Delivery is set for 2027 Saudi Arabia has signed an order with Airbus Defence and Space for four additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, adding to the six it already deploys and marking a significant advancement in its aerial refuelling and transport capabilities.
Outpacing industrial robots by large In robotics, a seismic shift is underway as service robots surge ahead of their industrial counterparts, driven by advancements in AI and machine learning. This evolution has propelled the global service robot market into unprecedented growth, dwarfing industrial robots. According to a new report by Altindex.com, the global service
Thruster successfully passes hot-fire test LEAP 71, an AI engineering startup based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), has achieved an unprecedented record in aerospace technology with the successful hot-fire test of its advanced 3D-printed liquid-fuel rocket engine entirely designed by AI and developed in the UAE. The company’s proprietary Noyron computational model
European space independence nears reality In a landmark event for European space exploration, the eagerly anticipated Ariane 6 rocket is poised to make its inaugural flight on July 9, 2024, from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana. The four-hour launch window opens at 2pm ET. The launch marks a pivotal moment for Europe. It promises enhanced […]
Mission aims to drive circularity solutions The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has partnered with the Aviation Sustainability Forum (ASF) to introduce a standardised Cabin Waste Composition Audit (CWCA) programme aimed at enhancing circularity within the aviation sector. The initiative marks a significant step towards managing and reducing cabin waste
Serving 10 European countries VFS Global has opened a Joint Schengen Visa Application Centre in Manila, Philippines, to serve Philippine passport holders and foreigners based in the Asian nation who wish to apply for visas to 10 specific European countries in the Schengen Area. The Manila centre only processes visa applications for Austria, Belgium, Croatia, […]
Compact city is walkable year-round Yerevan, Armenia’s capital, enthrals visitors with its distinctive mix of ancient history and modern energy. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Ararat, this city of pink tufa stone is a living testament to the grandeur of the past and the vibrancy of the present. Its streets, each with a […]
MoU signed in Dubai The Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) – home of the UAE space programme – has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Society of Engineers – UAE to foster collaboration between the two entities. The MoU marks a pivotal step towards facilitating a robust exchange of knowledge and […]
EVs ramp up the demand Geely Holding (Zhejiang Geely Holding Group) has registered robust global sales figures for May 2024, underscoring a significant uptick in demand across its diverse automotive portfolio. Aggregate sales for the month soared to 256,556 vehicles, marking a notable 22.2% year-on-year (YoY) increase. Of particular note was the surge in sales […]
DP World to operate the mega project DP World, a global leader in end-to-end supply chain logistics, will establish and operate the new Dubai Car Market. It is set to be the world’s largest and most advanced car trade facility, offering various commercial services, logistical support, and financial solutions tailored to the international automotive sector. […]
Hybrids to surpass EVs and ICE vehicles In a significant shift for the global automotive industry, electric vehicle (EV) sales are projected to hit the 10-million mark in 2024. This highlights a decisive turn away from Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles. The milestone comes amid projections that ICE vehicles’ market share will dip below 50% […]
With the 2030 target in mind The European Commission has released its second comprehensive report on the State of the Digital Decade, assessing the progress towards achieving the ambitious digital objectives set for 2030 under the Digital Decade Policy Programme (DDPP). This year’s report includes a detailed analysis of the national Digital Decade strategic roadmaps
Urgent action needed by nations The global production of plastic waste has surged at an alarming rate in just two decades, nearly doubling from 180 million tonnes to almost 400 million tonnes annually, as revealed by the OECD’s Global Plastics Outlook report as the world commemorates a Plastic Free July 2024. The ominous projection that […]
Devices withstand drops, pressure, and water OPPO has launched its Reno12 Series of premium smartphones and TWS Enco X3i true wireless noise-cancelling earbuds for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) market. The launch event was held on July 2, 2024, at the Opportunity Pavilion in Expo City, Dubai. Presentations at the launch event by Darren Chen, […]
Central banks play a key role In the tumultuous landscape of global finance, gold has performed remarkably well in 2024, rising by 12% year-to-date and outperforming other major asset classes. According to the newly released Gold Mid-Year Outlook 2024 report issued by the London, UK-headquartered World Gold Council (WGC), the precious metal has surged, defying […]
Africa emerged as the strongest performer The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported robust growth in global air cargo demand for May 2024, marking the sixth consecutive month of double-digit year-on-year expansion. According to the latest data released by IATA, demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs), surged by 14.7% compared to May 2023,
Probe crashed into the planet in 2017 NASA’s Cassini-Huygens spacecraft delivered this breathtaking natural colour image of Saturn and its intricate rings en route to its orbital destination. Before insertion into the planet’s orbit, this last snapshot taken on March 27, 2004, reveals a palette of hues across Saturn’s southern hemisphere, subtle colour variations within