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Low-cost carriers playing a big role in Middle East aviation growth
OGA analysis says market has expanded 5% since 2019, making it the second-fastest growing region globally; low-cost carriers double their market share to 29%
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Qatar Airways says tariff impact manageable with aircraft spares stockpile
The airline will absorb any cost increases rather than passing them on to customers through higher ticket prices, says Qatar Airways boss
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World’s most valuable airline brands revealed; Emirates, Qatar Airways and Saudia impress
Emirates tops Gulf in global airline brand value ranking
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Middle East aviation booming with massive orders and fleet expansion despite supply woes as sector targets 2,600 planes
Middle East commercial airlines expected to grow almost twice as quickly as the global average in coming years
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Dubai’s Emirates covered in Valentine’s Day roses, giant bouquet in viral video
Emirates has also announced its Valentine’s Day programme featuring speciality food, beverages, and entertainment across its flights and lounges worldwide
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Most expensive Dubai school; Mohamed Alabbar funding offer; Dubai real estate analysis; World’s safest airlines; New UAE laws – 10 things you missed this week
Dubai real estate news, Mohamed Alabbar’s funding pledge, GEMS unveils $100m school and more top news stories
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World’s safest airlines revealed: UAE and Qatar carriers in top 10
Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad feature in list of world’s safest airlines
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Middle East airports plan $151bn expansion as travel demand soars
Dubai is leading the charge with a $35 billion project to transform Al Maktoum International into the world’s largest airport
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IATA: Global aviation industry revenue to pass $1tn in 2025 with 5 billion passengers expected
IATA forecasts a landmark year for airline industry in 2025 as passenger numbers could pass five billion
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Biometrics, easy check-in, advanced luggage drops and budget flights – what air passengers REALLY want
Why global air passengers are looking to biometrics and digital wallets to improve airport and airline experiences
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India to develop additional 200 airports over next 20 years; 4,000 aircraft needed, says minister
Currently, Indian airlines operate around 800 planes, with over 1,200 aircraft on order
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Qantas not opposed to Qatar Airways’ bid for 25% stake in Virgin Australia
Qantas’ chair and CEO said the airline’s investment plan meant it was well-placed to compete
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Dubai’s rich are spending $10,000 to fly dogs, cats on private jet: ‘Pets are part of their family’ says K9 Jets CEO
The company has flown over 1,520 dogs and 80 cats to several destinations around the world
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Qatar Airways to acquire 25% stake in Virgin Australia, enhancing airline partnerships
The stake will be acquired from Virgin Australia’s owner Bain Capital, the companies said in a joint statement