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Helsinki, 17th Oct 2025: Aviator Airport Alliance (Aviator), the independent provider of airport ground handling in the Nordics, has renewed its partnership agreement with Finnair. The agreement, which will see Aviator’s subsidiary Aviator Airport Services Finland provide de-icing and winter operations at Helsinki Airport (HEL), covers the upcoming 2025-2028 seasons. Aviator is part of Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider. Under the agreement, Aviator Airport Services Finland team will continue providing Finnair, Finland’s flag carrier, with high-quality de-icing services. The company will use 9de-icing units, which will be operating at two designated pads at Helsinki Airport. The renewed agreement also covers a range of winter-specific services, including aircraft heating, and engine covering. Jonne Lehtioksa, Head of Commercial at Aviator Airport Services Finland, said: “We are grateful for Finnair’s continued trust in our expertise and commitment. Safety, efficiency, and reliability remain at the core of everything we do, and this renewed agreement further strengthens the long-standing partnership between us.” “We are very proud of the Finnish ‘snow-how’. We are one of Europe’s most punctual airlines despite the challenging weather conditions our home hub, Helsinki, faces, especially in wintertime. Reliable winter operations and strong partnerships play a key role in maintaining that position, and our continuing partnership with Aviator is one of the cornerstones of our safe and reliable winter operations at Helsinki Airport”, says Jukka Glader, Finnair’s Vice President of Ground operations.

Gurugram, 08 October 2025: Air India has announced a new interline partnership with Taiwan-based STARLUX Airlines, further enhancing travel options for customers across Asia. The interline agreement between the two carriers enables single-ticket itineraries that combine Air India and STARLUX flights, offering smoother journeys, coordinated baggage handling, and simplified travel for customers of both airlines. Through this partnership, Air India customers will be able to access Taipei via Air India’s Southeast Asia gateways namely, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur. Conversely, STARLUX customers will enjoy seamless connections to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Bengaluru via shared gateways in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur. Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India, said: “We are excited to partner with luxury full-service carrier, STARLUX Airlines, to enhance travel options across for our customers to Taiwan. This interline agreement aligns perfectly with Air India’s commitment to delivering premium experiences for our guests, while inviting STARLUX Airlines customers to experience India’s diverse cities in full-service comfort through our robust network.” Taiwan based STARLUX Airlines is a boutique international airline serving over 30 routes from Taiwan to the U.S., Japan, Macau, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore.

Navi Mumbai, 30th Sept 2025: Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has been granted its Aerodrome Licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The licence, awarded after meeting stringent safety and regulatory requirements, is an essential prerequisite for commencing operations. With issuance of Aerodrome Licence, NMIA’s progress towards becoming fully operational. It will also inch closer to its vision of enhancing regional and international connectivity and establishing a modern gateway that will link Navi Mumbai with the rest of the world.

