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17 Feb 2026. Dubai’s premium leisure airline Beond is opening a Bahrain base, launching new Maldives services as competition across the Gulf intensifies. We speak to the team behind the move. Plus, we pay tribute to royal photographer Ramesh Shukla, who chronicled the history of the UAE. Etihad Rail is preparing to launch passenger services within months, executive reporter Georgia Tolley got a sneak preview onboard and brings us the details, including what it could mean for GDP. And Premier Inn unveils a AED 2 billion expansion plan to double its Gulf footprint.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send a textThe Season 3 opener of Money Majlis puts you right in the cockpit of Dubai's aviation story, with Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, as your guide. He isn't just running DXB and DWC; he is shaping how a city's ambition takes flight, turning runways and terminals into engines of GDP, jobs and global connectivity.Across this conversation, Paul unpacks the now-famous mandate he received from Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum on day one: “never constrain the growth of aviation in Dubai.” That single KPI becomes the spine of the episode, as he explains how Dubai has grown into the world's busiest international hub, while constantly pushing the limits of what its land‑constrained infrastructure can do.We go behind the scenes of DXB's quiet revolution in operations, where real-time data and AI help aircraft turn around like Formula 1 pit stops and passengers glide through terminals with fewer queues, less friction and more time to enjoy the airport as a hospitality experience rather than a stress test. Paul's philosophy is simple but powerful: treat every guest as an individual, respect their time, and design every process around the journey, not the bureaucracy.From there, the conversation widens to the next big leap at DWC, where Paul imagines a network of human-scale terminals that feel less like an airport and more like a sentient city: natural spaces, seamless biometrics, invisible security and dwell zones that combine lounges, retail, dining and entertainment into one fluid experience. The future airport, in his telling, is a calm, intuitive environment where the technology disappears into the background and the traveller remains firmly at the centre.Sustainability and leadership add a deeply human dimension to the episode. Paul talks candidly about the urgency of sustainable aviation fuel, the scale of the challenge, and why aviation must reinvent its energy model without pricing ordinary travellers out of the skies. He also reflects on Covid as a “never waste a good crisis” moment: a time to re-engineer costs, redesign partnerships and prove Dubai's resilience to the world.Threaded through it all is Paul's own story: a classically trained organist turned aviation leader who still sees airports as living orchestras, where frontline teams, Emirati talent and partner organisations have to play in harmony. It's part macroeconomics, part technology playbook, part leadership masterclass—and a vivid love letter to travel itself.Production partner : PoddsterGiving partner: GoodworldAll past episodes and details of the Money Majlis giving movement can be viewed on www.moneymajlis.com.
That's the perhaps surprising message from Paul Griffiths, chief executive of the world's leading international airport: Dubai, whose code is DXB. Paul also tells me about Dubai's remarkable growth trajectory – and how close DXB will come to the magic figure of 100 million passengers this year.This podcast is free, as is Independent Travel's weekly newsletter. Sign up here to get it delivered to your inbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Новости на радио «Русские Эмираты» в Дубае:- В Объединенных Арабских Эмиратах начался самый холодный период зимы – сезон «Шабат», который продлится 26 дней, до 10 февраля. По словам председателя Астрономического общества Эмиратов Ибрагима Аль Джарвана, наиболее холодные дни зимы, как правило, приходятся на период с 15 января и длятся около восьми дней.- Международный аэропорт Дубая (DXB) в январе 2026 года вышел на первое место в мире по объему продаваемых мест в самолетах – авиагавань обогнала Хартсфилд–Джексон в Атланте (США), следует из данных аналитической компании OAG.
Новости на радио «Русские Эмираты» в Дубае:- Туристический поток из Объединенных Арабских Эмиратов, посещающих Россию, демонстрирует устойчивый рост, сообщил генеральный консул РФ в Дубае Максим Владимиров.- Международный аэропорт Дубая (DXB) пережил самые загруженные дни в своей истории: 3 января воздушная гавань обслужила более 324 тысяч пассажиров, а 4 января 2026 года – около 322 тысяч человек.
