13 March 2026 (Lima) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched DG Digital, IATA’s digital Dangerous Goods Declaration solution, as a feature of DG AutoCheck. The new tool fully digitalizes the creation and approval of shippers’ declarations for more than 3,800 dangerous items—from lithium batteries to explosives and chemicals. This results in faster document sharing, improved safety, and a significant reduction in rejected shipments. Today, 95% of Dangerous Goods Declarations are still received in paper format. These declarations must be scanned, converted into a PDF document, then uploaded into DG Aut
The Sultanate of Oman continues to closely monitor the ongoing regional developments. The competent authorities affirm that the situation within Oman remains stable, and all airports and Omani airspace are operating normally in accordance with approved regulations and international safety standards. Limited adjustments to certain flight schedules have been made due to temporary airspace closures in parts of the region. However, air traffic to and from Oman continues to operate smoothly. National carriers are maintaining their services with minor schedule updates in line with aviation safety requirements. The Sultanate reiterates its com
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As Australia’s energy sector faces intensifying pressure to slash methane emissions and harden infrastructure against evolving climate risks, Flir is arriving at Energy Exchange Australia (EXA) 2026 with a suite of “invisible” defence technologies. From March 10-12 at the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, the global leader in thermal imaging will transform Booth N30 into a hub for predictive maintenance and environmental stewardship. This year’s showcase also reflects the growing demand from Australia’s mining sector, where methane reduction, equipment reliability, and remote‑area monitoring have becom
Doha – March 8, 2026: Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has announced the publication a new peer-reviewed paper which analyzes the efficacy of using virtual reality (VR) technology to enhance learning outcomes in its pre-medical curriculum. The study, titled “Immersive virtual reality for teaching hemoglobin structure in preclinical medical biochemistry education: a mixed-methods study of student self-reported perceptions,” was published in BMC Medical Education, a leading international scientific journal. The paper details the design, implementation, and educational benefits of VR-based learning activities in early medical b
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The championship will take place from 30 January to 18 April at Lusail International Circuit Doha, Qatar – 20 January 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has announced its sponsorship of the Toyota GR Yaris Cup Qatar 2026, the car racing championship organized by Al Abdulghani Motors and scheduled from 30 January to 18 April at Lusail International Circuit. The championship’s second edition will be contested over four thrilling rounds, beginning with the opening phase on 30-31 January. The second round will take place on 12-13 February, while the third one will be held on 27-28 February.
The event features over 200 local and international companies, supported by eight major international pavilions. Doha, Qatar, 18 January 2026: Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi Saleh Al-Ansari, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026), affirmed full readiness for the ninth edition of the international event, which will commence tomorrow, Monday 19 January, and run for four days until 22 January at the Qatar National Convention Centre. DIMDEX 2026 is held under the gracious patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qata
Doha, Qatar, 18 January 2026: Hamad Port today welcomed eight visiting international warships as part of the activities of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026). The event will officially commence tomorrow, Monday, and continue until 22 January 2026. Visiting warships from France, Kuwait, Oman, Russia, and Saudi Arabia berthed at the port alongside Qatari warship. They were received by Major (Sea) Abdulrahman Yousuf Al-Malki, Warships Logistics Director, in the presence of several accredited local and international media representatives. The Qatar Emiri Naval Forces participated in the event with A
Doha, Qatar – January 2026 – Snoonu, Qatar’s leading technology company and multi-vertical super app, has successfully concluded its first-ever Snoonu Hackathon, uniting more than 550 university students and fresh graduates from across Qatar for three days of hands-on learning, collaboration, and real-world innovation. Participants formed cross-university teams to develop solutions inspired by Snoonu’s live digital ecosystem, tackling challenges across logistics, customer experience, multi-vertical growth, and new business innovation. Designed as a learning-first experience, the hackathon reflected Snoonu’s commitment to
Doha, Qatar, January 18, 2026 – Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co., the authorized distributor of INFINITI in Qatar, has been named the FY24 winner of the INFINITI Global Award (IGA), a distinguished international recognition celebrating exceptional partner performance across the INFINITI global network. The achievement was officially celebrated during a handover ceremony held at the INFINITI showroom at The Pearl, hosted by Hisham Saleh Al Mana, Chairman and Managing Director of Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co. INFINITI Middle East was represented by Albert Khreiche, Managing Director; Fayiz Al Alim, General Manager – Sales, Aftersales & DND; and Karim
