Saudi Arabia: Saudia’s Role in a Rising Business Hub
As Saudi Arabia continues its rise as a global business hub, we take a look at national flag carrier Saudia's role in supporting business travel.
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Air France Expands Saudi Arabia Presence with Paris-Riyadh Flights
Air France has this week announced plans to expand their presence in Saudi Arabia with new Paris-Riyadh flights to launch in the Summer of 2025. It is understood these new flights have been supported via the Air Connectivity Program in
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Saudia Group Announces Order of 10 Airbus A330neo Aircraft For flyadeal
Saudia Group has placed a new order with Airbus for 10 A330neo aircraft for its low cost carrier, making flyadeal's first move to widebody jets.
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New Saudi Airline Riyadh Air Secures Air Operator Certificate
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s ambitious new national carrier moves a step closer to its Q3 2025 launch; securing its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) on 7 April.
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Saudia Flight SV818 Declares Emergency on Approach to Jakarta
Saudia flight SV818, a Boeing 777-300ER arriving from Jeddah, declared an emergency during the approach to Jakarta on 26 February.
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Saudia to Add Over 10 New Destinations in 2025
Following a record year with a 16% surge in international passengers in 2024, Saudia now plans to add over 10 new destinations to its growing network in 2025.
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Saudia Sees Record International Growth in 2024
Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, saw an exceptional year of growth in its international operations in 2024 with a 16% rise in international traffic.
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Qatar Airways Resumes Flights to Abha, Marking 11th Saudi Destination
Qatar Airways has resumed flights to Abha International Airport (AHB) in Saudi Arabia, marking its 11th destination served in the Kingdom.
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Saudia and flyadeal Rank Top Globally for On-Time Performance
According to Cirium's November report, the Saudia Group airlines Saudia and flyadeal have ranked top in global On-Time Performance (OTP).
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SAUDIA Flight SV216 Amsterdam-Jeddah Declares Emergency
In the last few hours, SAUDIA flight SV216 from Amsterdam to Jeddah declared an emergency, forcing a diversion to Rome Fiumicino Airport, Italy. Information is limited on this incident, but below is what we know on the incident so far.