Delhi,21st May 2025: IndiGo has announced its expansion into Europe with its first-ever non-stop flight from Mumbai to Amsterdam, set to launch on 02 July 2025.Upgrading its in-flight dining experience, IndiGo also announced that complimentary hot meals and beverages will be served to all customers on this route. The thrice weekly service, operated with IndiGo’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, marks the airline’s strategic foray into long-haul operations to meet the growing demand for air travel between India and Europe, facilitated by Indian operators. Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo, said, “I am thrilled to announce IndiGo’s long-haul debut to Amsterdam. We are stretching our wings further to enhance accessibility and convenience to customers traveling to Europe for leisure, business, and education, as well as unlocking IndiGo’s unparalleled domestic network, showcasing ‘India by IndiGo’ to foreign travellers. Celebrating India and its unique cuisine, we’re very proud to announce specially curated complimentary hot meals and beverages, by iconic home-grown Indian brands, will be served to all our customers on this route. This will a major milestone in our international growth journey as we move towards our vision to become a global aviation leader, propelling India’s ambition of transforming into a global aviation hub. The Netherlands and India share a strong and thriving bilateral relationship, and this new non-stop, thriceweekly service between Mumbai and Amsterdam will only deepen the growing ties between the two nations. We are closely working with Schiphol Airport to provide customers with our quintessential seamless and hassle-free travel experience. With this route, we continue to bridge economies, cultures, and communities, while tapping into new exciting markets rich in history and potential. With every new global connection, IndiGo is taking India to the world and bringing the world to India.” The airline has made consecutive announcements of its debut long-haul routes from Mumbai, with Amsterdam and Manchester being added to its growing international network.This is the start of a truly exciting new chapter in IndiGo’s growth journey with Amsterdam and Manchester being the initial long-haul destinations. With the introduction of more 787-9 from Norse,and the arrival of IndiGo’s A321XLRs starting this year and A350 from 2027 will usher a new era enabling the airline to offer long-haul flights with IndiGo’s unique value proposition. Aircraft configuration IndiGo recently signed agreements with Norse Atlantic Airways,to damp lease six Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The first Norse-operated flight for IndiGo took off in March 2025 on the Mumbai-Bangkok route. With the three additional aircraft IndiGo is planning to lay a strong foundation for intercontinental growth, while the airline awaits the delivery of its A321XLR from this year and A350-900 aircraft from 2027 onwards. The wide-body aircraft boasts a spacious double-aisle design, featuring 56 IndiGoStretch seats in a comfortable 2x3x2 configuration, with an impressive 43-inch seat pitch. The economy class offers 282 seats in a 3x3x3 configuration, providing a generous 31-inch seat pitch for a relaxed travel experience.

Amman, Jordan 10th January 2025: Royal Jordanian Airlines has announce the launch of new non-stop routes connecting Amman with Mumbai and New Delhi. The Mumbai route will operate with four weekly flights starting on April 17, 2025, and the New Delhi route will commence with four weekly flights starting on September 17, 2025. These new routes align with Royal Jordanian’s growth and expansion strategy, focusing on positioning Jordan as a premier tourism destination for the Indian market and enhancing connectivity to over 45 global destinations. In line with the “Explore Jordan” program, the launch of these routes highlights Royal Jordanian’s commitment to showcasing Jordan as a unique tourist destination for Indian travelers. Jordan offers a rich array of experiences, blending ancient wonders like Petra and the Dead Sea with the modern vibrancy of Amman, creating an authentic and contemporary Arabian journey just five-hours away. Through these routes, Royal Jordanian aims to introduce Indian travelers to Jordan’s charm and diversity while positioning itself as a boutique airline that delivers exceptional service, connects cultures, and brings this remarkable destination closer than ever. Amman, the hub of Royal Jordanian Airlines, will serve as a gateway for Indian travelers to Europe,North America, and the Middle East, providing seamless connections to a wide range of destinations. As part of its expansion plan, Royal Jordanian will introduce 19 brand-new A320neo and Boeing 787 aircraft in 2025/26. The new routes to Mumbai and New Delhi will be served by the A320neos, featuring dual- class configurations (Economy and Business), advanced in-flight entertainment, and WiFi services to enhance the passenger experience. These state-of-the-art aircraft ensure travelers enjoy exceptional comfort, efficiency, and a seamless journey. Flights from Mumbai and New Delhi will launch with competitive fares, starting at INR 19,999 for one- way tickets and INR 33,333 for return tickets. With a flight time of just five hours, Royal Jordanian is excited to introduce Indian travelers to Jordan’s rich cultural heritage, modern Arabian charm, and unique offerings as an attractive tourism destination. Karim Makhlouf, Chief Commercial Officer at Royal Jordanian Airlines, commented:”The launch of our new routes to Mumbai and New Delhi marks a significant milestone in our strategy to promote Jordan as a tourism destination for the Indian market. Through these routes, we aim to showcase the unique experiences Jordan offers while positioning Royal Jordanian as a boutique airline that promotes Jordan as a boutique destination. The new direct connection between Jordan and India will also increase the bilateral trade and economic link between both countries.”

