Airlines and Aviation
SriLankan Airlines is Hybiz TV’s People’s Airline of the Year
India’s Hybiz TV hailed SriLankan Airlines as the Best People's Airline of the Year at the Hybiz TV Business Excellence Awards 2025.
IATA: global passenger demand up 10 percent in January 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its global passenger demand data from January 2025, showing a growth of 10 percent in terms of total demand in revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs).
Samarkand International Airport announces expansion of route network
Samarkand International Airport announced a further expansion of its direct route network with services to Baku and Krasnoyarsk on Thursday, 27th February.
Accelya renews partnership with IATA
Aviation technology solutions provider Accelya formally renewed its long-term partnership with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) which represents over 340 airlines globally.
IATA: air cargo demand rose by 3.2 percent in January 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its global air cargo data for January 2025, noting growth of 3.2 percent in the first month of the year.
Planning your next getaway just got easier with Air India’s special flight offers
Air India is making travel more rewarding with the launch of its dedicated ‘Exclusive Deals’ section on the website and mobile app.
Gulf Air announces direct flights to London Gatwick
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the launch of new direct flights to London Gatwick Airport, strengthening its presence in the UK market.
ATIA lauds government approval of Qatar Airways’ stake in Virgin Australia
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) welcomed the Federal Government’s approval of Qatar Airways’ 25 percent stake in Virgin Australia.
flydubai expands seasonal destinations with daily Antalya route
With the new Antalya route, flydubai expands its Türkiye network to six destinations, including Ankara, Bodrum, Istanbul Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport, and Trabzon
Saudi air travel soars: 128 million passengers recorded in 2024
International travel witnessed the highest growth, with 69 million passengers on global routes compared to 59 million domestic travelers
Turkish Airlines expands holiday services to key markets, US launch ahead
Previously available only for outbound flights from Türkiye, the newly extended Turkish Airlines Holidays service marks a strategic move to enhance travel planning for international passengers
HBX Group and PerfectStay partner with Turkish Airlines to launch Turkish Airlines Holidays
HBX Group and PerfectStay, a travel company specialized in travel packaging technology, announce the strategic partnership with Turkish Airlines that has resulted in the launch of Turkish Airlines Holidays, a new travel offering designed to enhance the passenger experience.
Bhutan expands global air connectivity with new Dubai route
Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines recently launched a new twice-weekly flight service between Paro and Dubai, strengthening Bhutan’s connectivity to the world in October 2024.
Red Sea Global brings Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Saudi Arabia
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has announced a deal to bring Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to the Kingdom for the first time.
IATA’s annual safety report shows improvements in global aviation safety
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2024 Annual Safety Report listing progress in the field of aviation safety today, 26th February.
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