(NEWS) SAN ANTONIO, TX, United States, 2026-Jun-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Sports partnerships increasingly extend beyond branding and sponsorship rights, with major leagues and corporate partners investing in community projects designed to leave a lasting impact in host cities. Ahead of the NBA Finals, one such initiative has taken shape in San Antonio through… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hamburg Airport is celebrating the tenth anniversary of the Hamburg Airport Cargo Center, which opened on 30 May 2016 and has since become an important centre for air freight handling in the region. Built for more than €50 million to replace the airport’s old cargo terminal from the 1960s, the HACC covers around… Read the full news article
(NEWS) PARIS, France, 2026-Jun-2 — /Travel PR News/ — At Roland-Garros, the sport on court is only part of the story. Around the clay, the tournament also functions as a meeting point for global sport, hospitality, sponsorship and media — a place where tennis intersects with football, rugby, basketball, sailing and other major international disciplines…. Read the full news article
(NEWS) PARIS, France, 2026-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Long before the main draws begin at Roland-Garros, the grounds of the famous Paris tennis complex already carry a different kind of energy. Practice courts fill with rising players, stadium crews prepare for two intense weeks of competition, and young tennis fans crowd the fences hoping for… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has completed the first retrofit of a two-class Airbus A380 aircraft as part of its multi-billion dollar cabin refurbishment programme, converting the aircraft into a three-class layout with Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy cabins. The refurbished A380, registered A6-EUX, has returned to service on the Dubai-Birmingham route and now includes 76… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2026-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Against the vast desert backdrop of Dubai South, where the outlines of tomorrow’s aviation ecosystem are steadily taking shape, the ceremonial turning of sand this week marked something far larger than the beginning of another infrastructure project. It was the latest signal that Dubai’s ambitions to… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has restored 96% of its global network, resuming flights to 137 destinations across 72 countries and operating more than 1,300 weekly services, equivalent to 75% of its pre-disruption capacity. The airline carried 4.7 million passengers during the disruption period, highlighting continued demand for travel. Emirates is enhancing its passenger experience with extensive… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) flydubai has resumed daily direct flights between Dubai and Chattogram from 1 April 2026, strengthening its presence in Bangladesh alongside its existing Dhaka service. Operating from Dubai International Airport Terminal 2 to Shah Amanat International Airport, the route is part of a codeshare partnership with Emirates, offering passengers seamless travel connections and added… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has played a major role in supporting Mauritius’ tourism growth, carrying over one million visitors to the island between 2022 and 2025 and accounting for more than 20% of arrivals during that period. The airline’s global network and partnerships have helped expand Mauritius’ reach into traditional and emerging markets, contributing to record… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has launched a split-payment solution in Kenya in partnership with Cellulant, allowing customers to combine multiple payment methods or stagger payments when booking flights online. Powered by the Tingg payment gateway, the feature enables travellers to stay within mobile money transaction limits while completing higher-value purchases such as international airline tickets. The… Read the full news article
(NEWS) SYDNEY, Australia, 2026-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has extended its long-standing partnership with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra through 2028, continuing a collaboration that links international travel with cultural exchange. As shared in the airline’s latest announcement, the agreement marks 23 years of association, making it Emirates’ longest-running non-sports sponsorship worldwide. The renewed partnership… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates is celebrating Ramadan with enhanced services across its operations, including complimentary iftar boxes at boarding gates and onboard, traditional meals in lounges, dedicated entertainment content and the availability of prayer mats for passengers. Seasonal initiatives also include a new Bukhoor fragrance collection and special support for Umrah travellers. Backed by staff training… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2026-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has confirmed it will continue as naming sponsor of Emirates Team New Zealand, extending a partnership that has become one of the longest-running and most recognisable relationships in international sailing. Based on details outlined in official announcement from the airline and the team, the renewed agreement… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2026-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is expanding its presence in global tennis with the appointment of world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka as its first dedicated tennis ambassador, a move that aligns elite sport, international travel and the airline’s long-running investment in the game. The partnership, outlined in recent official announcements, reflects… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2025-Dec-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is redefining rest at 40,000 feet with a new suite of First Class sleep and wellness enhancements designed to transform long-haul travel into a deeply restorative experience. According to the airlines’ press announcement, from December, the airline will begin rolling out refined loungewear, upgraded bedding, an… Read the full news article
