Ironic as it sounds, Gulf-state airlines seem to need to reduce their fuel costs, like any other airline. Especially given they pay for it locally where supplied.

It's not like they have an 'owned' refinery and storage at each airport they serve.

here's one for starters:

Etihad claims it has saved $12m, on track for $20m savings in fuel in 2008. [MenaFN]