Air Passenger Demand Falls 2.2% in May

30 June 2026 (Geneva) - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2026 global passenger demand: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was down 2.2% compared to May 2025. Excluding the Middle East, demand grew by 0.7%.Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), decreased 2.3% year-on-year. The load factor was 83.5% (+0.1 ppt compared to May 2025), a record high for May. International demand fell 1.6% compared to May 2025. Excluding the Middle East, demand grew by 3.1%. Capacity was down 2.4% year-on-year, and the load factor was 83.7% (+0.7 ppt compared to May 2025).   Domestic demand contracted 3.1% compared to May 2025. Capacity decreased 2.1% year-on-year. The load factor was 83.0% (-0.8 ppt compared ......read full article

Cars24 commits AED 75 million to AI with the launch of Cars24 Labs

Dubai, UAE | 29th June, 2026: Cars24, the global auto-tech platform, has announced the launch of Cars24 Labs, a dedicated AI build, partner, and investment arm backed by a AED 75 million commitment. The initiative marks the company's most significant strategic bet to date, and its clearest signal yet that it intends to be an AI-native business, not just an AI-enabled one. Cars24 Labs operates across three pillars. It builds proprietary AI products across the company's stack, alongside open-source models available for public use. It partners with companies working at the frontier of AI, with OpenAI, ElevenLabs, and AWS already signed on as foundational partners. And it invests in and incubates early-stage AI startups, offering capital, operational expertise, and the ......read full article

The next set begins: Emirates brings The Championships, Wimbledon to the skies

London, UK, 29 June 2026 – Emirates, the Official Airline Partner of The Championships, Wimbledon, is serving up another year of world-class hospitality and engaging ‘Fly Better’ experiences, both in the air and on the ground. Taking place from 29 June – 12 July at The All England Lawn Tennis Club, The Championships remains one of the most prestigious events on the global sporting calendar. Emirates is helping passengers get into the spirit onboard, while also bringing its signature hospitality closer to fans at SW19. Wimbledon fever at 40,000 feet Emirates’ passengers will be in for a treat at 40,000 feet with Wimbledon inspired dishes served in every cabin on all flights between Dubai and the UK from 29 June – 12 July. The iconic British ......read full article

Etihad rail invites the nation to nominate: "the passenger who represents us all"

Seat 1 in Coach 1 reserved for an individual whose contribution reflects the values that have helped shape the UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE – 26 June 2026: As passenger services prepare to commence on 30 June, Etihad Rail is inviting members of the public to nominate an individual whose contribution to society deserves national recognition. Through a nationwide initiative titled "The Passenger Who Represents Us All", Etihad Rail is seeking to honour a person whose actions have made a positive difference to others and whose contribution reflects the values that have helped shape the UAE. The selected nominee will occupy Seat 1 in Coach 1 on the first Etihad Rail passenger service departing Fujairah for Abu Dhabi on 30 June, becoming the railway's first passenger on a ......read full article

IATA and IATP Collaborate to Support Airline Supply Chain Resilience

25 June 2026 (Madrid) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Airlines Technical Pool (IATP) have agreed to cooperate in helping airlines to improve their visibility of, and access to, aircraft parts. This is timely given the constraints and costs of current failures in the aerospace supply chain.  "Supply chain constraints continue to create operational and financial pressure for airlines. Addressing these challenges requires practical cooperation across the industry. By combining IATP's technical pooling expertise with IATA's technical expertise, we can help airlines access serviceable materials and strengthen maintenance resilience," said Stuart Fox, IATA's Director, Flight and Technical Operations. "For ......read full article

Passenger rail attracts strong early interest as customers book their first journeys

Thousands of passengers reserve seats within days of bookings opening as the Etihad Rail App becomes the UAE's most downloaded free app Etihad Rail App reaches #1 Free App in the UAE Strong early demand through the Etihad Rail App and booking website Passenger services between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah to commence on 30 June Network to expand to include Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Dhaid and Fujairah from 30 September Abu Dhabi, UAE – 25 June 2026: Customers are purchasing the first tickets for passenger rail services in the UAE following the launch of the Etihad Rail App and dedicated booking website, with over 5,000 passengers reserving seats within the first two days of bookings opening and the Etihad Rail App becoming the most downloaded free app in the country. The ......read full article

Emirates unveils its latest Bulgari amenity kits for First and Business Class customers

The new Spring/Summer collection features refreshed colour palettes, Bulgari’s celebrated fragrances, and expanded availability across more routes. DUBAI, UAE, 25 JUNE 2026: Emirates has unveiled its latest collection of luxury Bulgari amenity kits for First and Business Class customers, continuing a partnership with the iconic Italian luxury house that has spanned more than 16 years. The new Spring/Summer collection marks the 18th iteration of Emirates’ exclusive Bulgari amenity kits and will be introduced gradually across select long-haul flight routes throughout the year. Designed to complement Emirates’ latest retrofitted cabin interiors, the collection combines sophisticated aesthetics, premium materials and Bulgari’s most celebrated fragrances, ensuring ......read full article

