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August 17, 2026

Electric Aviation Reaches Major Commercial Development Milestone

11-tonne battery-electric aircraft completes 27-minute test flight The world’s largest battery-electric aircraft has completed a 27-minute test flight, marking a significant milestone for electric aviation. Heart Aerospace’s X1 demonstrator weighs more than 11 tonnes and flew at an altitude of about 335 metres. The aircraft used only battery-electric propulsion during the test flight and consumed

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UAE Airlines Adjust Flights as Regional Airspace Disruptions Continue

Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia modify selected regional services UAE airlines are continuing to adjust parts of their regional networks as airspace restrictions and security concerns affect operations. As of 17 August, most UAE flights continue operating, but passengers are being warned about possible delays, cancellations and last-minute changes. Emirates has partially resumed Bahrain services

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Dubai Strengthens Whistleblower Protection for Financial Violations

New safeguards aim to improve corporate governance and investor confidence Dubai’s Financial Audit Authority has highlighted employment protection available to employees who report financial or administrative violations through its Nazaha reporting platform. Eligible whistleblowers can receive confidentiality and protection against workplace discrimination or certain disciplinary action. The Authority can also intervene where an employee faces

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Saudi Arabia to Require 70% Localization in Project Management Roles

New Saudization requirement targets specialised private-sector positions Saudi Arabia will introduce a 70% Saudization requirement for project-management professions from 14 February 2027. The requirement will cover roles including project-management directors, engineers and specialists. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development said the policy is intended to increase participation by Saudi nationals in specialised private-sector

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