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Abu Dhabi Festival Audience To Marvel At Musical Talent Of Charismatic Welsh Superstar Bryn Terfel
A unique double-bill will commemorate Abu Dhabi Festival’s 10th anniversary on March 26th when ’Poeme Orientale’ the latest masterpiece by acclaimed Franco-Lebanese composer and poet, Bechara El Khoury, ’Poeme Orientale’ is performed by the Czech Philharmonic.
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World’s First 10 Million Mile Prize From Etihad
Etihad Airways turns 10 this year, and to celebrate, is giving away a colossal prize of 10 million Etihad Guest Miles - the equivalent of 27 return London-Sydney flights in Diamond First Class - to one lucky winner in the UAE.
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Gulf Defence Conference opens in Abu Dhabi
The French Minister for Defence Jean-Yves Le Drian, presented the first keynote speech stating that the French point of view on regional affairs looks at the importance of cooperation in security and defense.
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Al Bateen Executive Airport’s DhabiJet named second best FBO in the world
Al Bateen Executive Airport, operated and managed by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), announced today that its Fixed Based Operator (FBO) facility - DhabiJet; was ranked second best around the world in the prestigious European Business Air News magazine FBO Survey 2013.
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Abu Dhabi Spearheads Housing Development In The UAE
Experts in housing construction and urban development from the government and private sector will all meet in Abu Dhabi for the inaugural Future Housing Summit to be held from 3-5 March 2013 at the Westin Golf Resort & Spa.
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Etihad Towers Abu Dhabi Welcomes Leading US Architectural And Design Practice
The choice reflects the world-famous firm’s commitment to Abu Dhabi as the gateway to the emerging markets of Asia and Africa, and gives Etihad Towers the seal of approval as the region’s leader in mixed use developments.
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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) Inaugurates Business Banking Centre In Ajman
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD), the Number One Bank in the UAE, has expanded its Business Banking Centre network by launching a new facility in Ajman.
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Department Of Transport In Abu Dhabi Provides Free Shuttle Bus Services For More Than 40,000 Visitors And Exhibitors During "IDEX 2013"
DoT will provide free shuttle bus services throughout all event days from 7am to 7pm for visitors and exhibitors of this international exhibition and conference from Abu Dhabi Island and its suburbs to Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).
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Al Bateen Executive Airport Records Solid Growth in Traffic in 2012
Al Bateen Executive Airport, operated and managed by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), today announced the results of the full year traffic review for 2012. The executive airport witnessed an 11% increase when compared with the aircraft movements recorded in 2011.
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ADIB Wins Best Islamic Bond Award For 2012
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a top-tier Islamic financial services institution, today announced that it was the only bank in the Middle East that has been awarded with the ’’Best Islamic Bond Award for the year 2012’’, presented by the International Financing Review (IFR).
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Gulf Capital Invests In Majority Stake In OCB Oilfield Services
With Operations in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, the leading Oil & Gas crew supply and related logistics provider in the Middle East, South East Asia and Africa, capitalises on the growth of offshore drilling in the region
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International Gourmet Stars ’Hooked’ On Abu Dhabi’s Emirates Palace ’Catch & Cook’ Experience
International masterchefs, Shinichiro Takagi of Japan and German master patissier Ernst Knam, took time off from their starring roles in the Gourmet Abu Dhabi culinary festival to try their hand at a ’Catch & Cook’ experience organised by the UAE capital’s super-luxurious Emirates Palace.
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Andrea Bocelli Live In Abu Dhabi: A Voice, An Orchestra, An Audience
His mellow yet powerful voice can be heard on over 80 million albums, while his concerts continue to sell-out worldwide. As part of this year’s du World Music Festival, du Live! presents the biggest-selling classical soloist Andrea Bocelli among other illustrious musicians.
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NBAD & ICBC (Asia) Partners To Expand Channels
Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between NBAD and ICBCAIM, the Bank would facilitate the marketing and distribution of ICBCAIM’s private equity and fixed income products in the UAE by introducing ICBCAIM funds to NBAD’s distribution networks.
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First Gulf Bank Celebrates Four-Year Achievements For Its Branch In Qatar
First Gulf Bank-Qatar Branch held a gala dinner for a number of its distinguished clients and business partners. The event highlighted First Gulf Bank’s outstanding financial performance during 2012, in addition to the achievements made by the bank’s Qatar Branch since its inception four years ago
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Etihad Airways Increases Khartoum Services To Daily
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has increased its Khartoum services from five flights per week to a daily schedule.
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Rachel Allen Discovers Arabian Treats On Abu Dhabi Desert Adventure
In the United Arab Emirates’ capital city for its annual Gourmet Abu Dhabi culinary festival, where Rachel is appearing as the celebrity chef, the popular TV personality received a one-to-one lesson in making ’Saj’ which can be cooked with a variety of fillings, from the resident village baker, Az
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Sorbonne Abu Dhabi University Announces Science Undergraduate Programme
To expand its academic offerings, Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi will announce the launch of Bachelor of Physics, its 10th undergraduate degree, tomorrow during its Open Day at Al Reem island campus.
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NBAD’s Global Financial Markets Forum Offers First Virtual Conference In MENA
The 2013 Global Financial Markets Forum (GFMF) will be available virtually via the state-of-the-art AvayaLiveTM Engage, an interactive virtual conferencing that allows delegates who are unable to attend the forum in person to do instead through a virtual conferencing program.
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Passenger Traffic At Abu Dhabi International Airport Shows Increase In 2012
More than 14.7 million passengers passed through the Abu Dhabi International Airport last year recording a significant growth of 18.9% in passenger traffic compared to 2011.