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As Australia’s energy sector faces intensifying pressure to slash methane emissions and harden infrastructure against evolving climate risks, Flir is arriving at Energy Exchange Australia (EXA) 2026 with a suite of “invisible” defence technologies. From March 10-12 at the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, the global leader in thermal imaging will transform Booth N30 into a hub for predictive maintenance and environmental stewardship. This year’s showcase also reflects the growing demand from Australia’s mining sector, where methane reduction, equipment reliability, and remote‑area monitoring have becom
Doha – March 8, 2026: Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has announced the publication a new peer-reviewed paper which analyzes the efficacy of using virtual reality (VR) technology to enhance learning outcomes in its pre-medical curriculum. The study, titled “Immersive virtual reality for teaching hemoglobin structure in preclinical medical biochemistry education: a mixed-methods study of student self-reported perceptions,” was published in BMC Medical Education, a leading international scientific journal. The paper details the design, implementation, and educational benefits of VR-based learning activities in early medical b
9 March 2026 (Amman) — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 edition of IATA Focus Africa Conference will convene under the theme ‘Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency in Africa’ in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 29-30 April 2026, hosted by Ethiopian Airlines. “Aviation has the potential to do much more to enable Africa’s economic and social development. Improving safety, harmonizing regulations, and reducing costs while increasing operational efficiency are at the top of the agenda for this edition of the IATA Focus Africa Conference. The demand to support 3-4
0 March 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2025 Annual Safety Report demonstrating a solid year of safety performance with the following highlights: The all-accident rate of 1.32 per million flights (one accident per 759,646 flights) was better than the 1.42 recorded in 2024 but slightly above the 2021-2025 five-year average of 1.27. There were 51 accidents in 2025 among 38.7 million flights. That is fewer than the 54 accidents among 37.9 million flights in 2024, but above the 2021-2025 five-year average of 44 accidents. There were eight fatal accidents in 2025. That is more than the seve
Doha – March 10, 2026: Twenty-four high school students had the opportunity to experience campus life at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) when they spent a week participating in the college’s weeklong Qatar Medical Explorer Program (QMEP). The program, which forms part of WCM-Q’s series of enrichment programs offered by the college’s Office of Student Outreach & Educational Development, gives high school students the chance to both experience life as a medical student and learn about career paths in medicine. Entry to the program is through nomination by high school counselors and teachers, who put forward students who have
11 March 2026 (Lima) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry: Accelerating digitalization Strengthening global standards Enhancing safety and security “Air cargo plays a critical role in connecting businesses to global markets and keeping supply chains moving, even as the operating environment becomes more complex. With so many external events impacting global supply chains—including the tariff and geopolitical shocks—it is important that we work on building resilience in areas we can control or influence. Working together to strengthen
11 March 2026 (Lima, Peru) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today released a report, showing air cargo’s vital role in sustaining global trade and supporting economic growth in 2025 amid severe trade policy uncertainty. Two key report findings are that: Air cargo enabled the frontloading of $157 billion US imports in the first quarter of 2025. Air cargo transported more than two thirds of global AI-related goods in 2025. These activities supported global trade growth of 2.4% in 2025—well above initial forecasts by the World Trade Organization. Global GDP also expanded by 3.2% despite significant po
CASIO G-SHOCK unveils the GA-2100K series, a bold interpretation of the iconic GA-2100 design inspired by the atmosphere of music-driven nightlife and the vibrant pulse of late-night culture. The series captures the shadowy thrill of nightclubs and music festivals, where laser lights cut through the rhythm of midnight sound. At the heart of the design is a newly developed surface finish on the dial, delivering a clean and modern look that enhances the streamlined silhouette of the GA-2100. A glossy finish and rich color scheme create a striking visual depth reminiscent of piano black, giving the watch a sleek and sophisticated presence.
12 March 2026 (Lima) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value chain: Making publications more efficient: IATA is launching an AI Subject Matter Expert (AI SME), a mobile and web-based application that helps operational teams quickly find information in IATA cargo and safety publications by asking questions in plain language. The tool provides accurate answers within seconds. This supports faster operational dec
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Doha, Qatar – 3 January 2026: Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, has announced the extension of its End of Year campaign until 31 January 2026, following strong customer demand and allowing customers additional time to take advantage of the exclusive offers and exceptional benefits available across a diverse selection of Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The End of Year campaign has generated significant interest from customers, prompting the extension to ensure more buyers can fully leverage the attractive ownership proposition. The campaign continues to apply to some of the brand’s most
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