Analysis - Transport and Tourism
Air Arabia posts 20% rise in Q1 profit
Low-cost carrier Air Arabia has reported a net profit of Dhs59m for the first three months of this year as it launched four new destinations and increased the frequency of flights to three cities from its primary hub in Sharjah.
Egypt looks to revive its tourism sector
Egypt is making a push to reassure travellers that it is a safe destination as part of an effort to return its tourism sector to pre-Arab Spring levels.
Emaar launches new hotel brand aimed at younger travellers
Dubai-based Emaar Properties, the developer of Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest tower, has announced plans to launch a new hotel brand aimed at young business and leisure travellers.
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Etihad's latest moves likely to pay dividends, analysts say
Over a span of a few days last week Etihad Airways added new chapters to its aggressive expansion strategy by announcing that it had purchased a minority stake in India's Jet Airways and signed a codeshare agreement with Air Canada.
Four Seasons to open its first hotel in Dubai in Q4 2014
The luxury hotel chain announced today that its first hotel in the UAE will open in Dubai in the fourth quarter of 2014.
Emirates set to launch first trans-Atlantic flight from Europe
Dubai-based Emirates Airline said it has received approval from the Italian Civil Aviation Authority to launch direct flights between Milan and New York.
Etihad records strongest ever first quarter results
Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has announced that its first quarter passenger and cargo results were the highest in its history.
Emirates Airline alliance with Qantas gets final approval
Australia's competition watchdog has given final approval to an alliance between Qantas and Emirates, giving the Dubai-based carrier greater access to the Australian market.
Dubai Airport passenger traffic continues to soar
Dubai International Airport is on pace for another record year as the hub enjoyed double digit growth in February.
