MIDDLE EAST. The joint US-Israel strike on Iran on 28 February and subsequent regional escalation have combined to devastating impact on the travel, tourism and travel retail sectors.
Middle East airports, retailers and food & beverage operators face heavy daily losses while the crisis continues. Airport stakeholders abroad also continue to count the cost of suspended flights to, through and from the Middle East.
The Moodie Davitt Report is keeping readers updated on a crisis with major repercussions for our industry.
{Note: The Moodie Davitt Report’s role is to report on the business implications of the war, not to take any partisan position. However, we will report on both opposition to and support for the conflict to place the implications for our sector in rightful context.}
Read our earlier extensive coverage of the Middle East crisis via this link.
21 April
Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) announcing the gradual resumption of operations for foreign airlines in the State of Qatar via Hamad International Airport.
The Authority stated the decision “follows a comprehensive assessment of the situation, conducted in coordination with all relevant national entities, to ensure the highest levels of readiness and operational efficiency”.
It affirmed that all flights and related operations will be carried out in accordance with the highest internationally recognised safety and security standards, with all necessary measures and precautions in place to safeguard passengers and aviation personnel.
The QCAA emphasised that safety and security remains its top priority.
We will continue to report on the impact of the Middle East crisis on travel, tourism and travel retail in coming days. ✈
