Month: June 2026

Riyadh Air, the Kingdom’s new national carrier, today celebrated its first commercial (maiden) flight operated on its brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, which arrived in Riyadh from Boeing only five days earlier on June 5. The daily service, flight RX401, departed from Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH) for London Heathrow (LHR) marking a major milestone

Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has achieved a new global milestone in operational excellence. The airline ranked first among airlines worldwide for on-time performance in both departure and arrival rates in May 2026, according to the latest report by Cirium, the leading global aviation analytics provider. The airline recorded

NordStella, the region’s leading community-driven event and content powerhouse in partnership with Effie Worldwide, introduces Effie Awards Saudi Arabia, set to take place in Riyadh on 11 June 2026 at Narcissus The Royal Hotel. The launch marks the arrival of the Kingdom’s first dedicated platform recognising and celebrating marketing effectiveness, honouring campaigns, brands, agencies, and

Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, continues its fleet expansion through ongoing planned deliveries of 12 new aircraft throughout 2026, reinforcing its long-term transformation strategy focused on growth, operational efficiency, and enhanced global connectivity. The continued fleet expansion strengthens Saudia’s position as a leading global airline by increasing operational capacity,