AVIATION-

Ryanair approved for Morocco domestic flights: Ireland-based budget carrier Ryanair will kick off domestic flights in Morocco next summer, after receiving the greenlight from Morocco’s government, according to a statement by Morocco’s Tourism Minister, Fatima Zahra Ammor. The airline will launch 11 domestic routes, linking the Moroccan cities of Agadir, Errachidia, Essaouira, Fez, Marrakesh, Ouarzazate, Oujda, Tangier, and Tetuan.

Ryanair looks to double annual air traffic in Morocco: Ryanair is set to expand its operations in Morocco, aiming to more than double annual traffic from 4.5 mn passengers to 10 mn passengers by 2027, MAP reports. The airline plans to add 24 new international routes, connecting Morocco to markets in Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Sweden, and UK.

ICYMI: We first got wind of Ryanair’s plans to boost its operation in Morocco late last month. The move comes as demand in Morocco’s aviation market is expected to surge leading up to the 2030 World Cup which the country is looking to host in a joint bid with Spain and Portugal.

EBS to build two hangars at Abu Dhabi Airport: Steel structure manufacturer Emirates Building Systems (EBS)has been awarded an AED 34 mn contract to build two aircraft hangars at Abu Dhabi Airport, Construction Business News reports. EBS will be responsible for engineering, fabrication, supply, construction, and the application of fire-rated paint, with the fast-tracked project slated for completion in early 2024, the outlet writes.

LAST MILE-

Shiplifier kicks off 45-minute delivery product in Dubai: UAE-based shipping solutions provider Shiplifier has launched ShiplifierX, a new feature that offers shipment and delivery services within a 45 minute time-frame at a standardized rate, according to a press release. The platform is geared towards e-commerce business and individual end-users and provides express delivery within a 20 km radius for parcels under a seven kilogram weight limit, the statement said.

Ride-sharing app Careem has launched Dubai’s first electric motorbike delivery fleet,according to a statement. The initiative, which is a collaboration with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), will see e-bikes hitting the road later this month with plans to ramp up their numbers to 1k by the close of 2024. The move looks to curb emissions and cut delivery costs, the National reported.

M&A WATCH-

Mobility solutions player EasyLease acquires a 60% stake in Ripe: International Holding Company (IHC) subsidiary EasyLease obtained a 60% of Ripe, which offers various services including container and commercial kiosk rentals, food trucks, management of parking facilities, events management and drive-through services, according to a press release. The value of the investment was not disclosed.

The move is in line with EasyLease’s plan to broaden its presence in the mobility sector. The partnership enables the company to expand its range of services and explore new avenues for expansion, both domestically and internationally, particularly in the GCC.

ALSO WORTH KNOWING-

  • Qatar’s offshore and marine repairs facility N-Kom has rebranded as Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions. (Statement)
  • Royal Jordanian Airlines is launching direct routes from Amman, Jordan to London Stansted and Manchester in March 2024. (Business Traveller)
  • Etihad Energy Services is collaborating with Dubai Airports for a retrofit initiative and a solar integration project.(Statement)
  • Al Futtaim Automotive has inked an MoU with UAE University to train UAE nationals on electric mobility.(Construction Business News)
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