Markets

Smartphone market recovered in 2024 after 2 years of decline

Arnold Pinto 12/02/2025 0

Led by Samsung and Apple Global smartphone sales increased 4% year over year in 2024, marking a significant recovery after two years of decline. According to Counterpoint Research’s Market Pulse, the market bounced back after its weakest performance in a decade in 2023, driven by improving

Space

Nokia’s cellular network set for lunar mission

Arnold Pinto 12/02/2025 0

Via Intuitive Machines lunar lander Nokia and Intuitive Machines, Inc. have integrated Nokia’s Lunar Surface Communication System (LSCS) into Intuitive Machines’ IM-2 lander, Athena. The collaboration marks a significant step in deploying the first-ever cellular network on the Moon as part of the upcoming IM-2 mission, which is set to launch later this year. The […]

Space

ICEYE and SATIM enter partnership

Arnold Pinto 11/02/2025 0

For AI-powered SAR imagery analysis products ICEYE, a global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite operations, and SATIM, a world leader in AI-based solutions for Automatic Target Recognition (ATR) on SAR imagery, have signed a partnership agreement to develop joint products. The collaboration will combine ICEYE’s advanced satellite imagery with SATIM’s

Aviation Defence & Security

Airbus to define France’s future maritime patrol aircraft

Arnold Pinto 09/02/2025 0

New study contract signed The French Defence Procurement Agency (Direction Générale de l’Armement) has awarded Airbus Defence and Space, with Thales as a key partner, a new contract to conduct a risk-assessment study for the French military’s future maritime patrol aircraft programme. The 24-month study follows the architecture and feasibility work initiated at the

Logistics

Cathay  Cargo  exchanges  shipment  information  using  IATA’s  ONE  Record  data  protocol

Arnold Pinto 08/02/2025 0

Becomes  first  carrier  to  do  so Cathay  Cargo  has  made  a  significant  stride  in  digitalising  air  cargo  operations  by  becoming  the  first  carrier  to  implement  the  International  Air  Transport  Association’s  (IATA)  ONE 

Business News Tech

Gogo, Satcom Direct, and Airbus in new partnership

Arnold Pinto 08/02/2025 0

For Airbus corporate jets Gogo Business Aviation and Satcom Direct have finalised a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus. The agreement marks the beginning of a partnership to bring advanced, low-latency, high-speed broadband internet to Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) operators. Under the MoU, Gogo’s cutting-edge Air-to-Ground (ATG), FlightDeck Freedom,

Aviation Defence & Security

Bundeswehr drone flies through European upper airspace

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2025 0

For the first time A German Heron TP drone belonging to the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) has successfully flown through upper airspace, marking the first-ever such flight in Europe. The event occurred as part of the ‘Accommodation and Validation of Medium Altitude Long Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems’ (MALE RPAS) project, a key initiative

Defence & Security

First flight of 10 high-threat illegal aliens arrives at Guantanamo Bay

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2025 0

Members of Tren de Aragua The first flight of high-threat illegal aliens from the United States arrived on January 5, 2025, at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, marking a significant shift in the country’s approach to detaining transnational criminals. The 10 individuals onboard are all members of the Tren de Aragua, a notorious criminal organisation […]

Aviation Events

Dubai Airshow set for flight from November 17 to 21

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2025 0

With a refreshed look The 19th Dubai Airshow will take place from November 17 to 21, 2025, at Dubai World Central (DWC). Building on the success of previous editions, the 2025 show promises to be bigger and more innovative. Its rebranded theme, “The Future is Here,” will reflect the cutting-edge technologies and ideas that will […]

Tech

Surge in air passenger traffic boosts airport network performance

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2025 0

In Arabian Gulf region and Turkey The Arabian Gulf region and Turkey are witnessing a remarkable surge in air passenger traffic, with key hubs like Dubai, Doha, and Istanbul experiencing robust growth. As these airports prepare for increased traveller numbers, the demand for reliable and high-performance cellular networks has never been more critical to enhancing […]

Tech Travel

Lufthansa Group introduces Apple AirTag Integration

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2025 0

For enhanced baggage tracking Lufthansa Group airlines, including Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings, have launched a new service to improve passenger baggage tracking. Effective immediately, customers flying with these airlines can now securely and privately share the location of their baggage through the Apple AirTag or Find My network,

Business Space

Thales Alenia Space to develop Emirates Airlock Module

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2025 0

For NASA’s Lunar Gateway Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a contract with the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre to design and develop the Emirates Crew and Science Airlock Module. This critical element will be docked to NASA’s Lunar Gateway cislunar space station and play a […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin delivers first F-16 Block 70 jet to Bulgaria

Arnold Pinto 04/02/2025 0

Enhancing national defence capabilities Lockheed Martin has delivered Bulgaria’s first F-16 Block 70 jet, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to modernise its air force. The aircraft was delivered at a ceremony held at Lockheed Martin’s Greenville, South Carolina facility, with Bulgaria’s Minister of Defence, Atanas

Automotive

Audi unveils new unified nomenclature

Arnold Pinto 04/02/2025 0

For global model identification Audi is set to standardise its vehicle nomenclature, providing customers with a more intuitive and transparent system worldwide. The German automotive giant has announced that in the future, its alphanumeric model names will reflect the size and positioning of each model, regardless of whether the vehicle is electric or powered by […]

GCC Video

Bulgaria’s first F-16 Block 70 jet

Arnold Pinto 03/02/2025 0

Automotive

FPT Industrial engines dominate at Dakar 2025

Arnold Pinto 03/02/2025 0

Securing 9 out of 10 positions FPT Industrial has proven its dominance in the world’s toughest motorsport challenge: the Dakar Rally. The 47th edition in January 2025 in Saudi Arabia saw the company’s engines power Iveco vehicles to phenomenal success. The rally, one of the most gruelling events on the planet, witnessed FPT Industrial-powered trucks […]

Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin to upgrade US Trident II missile system

Arnold Pinto 03/02/2025 0

Contract worth $383 million The US Navy has awarded Lockheed Martin a $383 million contract modification to continue developing the Trident II Strategic Weapons System (SWS) D5 missile. The contract, a cost-plus-incentive-fee and cost-plus-fixed-fee arrangement, will allow Lockheed Martin to advance the next-generation Trident missile, ensuring America’s sea-based

Business

Serco to acquire Northrop Grumman’s MT&S business

Arnold Pinto 03/02/2025 0

Deal is worth $327 million Serco, a UK-based Serco Group subsidiary, has agreed to acquire Northrop Grumman’s Mission Training and Satellite Ground Network Communications Software (MT&S) business for $327 million (£264 million) in cash. The acquisition positions Serco to expand its footprint in the US defence sector, as MT&S offers the US military advanced mission

Watches

Watches and Wonders Geneva returns this April

Arnold Pinto 01/02/2025 0

Spotlight on the must-sees From April 1 to 7, 2025, the prestigious Watches and Wonders Geneva will return to the Swiss city. This year’s event will showcase the finest horology innovations from various renowned brands. With the addition of Bvlgari and six new independent brands, it promises to be an unmissable spectacle for watch enthusiasts and industry […]

Space

Airbus-built SpainSat NG-I satellite launched

Arnold Pinto 01/02/2025 0

For Spanish Armed Forces The first of two advanced Airbus satellites, SpainSat NG-I, has been successfully launched aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, USA. The state-of-the-art satellite, designed to enhance secure communications for the Spanish Armed Forces, will enter service in the latter half of 2025, following its initial testing and commissioning phases.