AVIATION-

Etihad Airways taps GetJet for wet-lease capacity: Etihad Airways has inked a seasonal wet-lease agreement with Lithuanian operator GetJet Airlines, according to a statement. The agreement involves the operation of two Airbus A320 aircraft — which will be based at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport. Of the two aircraft, one will be operated by GetJet, while the other will be provided by the GetJet-owned Airhub Airlines. The aircraft are scheduled to serve routes including Amman, Beirut, Cairo, and Muscat.

DATA POINT- The Airbus A320 family carrier has a max payload of up to 21.4 tons – including passengers, cargo, and equipment – and with up to 18 positions in total across its main and lower decks, it offers 50% more positions than its competitors. That said, its increased number of positions allows for significant cargo capacity.

DATA CENTERS-

KSA’s data center market to get new efficient cooling tech: Schneider Electric inked a strategic partnership with Jordan-based HVAC manufacturer Petra Engineering Industries Company to release a new line of premium efficiency air-cooled chillers — specifically designed to meet the needs of Saudi Arabia’s data centers, according to a statement. The partnership will support the rollout of data centers in the Kingdom, which has increased its capacity by 42% since 2023. The new product is tailored to the region’s climate conditions to ensure high efficiency, the statement adds.

PROJECTS-

Enoc Group, DP World, and PCFC team up: Local energy leader Enoc Group, port operator giant DP World, and the Ports, Customs and Freezone Corporation (PCFC) have inked an MoU to promote global and local joint ventures across several sectors, according to a statement. The group will collaborate to develop and evaluate strategic projects — aimed at supporting Dubai’s infrastructure, economy, and energy diversification plans, with a particular emphasis on encouraging energy, logistics, and infrastructure-related projects.

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