Airlink & Azorra finalize lease of 10 new Embraers

São José dos Campos (BRAZIL): Airlink and Azorra have finalized a lease agreement that will see the Johannesburg-headquartered airline acquire 10 new Embraer E195-E2 twin-engine passenger aircraft, with the first delivery scheduled for later this year. This follows the previously announced selection of the E195-E2s by Airlink, South Africa’s leading full-service airline. Azorra, the Fort […]

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Malaysia to Host the 21st MIHAS – A Global Halal Gateway for French Buyers

PARIS: Malaysia is set to welcome global industry leaders to the 21st edition of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2025), from 17th to 20th September 2025 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur. Organized by Malaysia’s trade promotion agency, the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), MIHAS is the […]

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Porter pilots train with new Embraer simulator

MONTREAL: Porter and Embraer CAE Training Services (ECTS) announced the expansion of the airline’s pilot training operations with the deployment of a state-of-the-art Embraer E195-E2 full-flight simulator (FFS) at CAE’s Montreal training centre. Training began in May 2025 supported by ECTS, a joint venture between Embraer and CAE. The latest generation 7000XR Series FFS, equipped […]

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Sons of the soil of Mianwali

By: Syed Aqeel Hussain Shah Naqvi (Nauranga) NAURANGA (MIANWALI): This is an introduction to the 4 gems of Mianwala who contributed enormously to ameliorate the standard of live of their fellow citizens. Syed Tasawwur Hussain Shah (late) is my real maternal uncle. He was born in Village Nauranga Tehsil and District Mianwali. He graduated from […]

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Awan Traders – Powering Pakistan’s Industrial Backbone with Trusted Energy Solutions

When it comes to ensuring a steady and reliable energy supply — the backbone of Pakistan’s industrial landscape — Awan Traders stands at the forefront. As the nation’s largest and most trusted coal supplier, Awan Traders has redefined the coal import and distribution system through advanced technology, transparent business practices, and uncompromised service standards. Its […]

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SAS places order for 55 Embraer aircraft

COPENHAGEN: Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has entered into an agreement to acquire 45 Embraer (NYSE: ERJ; B3: EMBR3) E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft — the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996. This milestone agreement supports SAS’ long-term fleet renewal strategy, which is focused on increasing efficiency, reducing […]

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EC Launches EUDIS Business Accelerator

BRUSSELS:  European Commission officially launched the EUDIS Business Accelerator and Matchmaking (BAMM) programme under the EU Defence Innovation Scheme (EUDIS), a flagship initiative of the European Defence Fund (EDF) to support new defence companies. This was made during the programme kick-off meeting attended by François Arbault, Director for Defence Industry at the European Commission and […]

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