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Emirates and FlyDubai suspend Iran services as protests escalate
Emirates and FlyDubai halted most services to Iran over the weekend (11-12 January) after nationwide protests forced airports to cancel 46 flights. The suspension disrupts a key corridor for UAE-based businesses and could last a week, pushing travellers onto longer Doha or Muscat routings and raising costs for mobility programmes.
Dubai Future Foundation opens ‘Verified Contributors’ visa track for global experts
Dubai Future Foundation launched the ‘Verified Contributors Programme’ on 12 January, allowing foreign experts to work on short-term strategic projects and obtain streamlined UAE residence visas. The move gives employers a rapid, compliant pathway to bring specialist talent into Dubai without lengthy quota procedures.
Etihad Airways posts record 22.4 million passengers, signals more capacity for 2026 assignments
Etihad carried a record 22.4 million passengers in 2025, expanding its fleet to 127 aircraft and boosting network reach to 110 cities. The extra capacity and continued stopover incentives give UAE-bound assignees more flight options and could ease peak-season seat shortages.
Etihad launches global sale with 26 % fare cuts for travel through September 2026
Etihad cut Economy fares by up to 26 % in a flash sale running until 15 January, covering travel until end-September 2026. Companies can secure lower relocation and project-travel costs but must weigh the stricter change rules on discounted tickets.