Etihad Airways partners with UAE Wrestling Federation
Sun, 20 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the UAE Wrestling Federation to become its Official Airline and Strategic Partner, supporting athletes, sport and communities across the Emirates.
Abu Dhabi Stopover programme expands to Al Ain as visitor numbers grow
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways are expanding the Abu Dhabi Stopover programme to Al Ain as international visitor numbers continue to grow.
Etihad Airways to launch new global lounge concept at London Heathrow
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways is set to unveil a new generation of its global lounge experience, beginning with a transformed lounge at London Heathrow in summer 2027 as part of a wider expansion of its premium ground offering.
Etihad Airways, Swissport ink deal to increase service airports from 30 to 40
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways and Swissport signed a Memorandum of Understanding at Arabian Travel Market to expand their partnership. Swissport will increase Etihad’s served airports from 30 to 40, adding 10 locations worldwide. The MoU covers ground handling and cargo services, with potential hospitality expansion through Aspire lounges.
Etihad Airways, Etihad Rail tie up for air-rail integration
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways and Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s National Rail Network, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to create a seamless air-rail travel experience across the UAE.
Etihad unveils ‘Beyond Borders’ experience with new A330 cabin at ATM 2026
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways has unveiled its new Beyond Borders product and experience at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, introducing a new design and service concept that will progressively shape the airline’s cabins, lounges and wider guest journey.
Etihad introduces wellbeing programme across flights, lounges
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national carrier, has launched Etihad Wellbeing, a programme bringing together new products and services designed to help passengers travel more comfortably and arrive feeling rested and refreshed.
Etihad to launch year-round Abu Dhabi–Red Sea flights in October
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways will launch year-round flights from Abu Dhabi to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Airport on October 4, 2026, adding a new leisure destination to its network. The route, initially operating once weekly before increasing to twice weekly from October 25.
Etihad Airways, Khalifa University strengthen aviation skills for Emirati students
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have completed their latest joint internship programme, supporting the development of Emirati talent and advancing the UAE’s aviation ambitions.
Etihad Airways, ROX sign MoU to explore travel, mobility collaboration
Sun, 06 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways and AI technology company ROX have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore collaboration across travel, mobility and technology. The partnership will initially focus on ROX’s Africa Grand Tour S2, featuring the ROX ADAMAS on a journey across Africa.
Etihad Airways to operate Gothenburg route year-round following strong demand
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Etihad Airways will operate its new Abu Dhabi–Gothenburg service year-round following strong early demand, extending the route beyond its planned winter schedule. Travellers from western Sweden are booking connections to Abu Dhabi, the Gulf, Asia and the Indian subcontinent.
Etihad launches ‘Beyond Borders’ campaign as global expansion continues
Mon, 31 Aug 2026
Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national carrier, has launched a new global brand campaign, “Beyond Borders,” highlighting the ambition, courage and human potential driving the airline’s growth.
Abu Dhabi turns summer holiday homecoming into cultural experience
Thu, 27 Aug 2026
Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi Airports and the Culture Sector of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have launched the Welcome Back to Abu Dhabi campaign at Zayed International Airport (AUH), aimed at families returning from summer holidays ahead of the new school year.
Etihad to connect Abu Dhabi, Gothenburg from December
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Etihad Airways has announced a new seasonal service linking Abu Dhabi and Gothenburg, Sweden, beginning December 17, 2026. The route will operate four times weekly through March 21, 2027, providing Gothenburg with its first direct air connection to Asia.
Etihad Airways celebrates inaugural flight to Tashkent
Mon, 10 Aug 2026
UAE national carrier Etihad Airways has announced the official launch of its inaugural flight to Tashkent, thus creating a new connection between Abu Dhabi and one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets - Uzbekistan.
Etihad Airways, Africa World Airlines sign strategic partnership
Sun, 26 Jul 2026
Etihad Airways and Ghana-based Africa World Airlines have signed a strategic partnership to expand passenger, cargo and loyalty cooperation, linking Etihad's global network with West Africa ahead of the launch of direct Abu Dhabi–Accra flights in March 2027.
Etihad, Abra Group sign deal to boost Latin America links
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
Etihad Airways and Abra Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen air connectivity between Latin America, the Middle East and Asia through closer cooperation between Etihad and Abra's airlines, including Avianca, GOL and Wamos Air.
Etihad expands its African Network with new Fastjet Zimbabwe deal
Tue, 07 Jul 2026
UAE national airline Etihad Airways has announced that it has signed a new code-share agreement with leading African airline Fastjet Zimbabwe. Under this, Etihad passengers can book onward travel across Harare, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, as well as to Johannesburg, South Africa, on a single ticket.
Etihad offers international summer programme for airport trainees
Fri, 03 Jul 2026
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is introducing an international summer deployment programme for its highest-performing Emirati airport trainees for the first time.
Etihad Airways marks 20 years of flying to France
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
Etihad Airways is marking 20 years of flying to France, two decades after it launched its first service to the country, between Abu Dhabi and Paris, in June 2006.
Etihad expands Brussels, Dhaka, Kraków, Palma, Zanzibar services
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Etihad Airways is increasing capacity across its network in response to strong demand, increasing frequencies to Brussels and Kraków, making Abu Dhabi–Dhaka a year-round route, and extending seasonal services to Zanzibar and Palma de Mallorca.