Huawei and Emirates Launch HarmonyOS 5 Smartwatch App, Ushering in a New Era of Seamless Travel
In a landmark move that redefines the future of smart travel, global technology leader Huawei and the world’s largest international airline, Emirates, have officially launched the Emirates HarmonyOS 5 smartwatch app, marking a significant milestone in their ongoing strategic partnership.
The announcement follows the recent renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two companies at the 2025 Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai. With this launch, Emirates becomes one of the first international airlines to integrate its digital services with Huawei’s next-generation HarmonyOS 5, solidifying the duo’s shared commitment to innovation, enhanced customer experience, and intelligent ecosystem connectivity—particularly in the fast-growing Chinese travel market.
A New Standard in Smart Travel Convenience
Designed to streamline the passenger journey from wrist to runway, the new Emirates smartwatch app provides Huawei device users with real-time flight notifications, itinerary summaries, and mobile boarding pass access—directly from their smartwatch interface. By leveraging the cross-device integration and AI-powered features of HarmonyOS 5, the app enables a seamless, app-free user experience, removing the need to launch third-party platforms.
“Partnering with Emirates is a testament to our mission to transform the digital travel experience,” said William Hu, Managing Director of the Consumer Business Group for Middle East and Africa Eco Development and Operation at Huawei. “This launch represents a key milestone in bringing smarter, more personalized travel to consumers worldwide, all starting from their wrist.”
Orhan Abbas, Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations (Far East) at Emirates, echoed the sentiment: “Huawei’s cutting-edge ecosystem helps us engage meaningfully with travelers, especially in China, one of our most strategic markets. The HarmonyOS 5 smartwatch app enhances real-time interaction and reinforces our focus on smart, customer-first innovation.”
Expanding the Digital Ecosystem
Beyond the smartwatch app, the collaboration includes a series of digital initiatives aimed at enhancing Emirates’ presence within Huawei’s ecosystem:
Optimization of the Emirates App on Huawei AppGallery for improved performance and stability across all Huawei smart devices.
Joint marketing campaigns, including the promotion of Emirates’ upcoming route launches to Shenzhen and Hangzhou in July 2025.
Localized content co-creation and integrated marketing efforts tailored for tech-savvy travelers in mainland China and the MENA region.
The Emirates app is now fully available on Huawei smartwatches, representing a seamless extension of the airline’s digital offering and delivering an elevated experience grounded in convenience, real-time updates, and user-centric design.
About AppGallery
AppGallery is Huawei’s official app distribution platform and ranks among the world’s top three app marketplaces. With a user base exceeding 580 million monthly active users across 170+ countries and regions, AppGallery provides access to over 18 app categories including travel, navigation, news, and social media.
Built on the robust foundation of Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) Core, AppGallery empowers developers to build interconnected apps across devices while safeguarding user privacy and security. To date, Huawei has partnered with over 6 million developers globally, driving forward its vision of an open and innovative digital ecosystem.