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Agreement will see airline helping African nation's fledgling carrier to launch in 2010.

UPDATE 1: Dubai airline's president sees revenues matching or just ahead of last year.

As the world embraces air travel, airlines are pulling out all the stops to woo today's travellers, resulting in increasingly high quality in-flight cuisine.

Airline chief confirms he is looking at taking on planes cancelled by other carriers.

Dubai airline says more flights being added to Indian destinations from Dec 1 to meet demand.

As Emirates begins its 25th year, chairman Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum talks about what the future holds.

Dubai airline says it will add flights to Bangkok, Sydney, Manila and Jakarta in Dec.

Chairman Sheikh Ahmed says there is no truth in long-running merger rumour.

Dubai-based carrier to finance three Boeing 777-300ER aircraft at a fixed rate of 3.465%.

Dubai carrier responds to media report claiming it is putting profits before safety.

Dubai carrier inks agreement with V Australia on trans-Tasman route.

Airline president says super jumbo could make comeback in H1 2010 as demand grows.

Australian competition regulator starts court action, airline denies allegations.

UAE airline giant says Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa set for 'soft opening' on Oct 1.

Dubai-based carrier puts on extra services for tourist hotspots Sri Lanka, The Maldives.

Twitter comment praising Dubai airline worth $1.5m in free PR, says publicist.

Dubai carrier confirms that it expects to make money in the year to Mar 31, 2010.

Dubai carrier awards massive contract for its superjumbos to the Engine Alliance.

Dubai carrier responds to media reports claiming it will launch flights later this year.

Carrier says 'free flights, stay and meals' offer is to boost affordability for families.

Airline says refunds only apply to cheaper Emirates flights found on other websites.

Arabian Business spoke to the heads of three of the Gulf's leading carriers, to assess the sector's prospects.

All passengers given extra 10kg luggage limit before carrier starts charging for service.

DTCM and Emirates Airline bosses believe negative press reports can be overcome by an aggressive marketing offensive, says Gemma Greenwood.

UPDATE 1: Carrier says it accepts findings of inquiry into Melbourne incident.

Thrice-weekly service will start on Aug 2, set to support Angola's emerging tourism industry.

Dubai carrier boosts number of flights to Damman, Beirut and Tehran, new services to start May 1.

Dubai carrier says decision taken on Shanghai, Beijing flights after operations review.

Emirates' service now installed on 31 aircraft, being rolled out to more planes.

Dubai carrier to operate service to South African city in run-up to 2010 World Cup event.

Sydney and Auckland added to network of routes for Dubai carrier's superjumbo.

Dubai-based carrier says reductions made following the recent fall in oil prices.

Sheikh Ahmed says huge opportunities exist for Mideast plane repair companies.

Forget the European favourites and venture into new experiences in 2009.

What does the future hold for Middle East airlines?

Superjumbo expected to arrive later on Tuesday, fifth A380 set for mid-April 2009.

Dubai airline announces results of pioneering five-year high-tech programme.

Sheikh Ahmed wins top honour at Arabian Business 2008 awards night.

MIME ventures to Britain, home of the 2012 Olympic Games, to uncover the jewels in its meetings and incentives crown.

Following this year’s Aviation Business Awards, what does the recognition mean to the winners?

Dubai-owned airline will not rein in ambitious expansion plans or defer any plane orders.

Two of the world's biggest airlines are operating 75 minutes down the road from one another.

UAE airlines rubbish report in UK press Abu Dhabi carrier and Dubai's standard bearer may merge.

Emirates, Etihad say services to Indian financial capital still being maintained despite terror attacks.

New home ready to welcome international teams as major three-day rugby tournament begins.

Carriers operating in Middle East roll out expansion plans in region despite credit crunch.

Airline bosses aim to improve fuel efficiency after overestimating water capacity needs for shower facilities.

UPDATE 1: Airline sees net income for six months to Sept. 30 plummet to $77mn due to record fuel costs.

Dubai-based airline will continue to be official sponsor of France's Paris Saint-Germain until 2014.

Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport is now open for business.

Airline says it 'regrets inconvenience caused' after technical hitch grounds flight from New York.

All Emirates flights to 22 European destinations will launch from Terminal 3 from Oct 28.

Dubai-based carrier reduces passenger fares by up to 35% to destinations across the world.

Flights to more destinations set to launch from Dubai's T3 on Tuesday.

UPDATE 1: Aircraft forced to turn back to Perth, investigation continues.

Emirates chiefs say passengers services in new terminal ran smoothly as first plane leaves.

Emirates suspended operations of the Airbus SAS A380 aircraft on its New York route at the beginning of September due to an electrical fault.

UPDATE 2: But Dubai airline says first half results are still better than expected.

UPDATE 1: Carriers say they are continuing to monitor situation after Marriott bombing.

Dubai travel agencies say they are geared up to work in a 0% commission environment.

Drunken UK national who sparked bomb alert on Emirates flight jailed for four months and fined $272.

How can the region's super-developments protect themselves against the threats to global airfreight volumes?

Despite an abundance of budget carriers, the UAE's newest addition seems set for success.

Dubai-based carrier says engineers are still working on electrical problem on new superjumbo.

Dubai carrier's four phase switch to new $4.5bn facility in bid to ease congestion at airport.

EXCLUSIVE: Dubai carrier forced to reschedule after hitch arises with superjumbo No 2.

Saudi newly-weds and Emirati family involved in 'violent' dispute on way to Dubai.

Emirates airline has become the first carrier to land the new Airbus A380 super jet on American soil.

Dubai-based airline reduces prices on flights from Middle East, Gulf to more than 20 cities worldwide.

Dubai airline enacting cost reduction plan as soaring oil prices cut into bottom line.

Arabian Business poll shows many disagree with carriers' inclusion in world top 10 list.

Airline president Tim Clark says $105 a barrel price will kickstart growth.

Passenger faces three charges in connection with high drama on Emirates flight from the UK.

We speak to Ram Menen, head of Emirates' cargo division, about the crisis afflicting the aviation industry and how he plans to navigate the operator through the next few months.

Emirates has finally taken delivery of its first A380, a move heralded as the dawn of a new era in aviation.

Aviation, manufacturing and services conglomerate Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has bought 18 Boeing aircraft to enhance its freighter leasing portfolio in a split purchase and leaseback agreement.

Arabian Business poll reveals big split in opinions over airline fare increases.

Passenger on outbound flight from Manchester taken into custody on arrival in Dubai, officials say.

Airbus delegates gathered in Toulouse last month to discuss the manufacturer's developments.

Emirates has extended its operations in India to 132 flights per week, the highest frequency for an international carrier in the subcontinent. The 18 extra flights a week to New Delhi, Hyderabad and Bangalore start on 1 July.

Emirates Airline will launch its inaugural A380 service to New York early next month.

Dubai-owned carrier says it is not interested in Alitalia, focusing on organic growth.

UPDATE: European plane maker to deliver one less superjumbo this year and four less in 2009.

ATM: Abu Dhabi airline poised to order up to 100 planes in year's biggest aircraft order - CEO.

ATM: Situation 'very serious' and will cause 'serious damage' to airline, says President Tim Clark.

Dubai determined to learn from T5 opening woes, says airports chief.

Plenty of room in Dubai for new budget airline says the LCC's chairman.

Emirates Airline's Dubai-Sao Paulo service has creatied a wealth of opportunities for travel agents to sell trips to South America.

Premier Inn, the UK's largest and most successful hotel brand has officially opened its first hotel in the region at Dubai Investments Park (DIP).

Public votes Emirates CEO no.2 instead of Arabian Business Power 100 rank of no.10.

The Dubai to London flight route is serviced by four major airlines. First Class assesses which firm really is the greatest of them all.

Mercator, the IT division of Emirates Group has recently signed OzJet as its 150th customer.

It's no secret that Emirates has been planning to launch a budget airline, so few were surprised when the news was confirmed last month.

