Cathay Pacific is pleased to announce the launch of direct passenger flights to Riyadh, the capital and financial centre of Saudi Arabia, from 28 October 2024, further enhancing connectivity, trade and cultural exchange between its home hub, Hong Kong, and countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative. Cathay Pacific marked the announcement with a
The survey found that 86% of Saudi residents in 2024 believe that climate change is real, compared to 59% in 2022, indicating a growing acknowledgment of climate change within the population. These findings are part of the second edition of the Barometer of Ecological Transformation, a biennial survey conducted by Veolia in partnership with Elabe
Almarai company sponsored the events organized by the Civil Defence Directorate in Al Quwaiyah Province, Riyadh region, from March 3rd to 4th, 2024, to commemorate World Civil Defence Day under the theme “Protecting you by technology.” Almarai’s continued sponsorship of civil defence activities aligns with the company’s efforts to raise awareness among families and communities about
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, and Virgin Atlantic, have signed a codeshare agreement effective June 2024. The agreement, between the two members of the global SkyTeam alliance, is set to provide a range of benefits to Saudia’s guests and Virgin Atlantic’s passengers, enriching their travel experience and expanding route networks for both
The St. Regis Riyadh is proud to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious ‘Best New Business Hotel’ award by the Business Traveller Middle East 2024 awards. This recognition underscores the hotel’s unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled luxury, exceptional service, and a world-class business environment. The renowned Business Traveller Middle East (BTME) Awards,
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new digitally native airline, took a significant step forward in its future entry into the key Chinese market by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Eastern Airlines, a leading global airline based in Shanghai, at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 3, 2024
7 in 10 residents of Saudi Arabia are “very” or “moderately” likely to purchase a battery-electric vehicle (BEV), a figure that is projected to rise to 85% by 2035, indicating significant growth potential for BEVs in the country over the coming years. In China, the world’s largest automobile market, the “very” or “moderately” likely BEV-purchase