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Paul Hickox, ARINC's senior regional director for the Middle East and Africa, tells Aviation Business about establishing the software and IT technology developer in this region.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) University has recently revealed a course devoted exclusively to the region's booming transport sector. Dr George Ebbs, CEO, DAE explains how it will benefit the air cargo sector.
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Taking on the 'biggest job' in aviation is no easy task. But Paul Griffiths has adapted to his role as Dubai Airports' CEO following a brief confidence lull.
Growth of Dubai's precious stones market has created a need for efficient transportation.
The development of technology systems for the logistics industry has created a exciting market.
Peter Mitchell, Etihad Airways' VP for training and standards, explains how in-house flight simulators are benefiting the airline's operation.
With the impending arrival of the Boeing 787 and Airbus A380 likely to establish large bodied freighters as the industry norm, Ron Anderson, CEO of Intrepid Aviation, explains why now is the time for Middle East companies to lease medium wide bodied aircrafts.
As the latest all cargo carrier to enter the Middle East market, all industry eyes are fixed firmly on the actions of MIDEX Airlines. Jassim Al Bastaki, director of MIDEX Airlines, exclusively reveals the newcomer's ambitious plans.
To support the growth of its operations in the Middle East, fashion retailer Giordano has implemented a centralised logistics strategy, which will be operated through its forthcoming warehouse in Dubai Investment Park.
Taking a hard line with staff has paid dividends for Qatar Airways' CEO Akbar Al Baker. After overseeing the company's rise from second rate carrier to leading airline, he is now determined to expand further.
Following James Hogan's recent departure from Gulf Air, the carrier has appointed Ahmed Al Hammadi as acting president and chief executive officer.
Aviation Business meets Paul Starrs, an ambitious man steering British Airways towards regional growth in the Middle East and Pakistan.