flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has signed the Buckingham Palace Declaration to join United for Wildlife’s global taskforces.
Founded by Prince
William and The Royal Foundation, the initiative aims to tackle illegal
wildlife trade and protect endangered species worldwide by disrupting
trafficking routes and strengthening supply chain security.
The signing took place
during the Dubai Airshow 2025 and was signed by Mohamed Hassan, Senior Vice
President of Airport Services & Cargo at flydubai.
As part of the United
for Wildlife Transport Taskforce, flydubai will collaborate with other
airlines, customs authorities and law enforcement agencies across its network
to identify and disrupt trafficking by enhancing cargo and passenger screening
procedures, and exchange intelligence to prevent illegal wildlife products from
entering legitimate transport networks.
Ghaith Al Ghaith,
Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “As an airline connecting more
than 135 destinations, we recognise the critical role the aviation industry
plays in preventing the illegal trafficking of wildlife. By joining United for
Wildlife, flydubai is proud to take a stand in protecting endangered species
and contribute to global conservation efforts.”
flydubai’s
participation supports the UAE’s broader national efforts to combat illegal
wildlife trafficking and promote environmental stewardship.
The airline will work
to raise awareness among its employees and passengers about responsible travel
and trade.
Lord William Hague,
Co-Chair of United for Wildlife said: “We’re delighted to welcome flydubai
to the United for Wildlife Transport Taskforce. By signing the Buckingham
Palace Declaration, they join a global effort to close routes exploited by
traffickers and prevent the illegal wildlife trade. With its extensive network
across Africa, Asia and the Middle East, flydubai's commitment helps to
strengthen the aviation sector’s ability to detect and deter these crimes
through collaboration with law enforcement and conservation partners.”-TradeArabia News Service