DXB's iconic landmark reflects the spirit of the UAE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 24 June 2026: Dubai Airports has unveiled the new design of its Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower at Dubai International (DXB), transforming one of the airport's most recognisable landmarks into an expression of national pride at Dubai's global front door.   The tower now places the UAE flag at the heart of the airport, visible to every guest arriving at and departing from the city. The unveiling was marked by a special ceremonial airside event, featuring a Dubai Police parade with the ATC tower as its backdrop. Senior leaders from Dubai Airports, operational teams and oneDXB partners attended the occasion, which celebrated the collaboration, precision and shared purpose behind DXB's daily operations.   Majed Al Joker, ......read full article

Emirates SkyCargo expands freighter network across East and Southeast Asia

Dubai/ Shanghai, 24 June 2026- Emirates SkyCargo has announced a strategic expansion of its freighter services across East and Southeast Asia. The air cargo carrier is boosting freighter flight frequencies and destinations in response to growing demand to seamlessly connect emerging and established manufacturing hubs across East and Southeast Asia with high demand markets across the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas. An important facilitator of international trade, Emirates SkyCargo moved over 439,000 tonnes of cargo on its freighter and passenger flights from 12 markets in East and Southeast Asia in FY 25/26. This was an increase of around 5% from the cargo tonnage transported in FY24/25, representing the growing demand from businesses and exporters in the region to rapidly ......read full article

Kia introduces PV5 as its first Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) model in Middle East and Africa

Kia Middle East and Africa debuts the Kia PV5 at the Museum of the Future in Dubai, marking the regional entry of Kia's first Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) model. The PV5 line-up displayed in Dubai showcases the flexibility of Kia's PBV model range, including Passenger, Cargo, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV), Prime Edition conversion and Drop Side configurations. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 24, 2026: Kia Middle East & Africa has unveiled the Kia PV5 in the region, marking the Middle East and Africa debut of the brand's first Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) model at the Museum of the Future in Dubai.   Designed as a fully electric mobility solution, the Kia PV5 represents a new approach to transportation that combines practicality, flexibility, ......read full article

Colour-changing classic defender v8 family introduces new double cab option

Classic Defender V8 family, commissioned by a single client, displays the plethora of customisation possibilities at Land Rover Classic   Each car is finished in new Spectral Green with Icy White exterior detailing and semi-aniline Bridge of Weir Vanilla leather interior 110 Double Cab Pick-Up and 90 Hard Top bodystyles are now available for commissioning alongside 90 Station Wagon, 90 Soft Top and 110 Station Wagon  New options include integrated touchscreen infotainment, bringing wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity to Classic Defender V8 Commission your custom Classic Defender V8 from Land Rover Classic here Dubai, United Arab Emirates - 24 June 2026: A family of matching remastered Classic Defender V8s in four iconic bodystyles is the ......read full article

e& brings 5.5G connectivity to world's tallest hotel

High-capacity 5.5G indoor connectivity at Ciel Dubai Marina to enhance guest experiences and connected operations Dubai, 23 June 2026: e& UAE has announced a new milestone with the successful deployment of 5G-Advanced (5.5G) connectivity at the world's tallest hotel, Ciel Dubai Marina, in the heart of Dubai Marina. This deployment delivers ultra-fast, low-latency indoor connectivity. It positions the UAE at the forefront of global 5.5G innovation and reinforces e& UAE's commitment to delivering world-class digital infrastructure for iconic landmarks. Abdul Rahman Al Humaidan, Senior Vice President of Access Network Development, e& UAE, said: "This latest achievement demonstrates our dedication to providing landmark destinations with world-class 5.5G ......read full article

Dubai Info Hub passes 100,000 subscribers, offering residents and visitors a trusted guide to city life

DET’s WhatsApp channel delivers real-time news, practical tips, and city updates directly to residents and visitors Dubai, United Arab Emirates - 23 June 2026: Dubai Info Hub, the official WhatsApp channel of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has passed 100,000 subscribers since its launch in March 2026, marking a significant milestone in the city’s commitment to keeping residents, visitors, and the broader public connected to accurate, timely, and practical information about Dubai. The channel was established to serve as a single, reliable source for a wide range of content relevant to daily life in the city, from the latest news and travel advisories to event listings, practical tips on transport and services, and updates on key developments across the ......read full article

e& and TM Forum announce strategic blueprint for Autonomous Networks in the AI era

e& and TM Forum announce strategic blueprint for Autonomous Networks in the AI era New white paper outlines e& UAE's roadmap towards Level 4/5 Autonomous Networks, aligning AI-native operations, intent-based orchestration and cross-domain intelligence with TM Forum's global framework Abu Dhabi, UAE/ Copenhagen, Denmark, 22 June 2026: e& UAE and TM Forum today announced the release of "The Path to Full Autonomy: e& UAE's Strategic Blueprint for Network Transformation in the AI Era" on the sidelines of DTW Ignite 2026 in Copenhagen. The new white paper outlines e& UAE's practical roadmap for advancing telecom networks towards high-level Autonomous Networks. It sets out e& UAE's vision to move from traditional automation towards ......read full article

