Business from Tuesday, November 18th, 2025

Dubai has unveiled plans for the world’s largest and most advanced automotive marketplace.

The Dubai-based carrier, flydubai, has made an initial agreement with Airbus for 150 A321neo aircraft, valued at $24 billion, to be delivered from 2031.

Etihad Airways has announced expansion of its widebody fleet with 32 new Airbus aircraft - including a mix of A350-1000s, A350F freighters and A330-900s - with first deliveries beginning in 2027.

Dubai budget carrier flydubai is launching Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet, offering passengers free high-speed internet to browse seamlessly while onboard.

Abu Dhabi has showcased more than 600 projects worth over $55 billion, covering housing, transport, education and agricultural assets, to Turkish investors at Ankara.