flynas launches new Abha operations base
flynas announced the establishment of a new operations base at Abha International Airport in cooperation with the leading airports operator, Cluster2 company, and the Aseer Development Authority, adding to its existing operations bases in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah, and becoming the first Saudi airline to operate flights from five different hubs across the Kingdom.
Beginning March 29, flynas will launch the first phase of this expansion, offering direct flights to 11 domestic and international destinations.
The international network from Abha will include six permanent routes to Dubai, Cairo, Istanbul, and Addis Ababa, as well as seasonal service to Kuwait and Trabzon.
Hahnair expands global airline network
Hahnair closed 2025 with record momentum, adding 29 new partner airlines to its network – its largest number of additions since 2019. The Germany-based distribution specialist now works with more than 350 partner carriers worldwide, making it one of the most extensive airline distribution networks globally. New partnerships across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas expanded booking options and connectivity for more than 100,000 travel agencies in over 190 markets.
In 2026, the company plans further investment in strategic alliances, digital tools, agency support and distribution infrastructure, including NDC-based retail solutions, to strengthen global travel retail access.
Etihad and Tunisair sign codeshare deal
Etihad Airways and Tunisair have signed a new codeshare agreement to strengthen air links between North Africa and Abu Dhabi and support growing demand for travel, tourism and business between the two regions. Travellers can now book flights between Abu Dhabi and Tunis under either airline’s code on Etihad-operated services, with a streamlined journey including a single ticket, one check-in and baggage transferred automatically to the final destination.
The partnership covers Etihad’s three weekly flights on the Abu Dhabi–Tunis route, which launched on November 1, 2025.
flydubai enhances payments with Network
Network International and flydubai have announced a collaboration to enhance the passenger payment experience at Dubai International Airport (DXB), delivering faster, more seamless transactions across airport service touchpoints. As part of the relationship, Network has integrated its Push to Pay solution on flydubai’s POS terminals, enabling quick, secure payments by reducing manual entry.
Both companies said the partnership reflects a shared focus on innovation, operational efficiency and customer experience. flydubai will also benefit from Network’s wider payment portfolio to ensure reliability and continued enhancements. The collaboration supports the UAE’s broader push for seamless digital journeys across aviation and travel.
Oman Air connects Muscat to Kigali
Oman Air has announced the launch of direct Muscat–Kigali flights, strengthening connectivity between Oman and East Africa. The route was confirmed during a formal signing ceremony in Muscat hosted by H.E. Saeed Al Mawali, Oman’s Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, attended by senior Rwandan officials.
Scheduled to commence in June 2026 (subject to regulatory approvals), the service aims to support growing ties between Oman and Rwanda by boosting trade, investment, tourism and MICE travel, while reinforcing Kigali’s role as an emerging regional hub.