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Industry News
Source: safariindia.com

Emirates and Dubai Chambers Partner to Support SME Global Expansion

Emirates and Dubai Chambers have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support the international expansion of Dubai-based small and medium enterprises and startups. The partnership provides Dubai Chamber of Commerce members with access to Emirates SkyCargo's global freight network and Emirates Courier Express shipping solutions. Eligible businesses will also receive corporate travel incentives through the Emirates Business Rewards programme, including a 2,000-point welcome bonus.

Industry News
Source: Gulf News

Ras Al Khaimah and Skyports Sign Binding Deal for 2027 Air Mobility Network

Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority and Skyports Infrastructure have signed a binding Definitive Agreement to build and operate a four-vertiport Advanced Air Mobility network. The first phase will connect Al Marjan Island and Jebel Jais, targeting commercial launch in the third quarter of 2027. Future expansion plans include two additional vertiports and an inter-emirate connection to Dubai.

Middle East Travel Alerts
Source: International Business Times Australia

Kuwait International Airport Operates via Terminals 4 and 5 While Terminal 1 Remains Closed

Kuwait's aviation authorities have reopened the country's airspace to international overflights under an official NOTAM requiring a minimum altitude of FL280. The measure restores a major transit corridor linking Europe, the Gulf, and Asia, cutting flight times on select routes. Carrier adoption remains inconsistent, with Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways resuming flights while Emirates continues routing around Kuwait.

Middle East Travel Alerts
Source: شفق نيوز

Iraqi Leaders Convene Over Iran Flight Bans and US Airport Sanctions Threats

Iraq's top state authorities are meeting to address restrictions on Iranian flights and US sanctions warnings targeting airports handling Iranian carriers. While no nationwide ban was formally enacted, airports in Baghdad, Najaf, Erbil, and Al-Sulaymaniyah have suspended flights to and from Iran. Washington warned that punitive measures could target entities providing ground-handling, refueling, or landing services to designated Iranian airlines.

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