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Saudia is progressing Saudi Vision 2030

Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, continues to lead the way in advancing the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, showcasing a strong commitment to the nation’s aviation goals throughout 2024.

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Digi Yatra reaches 10 million user milestone

Digi Yatra, a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI)-based ecosystem utilising facial biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processing at airports, has crossed the milestone of 10 million application downloads.

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Azerbaijan Airlines renews content distribution agreement with Travelport

Global booking technologies firm Travelport and Azerbaijani flag-carrier Azerbaijan Airlines renewed their content distribution agreement today, 5th February.

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Tajikistan’s Somon Air signs for two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft

Somon Air, Tajikistan’s largest airline, has signed an agreement for the purchase of two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from DAE Capital, an aircraft leasing and management specialist from the United Arab Emirates.

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Wizz Air Abu Dhabi relaunches ‘All You Can Fly’ pass- But it won’t last long

The exclusive pass, priced at approximately USD 657 allows members to book unlimited flights, with a nominal USD 12 per flight booking fee

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Qatar’s stopover programme sees record surge, draws over 10,500 visitors in one month

The increase reflects the nation’s rising prominence as a global tourism destination, fueled by strategic airline partnerships and growing demand for short-stay experiences

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Delta to introduce nonstop service between Los Angeles and Melbourne from Dec 2025

Delta is further strengthening its presence in Australia and the South Pacific with the launch of nonstop service from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL), beginning December 2025.

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Moody’s upgrades Delta’s credit rating

Delta achieved another exciting financial milestone when Moody’s Ratings, one of three major credit rating agencies, raised its credit rating based on Delta’s strong performance and financial outlook.

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Akasa Air offers special discounts and extra baggage for students

Akasa Air’s Student Discount aims to provide an affordable option while offering enhanced flexibility and convenience

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Riyadh Air and LIV Golf League sign multi-year partnership

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new premium national carrier and LIV Golf, the world’s first global golf league, announced a major multi-year partnership.

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IATA releases updated 2025 manuals reflecting latest industry standards

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the 2025 edition of key industry manuals for cargo and ground handling operations, which incorporate over 350 changes and revisions needed to align with evolving industry standards and state and operator variations.

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Singapore Airlines inks understanding with Aether Fuels for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to potentially source neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Aether Fuels (Aether) on Tuesday, 4th February.

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Asia Pacific Airlines carried 365.0 million international passengers in 2024, representing a 30.5% increase vis-à-vis 2023: AAPA

Preliminary traffic figures for the full calendar year 2024, were released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), revealed strong growth in both international air passenger and cargo markets.

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Amex GBT and Lufthansa Group expand partnership to accelerate NDC rollout

American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) has announced an enhanced agreement to expand and accelerate availability of new distribution capability (NDC) fares with Lufthansa Group (LHG).

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Lufthansa extends A380 service to Bangkok till 25th April

German flag-carrier Lufthansa announced that it is extending its Airbus A380 service from Bangkok to Munich till 25th April for the peak Songkran holiday season.