flydubai signs an MoU for 75 Boeing 737 MAXs

The Dubai-based carrier signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a new aircraft order with Boeing The agreement is for 75 firm 737 MAX aircraft, valued at USD 13 billion, and options for 75 more aircraft Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 November 2025: The Dubai-based carrier, flydubai, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boeing for 75 Boeing 737 MAXs. The announcement further supports the carrier in fulfilling Dubai’s vision for aviation growth in the years ahead. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, signed the MoU agreement with Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, at the signing ceremony which was attended by Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, at the Dubai Airshow ......read full article

Airbus, Technology Innovation Institute and Aspire sign agreement to accelerate advanced technologies for aviation

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 November 2025 – Airbus, the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), part of Abu Dhabi Government's Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), and ASPIRE, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced and disruptive technologies for aviation. The agreement, announced today at Dubai Airshow 2025, marks an important milestone in Airbus' ongoing mission to harness breakthrough science for world-class, cutting edge practical and sustainable aerospace solutions. This collaboration was triggered by TII's engagement as a finalist in the Airbus BMW Quantum Challenge 2024, where the institute proposed a possible quantum algorithm to accurately predict aerodynamic flows and the ......read full article

flydubai to implement comprehensive Boeing training solutions

The agreements encompass Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) Programmes for maintenance teams, ab initio and commercial pilots Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 November 2025: At the 2025 Dubai Airshow, flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, and Boeing announced agreements that will provide ab initio pilots, pilots undergoing initial type rating courses and maintenance personnel with comprehensive training programmes to support flydubai’s fleet operations. The agreements for Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) programmes are designed to improve training outcomes through a focus on competency and data-informed scenarios. Boeing will also provide consulting services to support the implementation of the training programmes for flydubai. Captain Ahmad Bin ......read full article

Danube Properties Launches ‘SHAHRUKHZ by Danube', a Premium Business Tower in the Heart of Dubai

Shah Rukh Khan Gets a Tower in His Name  India, November 14, 2025: In a unique global first, Danube Properties has announced the launch of ‘Shahrukhz by Danube’, a premium commercial tower named after Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan. The announcement marks a monumental collaboration between two icons who redefined ambition and success in their respective worlds- Shah Rukh Khan and Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman of Danube Group. Rising majestically on Sheikh Zayed Road, the 55-storey tower is set to become one of Dubai’s most prestigious business landmarks- an address designed for empire builders, innovators, and visionaries. The tower celebrates 33 years of excellence for both Shah Rukh Khan and Danube, symbolizing their shared values of resilience, ......read full article

Emirates wins ULTRAs 'Best Airline in the World' award for 8th year in a row

Dubai, UAE, 18 November 2025: Emirates has been voted 'Best Airline in the World' for the 8th consecutive year, at the esteemed ULTRAs travel awards held in Dubai yesterday. Based on votes from Ultratravel's global network of 1.2 million travellers, Emirates also scooped the 'Airline with the Best Premium Economy Class' award, as well as a prestigious 'Lifetime Achievement Award for Services to Global Aviation' presented to Sir Tim Clark.  Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, said;  'It's an honour to celebrate our eighth year as 'best airline in the world' at the ULTRAs and thank you to all the travellers who gave us their vote. At Emirates, we want every customer to 'fly better,' and that's why we never ......read full article

Archer to Supply Its Proprietary Electric Powertrain to Third Parties, Starting with Anduril and EDGE Group For their ...

 The agreement marks the first time Archer will make its proprietary, dual use advanced powertrain technology, currently in use on its Midnight eVTOL aircraft, available to a third party, introducing a new revenue stream. Deal underscores the potential value of Archer’s core technology, further highlighting the importance of Archer’s strategic decision to vertically integrate its design and manufacturing of the battery pack, resulting in a solution that meets the rigorous standards of safety, performance, and reliability necessary for aviation use cases. The first third-party product to receive Archer’s powertrain technology is Omen, a hover-to-cruise Autonomous Air Vehicle that will be co-developed and co-produced by Anduril and EDGE Group in the ......read full article

Etihad Airways Showcases A321LR at Dubai Airshow

Dubai, UAE - Etihad Airways’ brand-new Airbus A321LR takes pride of place on static display at Dubai Airshow – the region’s only narrowbody aircraft featuring private First Suites. With extended range and significantly improved fuel efficiency, this next-generation aircraft serves routes from Abu Dhabi to destinations including Chiang Mai, Dusseldorf, Krabi, Phnom Penh, Phuket, Tunis and Zurich, delivering genuine long-haul luxury for short-and medium-haul sectors. The airline is this year taking a bigger presence at Dubai Airshow with the addition of the Etihad Pavillion offering visitors the opportunity to see and experience the airline’s award-winning products. Etihad Aviation Training will also be on show, welcoming visitors to discuss partnership ......read full article

Emirates orders 65 additional Boeing 777X aircraft, worth US$ 38 billion at Dubai Airshow 2025

