Audi partners with Dubai Opera to host Hauser’s debut live performance

May 16th and 17th of 2024 saw Audi, Al Nabooda Automobiles partner with Dubai Opera to host the live debut performance of renowned Croatian cellist, Hauser. The former member of the acclaimed duo 2Cellos mesmerised Dubai with his unique blend of classical and contemporary music on the cello. Guests of this sold-out Dubai opera weekend event strolled down the red carpet entrance with the flagship A8 L sedan on outdoor display. Further inside the entrance, Audi set up a curated backdrop showcasing the car model for visitors to capture picture moments with the luxury sedan. Audi’s commitment to enriching the UAE’s arts and culture scene is exemplified through its collaboration with Dubai Opera. More exceptional shows are yet to be announced for the new season in September 2024.

Eurowings Confirms More Routes For Winter 2024/25

It seems the German low-cost carrier, Eurowings, is gearing up for a busy winter 2024/25. After announcing two new routes earlier this month, the airline is back with another similar development.

From October 27, 2024, the pocket-friendly carrier will fly twice weekly from Hamburg to Thessaloniki, Greece. Another route that goes live on November 4 and will operate six times a week is between Hamburg and Nuremberg. Eurowings has also confirmed that from December 22, 2024, it will operate two weekly flights from the Hanseatic city to Rovaniemi, Finland. Another Finnish destination – Kittila – will be added to the network from January 12, 2025, with twice-weekly service.

And lastly, Eurowings will expand operations from Stuttgart as well. It will fly two weekly flights to Tromsø, Norway, from January 25, 2025. Located deep inside the Arctic Circle, the town is among the top destinations for seeing aurora borealis.

Leonardo Signs Deal With PHI Group For Up To 12 Helicopters

Louisiana-based PHI Group and Rome-based Leonardo have signed a framework agreement for 12 AW189 helicopters. The deal comprises firm orders, purchase options, and an extensive support partnership, including a service centre agreement, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) contract and training solutions for the AW139 and AW189 choppers.

PHI Group has been supporting the energy industry for 75 years. The newly ordered AW189s, which will comply with the IOGP (International Association of Oil & Gas Producers) Report 690 guidelines, will start joining its fleet next year. Presently, the firm operates over 200 helicopters worldwide, serving various markets such as energy and air medical. Of the overall fleet, more than 20 helicopters, including AW139s and AW109s, are from Leonardo.

The Leonardo AW189 belongs to the super-medium class of helicopters. It’s in its DNA to serve various kinds of missions, such as energy industry support, search and rescue, passenger transport, firefighting and law enforcement. The AW189 has been cleverly designed to tackle challenging situations. For instance, its main transmission can run without oil for 50 minutes. The chopper also has a built-in auxiliary powerplant.

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