Air China has officially launched a new nonstop service between Beijing Capital International Airport and Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, strengthening air connectivity between China and the United Arab Emirates and reinforcing ties between two major political and economic centers.
India, UAE, And Saudi Arabia Set To Lead Aviation Growth as the global airline industry enters its fourth consecutive year of profitability, supported by resilient demand, lower fuel prices, and sustained economic expansion.
Emirates Secures Site for New Cabin Crew Village in Dubai, formalising a major long-term investment aimed at supporting the airline’s expanding workforce and future operational footprint. The airline has signed an agreement with Dubai Investments Park (DIP) to acquire land for a purpose-built residential community that will accommodate up to 12,000 Emirates cabin crew members under a long-term lease…
Etihad Airways has taken a major step in its fleet development strategy by finalizing an agreement with Avolon for the lease of 13 new Airbus aircraft. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow, covers nine A330neo widebodies and four A320neo family narrowbodies, all sourced from Avolon’s substantial forward orderbook. These aircraft will play a central role in Etihad’s medium-haul and short-haul…
JP Lease Products & Services Co., Ltd (JLPS) and its Dublin-based affiliate JLPS Ireland Limited have confirmed the successful acquisition and delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to flydubai, marking the third and final delivery under a three-aircraft portfolio mandate awarded earlier in 2025. The transaction, structured as a sale and leaseback, was conducted on behalf of JLPS’s Japanese investor base…
AerCap, one of the world’s largest aircraft leasing companies, has announced the delivery of the first of twenty Airbus A321LR aircraft to Etihad Airways. The handover took place at a ceremonial event held at the Airbus Delivery Center in Hamburg, Germany, marking a key milestone in Etihad’s ongoing narrowbody fleet modernization strategy.
Etihad Airways, the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has added a new Airbus A350-1000 to its widebody fleet, bearing serial number 730. The delivery reflects Etihad’s continuing investment in fuel-efficient, long-range aircraft to support its growing intercontinental route network and sustainability goals.
Etihad Airways of the United Arab Emirates has entered into a lease agreement with Air Europa of Spain for the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, which will be deployed on Etihad’s Abu Dhabi to Madrid route starting 24 June 2025. The move supports Etihad’s efforts to optimize long-haul operations and adjust capacity in key international markets.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), one of the leading aircraft lessors in the Middle East, has entered into agreements with two separate counterparties to sell approximately 75 aircraft, including 50 Embraer E-Jets and 25 out-of-production aircraft. The divestment process is expected to conclude by the end of 2025, marking a significant realignment of the company’s portfolio.
Emirates and Air Mauritius have officially renewed their long-standing strategic partnership, which includes a reciprocal codeshare agreement, expanded frequent flyer cooperation, and enhanced cargo handling services. The renewed collaboration strengthens ties between the two carriers and broadens connectivity across Africa, Asia, and Europe.