Agreement includes options to convert Emirates' latest order into the 777-8 or 777-10, providing strong backing for Boeing's 777-10 feasibility study. Emirates to remain largest customer and operator of the Boeing 777 with a total orderbook of 280 aircraft including freighters; and the largest GE9X customer with a total of 540 engines on order to power its 777X fleet, including the additional 130 units signed today. Dubai, UAE, 17 November 2025 – Emirates, the world's largest international airline, today announced orders for 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, powered by GE 9X engines, worth US$ 38 billion at list prices, on the opening day of Dubai Airshow 2025. This takes the airline's total orderbook with Boeing to 315 widebody aircraft, ......read full article

flydubai inks deal with GE Aerospace for GEnx-1B engines and services to power its first widebody fleet

flydubai and GE Aerospace have signed an agreement for 60 GEnx-1B engines to power the airline’s new fleet of Boeing 787-9s Agreement also includes spare engines and long-term services support Order supports flydubai’s first widebody fleet, fuelling the airline’s growth ambitions Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 17 November 2025: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, and GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) today announced a new order for 60 GEnx-1B engines to power flydubai’s first widebody fleet of 30 Boeing 787-9. The agreement, signed at the Dubai Airshow 2025, also includes spare engines and a long-term services agreement to support the carrier’s launch of long-haul operations. This agreement underpins flydubai’s growth strategy and the continued ......read full article

Emirates gears up for largest ever presence at Dubai Airshow 2025

Dubai, UAE, 14 November 2025: Emirates is poised for a standout presence at the Dubai Airshow 2025, showcasing a diverse range of innovative products alongside introducing technologies that offer a glimpse into how air travel will evolve in the years ahead. Emirates will showcase all three commercial aircraft types in its fleet: the Airbus A380, Boeing 777, and Airbus A350, the latest addition to the family. Emirates Flight Training Academy’s (EFTA) recently delivered Gamebird GB1 aircraft, as well as its Diamond DA42-VI aircraft, will also be on static display throughout the Dubai Airshow week. Unveiling smart technologies At the Dubai Airshow, the Emirates exhibition stand brings the future of air travel to life with cutting-edge AI-powered customer experiences. Visitors ......read full article

Shah Rukh Khan Gets a Tower in His Name – Danube Properties Launches ‘SHAHRUKHZ by Danube', a Premium Business Tower in ...

India, November 14, 2025: In a unique global first, Danube Properties has announced the launch of ‘Shahrukhz by Danube’, a premium commercial tower named after Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan. The announcement marks a monumental collaboration between two icons who redefined ambition and success in their respective worlds- Shah Rukh Khan and Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman of Danube Group. Rising majestically on Sheikh Zayed Road, the 55-storey tower is set to become one of Dubai’s most prestigious business landmarks- an address designed for empire builders, innovators, and visionaries. The tower celebrates 33 years of excellence for both Shah Rukh Khan and Danube, symbolizing their shared values of resilience, reinvention, and relentless pursuit of ......read full article

To infinity and beyond (via Dubai): Emirates SkyCargo transports Arab Satellite 813

Dubai, UAE, 13 November 2025 – Working in close coordination with the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at UAE University, Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, transported Arab Satellite 813 from Dubai to its launch site. The collaboration marks a milestone in the UAE's space journey and highlights the unrivalled strength of the UAE’s global logistics capabilities. Leveraging the airline’s recently launched Aerospace and Engineering vertical, Emirates SkyCargo provided stringent levels of environment control and security throughout Arab Satellite 813’s earthbound journey. From NSSTC’s Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT) facility in Al Ain, the satellite was trucked to Emirates ......read full article

India's Leading Creator Brand BeerBiceps Expands to the GCC with UAE-Based Sprout Media

Dubai, November 13, 2025: Sprout Media has entered into a strategic partnership with India’s BeerBiceps Group of Companies, marking the content and digital education powerhouse’s first international expansion outside India. The collaboration positions Sprout Media as the group’s regional partner for the GCC, supporting the growth of brands, creators and business leaders across the region’s rapidly expanding digital economy. The partnership combines Sprout Media’s on-ground insight into GCC markets with BeerBiceps’ expertise in content, personal branding and digital education. It is designed to introduce a new model of influence in the region, where content, community and commercial outcomes are aligned. Speaking about the partnership, Aparna ......read full article

Qatar airways supercharges global operations with next-generation network

Airline’s worldwide rollout of SITA’s SD-WAN sets a new benchmark for aviation connectivity and performance GENEVA – 13 November 2025 – Airlines today face the dual challenge of rising passenger volumes and increasingly complex digital operations. Legacy networks are stretched thin, making it harder to keep global outstations connected, secure, and resilient. To overcome these pressures, Qatar Airways, one of the world’s leading airlines, has rolled out SITA’s next-generation Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology across its international outstations. The agreement marks the first large-scale SD-WAN deployment for a major global airline by SITA. SD-WAN replaces rigid legacy networks with a flexible, software-based system ......read full article

dnata to deploy over 100 ground support vehicles to keep Dubai Airshow running smoothly

111 motorised assets mobilised to support static and flying displays Electric, hybrid and bio-diesel fleet featured in world-first sustainability showcase Global GSE modernisation part of dnata's $210 million investment drive Dubai, UAE, November 12, 2025: dnata is providing extensive on-ground support for the Dubai Airshow 2025, deploying more than 100 ground support vehicles to ensure aircraft move safely and efficiently across the event's static and flying displays at Dubai World Central (DWC). The company has mobilised 111 motorised assets, including aircraft pushback tractors, ground power units, passenger steps and air conditioning units among others to maintain seamless operations throughout the week-long show. "There's an entire choreography ......read full article