New York, United States -- The global commercial aviation fleet will stand just under 50,000 planes in 2044, with most built over the next 20 years, according to a Boeing forecast released Saturday. The global fleet will nearly double to 49,600, a bit below Boeing's prior annual outlook, the company...
Will sign US$13.7bn deal with Airbus, says Korean Air
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – South Korean flag carrier Korean Air said on Thursday it will sign a US$13.7 billion deal with Airbus to purchase 33 A350 series aircraft to strengthen its long-term fleet operations. The move comes after the European Union approved the airline's takeover of smaller rival Asiana -- conditional...American Airlines orders 260 jets
It is part of the airlines' effort to 'modernize' its fleet.ADNOC Drilling to expand fleet
The company aims to reach 142 operational rigs this year.
Emirates to recruit 5,000 crew members in 2024
DUBAI, UAE – Emirates will hire 5,000 people as it awaits the arrival of its fleet of Airbus A350s. The airline is inviting fresh graduates with internships or part-time jobs on their résumés, those with a year or so of hospitality or customer service experience, and individuals keen to embark on...flynas flies over 11m passengers in 2023, up 28 percent from 2022
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – flynas reported record results for its performance in 2023 compared to the previous year 2022, with a historic increase in the number of passengers to over 11.1 million passengers, growing more than 28 percent. The LCC has taken delivery of 19 new aircraft during 2023, upscaling...flynas adds 5 Airbus A320neo, total fleet now 56
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Saudi “flynas” airline announced the delivery of five A320neo aircraft to increase its all-Airbus fleet to 56 airplanes, reflecting a growth of more than 100% in the past two years. The latest deliveries come as part of the expansion plan launched under the title "We connect...Air Arabia to double fleet
The plan will boost Abu Dhabi's tourism market.
AD Ports Group purchases bulk carriers, crude oil tankers
ABU DHABI, UAE - AD Ports Group has announced plans to expand its fleet by purchasing five bulk carriers and three crude oil tankers. These vessel acquisitions will follow the recently signed agreements as part of the Group’s strategic global expansion objectives to enhance the shipping division under AD Ports...
Arabia Taxi adds 269 new Tesla cars to its fleet in Dubai
Dubai, UAE - Arabia Taxi, a subsidiary of Economic Group Holdings in the UAE, has signed an agreement with Tesla Motors to add 269 Model 3 cars to its Dubai taxi fleet. This is part of a larger strategy by the Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai to convert all...
Wizz to set up fleet in KSA
It aims to set up a fleet of 50 aircraft in the kingdom.
Flyadeal adds A320neo to fleet
It raises Saudi low-cost airline's fleet strength to 26.
Saudi Helicopter Co to buy six Airbus choppers for its fleet
The new ACH160 is one of the world’s most technologically advanced helicopters with a new rotor blade design that results in significantly reduced noise, according to a statement posted on LinkedIn.The company will obtain six new ACH160 helicopters, with the first being set to join the fleet early in 2023.
ADNOC L&S acquires 3 LNG vessels
In April the company announced it will acquire two LNG vessels.Close to 1800 hybrid vehicles to join Dubai Taxi Corporation
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a contract for the procurement of 2,219 new vehicles to enhance the fleet of the Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC).
Bahrain allows use of airport for Afghan evacuees
Bahrain has announced that it is “allowing flights to make use of Bahrain’s transit facilities” amid the evacuations of Afghanistan.Flyadeal ropes in Airbus to support its A320 fleet
The Saudi low fares airline, flyadeal, has signed a long-term Flight Hour Services (FHS) agreement with Airbus to support its A320 fleet.