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Abu Dhabi Ports Company Sees Growth Across All Maritime Traffic, In 2012
RORO saw the highest increase in growth, with movements up significantly at 41.4 per cent, from 56,510 units to 79,906 units; marine activity saw a 13.8 per cent increase, up from 26,899 to 30,618 vessel calls, over the previous year.
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President Bill Clinton To Keynote WTTC Global Summit, Abu Dhabi, 9-10 April
President Bill Clinton, Founder of the William J. Clinton Foundation and 42nd President of the United States, will deliver the keynote address at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit which takes place in Abu Dhabi, 9-10 April 2013.
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Chairman Of DoF- Abu Dhabi Receives U.S Ambassador At Abu Dhabi Customs Institute
In line with efforts to enhance cooperation between the UAE and the USA, HE Hamad Al Hurr Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Department of Finance (DoF), received HE Michael H. Corbin, the USA Ambassador to the UAE yesterday at Abu Dhabi Customs Institute.
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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) Ranked 2nd in "Top 10" Companies
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD), the Number One Bank in the UAE, has been ranked second place in "Top 10 Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Companies" for its strong performance in net profit and market value.
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Guns N’ Roses Return To Rock Abu Dhabi
Their first sell-out performance in Abu Dhabi drew rock fans from across the Middle East and now eighties rock legends Guns N’ Roses are making their long-awaited return to the Capital this coming March.
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Mubadala Showcases Defense-Related Companies At IDEX 2013
Mubadala, the Abu Dhabi-based investment and development company, today unveiled details of its participation at IDEX 2013, which takes place 17th- 21st February 2013 at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
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Emirates Palace Becomes Key Destination For Chinese Tourists
The iconic Emirates Palace hotel, a hallmark of Abu Dhabi emirate, has become a major destination for Chinese tourists coming to the UAE, accounting for nearly a fifth of the hotel’s expected guests through February.
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Serenaded By Ragheb Alama On Valentine’s Day
This 14th of February, one of the most recognised Arab singing sensations, Ragheb Alama, will be joined by Xriss Jorr and Chris from The Voice, 8e Art and DIvanessa the violinist for a Valentine’s Gala Dinner at the Abu Dhabi Country Club, in a night more memorable than flowers.
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Al Qassimi Continues His Climb Through World Championship Snow In Sweden
It was never going to be an easy return to World Rally Championship action for Sheikh Khalid Al Qassimi, but the UAE driver once again displayed his fighting qualities in difficult conditions as he continued his climb up the standings in Rally Sweden today.
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NBAD & NPCC Sign US$ 100 Million Deal
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) signed a deal with National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC), to provide it US$ 100 million (nearly AED 367 Million) financing toward the construction of a new vessel.
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FGB Contributes AED 50,000 Towards A Child’s Educations Fees
First Gulf Bank (FGB) customer Nasir Mehmood was awarded AED 50,000 towards his child’s tuition fees in the bank’s first quarterly draw for its ChildFirst programme.
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Fighting Flu And Freezing Cold, Al Qassimi Warms To Tough Swedish WRC Test
Fighting off the lingering effects of the flu in temperatures falling towards 15 degrees below freezing, the UAE’s Sheikh Khalid Al Qassimi has warmed to the task ahead on his return to World Rally Championship action in Sweden over the next four days.
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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Net Profit For 2012 Increases 4.0% To AED 1.201 Billion After Provisions Of AED 802 Million
The Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) Group posted a net profit of AED 1,201.2 million for 2012 after taking provisions and impairments of 802.3 million in a year where the focus was on laying the foundations of the Bank’s next phase growth strategy,
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GFMF To Analyze Prospects Of Emerging Markets
The 2013 Global Financial Markets Forum (GFMF) will examine and debate the future of European Union, US’s role and the rising economic influence of emerging markets.
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Radio Mirchi Marks 1st Birthday With Month-Long Celebration
The birthday festivities bring to a close a year of remarkable achievements for Radio Mirchi, that began with a star-studded Bollywood launch and ended with the station winning the "UAE’s Best Radio Station" at the 5th Annual Masala! Awards 2012.
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A MASTERFUL COMBINATION! Cultural Mix To Preside Over Gourmet Abu Dhabi’s New-Look Culinary Creation Stages
Saba Wahid, an American-raised TV presenter, culinary enthusiast and gastronomic consultant of Pakistani descent, and Faisal Naser, a half-Emirati, half-Kuwaiti culinary blogger, will don kitchen whites and present the Culinary Creation Stages to daily audiences of up to 150 people.
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Abu Dhabi’s Care By Air And Dubai’s International Humanitarian City Join Forces To Improve Aid From The UAE
The agreement sets the foundations for future teamwork in the field of humanitarian aid response. The two parties will cooperate on and promote best practices in humanitarian air shipments, improve communication and coordination among IHC’s member agencies, and conduct joint training.
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Regulation And Supervision Bureau - Abu Dhabi Supports The Country’s Ecological Footprint Initiative
The Regulation and Supervision Bureau - Abu Dhabi (the Bureau) and the Emirates Wildlife Society in association with WWF (EWS-WWF) have signed an agreement to closely collaborate on phase two of the country’s Ecological Footprint Initiative.
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TAQA Preliminary Financial Results For FY 2012
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA), the international energy company (ADX: TAQA), today reported its preliminary, unaudited financial results for the year ending 31 December 2012.
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Nuclear Energy Fundamental For UAE Sustainable Water & Energy Future
During the "Energy-Water Nexus" session, Mr. Al Hammadi presented the strategy of the UAE to diversify energy generation with the goal of achieving higher quotas of energy independence, security of supply and sustainability through initiatives such as the UAE peaceful nuclear energy program.
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