(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2025-Oct-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lufthansa Group is transforming the in-flight dining experience with the launch of its new “Culinary Journey”, an integrated digital platform that personalizes meal selection for passengers across Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian Airlines. Available for all travel classes and flight types, the service allows guests to view… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2025-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai is accelerating its drive toward a cashless future with a landmark collaboration between Emirates, flydubai, and Dubai Finance (DOF), reinforcing the emirate’s ambition to make more than 90% of all transactions digital by 2026. The two airlines have signed separate Memoranda of Understanding with DOF in… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a Silver Jubilee campaign featuring a special silver aircraft livery and 25 days of giveaways for its 37 million members worldwide. Running from 25 September to 20 October, the programme offers a 25 million Miles raffle, bonus Miles… Read the full news article
(NEWS) SEOUL, 2025-Sep-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air has signed a strategic partnership with Boeing to strengthen collaboration in predictive maintenance, marking a significant step in the airline’s Smart MRO strategy. The agreement, formalized at the MRO Asia-Pacific 2025 Conference in Singapore, will combine Korean Air’s operational expertise with Boeing’s engineering and digital services… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has expanded its community impact in Australia with the launch of its Force for Good program, a five-year initiative aimed at supporting disadvantaged children and young people through tennis. In partnership with the Australian Tennis Foundation, the airline is investing $2.25 million to provide opportunities… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates will launch a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick on 8 February 2026, operated by its new Airbus A350-900. The service, EK069/070, departs Dubai at 17:05 and returns from Gatwick at 23:55, serving as the last daily connection on the route in both directions. Equipped with 32 lie-flat Business Class… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates will launch a third daily Dubai–Mauritius flight on 1 December 2025, using a three-class Boeing 777-300ER (EK709/710), raising capacity on the route by more than 30%. The new service complements two existing daily A380 flights (EK701/702 and EK703/704) and is part of a codeshare with Air Mauritius to ensure seamless connectivity from… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates returns as a key partner and sponsor for SailGP’s Portsmouth event on 19–20 July, offering exclusive “fly better” experiences including VIP hospitality, interactive prize booths, Polaroid photo keepsakes, and merchandise. Guests in the Adrenaline Lounge can tour the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team tech base to see F50 catamarans and athletes up… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates highlights Dubai as a premier summer destination, emphasizing its climate‑controlled infrastructure—air‑conditioned streets, cooled pools, and extensive indoor attractions—that ensures visitor comfort regardless of high temperatures. Emirates passengers gain extra perks through My Emirates Pass and can plan complete trips via Dubai Experience. The airline’s inflight offerings include regional cuisine, complimentary drinks, and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates will serve a dedicated strawberry-themed menu on Dubai–UK flights between July 14–31, 2025, blending traditional British desserts like Eton Mess with modern twists such as honey cake with strawberry compote and clotted cream. The menu is available across all cabin classes and features personal chef messages. Key suppliers include Dubai’s Bustanica indoor… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has clinched the top spot in YouGov’s 2025 Most Recommended Global Brands list with an 88.4% Recommend score, making it the only airline in the global top 10. Based on over one million BrandIndex surveys across 28 markets between June 2024 and May 2025, this accolade underscores Emirates’ successful “Fly Better” strategy…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates Airline has signed an MoU with Crypto.com to explore the addition of Crypto.com Pay to its payment systems, targeting a rollout in 2026. The agreement was inked by Emirates’ Adnan Kazim and Crypto.com UAE’s Mohammed Al Hakim, witnessed by Emirates’ leadership including HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. Emirates sees the… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates’ summer 2025 data shows global flight searches up 7%, led by France (+35%), Ireland, Canada and Saudi Arabia. Top destinations reveal a shift toward cultural and off-the-beaten-path experiences: Vietnam (+61%) leads, followed by Mauritius (+41%), Sri Lanka (+32%), Japan (+28%) and France (+25%). Regional nuances include increased UAE searches (+13%), US interest… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has opened its first Travel Store in Seoul’s Jongno-gu district, delivering an immersive retail environment that mirrors the airline’s premium onboard experience. The 132 sqm space, designed with soft beige tones, ambient lighting and the UAE’s Ghaf Tree motif, features a full-scale First Class Private Suite, dedicated travel consultancy counters and smart… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) From 30 June to 13 July, Emirates reprises its role as Official Airline Partner of The Championships, Wimbledon, by offering themed dining, décor and branded giveaways both in-flight and on the grounds. Travelers on Dubai–UK routes can enjoy strawberry-focused desserts, Pimm’s and strawberry mocktails, and specialty menus across all classes—plus exclusive towels and… Read the full news article