Logistics & Trade

Ports, shipping, aviation cargo, warehousing and trade

September 28, 2026Source: Saudi Press Agency

GCC Secretary-General Calls for Stronger Regional Energy and Trade Convergence

GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi urged deeper integration across energy, trade, and digital transport corridors linking the Gulf to Asian markets. Speaking at a GCC-UNDP symposium, he highlighted that member states produce roughly 16.6 million barrels of crude oil daily, or 22.2 percent of global output. He underscored the need for integrated infrastructure and digital logistics alongside traditional energy exports.

Middle East Travel Alerts

September 28, 2026Source: TTN Worldwide

Jeddah Airport Opens Terminal 4 With Phased Airline Relocations

A flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, following an in-flight incident. Flight tracking data recorded a sudden descent from nearly 34,000 feet to below 17,000 feet in one minute. The airline confirmed all passengers and crew landed safely, while Israeli media reported an altercation in the cockpit.

Middle East Travel Alerts

September 28, 2026Source: Türkiye Today

Iranian Flights to Türkiye Face Suspension in Early October Under U.S. Sanctions

All Iranian commercial flights to Türkiye are expected to halt in early October due to expanding U.S. sanctions targeting Iranian civil aviation. The expected stoppage follows flight permit revocations by the UAE, Oman, Iraq, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.

Middle East Travel Alerts

September 28, 2026Source: South China Morning Post

Cathay Pacific Extends Dubai and Riyadh Flight Suspensions Through January 2027

Cathay Pacific has extended the suspension of passenger services to Dubai and Riyadh through January 31, 2027, marking its third postponement. The carrier stated that affected passengers may rebook, reroute, or receive refunds, while Cathay Cargo reviews timelines for resuming freighter operations.

Logistics & Trade

GCC Secretary-General Calls for Stronger Regional Energy and Trade Convergence

Jeddah Airport Opens Terminal 4 With Phased Airline Relocations

Iranian Flights to Türkiye Face Suspension in Early October Under U.S. Sanctions

Cathay Pacific Extends Dubai and Riyadh Flight Suspensions Through January 2027

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