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Historic first flight shows all systems are 'Go' for Dubai's new...
Dubai Airports paved the way for the successful opening of Dubai World Central-Al Maktoum International for cargo operations on June 27 after the new airport passed a series of operational tests conducted during its first 'live' flight yesterday with flying colours.
Dubai Expo 2020 Is the Olympics of Creativity and Ingenuity: Bahamas...
Nassau, Bahamas - “Innovation can come from anyone and anywhere” was the key message regarding Expo 2020 that was recently shared with the Bahamas...
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Dubai Airports’ CEO Paul Griffiths named Business Leader of the Year at Gulf Business Awards
Dubai, UAE – September 8, 2016 – Dubai Airports’ CEO Paul Griffiths was named the...
Dubai to issue tender for Al Maktoum International airport expansion
Dubai will later this month issue the first tender for the Dh120 billion expansion of its second airport in the south of the emirate.
Free WiFi at all Dubai airports: High-speed, unlimited too
Passengers will now be able to enjoy unlimited free high-speed Wi-Fi at Dubai International and...
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Dubai tenders for expansion of Terminal 2
The Dubai Aviation City Corp has invited contractors to bid for phase three of the Dubai International Airport expansion project.
DHL commences operations at Dubai World Central
DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, announced that Danzas AEI Emirates, its joint venture with Al Tayer Group, has commenced operations at Dubai World Central (DWC) with its first cargo charter flight taking off from the newly-opened Al Maktoum International Airport in Jebel Ali. This is part of Danzas’ commitment to the multi-billion DWC infrastructure development where the company has reserved three plots of land - 155,000 sq metres plus 75,000 sq meters option for a new logistics centre, and another of 45,000 sq metres for air freight operations.
Emirates to start flights to South Florida in December
Emirates is getting its second destination in Florida this winter.
The Dubai carrier is to start...
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DXB welcomes 6.4 million passengers in October
Dubai International, the world’s leading international hub, welcomed 6.4 million passengers in October, according to the monthly traffic report issued today by operator Dubai...
Policeman who stole DVD from Duty Free gets six months in Dubai
An Emirati policeman faces six months in jail for stealing a DVD of the science-fiction action movie Avatar from the Dubai International Airport's Duty Free Section. The Dubai Court of First Instance convicted the 23-year-old policeman of stealing the Avatar DVD and hiding it under his jacket before leaving his post as duty policeman at the airport.
$50bn earmarked by Iraq for development of nation's airports
On 11 -12 December 2011, the Emerging Markets Airport Suppliers Conference (EMASC 2011) will feature some of the decision makers/experts from emerging markets, who will present the major airport projects under construction and expansion in these markets.
Emirates to launch Wi-Fi service on its A-380s
Dubai-based Emirates Airline has announced plans to launch Wi-Fi services across its fleet of A380 jumbo jets, becoming the latest carrier in the region to ramp up its in-flight entertainment offerings.
Dubai Airports ready for the tech challenge
Dubai Airports, which is celebrating 50 years of successful journeying, is fully equipped with advanced technology and ready to take the challenge of rising demand from its stakeholders, specially Emirates airline, a top executive of the company said. Dubai Airports owns and manages the operation and development of both of Dubai’s airports — Dubai International as well as the upcoming Dubai World Central — Al Maktoum International.
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Tribes Carnivore launches in Dubai Mall
Tribes Carnivore is all set to welcome guests seeking an African cuisine experience.
Tribes is an all-you-can-eat casual-dining concept located in the Dubai Mall, and...
Emirates welcomes new generation A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft to its...
Emirates has begun taking delivery of its new generation Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, which will feature upgraded Business Class seats amongst other...
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A First Look at the US Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai, Designed by Fentress
The design of the USA Pavilion for the Expo 2020 Dubai has been revealed, designed by Curtis W. Fentress and Fentress Architects.
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Dubai International Airport is on track to receive its one billionth passenger before the end of the year, underscoring a critical infrastructure challenge at one of the world's busiest international airports.
"We are likely to...
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Airbus unlocks Emirates A380 logjam but engine standoff goes on
Airbus delivered one A380 in mid-November, with the second scheduled to arrive in Dubai next week, inching the planemaker toward its goal of handing over 800 jetliners this year
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Emirates partnership with easyJet set to strengthen company’s European network
Emirates’ fledgling partnership with low-cost carrier easyJet will strengthen the Dubai-based company’s European network, industry experts predict, enabling it to indirectly serve destinations that would otherwise be beyond logistical reach.
Emirates has long eschewed the...
Al Maktoum International Airport
CNNTravel: Al Maktoum International Airport will one day have five runways, three terminals and be home to the huge fleets of superjumbos operated by Emirates. It will boast shorter walking distances for passengers, and...
Emirates partners with flydubai, broadens destinations
Emirates has announced the expansion of its network to 29 flydubai destinations across three continents after the two Dubai-based airline companies sealed an extensive partnership deal.
“This is an exciting first step in unlocking the...
Passengers at Dubai airports to pay excise tax
Dubai: Dubai Duty Free (DDF) confirmed on Monday that both departing and arriving passengers at Dubai’s airports will pay an excise tax on carbonated drinks and energy drinks in line with the UAE’s implementation...
Dubai airport offers ‘sleep pods’ to travellers
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The Scandinavian-designed sleep lounge, located close to Gate A1 in Concourse A, includes 20 “igloo sleep pods” and seven...
Emirates in Kolkata airport bird strike
No passengers suffered any injuries during a reported bird strike encountered by an Emirates flight EK571 landing at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in West Bengal on Monday, according to the Kolkata airport.
There...
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New A380 Onboard Lounge | Emirates Airline
Emirates is introducing an enhanced Onboard Lounge for its flagship Airbus A380 aircraft.
The new Emirates A380 Onboard Lounge will make its first public...
