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• Theodore Koumelis
traveldailynews.com reports: Aegean and Saudia initiate a codeshare partnership to offer expanded flight schedules and enhanced travel services between Greece and Saudi Arabia, starting immediately.
In a strategic move to bolster international space collaboration, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson sets off on a diplomatic tour, covering Italy, the Vatican, and Saudi Arabia.
Offering over 45,000 seats yearly, China Airlines commences direct services between Beijing and Riyadh, enhancing connectivity.
With new routes to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Al Maktoum Airport, flynas bolsters its UAE presence, concurrently expanding its interline partnership with Emirates for enhanced travel options.
A newly minted codeshare partnership between Aegean and Saudia is set to enhance connections and travel services for passengers traveling between Greece and Saudi Arabia, with immediate effect.
In a strategic move to bolster international space collaboration, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson sets off on a diplomatic tour, covering Italy, the Vatican, and Saudi Arabia.
In a major fleet expansion move, Air India Express has taken delivery of the first two Boeing 737-8 aircraft out of six, leased from AviLease, backed by Saudi Arabia's PIF.
Offering over 45,000 seats yearly, China Airlines commences direct services between Beijing and Riyadh, enhancing connectivity.
With new routes to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Al Maktoum Airport, flynas bolsters its UAE presence, concurrently expanding its interline partnership with Emirates for enhanced travel options.
Amid preparations for its 2025 launch, Riyadh Air is finalizing discussions for a significant widebody jet order with Airbus and Boeing to bolster its start-up operations.
Boeing introduces the Eagle II as a new contender in Saudi Arabia's competitive fighter jet acquisition process, challenging the Typhoon and Rafale.
A groundbreaking partnership between the Saudi Space Agency and the World Economic Forum aims to establish a pioneering Space C4IR Center in Ibadan.
Under a new agreement, valued at $65.8 million, Pratt & Whitney will supply spare parts and engine services for the Royal Saudi Air Force's F-15 fleet through mid-2025.
The potential retaliation over Jordanian airspace raises concerns about the stability of the defense pact among Arab states aligned against Iran, highlighting the region's intricate security dynamics.
IranAir has received approval to resume Umrah flights to Saudi Arabia, marking a significant milestone in aviation diplomacy after a nine-year break.
In response to heightened Middle East tensions and the threat of an imminent Iranian attack on Israel, Qantas has adjusted its Perth to London route to include a stopover in Singapore, bypassing Iranian airspace.
Halo Space advances in space tourism, unveiling a luxury capsule for stratospheric sunrise flights and planning a 2026 launch for commercial operations.
In the wake of its corporate spin-off, Mukamalah Aviation plans strategic enhancements including fleet development, route network expansion, and potential partnerships, signaling growth ambitions in Saudi Arabia's aviation sector.
Following GACA's approval, China Southern Airlines gears up to start passenger and cargo flights to Saudi Arabia from April 16, marking a significant route expansion.
With assistance from the United States, Saudi Arabia plans to merge its air and space forces this year, aligning with its broader defense strategy to enhance space capabilities.
Set for May 20-22, 2024, the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh will unite over 5,000 experts from 100+ countries, including high-profile ministers and executives from the aviation sector.
In a strategic move, Etihad Airways will commence flights to Al Qassim, marking its fourth Saudi destination, and introduce the A321neo to its fleet starting mid-second quarter of 2024, enhancing its regional connectivity.
Saudi Arabian carrier flynas reaches a milestone with the 50th Airbus A320neo delivery, part of an expanded order aiming to double its fleet in alignment with national aviation and pilgrim access goals.
Aiming to integrate eco-friendly Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) solutions for tourism in Saudi Arabia, Hyundai Motor Group partners with luxury resort developer Red Sea Global.
In a strategic move for capturing larger market share, Saudi Arabia's Manasik Aviation adds Airbus A340s to its fleet, marking a significant shift in operations to cater to rising demand.
Flydubai announces twice-weekly services to both Al Jouf and the new Red Sea International Airport, marking the first international flights to the latter.
In a strategic expansion move, China Southern Airlines will inaugurate its second route to Saudi Arabia, boosting connectivity for summer 2024.
In a strategic move that has propelled its aviation sector to new heights, Saudi Arabia's holistic aviation strategy, paired with the launch of Riyadh Air, has resulted in unprecedented air traffic levels in 2023.
Saudi Arabia’s Saudia airline will transition from Riyadh to strengthen its Jeddah hub, paving the way for the Kingdom’s latest carrier initiative.
Austria's FlyNow Aviation is set to introduce small eVTOL copters capable of carrying two passengers, aiming to launch urban air mobility services in the UAE and Saudi Arabia within a few years.
Expanding the frontiers of space tourism, Halo Space unveils its plan to conduct a Saudi test flight, setting the stage for $164,000 near-orbital journeys.
In a strategic move to bolster its tourism sector, Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund initiates discussions to acquire the nation's leading airline.
Celebrating its first year, Riyadh Air has received over a million job applications and secured partnerships with industry giants including Boeing and GE.
In advancements to bolster satellite and space safety capabilities, Arabsat has signed an MoU with Anexia for developing satellite private cloud services and teamed up with Aldoria for space situational awareness initiatives.
Under the Saudi Air Connectivity Program, a partnership with China Eastern Airlines introduces a direct flight path between Shanghai and Riyadh, bolstering bilateral air connectivity.
In an ambitious move, The Helicopter Company (THC) outlines plans for incorporating up to 250 helicopters through framework agreements initiated at Heli-Expo, marking a significant stride towards global prominence in civil helicopter operations.
Saudi Arabia is set to enhance its footprint in the space sector, moving forward with the launch of a national space strategy and the establishment of a space company, aimed at bolstering government and private sector engagement.
Following an agreement with Saudi Arabia, UK minister Andrew Griffith will visit the UAE to further bolster space industry collaborations.
A London court has cleared a former managing director of an Airbus subsidiary of allegations involving multimillion-pound bribes for securing contracts with the Saudi Arabian National Guard.
With Saudi Arabia and India considering the Embraer C-390, Lockheed Martin faces new competition in the tactical airlift market, potentially ending its long-standing monopoly.
Seeking to meet an anticipated order of 33 C-390 aircraft, Embraer is planning to set up an assembly line in Saudi Arabia, aiming to bolster the country's air force capabilities.
Saudi Arabia's ambitious project, King Salman International Airport, is poised for completion in 2030, aiming to surpass global airport size benchmarks.
Aiming to boost space sustainability, NorthStar Earth & Space collaborates with the Saudi Space Agency, unveiling a strategic SSA initiative at the Space Debris Conference.
In a strategic move, Bristow Group and The Helicopter and Jet Company team up to develop eVTOL and eSTOL operations, marking a significant step towards advanced air mobility (AAM) in the region.
Leaders of Air India and Riyadh Air are strategically targeting to capture international long-haul traffic, challenging dominant overseas hubs.
In a significant expansion move, Saudi Arabia's The Helicopter Company has secured a framework agreement envisaging the acquisition of up to 120 Airbus helicopters over a period of five to seven years.
Space Madak, a new competition, aims to foster innovation in the space sector, under the guidance of Saudi astronaut Rayana Barnawi.
Mubadala Investment Co., based in Abu Dhabi, is in discussions to acquire a stake in London's Heathrow Airport, potentially joining forces with other major Gulf investors such as the Saudi Public Investment Fund and Qatar Investment Authority.
Key industry players at the concluded Space Debris Conference endorsed collaborative efforts for enhanced space monitoring and the pursuit of orbital sustainability.
