyed accessed to exclusive trackside Hospitality on the Hill
F1 Village features Etihad activation with culinary showcase, activities for children and simulator experiences for F1 visitors to enjoy
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, thrilled thousands of racegoers and spectators worldwide as the A380 Superjumbo took to the skies to mark the start of the Formula 1 racing season finale.
With the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix attracting millions of viewers worldwide, all eyes were on the sky with the A380 low-level fly-past, accompanied by the Al Fursan Aerobatic Team. The aerobatic jets coloured the air ......read full article
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 A race-day highlight during the region’s biggest entertainment and sporting weekend
Abu Dhabi, UAE, December 07, 2025 - Etihad Airways performed a low-altitude flypast over Yas Marina Circuit at 500ft, giving a flying start to the 2025 Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Race day tradition and awe-inspiring spectacle, the manoeuvre has become the signature moment that precedes the final race at the region’s biggest sport-and-entertainment weekend.
The Superjumbo was accompanied by the Al Fursan Aerobatic Team, which coloured the air with red, green and black trails as a tribute to the colours of the UAE flag.
Led by Etihad’s senior pilots, Captain in command Adel Al Zubaidi, along with Captain Azizan Bin Othman, Captain Harris Kynigos and Captain Abdulla Alafeefi, the Airbus A380 ......read full article
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Condor to launch daily flights from Berlin and Frankfurt to Abu Dhabi from Summer 2026
New strategic partnership includes comprehensive codeshare cooperation
Etihad Guest members to earn and redeem miles on Condor-operated flights
Abu Dhabi, UAE / Frankfurt, Germany - Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and the German carrier Condor today announced a strategic partnership alongside the launch of new daily flights connecting Frankfurt and Berlin to Abu Dhabi starting Summer 2026 and an extensive codeshare agreement.
From 1 May 2026, Condor will operate daily services between Frankfurt and Abu Dhabi using its Airbus A330 aircraft, followed by the launch of daily Berlin-Abu Dhabi flights from 15 June 2026 operated by Airbus A320 aircraft. The new services will significantly broaden direct ......read full article
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 From thrilling rides and immersive adventures to drone shows, live concerts, international food, and a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration, MOTN Abu Dhabi promises the ultimate winter break for families and friends
Tickets are now available from AED 35
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 4th December 2025: After the great success of MOTN in Al Ain and Al Dhafra, everyone’s favourite family festival is coming to the Abu Dhabi Corniche for 26 days of excitement, from 10 December 2025 to 4 January 2026. MOTN Abu Dhabi invites families to experience a universe of thrilling rides, live music, interactive adventures, international food, shopping, meet-and-greets, and much more around every corner. This year, visitors can look up at the sky for an unforgettable drone show every night.
Thrills, Fun, and Flavours for All
Step into a ......read full article
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