DUBAI,11 December 2024: The tenth edition of the MEBAA Show 2024 continued into its second day, welcoming further discussions among business aviation leaders and innovators and more examples of industry collaboration. Reaffirming the show’s reputation as a key platform for impactful deals and announcements, day two featured further milestones poised to shape the future of business aviation. During a press conference, the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced the launch of its transformative Golden Package for Registering and Operating Private and Business Aircraft. Aligning with the UAE’s Vision 2031 to drive economic diversification, the new package introduces innovative measures aimed at streamlining processes, enhancing flexibility, and reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global hub for aviation excellence. The GCAA also issued the first Approved Maintenance Organization Certificate to Falcon Technic as part of its Flexibility Initiative, aimed at supporting business aviation in the UAE. Other announcements included a MOU agreement signed between SKYNA and KAMS Global to agree on future cooperation in aircraft leasing and purchase inside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally, while Comlux’s new state-of-the-art service centre at DWC became operational, with its grand public unveiling during the show. RoyalJet and Airbus Corporate Jets also signed a MOU that signified RoyalJet’s commitment to purchase three ACJ320neos and an additional purchase right of six of the same aircraft. Shafiul Syed, CEO of RoyalJet, commented: “The MEBAA Show has always been an important part of the RoyalJet calendar to showcase our brand of timeless service excellence to the market. This makes it truly significant for us to announce at the show our MoU with Airbus Corporate Jets, involving our commitment to purchase three new ACJ320neos. Such an achievement has been the result of all the hard work put in by all the people involved in making this happen. My thanks to all.” The BizAv Talks conference continued with insightful sessions focused on the daily theme, ‘Driving a Sustainable Future for Business Aviation’. The first session of the day saw Rolland Vincent, Creator/Director of JETNET iQ, launch the industry report ‘Future casting BizAv: Key trends and forecasts’. During the presentation, he commented: “The UAE ranks among the top 20 markets globally for business aircraft. While many countries are experiencing low growth, this region stands out with business aircraft activity being three times the GDP amount. The Middle East fleet is predominantly composed of large, ultra long-range jets.” He continued: “Global business jet departures have increased by 30 points compared to 2019. We are witnessing a strong recovery from the pandemic, with 5.1 million global business jet and turboprop flights year-to-date. Business aviation accounts for 13% of these departures. Al Maktoum Airport is the leading departure point for business jets in the region. If you purchased a plane recently, its value has likely appreciated. Currently, there is a backlog for purchasing new airplanes. Positive feedback and increased demand, especially following the US election, have driven demand up by 25 points.” Vincent then moderated a panel to unpack the key trends with global industry representatives, including Kurt H. Edwards, Director General of IBAC; Douglas Carr, Senior Vice President, Safety, Security, Sustainability & International Operations of NBAA; Robert Baltus, Chief Operations Officer of EBAA; and Jenny Lau, Vice Chair, Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) & Founder and Vice Chair of Sino Jet. With sustainability and innovation as key themes, the session titled “What has changed in the evolving BizAv landscape?” saw David Van Den Langenbergh, Chief Industry Affairs Officer of Luxaviation Group, and Youssef Mouallem, Executive Vice President-International of Vista, discuss how market demands, alternative fuels, and emerging business models are shaping the future of fleet strategies and operations in business aviation. Van Den Langenbergh commented: “We are experiencing a remarkable period, and Dubai stands as a safe haven in these challenging times. The significance of hospitality and business aviation in the UAE is well understood. To drive sustainability, we need high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) to invest in cutting-edge technologies like Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)”. He continued, “The challenge with SAF is the significant cost. There is a demand from certain customers and on every flight we offer to use SAF. We are consistent and are investing in SAF on the production side.” The MEBAA Show will conclude with the final day tomorrow (12 December), with more BizAv Talks sessions set to offer strategic insights focused on the daily theme of ‘The Business of Business Aviation’. Partners for this year’s event include 4Air, Air BP, AIX Investment Group, DarGlobal, DC Aviation, JETEX, Lufthansa Technik, MD Onboard, Saudia Private Aviation.