Global Aviation

The Greek Institute for Economic and Industrial Research has left its growth forecast for 2026 at 1.8%, warning of the effects of the geopolitical situation and rising energy prices

Twenty-nine nations have joined a China-backed initiative to establish the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization in Shanghai

The new luxury W hotel by Marriott Bonvoy will feature 210 rooms, culinary venues, a spa, pools and a design inspired by Saudi heritage

Airports Council International has published the final list of the world's busiest airports. Can you guess the top 3?

Boeing has launched its new 737 MAX North Line in Everett, Washington, expanding production capacity to help meet growing global airline demand

Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed an agreement to offer single-ticket travel from August 24, 2026, while planning reciprocal frequent flyer benefits at a later date

The 24th Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem will be held on October 4th, with hundreds of Christian leaders from around the world, along with official delegations and government representatives

Flight restrictions, road closures and tighter airport security will affect travelers in Ankara during the NATO Summit on July 7 and 8, 2026

The ship already dominated the skyline on its way to the port in Malaga. Then came the Royal Promenade, the Pearl, the spectacular water park, the restaurants, the casino and the breathtaking design. In one word: mesmerizing

Etihad Airways is marking two decades of operations in France, highlighting strong growth in its European network as it expands flights, destinations and future fleet plans

Saudia recorded the world's highest on-time performance in June with a 92.38% on-time performance. Europe and North America saw sharp operational declines

IATA said demand fell 2.2% year-on-year in May as Middle Eastern carriers recorded a 28.8% drop in international traffic

The global airline industry is set to see profits cut in half in 2026, according to IATA, as Middle East disruptions and surging fuel prices sharply increase costs and squeeze margins worldwide

OAG data shows routes in Asia overwhelmingly led global air traffic in 2025, while international rankings were also dominated by short-haul Asian flights. The Jeju–Seoul Gimpo route topped OAG’s 2025 list with 14.4 million seats

Quarterly Air Transport Chartbook: IATA reports modest passenger gains, stronger cargo demand, and widening regional differences, with Asia Pacific and Africa leading the quarter