Flyadeal participates in Hajj and Umrah forum in Egypt

Visitors enjoying flyadeal’s hospitality at the Hajj and Umrah Forum in Cairo. (Supplied)
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Updated 13 August 2024
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Flyadeal participates in Hajj and Umrah forum in Egypt

flyadeal, one of the youngest and fastest-growing low-cost airlines in Saudi Arabia and across the Middle East, participated in the leading annual Hajj and Umrah Forum in Egypt on Monday as a key air service provider of pilgrim travel to the Kingdom.

Hosted at The Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo, the two-day exhibition welcomed more than 3,000 travel and tourism professionals, showcasing products and services offered to groups planning their pilgrimages.

flyadeal had a dedicated exhibition stand staffed by a team of sales and customer support personnel who engaged with visitors and assisted with planning arrangements for the year-long Umrah and annual Hajj pilgrimage.

Rakan Alotaibi, flyadeal head of sales, Hajj & Umrah and commercial regulatory affairs, said: “flyadeal is pleased to participate, once again, in this forum and work closely with Egypt’s Hajj and Umrah Committee.

“This was an important event that brought together industry professionals and travel suppliers specializing in pilgrim travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We had the opportunity to share information with visitors about flyadeal, our products and dedicated on-the-ground support services in the Kingdom. Additionally, the event offered us a platform where we reaffirmed our commitment to offering affordable low-cost travel focused on service excellence.”

The event included participation from airlines, hotels, Hajj and Umrah ground service operators, as well as tour companies and travel agents that have dedicated pilgrim travel services.

As part of flyadeal’s continued efforts to support religious traffic from Egypt and countries across the world to the Kingdom, the airline works closely with travel partners to facilitate year-round pilgrimages to Saudi Arabia with convenience and comfort being at the heart of its operations. Cairo is one of the major international destinations served by flyadeal with dedicated routes to Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam.


Petromin Nissan celebrates decade of partnership excellence in Kingdom

Updated 28 January 2026
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Petromin Nissan celebrates decade of partnership excellence in Kingdom

Petromin Nissan recently hosted an event to celebrate 10 years of partnership with Nissan, marking a decade since Petromin was appointed as the official Nissan dealer in Saudi Arabia. The milestone reflects a partnership shaped by trust, consistent performance, and a shared long-term vision that has played a meaningful role in the development of the automotive sector in the Kingdom.

The event highlighted Petromin Nissan’s continued confidence in the Saudi market, demonstrated by the attendance of senior leadership from Nissan Global, the Middle East, and Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom was reaffirmed as one of Nissan’s most important growth markets in the region, in line with the company’s global focus on innovation, sustainability, and intelligent mobility.

The celebration was attended by a number of senior industry and business leaders, including Sheikh Amr Al-Dabbagh, chairman and CEO of Al-Dabbagh Group, reflecting the significance of the partnership and its broader impact on the Kingdom’s automotive and business landscape.

As part of its performance over the past year, Petromin Nissan had been awarded two Awards of Excellence from Nissan Global, recognizing operational strength and overall business performance, and reinforcing its standing as one of Nissan’s leading partners worldwide.

Paddy Magee, managing director of Petromin Nissan, said: “Over the past 10 years, Petromin’s priority has been to build a business that puts the customer first while fully reflecting Nissan’s global standards. Through expanding our network, strengthening our service capabilities, and investing in our people, we have focused on creating sustainable value for the Saudi market.”

Adib Takieddine, managing director of Nissan Saudi Arabia, said: “Saudi Arabia continues to be a strategic market for Nissan. Our partnership with Petromin has been instrumental in strengthening our presence in the Kingdom, supporting growth, enhancing customer satisfaction, and advancing our long-term vision for mobility in alignment with Vision 2030.”

Over the decade, Petromin Nissan significantly expanded its footprint across the Kingdom, now operating 18 showrooms and 16 service centers in 11 cities, improving accessibility and delivering a more seamless customer experience nationwide.

Reflecting on the broader partnership, Terence Byrne, CEO of National Motor Company, said: “Reaching this milestone is a clear reflection of a partnership built on shared values and long-term commitment. Petromin Nissan has established a strong platform in Saudi Arabia and continues to deliver real impact for customers and the wider automotive ecosystem.”

Looking ahead, Petromin Nissan reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the Saudi market, with continued focus on innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, and customer-centric mobility as the partnership moves into its next phase.