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Dubai's cruise industry faces choppy economic seas
Although the UAE has removed a key obstacle to the growth of Dubai's cruise tourism industry, the sector still faces a host of challenges due largely to global and regional economic woes.
Emirates' half-year profit jumps 104% as passenger traffic rises
Dubai-based Emirates Airline said it posted a net profit of $464m for the first six months of its current fiscal year ending September 30, a rise of 104% compared to the same period a year ago.
Gulf airports embrace technology to manage rising passenger growth
To help cope with a huge rise in passenger traffic, airports in the region are implementing sophisticated new technology to help boost efficiency and provide a smoother and speedier experience for travellers.
Qatar Airways CEO calls for third runway at Heathrow
The British government needs to urgently address capacity constraints at London Heathrow to avoid a 'catastrophic situation' for the country's economy, Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker said yesterday.
Emirates adds over 70 extra flights for Hajj
Emirates is easing travel for pilgrims heading to and from Saudi Arabia for Hajj by operating extra flights.
Saudi Arabia ramps up infrastructure to accommodate pilgrims
The need to provide more accommodation and better infrastructure for the growing number of Hajj pilgrims has led to a flood of investment in the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.
Qatar Airways joins global alliance in latest coup by Gulf carriers
Qatar Airways has announced that it is joining the oneworld alliance, becoming the first of the 'big three' Arab carriers to join one of the global pacts and further signaling a shift in how European carriers view their Middle East counterparts.
Etihad's Q3 revenue climbs 19%
Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has credited a surge in income from its code shares and partnerships with helping to boost its third quarter revenue 19% to $1.3bn.
Dubai well-equipped to absorb new hotel supply, analysts say
As Dubai's hotel pipeline continues to grow, analysts downplay the risk of oversupply in the market but warn that competition for visitors will heat up in certain parts of the emirate.
Emirates launches daily service to Washington, DC
Emirates has announced that it has launched non-stop daily service from Dubai to Washington Dulles International Airport. It is the seventh gateway for Emirates in the US, and the twelfth new route to join the airline's international network in 2012.
IHG to open new hotel in Dubai Marina
IHG (Intercontinental Hotel Group) the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, has signed an agreement with Dubai-based property developer Select Group to open InterContinental Dubai Marina.
Emirates, Qantas announce major partnership deal
Following months of negotiations, Emirates and Qantas have signed an extensive partnership agreement that will see the struggling Australian carrier move its hub for European flights from Singapore to Dubai.
Dubai airport traffic tops five million for first time
Dubai International Airport achieved a new milestone in July as passenger traffic at the airport exceeded five million for the first time in its history.
Abu Dhabi 'on track' to welcome 2.3 million visitors in 2012
With new figures showing that 1.37 million visitors stayed in Abu Dhabi's hotels in the first seven months of this year, an increase of 11% over the same period in 2011, tourism officials in the emirate say it is on pace to meet its annual target.
Middle East carriers strongest performers in July, says IATA
Middle East carriers experienced the strongest passenger traffic growth in July and were the only... Read full article »
