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Arabian Business
24-04-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Abu Dhabi real estate transactions jump to $6.9bn in Q1; Saadiyat Island stands out as lead area
Abu Dhabi real estate transaction value grew by 34.5 per cent to AED25.3bn ($6.9bn) across 6,896 deals in the first quarter of 2025 in the emirate, compared to AED18.82bn ($5.1bn) from 5,773 transactions in the same period of 2024, according to the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre. Buy and sell transactions totalled AED15.51bn ($4.2bn) through 3,819 transactions, reflecting a 26.7 per cent increase in value and an 11 per cent rise in volume compared to the first quarter of 2024. Mortgage transactions also recorded strong growth, reaching AED9.8bn ($2.7bn) through 3,077 transactions — a 49 per cent year-on-year increase. Abu Dhabi real estate Saadiyat Island was the leading area for real estate transactions, recording deals amounting to AED5.6bn ($1.5bn). It was followed by Yas Island, with AED3.6bn ($980m), and Mohammed Bin Zayed City, with AED2.1bn ($572m). Al Reem Island and Al Hudayriyat Island recorded over AED1bn ($272m) in transactions. The report highlighted continued activity in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), with 384 transactions valued at AED1.582bn ($431m) concluded by investors from 68 nationalities — up from 58 nationalities during the same period last year. This demonstrates growing confidence in Abu Dhabi's real estate market, driven by regulatory policies and government initiatives that enhance its local and global appeal. Rashed Al Omaira, Acting Director-General of ADREC, said: 'ADREC continues to advance a more efficient, competitive, and sustainable real estate ecosystem, driven by digital transformation, reliable data, and continuous collaboration with strategic partners. 'These results highlight the strength of Abu Dhabi's property market and its enduring attractiveness as a regional and international hub for real estate investment. 'The notable growth in transaction value and volume, alongside the rise in foreign investment, underscores the effectiveness of our regulatory frameworks and reinforces investor confidence in the market. 'We will continue to enhance our legislative and digital tools and promote transparency to establish a more flexible and sustainable real estate environment aligned with Abu Dhabi's long-term vision.'
Arabian Business
19-02-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Etihad reports record $476m profit as flights, passenger numbers and revenue soars
Etihad Airways has announced its results for the full year 2024, recording strong performance across all key metrics with a record AED1.7bn ($476m) profit after tax driven by AED20.8bn ($5.7bn) passenger revenue and AED4.2bn ($1.1bn) Cargo revenue, alongside significant operational efficiency improvements. The airline carried 18.5m passengers last year, a 32 per cent increase from the previous year, reflecting strong and sustained demand across its expanding network. This growth was supported by a 28 per cent year-on-year increase in Available Seat Kilometres (ASK) and an improved passenger load factor, which reached 87 per cent in FY24, compared to 86 per cent in 2023. Etihad Airways profits Total revenue saw a remarkable year-on-year increase of 25 per cent to AED25.3bn ($6.9bn). This growth was driven by a robust performance in both passenger and cargo business. Passenger revenue increased by AED4.2bn ($1.1bn), or 25 per cent compared to 2023, reflecting an enhanced network and increased capacity. Cargo revenue rose by 24 per cent compared to last year, fuelled by increased capacity and volume (12 per cent increase in cargo leg tonnes carried), alongside improved yields in the second half of the year. In 2024, the airline expanded its operations to more than 1,700 weekly flights and increased frequencies on 25 routes over the past two years. It also launched more than 20 new destinations, such as Boston, Jaipur, Bali, and Nairobi, alongside summer hotspots like Antalya, Nice, and Santorini, with over 10 of these cities set to begin operations in 2025. The airline's operating fleet continued to expand with the addition of 12 aircraft, including the introduction of a new fleet-type, with six A320 NEOs, and the re-entry into service of its fifth A380. Etihad now operates the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleet in the region, supporting its ESG strategy to minimise carbon emissions while enhancing its service offerings. The airline invested in customer experience enhancements, driving a significant NPS increase, reflecting higher operational and service satisfaction. In 2024, the airline approved a AED3bn ($816m) retrofit program—its largest-ever—which, once underway, is expected to further elevate cabin comfort, inflight experience, and NPS. Etihad also introduced a dedicated premium call centre, delivering faster and more personalised service for premium travellers, leveraging AI to boost productivity. More than 200 enhancements were made to the website and app to further improve the guest experience. Additionally, the airline's loyalty programme, Etihad Guest, reached a milestone of 10m members. Recognising these achievements, Etihad received multiple industry awards from bodies such as World Travel Awards and Business Traveller Awards, including Best Cabin Crew, Best Customer Experience, Best Economy Class, and Best First-Class Lounge. It was also named Environmental Airline of the Year by in 2024 for the third consecutive year. Etihad's team grew to more than 11,000 employees, with more than 2,000 new hires and over 1,500 promotions. UAE National Talent initiatives progressed, with over 70 Emirati cadet pilots graduating and more than 3,000 applications received for the latest cadet programme. UAE Nationals now represent 20 per cent of the workforce, underscoring Etihad's support for the UAE talent strategy and its role in developing future aviation professionals. Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of Etihad Airways, said: 'We extend our gratitude to our guests and the dedicated Etihad family for allowing us to realise our ambitions and consistently delivering the reliable, best-in-class service that defines our operations. 'The unwavering commitment of our team has strengthened our airline, boosting efficiency while consistently improving our exceptional customer experience. 'As we expand our network and enhance our offerings, we remain focused on connecting more people with Abu Dhabi and supporting the Emirate's tourism ambitions, fulfilling our vision to be the airline that everyone wants to fly.' Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways, said: 'These results are testament to the dedication of our people who have worked together for a purpose, delivering our strategy. Their efforts have driven improvements in customer satisfaction measured across all cabin classes and numerous other touchpoints. 'Equally they have delivered sustainable, profitable growth while maintaining disciplined efficiency and a steadfast commitment to safety. 'Looking ahead, I am confident we will continue to be a financially strong airline delivering extraordinary customer experiences, fulfilling our shareholder's mandate, and contributing to the long-term prosperity and success of the UAE.' Throughout 2024, Etihad strengthened profitability and expanded margins through an optimised fleet and network, improved efficiency, and a continued focus on productivity. The airline continued to strengthen its network through 126 interline, codeshare, and strategic partnerships, including a landmark partnership with China Eastern, the first of its kind between a Middle Eastern and Chinese airline, and a strategic partnership with SF Airlines to boost logistics capacity and network reach. Etihad had further increased operational efficiency, with CASK and CASK ex-fuel decreasing by 3 per cent and 4 per cent respectively. Increased efficiency is also evident in costs related to central functions, which grew much lower than capacity. Strong top-line performance and continued improvements in unit costs drove a remarkable operating result, with EBITDA reaching AED 4.7bn ($ 1.3bn), a 32 per cent year-on-year increase. Profit after tax for FY24 more than tripled year-on-year, driven by strong momentum in the passenger business, a robust recovery in Etihad's cargo operations, and a significant reduction in net finance costs – down by almost AED1bn ($272m), or 80 per cent year-on-year – reflecting continuous balance sheet deleveraging supported by strong cash generation. Recognising Etihad's strong improvement, credit rating agency Fitch upgraded Etihad's rating to A+ in July 2024, citing its materially stronger standalone credit profile.