30 Dec 2025. Dubai Airport has just handled its busiest Christmas on record, and now all eyes are on the New Year rush. We break down the numbers and how DXB is preparing for peak travel. Plus, continuing our NYE-nomics: how much do fireworks and drone shows really cost, and can Dubai’s transport system cope with demand on the biggest night of the year? We ask Zed. And with the population growing fast, Etihad Credit Bureau reveals what it means for credit scores and financial resilience in the UAE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second part of my exclusive conversation with Paul Griffiths, Chief Executive of Dubai Airports, we gaze deep into the future of aviation. Not only does Dubai International expect to be the first airport in the world to handle 100 million international passengers – along the road, Dubai World Central airport is planned to outpace the DXB and the rest of the world.This podcast is free, as is Independent Travel's weekly newsletter. Sign up here to get it delivered to your inbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 Dec 2025. We continue our Christmas-nomics series, looking at how much we’re spending on trees and gifts with category managers from Ferns N Petals and Noon. Plus, as DXB heads into its busiest weeks of the year, Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths tells us how the airport is managing the festive travel surge. And the RTA reveals fresh details on the Dubai Metro Blue Line - executive reporter Fiona Nicole Mee has the latest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Новости на радио «Русские Эмираты» в Дубае:- Авиакомпания flydubai открыла прямое авиасообщение между Дубаем и Ригой, став первым перевозчиком из Объединенных Арабских Эмиратов, выполняющим прямые рейсы в столицу Латвии. Полеты из Международного аэропорта Дубая (DXB) будут выполняться три раза в неделю.- Министерство трудовых ресурсов и эмиратизации ОАЭ (MoHRE) объявило, что четверг, 1 января 2026 года, станет официальным оплачиваемым выходным днем для всех работников частного сектора в стране в связи с празднованием Нового года.
The weather is perfect in Dubai, so if you’re dreaming of your next long lunch or golden-hour dinner, there’s a new spot by the sea that’s already turning heads. Canary Club, the JLT favourite known for its West Coast energy, has just opened a beachfront sister on Palm Jumeirah. We speak with husband and wife and co-founders of Rosy Hospitality Ziad and Rowan Kamel about the new chapter of their entrepreneurial life as they exited one brand they helped create. With over 10 million guests expected to pass through DXB between now and the end of the month, many of us - whether flying out or staying put - may feel the ripple effect. We ask Emily Jenkins what these numbers really mean for travellers and Dubai residents alike. Staying with travel, but closer to home - in Ras Al Khaimah. Jebel Jais has unveiled its programme for this winter season, running from now through until April 2026. Talking F1 and sport tourism with ES Sport as we near this weekend’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix And we get exclusive updates on all things Wicked before it goes to Dubai Opera from THE Helen Farmer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Nov 2025. We’re broadcasting live from Day 3 of the Dubai Airshow 2025 - and it’s a full C-suite takeover at the biggest aviation event of the year.We hear from:• His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and CEO of Emirates Airline and Group• Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports• Antonoaldo Neves, Group CEO of Etihad Aviation Group• Adel Al Redha, Deputy President and COO of Emirates AirlineFrom fleet strategy to airport growth to the new era of Gulf aviation, we bring you the biggest headlines straight from Dubai World Central.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Nov 2025. Broadcasting live from the Dubai Airshow 2025, we break down the biggest headline of the week: Emirates has ordered 65 Boeing 777s, along with 130 GE engines, in a deal worth around 38 billion dollars. We speak to Boeing’s VP of Commercial Marketing about what this means for the airline and the future of long-haul travel. Plus, Riyadh Air is pushing ahead despite Boeing delays. Executive reporter Georgia Tolley speaks to CEO Tony Douglas for the inside track. And Dubai’s flying taxis take a major leap toward reality. Georgia also sits down with Joby Aviation after completing the first crewed eVTOL flight between two UAE locations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14 Nov 2025. Dubai Chambers is heading to the US, opening its first American office in New York, an announcement made at the Dubai Business Forum. Executive reporter Georgia Tolley speaks to H.E. Eng. Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansoori about what this means for global trade ties. Plus, with the Dubai Airshow just days away, we check in with DXB Airport CEO Paul Griffiths on what to expect. And Parsons has secured a 56-million-dollar contract for Phase 2 of the Diriyah development, we hear what’s next for one of Saudi Arabia’s biggest giga-projects.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AI Takeover (via Notebook LM)(Part of Blockchain DXB AI Series)
2️⃣ AI Takeover (Blockchain DXB AI Series)Entirely AI-produced via Notebook LMBRICS Sept 8: U.S. tariffs & de-dollarizationCrypto adoption may rise as BRICS explore alternativesMarket volatility spikeRegional digital infra reshapes paymentsBitcoin hedgeU.S. regulatory scrutinyEthereum Starknet 3hr outageUkraine $10B+ crypto crime, FATF deadlinesDEX BunniXYZ $8.4M drainedUAE: RAK crypto paymentsSaudi AI healthcare Vision 2030
Episode Summary:This episode—created entirely with AI using Notebook LM by Google—explores Ripple's “2025 New Value: Stablecoin Trends in Business and Beyond” report. Stablecoins are no longer just a crypto gateway; they're becoming the backbone of payments, treasury, and cross-border settlement.Key Insights You'll Hear:
29 Jul 2025. Dubai International welcomed 46 million passengers in the first half of 2025. CEO Paul Griffiths tells us what’s driving the growth and how the airport is preparing for even more. Plus, a shortage of warehouse space is pushing demand into the Northern Emirates - Knight Frank shares what’s happening on the ground. And we speak to the CEO of Union Properties – Amer Khansaheb saying the company’s recovery is finally over, after several years and billions of dirhams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.