Board of Airline Representatives in Lebanon

BARLEB Meeting with H.E. Minister Fayez Rasamni

BARLEB Members in Lebanon headed by Mr. Antoine Tabbal ,Chairman of BARLEB, paid a visit to Mr. Fayez Rasamni , Minister of Public Work and Transport , Captain Mohamad Aziz and Dr. Jalal Haidar to offer the new year’s greetings , and to make acquaintance of the civil aviation sector under their control and supervision.

Emirates takes home 2 global accolades at the 2026 APEX awards

Emirates has received global recognition yesterday at the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California, winning 2 notable awards – the 2026 APEX Best™ Global Entertainment Award for its inflight entertainment system - ice, and a 2026 APEX WORLD CLASS™ award for all aspects of the airline’s customer experience and brand.

Amadeus and Lufthansa test EU Digital Identity Wallet for seamless travel

Services like Apple Pay and Google Pay have transformed the payment experience by allowing consumers to pay online or in person with a single click or tap, executing payments from a card stored in a digital wallet.

Etihad Airways Named Five-Star Global Airline by Airline Passenger Experience Association for 2026

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has once again been recognised as a Five-Star Global Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) for 2026. This prestigious rating is based entirely on feedback from airline passengers.

Turkish Airlines celebrates three decades of Manchester flights

Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, is celebrating 30 years of flights from Manchester in northern England to İstanbul.

Emirates expands London Heathrow schedule to 48 weekly flights

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is unlocking more opportunities for travel with the addition of six weekly flights to its London Heathrow schedule, starting 26 October 2025.

Qatar Airways Celebrates a Season of Global Events with Qatar as the Centre Stage

Qatar Airways is proud to reaffirm its role as the airline of choice for connecting fans, professionals and visitors from across the globe to Qatar’s remarkable line-up of international events. With the country once again at the forefront of sport, culture, and innovation, the airline is set to welcome the world to an unparalleled season of experiences.

Lufthansa to fly from Frankfurt with Allegris for the first time in October

Starting this month, travelers from Frankfurt can also enjoy the latest Lufthansa Allegris cabin and look forward to exceptional comfort in all travel classes.

Etihad Guest Offers 5 Million Miles in a Race to Discover Etihad’s Newest Destinations

Etihad has launched a first of its kind competition inviting new and existing Etihad Guest members to win up to five million miles by flying to each of the airline’s 15 new year-round destinations launching in 2025.

Etihad Airways offering luxury travel at exceptional prices

Etihad Airways has launched an exclusive Premium sale, with up to 30% off on Business fares, offering UK and Irish customers the chance to experience luxury travel at exceptional prices across its expanding global network.

The Emirates A350 makes a debut in Amman

The Emirates A350 has touched down at Queen Alia International Airport, marking the start of its regular service on the second daily flight between Dubai and Amman.

Qatar Airways Group Announces Strongest Financial Results in its History

Qatar Airways Group has announced the strongest set of financial results in its history. Profits for the Group, which includes cargo, catering and Qatar Duty Free, reached QAR7.85bn (US$2.15bn) in the 24/25 fiscal year – an increase of more than QAR1.7bn (US$0.5bn) on the year before.

Emirates introduces newly retrofitted A380s to Manchester and Milan

Emirates will be introducing its newest Airbus A380s fitted with its latest cabins, including Premium Economy, to Manchester and Milan.

Ethiopian Airlines Wins Prestigious Titles at Two Award Events in Hamburg, Germany

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and most award-winning airline, is proud to announce that it has won the ‘Outstanding Food Service by a Carrier – Africa’ award at the 2025 PAX Readership Awards and the ‘Cabin Concept of the Year 2025’ award at the Onboard Hospitality Awards, with both events taking place in Hamburg, Germany.

Turkish Airlines Celebrates a New Era in European Aviation

Turkish Airlines proudly marks a historic milestone in Türkiye’s aviation journey as iGA Istanbul Airport becomes the first in Europe to implement Triple Independent Runway Operations, effective as of April 17. This remarkable advancement reinforces the airport’s role as our global hub and solidifies Türkiye’s strategic position at the heart of international air travel.

ETIHAD GROWS FOOTPRINT IN AFRICA AS FLIGHTS TO NAIROBI DOUBLE

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is significantly expanding its African network with new destinations and increased frequencies, reinforcing its commitment to the continent’s growing demand for air connectivity.

Sports sponsorship by the Middle East aviation sector

Breaking Travel News’s aviation correspondent Phil Blizzard, ahead of ATM 2025, looks at the development of sports sponsorship by the Middle East aviation sector - starting with Dubai’s home based Emirates Airline who is the official airline for Arabian Travel Market.