Browsing: Safety

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

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

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

Under the theme “Driven by You and Your Safety is Our Responsibility” The campaign aims to raise awareness of camping related safety procedures and reduce the risk of accidents. Active participation from management and volunteer employees underscores the Bank’s commitment to community engagement and its involvement in social campaigns and events. Field visits were conducted at several locations and camping safety kits, containing essential camping equipment, were distributed. Kuwait, 11 February 2026 Stemming from its national role in supporting community safety and promoting responsible behaviors, Burgan Ban

Reaffirming the Bank’s commitment to ensuring the safety of its most valuable asset, the employees, by means of raising awareness Kuwait, 31 December 2025 In line with its commitment to implementing corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, Burgan Bank recently conducted an emergency evacuation drill for its employees at its head office. The drill came as part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to foster a safe work environment and reinforce employees’ preparedness to handle emergencies. This further confirms Burgan Bank’s regard for its employees as its top

Expanding on the company’s people-first work culture and role as an engaged corporate citizen Kuwait, 21 December 2025: In its latest effort to celebrate delivery riders and logistics partners and acknowledge their integral role in the company’s sustainable success, talabat, the leading on-demand online ordering platform in the MENA region, organized its Rider and Fleet Partner Appreciation night. The event took place on December 17th at The Regency, gathering over 700 delivery riders in addition to fleet partners and talabat staff. Beyond the awards ceremony, the event featured a dynamic range of entertainment segments,