Boost for the aviation industry Germany’s leading aerospace institutions, the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Diehl Aviation, have signed an open-ended agreement to collaborate on developing technologies aimed at modernising civil aviation. The partnership, confirmed on June 6, 2025, will focus on improving aircraft systems, cabin design and onboard supply systems, as
As Arabian Gulf green push accelerates A Chinese company is set to build a $1 billion lithium battery plant in Oman, a move that underscores China’s growing footprint in the Middle East’s clean energy supply chain and Oman’s ambition to become a key regional hub for green technology. The agreement was signed between Oman’s Public […]
With Ax-4 mission to ISS Astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary are set to join the International Space Station (ISS) for the first time in a historic joint mission launching next week, marking each country’s return to human spaceflight after more than four decades. Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), a privately funded flight operated by Axiom […]
Bids to become the world’s first electric carrier Ecojet Airlines, a UK-based airline founded in 2021 as Fresh Airlines Limited, is aiming to transform the aviation industry with its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, Ecojet seeks to become the world’s first all-electric airline, focusing on reducing carbon
Due to terror threats, weak immigration controls US President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation significantly expanding restrictions on immigration from 19 countries, claiming the measures are essential to protect national security and public safety. The move follows an updated security review and marks a return to one of Trump’s most controversial first-term
At Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas A Bitcoin wallet currently located on the lunar surface was formally transferred to the Women In Bitcoin Initiative during the Bitcoin 2025 conference held in Las Vegas last month. The transfer took place during the Unstoppable Women of Web3 and AI VIP Lunch, hosted alongside the Litecoin Summit. The […]
In Save Valley Conservancy Zimbabwe has authorised the killing of 50 elephants in the Save Valley Conservancy to address overpopulation and environmental degradation, according to the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks). The decision follows a government-sanctioned aerial survey conducted earlier this year, which found that the southeast Zimbabwe
As AAM sector develops International air transport IT provider SITA has entered a strategic partnership with Urban-Air Port Ltd (UAP) to jointly develop a fully integrated vertiport solution, designed to support the next generation of electric air travel in cities worldwide. The collaboration comes as air travel in urban centres is on the verge of […]
Reopens First Class Lounge in Munich Lufthansa has introduced a new complimentary messaging service for passengers on all its intercontinental flights, as the global airline intensifies efforts to improve in-flight connectivity and enhance the overall passenger experience. This includes WhatsApp and other popular social messaging platforms. As of June 3, 2025, travellers
Backed by Akio Toyoda Toyota Group has begun a strategic move to privatise Toyota Industries Corporation, in a sweeping set of transactions that signal the group’s broader ambition to transform into a global mobility powerhouse. The multi-billion yen restructuring effort aims to deepen collaboration across the Toyota ecosystem and accelerate the group’s pivot towards
Conference returns to Las Vegas in 2026 The Bitcoin 2025 conference, the world’s largest gathering dedicated to Bitcoin, has officially set a new Guinness World Records title for the most Bitcoin point-of-sale transactions completed within eight hours. Organisers confirmed that 4,187 transactions took place on May 28 during the first day of the conference in […]
All regions register growth The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its April 2025 global passenger demand report, revealing a strong upward trajectory in air travel. The data indicates a significant rebound from previous years, with notable growth across both international and domestic markets. In April 2025, total global passenger demand, measured
Syncs with UAE’s national objectives Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA), a leading maritime training institution within the AD Ports Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ID Quantique (IDQ), a global leader in quantum-safe cybersecurity solutions. The partnership aims to explore the deployment of quantum-safe technologies to secure maritime
At AYS Developments event in Dubai A compelling panel discussion explored the burgeoning Dubai Islands mega-project from a real estate investment perspective during an event held in Dubai on May 31, 2025, by AYS Developers. The half-day event, endorsed by the Dubai Land Department, brought together UAE-based real estate professionals and investors. The primary purpose […]
Priced from AED 139,900-169,900 Gargash GAC Motor has launched three variants of the all-new 2026 editions of the GAC GS8 Traveller (GT) and Hybrid (GX) mid-size SUV models to the UAE market, offering enhanced performance, advanced technology, and improved fuel efficiency. The GAC GS8, a mid-size crossover SUV produced by the GAC Group under the […]
4th GCC market for the Chinese automaker Al Mana Holding, a prominent Qatari conglomerate with a diverse portfolio spanning automotive, retail, real estate, and entertainment, has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Exeed vehicles in the Sultanate of Oman. A strategic partnership in this regard was formalised during an official signing ceremony held at […]
From EV Explorers Kenya has witnessed a groundbreaking moment in sustainable motorsport as EV Explorers has unveiled the country’s first-ever customised zero-emission 4×4 electric vehicle, which will compete in the renowned Rhino Charge on May 31, 2025. This pioneering initiative aims not only to showcase the capabilities of electric vehicles (EVs) in extreme
