A possible merger between the Kingdom’s two airlines, combined with increasing hotel occupancy rates and a rise in traffic at the Bahrain International Airport, are proving promising for the aviation industry’s expansion.
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Economic update | Bahrain: Flight path
3 Sep 2012
Economic update | Dubai: Commitment to growth
29 Aug 2012
The aviation industry appears set to face increasing challenges over the next six months as airlines face lower than expected profits as a result of high fuel costs. However, with Dubai continuing to expand its airport capacity, the emirate is looking to position itself to take advantage of growth markets in South-east Asia.
Articles & Analysis | Taking to the skies: Plans in place to make the aviation segment more competitive from The Report: Ras Al Khaimah 2012
With passenger traffic on the rise and new routes earmarked for its flag carrier, Ras Al Khaimah is strengthening its foothold in the regional aviation market despite facing tough competition from airlines in the other emirates. The carrier, RAK Airways, has faced a challenging few years, having first been grounded at the height of the global...
Articles & Analysis | Paving the way: Expanded road routes will help meet the needs of a growing population from The Report: Ras Al Khaimah 2012
As cars are the primary mode of transportation in Ras Al Khaimah, the emirate’s growing population means an increasing number of vehicles are taking to local roads, affecting traffic patterns and creating jams. Both the local and federal governments have recognised the importance of upgrading road infrastructure, and a number of projects are in the...
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Colin Crookshank, Group General Manager, RAK Ports from The Report: Ras Al Khaimah 2012
What new projects are being undertaken to further boost intra-regional and international trade?
Articles & Analysis | Accommodating expansion: Increasing capacity across road, rail, air and sea from The Report: Ras Al Khaimah 2012
Several factors, including an expanding population, a growing industrial base and the increasing number of tourists visiting the emirate are driving Ras Al Khaimah’s transport industry forward. RAK’s population jumped from 258,000 in 2008 to 279,000 in 2010, according to the most recent figures from the RAK Department of Economic Development (RAK...