| | NOVEMBER 20268IN FOCUSSharjah has commenced the first phase of an initiative to establish new road connections between the emirate and Dubai. The phase will include the partial opening of Al Taawun Interchange and the activation of several bridges and junctions, enabling one-way traffic from Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Road towards Expo Centre Sharjah. The improvements aim to ease visitor access to the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), reported Wam.The second phase will involve the full opening of the upper-level junction at Al Taawun Roundabout and Al Taawun Tunnel. It will also complete bridges and junctions along three industrial roads and upgrade Al Khulafa Al Rashideen Interchange and its connecting bridge to Jamal Abdul Nasser Street, bringing the entire project into operation. Saudia has introduced its new Premium Economy cabin, offering travellers additional space, enhanced privacy and improved entertainment. The first seats are expected to enter service on newly acquired Boeing 787 aircraft in 2027. The national airline of Saudi Arabia unveiled the cabin at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026 as part of its fleet modernization and refurbishment plan under the New Saudia Experience initiative.Positioned between Economy and Business Class, the new offering will feature a seat pitch of up to 43 inches, a 15.5-inch entertainment display, an adjustable calf rest, enhanced privacy and additional personal storage. Saudia also plans to introduce Premium Economy on selected existing Airbus A330, Boeing 777 and Boeing 787 aircraft through a phased retrofit program. SHARJAH COMPLETES ROAD CONNECTIVITY PROJECT WITH DUBAIINFRASTRUCTURE & DEVELOPMENTSAUDIA UNVEILS 43-INCH PREMIUM ECONOMY SEATS AHEAD OF 2027 LAUNCHWWF-Singapore and Great Eastern have partnered to develop an insurance program to mitigate risks associated with nature-based solutions (NbS) projects and attract greater investment into environmental initiatives. The collaboration will establish a risk management framework and provide financial support for insurance costs, beginning with projects supported by WWF-Singapore's Canopy Nature Finance Facility.Based in Singapore, Canopy brings together financing sources to support the restoration and protection of Southeast Asia's natural ecosystems. Under the partnership, Great Eastern will design insurance products and work with third-party brokers to conduct risk assessments and develop suitable coverage. WWF-Singapore will oversee the platform, evaluate potential projects, engage investment partners, and support financing strategies and risk management frameworks to strengthen confidence among investors and project developers. WWF-SINGAPORE, GREAT EASTERN PARTNER ON NATURE PROJECT INSURANCEINSURANCE & SUSTAINABILITYAVIATION & TRAVEL
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