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JAL begins rice bran oil byproduct biodiesel trial at Yamagata Airport

Bangladesh, May 30 -- Japan Airlines (JAL) has launched a demonstration project at Yamagata Airport using biodiesel fuel derived from rice bran oil production byproducts to power a baggage towing trac... Read More


SriLankan seeks LKR 10 billion as govt eyes PPP model

Bangladesh, May 30 -- Speaking during a televised discussion, the minister acknowledged that sustaining the national carrier through taxpayer funds was becoming increasingly unsustainable. He reveale... Read More


Air cargo demand rises 4% in April amid Middle East disruption: IATA

Bangladesh, May 30 -- Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose 4.0% compared to April 2025, while capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), fell 0.4% over the ... Read More


Biman welcomes first return Hajj flight from Saudi Arabia

Bangladesh, May 30 -- The first return Hajj flight, BG336, arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka from Jeddah at 10:35 am, carrying pilgrims back home after completing the annual p... Read More


HKIA Terminal 2 opens; 15 airlines to relocate by mid-June

Bangladesh, May 27 -- The opening ceremony was held May 22. Hong Kong Airlines became the first carrier to relocate, shifting its check-in to T2 on May 27. Greater Bay Airlines will follow on June 3, ... Read More


Thailand draws 13.4 million tourists; weekly arrivals rise 10.95%

Bangladesh, May 27 -- Thailand welcomed 13,428,857 foreign tourists from January 1 to May 24, down 2.78% year-on-year, generating an estimated THB 653.986 billion in tourism revenue, according to the ... Read More


Air China Cargo raises A350 freighter order to 10 units

Bangladesh, May 27 -- The Chinese carrier initially ordered six A350Fs in November 2025 with options for additional units. Multiple media reports earlier this month indicated the airline intended to s... Read More


Biman to distribute Eid gifts, special meals for passengers on Eid al-Adha

Bangladesh, May 24 -- According to a press release issued on May 24, the airline said the initiative reflects its commitment to improving service quality and strengthening cordial relations with passe... Read More


EBL Skybanking wins award for advancing accessible digital banking

Bangladesh, May 24 -- Eastern Bank PLC's (EBL) flagship mobile banking platform, EBL Skybanking, has received the prestigious "Recognition for Accessible Initiatives" award in recognition of its contr... Read More


Dhaka Regency rolls out 'Eid Retreat' campaign for Eid al-Adha

Bangladesh, May 24 -- For guests looking to stay over the holidays, the hotel has introduced a Luxury Staycation Package starting from BDT 7,999 net, which includes a buffet breakfast. A full board pa... Read More