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Azerbaijan’s SOFAZ Invests £50 Million in London Gatwick Airport

Azerbaijan’s State Oil Fund (SOFAZ) has announced a £50 million (US$67 million) investment in London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in partnership with Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a U.S.-based firm now part of BlackRock. The investment marks one of SOFAZ’s largest single infrastructure deals in Europe, underscoring the sovereign wealth fund’s long-term strategy to diversify into global infrastructure and sustainable assets.

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Emirates Adds Fourth Daily Flight to London Gatwick

Emirates will introduce a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick starting 8 February 2026, marking a significant expansion of the airline’s operations in the UK. This additional service, designated EK069/070, will be operated using the airline’s newest aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, featuring state-of-the-art cabin interiors and enhanced passenger experience across three classes.