Aviation
IATA Report Reveals Slowing Growth in Air Travel for June 2025
The IATA's June 2025 report shows a slowdown in air passenger growth amidst geopolitical tensions, affecting international travel demand.
Weekly Summary
Highlights from the Travel and Aviation Industry This Week
This week showcased significant advancements in travel, including new airline routes, enhanced infrastructure, and a spotlight on traditional and innovative travel solutions.
Weekly Summary
This Week's Highlights in Travel and Tourism
This week saw significant developments in the travel and tourism sector, including the introduction of new flight routes, luxurious hotel openings, and exciting partnerships enhancing customer experiences.
Airlines and Aviation
Oman Air Reports Major Surge in Direct Passenger Traffic
Oman Air has seen a significant rise in point-to-point traffic, with numbers skyrocketing from 75,000 to 200,000 in just a year.
Airlines and Aviation
Air New Zealand Collaborates with OpenAI to Enhance AI Integration
The partnership aims to improve operational efficiency and elevate customer service through artificial intelligence.
Airlines
Hong Kong Airlines Set to Launch Direct Route to Melbourne on December 12, 2025
Hong Kong Airlines is introducing a new direct service to Melbourne, enhancing travel choices for passengers.
Airlines
Emirates to Launch Third Daily Flight to Mauritius
Emirates has revealed plans to commence a third daily flight to Mauritius from December 1.
Airlines and Aviation
SalamAir Announces Resumption of Muscat–Beirut Flights
SalamAir is set to resume direct flights from Muscat to Beirut starting December 3, 2025, enhancing regional travel options.
Airlines and Aviation
Aussies Favour Early Morning Flights
A recent survey reveals that 36% of Australians prefer flying in the early morning or at sunrise, indicating a growing trend in travel preferences.
Airlines and Aviation
Etihad Airways Achieves a Historic Milestone with Over 20 Million Passengers
Etihad Airways has announced a record-breaking achievement, transporting more than 20 million passengers within a year, marking a significant growth in its operations.
Airlines
Delta Announces Nonstop Flights from Los Angeles to Hong Kong and Chicago Starting 2026
Delta is set to introduce two new nonstop routes from Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong and Chicago in June 2026, reinforcing its commitment to LAX.
Airlines
Gulf Air Launches Direct Flights to New York
Starting October 1st, Gulf Air will begin operating three weekly direct flights to JFK Airport.
Airlines and Aviation
Emirates to Launch Additional Daily Flights to Dublin
Emirates is set to enhance its service to Dublin by introducing a third daily flight starting October 26, providing more travel options and increased cargo capacity.
Airlines and Aviation
flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith Receives 2025 Airline Strategy Awards Executive Leadership Award
Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of flydubai, was awarded the Executive Leadership Award at the 2025 Airline Strategy Awards in London, recognizing his contributions to the aviation industry.
Airlines and Aviation
Etihad Airways Expands: 29 New Routes to Enhance Its 2025 Flight Network
Etihad Airways enhances its global network with seven new destinations, bringing its total to 29 for the year, aiming to boost Abu Dhabi's status as a travel and tourism hub.
Airlines and Aviation
Cebu Pacific's Passenger Growth Reaches 13.9 Million in First Half of 2025
The Philippine airline saw a significant increase in passenger numbers and load factors compared to last year.
Air
Qatar Airways Leads the Sky: Full-Fleet Starlink Wi-Fi Now Operational
Qatar Airways has integrated SpaceX's Starlink internet service across its Boeing 777 fleet, enabling fast Wi-Fi for all passengers.
Airlines
Wizz Air Ends Abu Dhabi Operations: The Reasons Behind the Decision
Wizz Air has decided to halt its services in Abu Dhabi due to a combination of operational difficulties and regional instability.
Airlines and Aviation
Malaysia Celebrates Launch of Loong Air’s New Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur Flight
The inaugural flight of Loong Air’s new route aims to enhance tourism ties and economic partnerships between Malaysia and China.
Airlines
BGS Achieves Consistent On-Time Performance for Wizz Air
Baltic Ground Services marks two consecutive months of perfect on-time performance for Wizz Air flights, showcasing their efficiency amidst summer travel challenges.
