Emirates, OpenAI collaborate to accelerate AI adoption, innovation
Fri, 21 Nov 2025
Emirates and OpenAI have entered into a strategic collaboration to advance AI adoption and innovation across the airline. The collaboration will entail enterprise-wide deployment of ChatGPT Enterprise, supported by tailored AI literacy programmes.
Emirates itself to conduct engine MRO on A380s from 2027
Thu, 20 Nov 2025
Emirates and Rolls-Royce signed a memorandum of understanding today at the Dubai Airshow 2025, under which Emirates will perform maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) for the Trent 900 engines powering its A380 fleet from 2027.
Emirates, flydubai reward travellers with better connectivity
Thu, 20 Nov 2025
The Emirates and flydubai partnership exemplifies industry-leading collaboration, seamlessly connecting millions of travellers across an extensive global network while rewarding Emirates Skywards members through the joint loyalty programme.
Emirates orders 8 additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft worth $3.4bn
Wed, 19 Nov 2025
Emirates ordered 8 more Airbus A350-900 aircraft, powered by Rolls-Royce engines, valued at $3.4 billion, at the Dubai Airshow 2025. This will increase its A350-900 fleet to 73, following the delivery of 13 units so far.
Emirates, Air Canada expand strategic partnership
Wed, 19 Nov 2025
Emirates and Air Canada announced a commitment to expand and extend their strategic partnership, building on the success of a three-year-old agreement between two of the world’s leading airlines.
Emirates, ENOC Group sign MoU to explore SAF supply in Dubai
Wed, 19 Nov 2025
Emirates and ENOC Group have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore and develop joint initiatives for the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Emirates at its Dubai hub.
Emirates, Safran to bring manufacturing, seat assembly unit to Dubai
Wed, 19 Nov 2025
Emirates has signed an agreement with Safran Seats, a world-leading aircraft seating manufacturer, to establish a manufacturing and seat assembly facility in Dubai. Set for completion by Q4 2027, the key facility brings 20,000- 25,000 sq m industrial footprint.
Emirates, South African Airways enhance codeshare agreement
Tue, 18 Nov 2025
Emirates and South African Airways are strengthening their partnership with a codeshare agreement, enhancing travel before peak season. Customers can access domestic and regional destinations in Africa with a single ticket and streamlined baggage handling, boosting connectivity for international passengers.
Emirates wins ULTRAs ‘Best Airline in the World’ for 8th year
Tue, 18 Nov 2025
Emirates has been voted ‘Best Airline in the World’ for the 8th consecutive year, at ULTRAs travel awards held in Dubai.
Emirates will enhance 111 aircraft in its retrofit programme
Tue, 18 Nov 2025
Emirates' retrofit program will enhance 111 aircraft, including 60 A380s and 51 Boeing 777s, starting August 2026. Upgrades include new seats, an immersive in-flight entertainment system, and improved Wi-Fi with Starlink, aiming for a superior passenger experience.
Emirates A350 makes its flypast debut at Dubai Airshow
Tue, 18 Nov 2025
Making its first-ever appearance in aerial formation, the Emirates A350 starred in 2025 Dubai Airshow opening flypast. Joined by the Emirates Boeing 777 and the iconic A380, the airline showcased its full fleet in flight for the first time since the A350’s arrival in November 2024.
Emirates signs deal for 130 additional GE Aerospace engines
Mon, 17 Nov 2025
GE Aerospace and Emirates on Monday announced an agreement for 130 GE9X engines to power 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, bringing the airline’s total GE9X engines on order to more than 540. This also includes spare engines and a long-term service agreement.
Emirates will deploy Starlink Wi-Fi fleet-wide
Mon, 17 Nov 2025
Emirates will deploy Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire in-service fleet, beginning with Boeing 777 aircraft in November 2025 and completing the rollout by mid-2027.
Emirates plans 2.3m departures, 2.5m arrivals in December
Sun, 16 Nov 2025
Emirates warns customers of high travel demand in December due to peak tourist season and school closures. The airline anticipates over 2.3 million departures and 2.5 million arrivals in the coming weekends amid many local events.
Emirates announces third daily flight to Nairobi
Fri, 14 Nov 2025
Building on Emirates’ 30th anniversary of operations to Kenya, the world’s largest international airline, has announced a third daily flight to Nairobi, commencing March 1, 2026.
Emirates Group reports $3.3bn in half-year profit
Thu, 06 Nov 2025
The Emirates Group has announced a new record half-year financial performance, posting a profit before tax of AED 12.2 billion ($3.3 billion) for the first six months of 2025-26, making this the fourth consecutive year of record profitability for the half-year reporting period.
Emirates invests $23m in innovative facial recognition tech across DXB
Mon, 03 Nov 2025
Emirates has invested AED 85 million ($23 million) to install more than 200 biometrics-enabled cameras across Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB) – allowing more customers to pass through Check-In, Immigration, Boarding Gates, Lounges and board the aircraft, simply by facial recognition, with a quick and easy registration on Emirates app.
Emirates launches Emirates World store in Riyadh
Mon, 03 Nov 2025
Emirates has inaugurated its latest Emirates World retail store in Riyadh, introducing an immersive experience-led travel retail concept to the Kingdom.
HSBC finances Emirates’ A350 fleet via JOLCO structure
Mon, 03 Nov 2025
HSBC has been mandated to finance six Airbus A350-900 aircraft for Emirates Group and has completed the financing of five through a Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO).
Emirates boosts presence in Egypt with fifth daily flight
Mon, 03 Nov 2025
Emirates is deploying an additional six weekly frequencies on the Dubai-Cairo route from December 1, 2025. Strategically scheduled for maximum connectivity with the airline’s vast global network, the additional frequencies will cater to the increased demand during peak winter season.
Emirates adds another ‘Best International Airline’ award to its portfolio
Wed, 29 Oct 2025
Emirates has won several awards this month, including 'Best International Airline' and 'Best International First Class' from Forbes Travel Guide, along with accolades from the World Travel Awards, The Times and Sunday Times, and the Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.