First authorised mobile phone call on commercial flight made on Emirates Airbus A340-300.

New carrier part of Emirates Group, will service destinations four and a half hours away, chairman says.

Dubai carrier to fly four times weekly to the ancient Chinese city from July 1, increasing to daily on December 1.

Emirates will introduce its 10th Indian destination this summer, the airline announced yesterday.

Obaid Hableel, chairman and CEO of aircraft maintenance provider Hableel Aviation Group, on challenging the Middle East's MRO monopoly.

Following breaches in warehouse security throughout the Middle East, the regional logistics sector is finally taking measures to protect its valuable cargo from theft.

British Airways will provide yet another option for travel to the US when it launches its new subsidiary airline ‘OpenSkies' in June.

Chairman says initial public offering has to happen, looking at selling up to 30% of company.

Emirates' website stops taking bookings as first class tickets on A380 flight to New York sell out in hours.

The manufacturing boom in India has seen the nation emerge at the forefront of the air cargo industry.

Too early to say if gov't will buy Dubai stake in SriLankan Airlines, minister says.

The Middle East's travel community has predicted exponential industry growth for 2008, with travel suppliers providing more options in response to customers demanding choice and value-for-money.

What a year it has been. Emerging economies continued their rapid growth; oil reached its all-time high at US$100 a barrel; parts of the Middle East experienced - and still experience - great turmoil politically and economically whereas other areas continued to shoot towards prosperity.

Chief exec of SriLankan Airlines has work permit revoked amid row over future of Emirates' role in country.

The UAE's two leading carriers - Emirates Airline and Etihad Airways - have expressed the need to up frequencies to key Italian cities to keep pace with demand.

Italian holidaymakers have stopped travelling to Dubai because of high hotel room rates and are choosing to stay in alternative, more value-for-money destinations in Asia Pacific, according to Emirates Airline.

The Maldives is looking to exploit its geographical links with the Middle East reports Kathi Everden.

While it has been a year of growing uncertainty for the global airfreight market, interest and activity in the Middle East industry has on the surface continued to excel.

The launch of Emirates Airline's direct Dubai-Sao Paulo service has stimulated speculation that Buenos Aires in Argentina is next.

That's the slogan put forward by Sao Paulo Turismo as it looks to promote Sao Paulo's many selling points - its shopping, gastromony, nightlife and cultural attractions, to name but a few.

Dubai plans to sell 20-30% of Emirates airline in initial public offering in two months.

Initial public offering could raise up to $9bn for the Airline to help finance purchases.

UAE carrier orders fleet from European planemaker, including 70 of latest A350 model

Airline set to announce order for 50 Airbus A350s instead of Boeing 787s according to La Tribune newspaper.

Dubai airline sees net income soar to $643bn in fiscal H1, passengers increase 23%.

Maurice Flanagan labels Al Gore's documentary An Inconvenient Truth 'absolute rubbish'.

The GCC's tour operator community is a disappointment and is swarming with copycats, a senior manager at the Emirates Group has said.

Exploring the Seychelles as 'The Paradise Isles' begin to gear up for the third annual Seychelles Sailing Cup.

Dubai state-owned airline weighing up initial public offering, could value company at $20bn, report says.

Loan to fund purchase of two new long-range planes used for airline's Dubia-Sao Paulo route.

Brazilian Tourism Institute expresses hope Brazilian airlines will fly to region.

Brazil's commercial hub is much more than just a business city, reports Gemma Greenwood.

Buying a business class ticket is about travelling in style. It is associated with shorter queues, executive lounges and the stewardess motioning passengers to the left rather than right. In essence it is about making travel easier and less stressful.

Sun City offers the perfect opportunity to combine business with pleasure, with MICE facilities on the doorstep of South Africa's fourth biggest national park, the Pilanesburg Game Reserve.

Leigh Harry, president, International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) explains the lengths to which a destination must go to in order to win the association conventions market.

ATN checked out the new in-flight features on Emirates Airlines' new Boeing 777-200LRs

Why tourists and celebrities alike are enjoying the sights and sounds that Canada's capital of cool has to offer.

