WeRide to trial robotaxi rides in Abu Dhabi without human safety driver
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Etihad boosts US network with flights to Charlotte from 2026
Etihad Airways to launch direct flights to Charlotte, North Carolina
Bolt
Donald Trump’s $2tn Gulf tour; Dubai Golden visa for nurses; Etihad Rail announces UAE launch – 10 things you missed this week
Donald Trump visits Saudi, Qatar and UAE, Dubai offers golden visa for nurses, Etihad Rail launch plan and more top stories this week
Aviation
Etihad Airways confirms order for 28 wide-body Boeing aircraft
Etihad to expand fleet with new Boeing 787 and 777X planes
Aviation
India’s IndiGo launches direct flights to Fujairah from Mumbai
The new service marks IndiGo’s 41st international destination
Amsterdam
dnata to open dedicated animal handling center at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
The new 2,380 sqm animal centre by dnata in Amsterdam, featuring biosecure stables for over 70 horses, meets the growing demand for high-quality animal transport
Driving
Dubai simplifies driving licence services with digital transformation
Dubai streamlines driver licence services with updated applications, replacements, renewals and more
Etihad Rail
Etihad Rail to launch passenger service in 2026
Etihad Rail announces launch plan for UAE passenger train service
Aviation
GE Aerospace, Qatar Airways strike record engine deal during Trump visit
GE Aerospace secures massive engine deal with Qatar Airways, supplying GE9X and GEnx units to power 777-9 and 787 aircraft
Boeing
Qatar Airways to become Middle East’s largest 787 operator with Boeing mega-deal
Qatar Airways’ record-breaking deal includes 787 Dreamliners and 777-9s, marking Boeing’s largest widebody order
Dubai International Airport
Emirates unveils luxury First Class upgrades, designer amenities and revamped DXB lounge
With bespoke service touches, amenities, and a fully refreshed ground experience in Dubai, the carrier is doubling down on its First Class offering
Aviation
Parsons wins key contracts for Saudi Arabia’s King Salman International Airport
Infrastructure specialist to oversee airfield and landside development at King Salman International Airport, spanning 57 square kilometers
AD Ports Group
AD Ports Group boosts Kazakhstan presence with fleet and terminal growth plans
The agreements were signed on the sidelines of the visit by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, to the Republic of Kazakhstan
Aramex
Aramex expands Sprinklr partnership for AI-powered customer experience globally
The two are partnering to revolutionise digital customer experience for Aramex customers across more than 65 countries
Bolt
EXCLUSIVE: talabat, Bolt announce ride services for ‘pro’ Dubai customers in major partnership
The agreement between talabat and Bolt was unveiled during a joint press event in Dubai
aircraft leasing
Saudi aircraft lessor AviLease orders 30 Boeing 737-8 jets
The deal is reinforcing AviLease’s goal of becoming a top 10 global leasing company
self-driving
Uber to launch self-driving cars in Saudi Arabia this year
Uber has announced it will launch self-driving robot cars in Saudi Arabia this year