Press Releases

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12/12/2019ADACADDH announces proposed establishment of new low-cost airline In Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company PJSC (“ADDH”) announced today that it has reached an agreement in principle for the establishment of a local airline in Abu Dhabi in partnership with Wizz Air Holdings Plc (“Wizz Air”), Europe’s greenest airline* and the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe. The new airline will be Wizz Air’s first airline established outside of Europe. Read More

04/12/2019ADACAbu Dhabi Airports awards retail spaces at Midfield Terminal to Lulu Group

Abu Dhabi Airports has awarded two retail unit spaces in the upcoming new Midfield Terminal at Abu Dhabi International Airport to the Lulu Group (Lulu), a diverse conglomerate headquartered in Abu Dhabi with a strong retail presence in the UAE, the GCC and globally. Read More

27/11/2019ADACACI Exchange 2019 conference programme draws to a successful close

The conference programme for ACI Exchange 2019, hosted this week in Abu Dhabi by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), has drawn to a close with the two-day agenda dominated by issues relating to sustainability and technology. Read More

25/11/2019ADACACI Airport Exchange 2019 ready for take-off with sustainability dominating the agenda

Aviation industry leaders are gathering in the UAE capital ahead of the opening of the ACI Airport Exchange 2019, which is being hosted by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) and held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) between November 25-27. Read More

24/11/2019ADACAbu Dhabi Airports awards contract for development of lounge at Midfield Terminal

Abu Dhabi Airports has awarded the Midfield Terminal’s lounge construction and management contract to a joint venture between National Aviation Services (NAS) and Airport Dimensions, which combines NAS’ regional operational experience and Airport Dimensions’ expertise in managing passenger’s needs at international airports. Read More

23/11/2019ADACAbu Dhabi Airports Company CEO Bryan Thompson appointed to ACI Board

Abu Dhabi Airports Company’s CEO Bryan Thompson has been appointed to the board of Airports Council International (ACI), the global trade body that represents the world's airport authorities. The prestigious appointment coincides with the UAE capital hosting the ACI Airports Exchange 2019 exhibition from November 25 to 27.

20/11/2019ADACAbu Dhabi Airports welcomes senior delegation from U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Abu Dhabi Airports has hosted a visit by a senior delegation from the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP), led by Clint A. Lamm, CBP Director of the Preclearance Field Office, who visited Abu Dhabi International Airport and toured its U.S. CBP Preclearance facility in Terminal 3. Read More

18/11/2019ADACMuscat passengers to receive gifts as Abu Dhabi Airports Celebrates Oman National Day

Abu Dhabi Airports celebrates Oman National Day at Abu Dhabi International Airport, treating all departing and arriving passengers travelling between the Omani capital, Muscat and Abu Dhabi with complimentary gifts, marking the special day. Read More

17/11/2019ADACAUH VIP Terminal awarded ISO certificate for food safety management

Abu Dhabi International Airport’s (AUH) VIP Terminal, operated by the internationally recognized aviation services provider National Aviation Services (NAS), has received the prestigious International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 22000-2005 certificate, for its food safety management systems. Read More

10/11/2019ADACAbu Dhabi International Airport holds its 3rd Foreign Object Debris pickup walk

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) held its 3rd Foreign Object Debris (FOD) pickup walk, on Monday, 28 October 2019. The activity raised awareness of aviation safety and security standards among airport staff, ensuring the safe ongoing operation at the airport. Read More

02/10/2019ADIAAbu Dhabi International Airport celebrates Chinese National Day

Abu Dhabi Airports yesterday celebrated the national day of the People’s Republic of China at Abu Dhabi International Airport. The celebrations saw passengers arriving at the airport greeted with the waving red of the Chinese flag, celebrating seventy years since the foundation of the country. Read More

22/09/2019ADIAAbu Dhabi Airports Celebrates the National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Abu Dhabi Airports is celebrating the national day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, marking the close ties between the Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates, particularly within the fields of air transport and tourism. Read More

22/09/2019ADIAAbu Dhabi Airports gears up for a strong participation at World Routes 2019

Abu Dhabi Airports is participating in the 25th World Route Development Forum (World Routes 2019), held between September 21 – 24 at the Adelaide Showground in Adelaide, Australia, discussing new route opportunities with the relevant stakeholders and showcasing its upcoming world-class Midfield Terminal. Read More

17/09/2019ADIAAbu Dhabi International Airport begins trials of autonomous wheelchairs

Abu Dhabi Airports has partnered with Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, to launch a trial of autonomous wheelchairs at Abu Dhabi International Airport, in collaboration with the air transport communications and information technology company, SITA, and the personal electric vehicle supplier, WHILL. The autonomous wheelchairs will allow passengers with restricted mobility to navigate easier through Abu Dhabi International Airport. Read More

12/09/2019ADIASalam Air launches Four weekly flights from Abu Dhabi to Muscat

Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the commencement of four weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Muscat in Oman with Salam Air. Read More