The UAE carrier denies reports that it could be interested in buying Alitalia shares put on sale by Italy.

The net profits of Middle Eastern airlines is expected to arrive at less than half or US$200m in 2007 compared to the earlier forecast of US$500m, a recent report released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) predicted.

Emirates has agreed to acquire a 49% stake in Alpha Flight Services Australia, an in-flight catering services provider.

Qatar Airways will roll out three new destinations - Nagpur, Stockholm and Ahmedabad - by the end of the year.

Emirates Airline has shrugged off competition with Singapore Airlines over delivery of the delayed Airbus A380.

UAE airline stamps its mark on Britain's newest air traffic control centre at Newcastle airport.

While VisitBritain is reminding travel agents to convince their clients that there is more to the UK than London, the city remains the most popular destination in the country with the Arab market.

Sydney's 'perfect getaway' tag is getting a boost with some extraordinary settings - strictly for the super rich.

In-flight entertainment is becoming an increasingly important selling tool for Middle East airlines battling to secure passenger loyalty.

The final product of Airbus's original Superjumbo vision could be something of a letdown, says Christina Corbett.

How the Arab world needs to grasp communications and technology to take its place at the table of leading nations.

Australia's departing senior trade commissioner in the UAE chats about the time he has spent in the Emirates.

Question: How does the Middle East's aviation industry compare with other aircraft-related sectors across the globe?

The aviation industry's biggest players will be officially recognised at a forthcoming event in Dubai.

The Jordanian travel industry is calling for greater reciprocation from the UAE government to ease visa restrictions for Jordanians wishing to visit the country.

Hoteliers and industry analysts are still unsure whether the predicted surge in Dubai's room supply next year will have a big impact on the city's high rates.

It's not often you can guarantee your clients good weather when you book them on a holiday or business trip.

In an exclusive interview, Emirates' chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al-Maktoum tells Aviation Business about building the airline from scratch, his expansion strategy and relaxing away from the office.

The airline introduces water limousine airport service for first and business class passengers arriving in Venice.

How clothing and image can affect first impressions.

Emirates Airline has defended itself against criticism over plans to operate different configurations across its forthcoming fleet of Airbus A380 aircraft.

The two UAE airlines are in collaboration talks about making joint purchases or sharing IT.

Iran remains a largely unexplored destination, but culture vultures say it has to be seen to be believed.

Kerala in southern India is gearing up to be a holiday hotspot with Middle East airlines introducing new services, additional frequencies, and holiday packages to the burgeoning destination.

The US Department of Homeland Security continues to inform the ME about its security and visa processes.

With a new $2.2bn Airbus deal under its belt, Etihad is well on track to become one of the world's biggest airlines.

The Dubai Summer Surprises shopping fest started with a half million dollar opening ceremony.

Deal marks airline's second additional 'superjumbo' order this year, bringing the total number to 55.

PARIS AIRSHOW 2pm update: Gulf airlines buy eleven more 'superjumbos' in a $3.6bn boost for Airbus.

Extended service means that passengers can now check in 24 hours before flight departure.

LTN provides hints, tips, product updates and info on lesser-known shopping locations to help you advise clients where to spend their cash this summer.

Precautionary measures taken as Tropical Cyclone Gonu approaches.

An additional three flights to the kingdom a week keeps the airline's Mideast expansion plans on track.

The Emirates Group has ruled out raffling off one of its key assets - Dnata.

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United has played down the impact of rival US airline Delta operating a new five times weekly non-stop Dubai-Atlanta service.

A deluxe property majestically commanding an entire cliff on the shores of southern India is targeting the Middle East market with its comprehensive MICE offering.

If Etihad Airways and Tourism Ireland have it their way, holidaymakers bound for Europe could be seeing green this summer.

The airline will add four flights to its existing twice-daily service.

Emirates Airline eyeing one of the new hubs.

Bangkok has proven an Asian favourite with the region's travellers and its Tourism Authority is keen to ensure things stay that way.

