Tag: Middle East
Air Travel Loses Momentum as Airlines Navigate a More Volatile Market
The global aviation industry is entering the final months of 2026 with a more complicated demand picture than the strong post-pandemic recovery might have...
Africa Outpaces Global Air Travel Market as August Demand Rises 6.7%
African airlines continued to outperform most major aviation markets in August, with passenger demand rising 6.7% year-on-year even as global air travel slipped back...
DHL Invests in Greater Middle East-Africa Connectivity with New Aviation Lane
DHL Express has marked an important milestone in its regional aviation network with the successful operation of the first direct DHL flight between Bahrain...
Africa’s Passenger Demand Outpaces Global Growth as July Traffic Rises 6.4%
African airlines recorded one of the strongest increases in international passenger demand in July, with traffic rising 6.4% year-on-year, significantly outperforming the global market,...
Dangote Refinery Strengthens Grip on Europe’s Aviation Fuel Market
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reinforced its position in the global aviation fuel market after supplying more than 400,000 tonnes of jet fuel to Europe...
Uganda Airlines Fleet Expansion Creates Hundreds of Aviation Jobs Across Africa
Uganda Airlines' planned fleet expansion is set to create significant employment opportunities for aviation professionals across Africa, with industry experts projecting demand for at...
Uganda Airlines Orders Eight Boeing Jets to Expand Regional Network
Uganda Airlines has placed its first-ever direct aircraft order with Boeing, committing to the purchase of eight new aircraft as the national carrier accelerates...
Global Air Cargo Maintains Strong Growth Despite Middle East Disruptions
Global air cargo demand remained on a strong growth trajectory in May 2026, rising six per cent year-on-year despite continued geopolitical tensions in the...
SAHCO Delivers Record Earnings, Sets Sights on International Expansion
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc has reported its strongest financial performance to date, posting robust growth in revenue and profitability while unveiling plans...
Africa’s Aviation Future Hinges on Fuel Security, Lower Costs and Regional...
Three major developments highlighted by the International Air Transport Association reveal a common challenge confronting African aviation: the continent remains highly vulnerable to external...