Mayo Clinic researchers find new hope for toughest myeloma through off-the-shelf immunotherapy

June 23rd, 2026 A new Mayo Clinic study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has uncovered that an off-the-shelf, dual-antibody therapy can generate deep and durable responses in extramedullary multiple myeloma — one of the most aggressive and treatment-resistant forms of the disease. "We are seeing powerful responses in a disease that historically has resisted every therapy," says Shaji Kumar, M.D., a Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center hematologist and senior author of the study. "By recruiting T cells in two distinct ways at once, this dual-target antibody strategy can generate responses in patients who have had very few effective options." The approach combines two engineered antibodies, talquetamab and teclistamab, that ......read full article

flydubai invites Emirati applicants for new Flight Dispatcher Programme

Following a milestone agreement with Emirates Aviation University, the Dubai-based carrier opens applications to build the next generation of UAE national flight operations talent Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 June 2026: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has officially announced that applications are now open for its newly launched Flight Dispatcher Programme for Emirati talent. Following the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed earlier this year with Emirates Aviation University (EAU), the airline invites aspiring UAE nationals to apply; the first intake of candidates is scheduled to begin training in September 2026. This targeted training initiative marks a critical milestone in flydubai's strategic efforts to grow its skilled workforce, support its ambitious fleet and ......read full article

New Maserati GranTurismo, GranCabrio and Grecale

In the year marking the centenary of the Trident logo, the Modena-based House looks ahead with a clearer direction and presents the evolution of its models, rooted in the Italian GranTurismo concept. Refreshed design, the V6 Nettuno engine raised to 590 hp on the GranTurismo and GranCabrio Trofeo, the debut of the 390-hp Nettuno on Grecale, and improved ranges for the Folgore range. Modena, 18 June 2026 - The New Grecale, New GranTurismo and New GranCabrio make their debut: three models of outstanding appeal that evolve through a strategic update, with the aim of strengthening the Brand’s positioning in the luxury segment, in the very year marking the centenary of the iconic Trident logo. The new range therefore responds to customers’ expectations: design, elegance, ......read full article

Aramex Recognized as Most Sustainable Company in MENA Logistics & Supply Chain by World Finance

Recognition reflects Aramex's continued commitment to smarter, more sustainable logistics through innovation, operational efficiency and responsible growth Dubai, UAE, 22 June 2026: Aramex, a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has been recognized by World Finance as the "Most Sustainable Company,  MENA Logistics & Supply Chain  2026," reinforcing the company's commitment to advancing sustainability across its operations, infrastructure and long-term business strategy. The recognition acknowledges the progress Aramex continues to make across key sustainability initiatives, including fleet transformation, route optimization, operational efficiency, energy-conscious infrastructure and ESG governance. It ......read full article

Why health-focused people shift to nutrition-packed snacking

Dubai, June 22, 2026: Scores of people who are conscious of staying fit and healthy are shifting their snacking options from conventional fried, spicy or sweet snacks to nutrition-packed, natural alternatives. And many people, who are already fit and those who are under medication for lifestyle diseases are now opting for pecans, known for multitude of nutritional values. This is the result of the significant change in the health and wellness concept of the people over the past decade, especially in this part of the world. The public is actively seeking foods that support their long-term wellbeing, in order to prevent themselves from a range of lifestyle conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and other health risks associated with increasingly sedentary routines. A ......read full article

RTA Marks 30% Completion of the 14.5 km Dedicated Bus and Taxi Lanes Project

Dedicated bus lanes are among the world's leading practices for encouraging residents and visitors to use public transport Total dedicated bus lane network to reach 20.6 km on completion Bus journey times to be reduced by up to 59% on select routes Arrival punctuality to improve by up to 56% on select routes Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority(RTA)  21st June 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed 30% of the 14.5 km dedicated Bus and Taxi Lanes Project, which is being implemented across 6 key streets: Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street, 2nd December Street, Al Satwa Street, Al Nahda Street, Omar Bin Al Khattab Street, and Naif Street. Upon completion, the total length of dedicated bus lanes in Dubai will increase to ......read full article