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SolitAir adds Dubai DWC–Tianjin TSN cargo service to deepen China–UAE trade links

UAE cargo carrier SolitAir has launched a new freight route connecting its hub at Dubai World Central (DWC) with Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN). The move is positioned to strengthen China–UAE air cargo connectivity and support cross-border trade flows between the two markets.

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2026-07-13T23:32:15.305529-07:00

Bloomberg

China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand

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2026-07-13T20:45:46.873921-07:00

Bloomberg

Akasa Air seeks up to ₹10.5 billion ($110M) as Iran war pressures costs

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2026-07-13T19:15:38.959138-07:00

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India waives aircraft lease tax payments for local carriers

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2026-07-13T19:59:32.464245-07:00

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SolitAir adds Dubai DWC–Tianjin TSN cargo service to deepen China–UAE trade links UAE cargo carrier SolitAir has launched a new freight route connecting its hub at Dubai World Central (DWC) with Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN). The move is positioned to strengthen China–UAE air cargo connectivity and support cross-border trade flows between the two markets.

2026-07-13T23:32:15.305529-07:00

SolitAir adds Dubai DWC–Tianjin TSN cargo service to deepen China–UAE trade links

Bloomberg

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China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand Shares of China’s major airlines are underperforming Cathay Pacific by nearly 50 percentage points in 2026, as analysts project profits will remain under pressure. The outlook is tied to lackluster domestic travel demand, which is expected to weigh on earnings durability.

2026-07-13T20:45:46.873921-07:00

China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand

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India waives aircraft lease tax payments for local carriers India has waived aircraft lease tax payments for local airlines. The measure reduces the tax cost embedded in aircraft leasing for domestic operators, potentially improving near-term cash-flow and altering the economics of aircraft acquisition under lease structures.

2026-07-13T19:59:32.464245-07:00

India waives aircraft lease tax payments for local carriers

Bloomberg

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Akasa Air seeks up to ₹10.5 billion ($110M) as Iran war pressures costs Akasa Air is reportedly seeking to raise ₹10.5 billion ($110 million) via a mix of equity and debt, as the airline tries to manage cost pressures tied to the Iran war. The financing effort reflects funding needs for a young carrier navigating higher operating costs.

2026-07-13T19:15:38.959138-07:00

Akasa Air seeks up to ₹10.5 billion ($110M) as Iran war pressures costs

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Japan Biz Aviation launches Embraer operations Japan Biz Aviation has begun operating Embraer aircraft, marking a new phase in its fleet and service offering for Japan’s business aviation market.

2026-07-13T18:30:50.913474-07:00

Japan Biz Aviation launches Embraer operations

SpaceNews.com

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Flexell Space completes $20M Series A to scale next-generation space solar solutions FLEXELL SPACE, a South Korea-based developer of next-generation space solar solutions, said it has completed a $20 million Series A funding round. The financing is intended to support commercialization and scaling of its space solar technology.

2026-07-13T17:14:25.995552-07:00

Flexell Space completes $20M Series A to scale next-generation space solar solutions

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Kiribati gov't receives second China-backed E190-E2

2026-07-13T14:13:59.904460-07:00

Kiribati gov't receives second

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Riyadh Air wins regulatory clearance for China debut; targets network scale-up alongside 787 growth plan Saudi startup Riyadh Air has secured regulatory approval to begin flights to Beijing and Shanghai, marking its first step into China as it builds an international network with a goal of 100 destinations by 2030. Separately, the airline is studying additional aircraft purchases, including exercising options for 25–30 more Boeing 787 Dreamliners and potentially adding Airbus aircraft.

2026-07-13T11:29:27.677622-07:00

Riyadh Air wins regulatory clearance for China debut; targets network scale-up alongside 787 growth plan

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