Why India's hidden gems are often masked by prejudice.

Dubai airline expands its screening for alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, and heroin.

ATM Special: Deputy Minister of Tourism claims rebel attacks are a non issue.

AIG Travel to provide online insurance through EMQuest.

Sheikha Lubna explains how the cargo industry has successfully boosted the nation's international standing.

The UAE's leading carriers, Emirates Airline and Etihad Airways are unlikely to slash commissions to zero in the immediate future.

Airline is expected to schedule flights today, following rebel attacks near Sri Lanka's capital last week.

Malta is on the rise, and investors from the Gulf are taking advantage of excellent business opportunities.

With customers including Emirates, Cargolux and Lufthansa, Boeing's 747-8 aircraft has proved a popular choice amongst international airlines, states Randy Tinseth, vice president of sales, marketing and in-service support for the 747-8 programme.

Emirates has signed an agreement with GE Commercial Aviation Services (GECAS) to lease an additional five Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.

An absence of direct flights from the Gulf to Berlin has stopped the city from taking top spot among ME tour operators.

Emirates Airlines has opened two new premium lounges; one at Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Malaysia and the other at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Thailand.

The Dubai-based carrier refutes talk of a takeover of Europe's third-largest airline.

Key hubs at Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur have been kitted out with plush lounges.

Emirates Airlines' CEO confident no further delivery delays of first A380 superjumbo.

A further blow to Airbus comes as the UAE carrier adds more Boeings to its fleet.

Emirates Group Security has revealed its new facility for processing valuables in Dubai Airport Free Zone.

The Dubai airline soars above Etisalat and Emaar in terms of brand value.

Those that ignore the advancements of technology are doomed to be overtaken by them.

The Dubai-based airline will ask Airbus for at least $325m in compensation over the late ‘superjumbo'.

European Aerospace and Defence group (EADS) last month warned that its Toulouse-based planemaker, Airbus, will likely deliver an operating loss after production problems and delays to its A380 programme

2006 saw the business class seat become one of the most prized and profitable assests in the commercial world. With competition increasing, how are airlines luring the business class passenger?

Cheryl Mandy discovers how clued-up travel agents and tour operators can create tailor made special interest trips for adventurous tourists heading to Yemen.

The Dubai-based airline's service to Brazil will be the region's first non-stop service to South America.

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It Is just over a year since the launch of Al Jazeera Airways, the low cost carrier based out of Kuwait.

Dubai airline is in talks over new services to Australia following news that Etihad will begin Oz routes.

Frontier developers in the UAE are pushing the boundaries, with a plethora of projects planned that were previously off the map in terms of leisure or corporate appeal, reports Kathi Everden

Some would argue that Sydney is the jewel in Australia’s large gem-encrusted crown, but the Middle East market has been slow to recognise this. ATN reveals the city’s many hidden treasures

Dubai-based airline joins Qantas and SIA in demanding damages over the late delivery of 555-seat Airbus A380.

Emirates Airline may be eyeing up a big deal in the travel market.

Emirates airline has deployed 200 Lenovo tablet PCs in aircraft across its fleet as part of a pilot project to improve customer satisfaction among members of its Skywards loyalty scheme

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A global trends report by Euromonitor International concluded that the pivotal location of Dubai as a global aviation hub, straddling East and West, will offer Middle East carriers a golden opportunity to shine on a global stage

2006 has seen the business class seat become one of the most prized and profitable assets in the commercial world, so which airline should you go for? The choice is endless says James Bennett

The achievements of firms — both local and international — and individuals were celebrated at the second IT Weekly Middle East Arab Technology Awards

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Money talks in the world of sport, and companies are taking advantage in a bid to raise key brand awareness.

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Travel agent knowledge of China has been limited to date, but both Middle Eastern and Chinese carriers are now making concerted efforts to raise trade awareness of the country’s key destinations, particularly its capital, Beijing

The picturesque natural and cultural surroundings of Fujairah are set to make up a popular new tourist destination in the emirates