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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) Reports AED 4.3 Billion Net Profits In 2012
Net profits for the fourth quarter of 2012 were AED 1,120 million, up 54.8% from AED 724 million in the fourth quarter of 2011.
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TAQA Closes Financing For Morocco Power Plant Expansion
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA) has signed final agreements marking the close of the USD 1.4 billion equivalent project financing for the expansion of the Jorf Lasfar power plant in Morocco.
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Queen Mary 2 Makes Maiden Call To Abu Dhabi Capital
The Queen Mary 2 - the world’s largest ocean liner and the luxury flagship of the Cunard Line - made its maiden call to Abu Dhabi today at the Mina (Port) Zayed cruise terminal today, signalling the UAE capital’s increasing international status as a cruise liner destination.
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Central Bank And Emirates ID Discuss Activation Of Smart Card Applications
The UAE Central Bank and the Emirates Identity Authority have discussed the means of enhancing their co-operation as regards using the smart ID card and activating its advanced applications in the financial sector across the UAE.
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Emirati Fusion Cuisine Showcase For Gourmet Abu Dhabi
With an ambition to elevate traditional Emirati cuisine from a banquet-style, family-focused meal to fine dining at a global standard, Chef Khulood aims to infuse the dinner with the warmth and hospitality Emiratis are renowned for.
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque received 4.6 million visitors and worshippers during year 2012
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque received a total of approximately 4,685,000 visitors and worshippers during 2012, including approximately 2,562,000 visitors (tourists) and 1,167,000 worshippers.
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Abu Dhabi Media Announces Key Structural Changes And The Recruitment Of New Executives
Loved ones will take delight in the extraordinary with an escape to Abu Dhabi’s most alluring address on Saadiyat Island, creating unforgettable memories and celebrating enchanted moments in distinctive luxury this Valentine’s Day.
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Students From Around The World Converge In Abu Dhabi To Address Global Issues
Students from around the world and across the UAE came together in Abu Dhabi to propose sustainable action plans to address important global issues as part of the Global Issues Network (GIN) 2013 hosted by NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD).
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His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan Opens Tawdheef Recruitment Show
His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, has officially inaugurated Tawdheef Recruitment Show, the UAE’s leading careers event that supports Emiratisation.
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Abu Dhabi Records Rise In Hotel Guests
Abu Dhabi last year received 2,388,023 hotel guests in its 136 hotels and hotel apartments - a 13% rise on its 2011 performance and achieving its set target of 2.3 million guests.
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DoT Abu Dhabi Supports Major Global Events In Abu Dhabi Worth AED 50 Million
The Department of Transport (DoT) in Abu Dhabi has supported major global events held in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi over the last four years amounted to AED 50 million, in the form of providing free public transport.
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Abu Dhabi Capital Management Wins Private Equity Fund Of The Year Award
Abu Dhabi Capital Management (ADCM), a GCC-focused alternative investment firm, today announced that its Secondary Private Equity Fund (ADCM-SPEF) has been named the Private Equity Fund of the Year at the 4th Annual MENA Fund Manager Performance Awards in Dubai.
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Total Employs More Emiratis To Support Hydrocarbons Sector
Total UAE said today it would pursue its efforts to support job Emiratization in the country’s oil and gas sector as it pushes ahead with plans to attract more qualified Emiratis into its facilities.
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Abu Dhabi Environmental Film Festival And Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization Sign Co-Operation Agreement
The Abu Dhabi Environmental Film Festival (ADIEFF) and Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) signed a cooperation agreement in which TAG-Org will provide legal consultation services to the Festival.
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FGB Highlights Careers In Finance To UAE Nationals At Tawdheef 2013
In addition to providing more information on the bank’s different training programmes and Emiratisation initiatives, FGB employees will also conduct interviews during the fair for a number of training vacancies in its Nujoom Management scheme and Summer Training Programme.
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Fit For A King Or Queen! Gourmet Abu Dhabi Unveils Landmark ’Caviar’ Night
One of several exciting new promotions designed to mark the fifth anniversary of Gourmet Abu Dhabi, the emirate’s annual culinary festival will hold its first-ever Etihad Airways Caviar & Bubbles Dinner.
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Jetex Flight Support To Sponsor Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2013
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), today announced that Jetex Flight Support, will join the leading names in the business aviation industry and sponsor Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2013, for the second year running.
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More Than 2,500 Vacancies Available For UAE Nationals At Abu Dhabi Job Fair
Thousands of Emirati job seekers will set eyes on new career paths this week, as the UAE’s leading recruitment fair and career exhibition prepares to opens its doors in Abu Dhabi tomorrow (Tuesday 29 January).
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Corporate Heroes Lead The Way In Reducing The UAE’s Carbon Footprint
Emirates Wildlife Society in association with WWF (EWS-WWF) names American University of Sharjah, Archcorp, Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Service City and TECOM as ’Verified Corporate Heroes’ in recognition of their dedication to reducing their carbon footprint at an award ceremony
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Gulf Related Unveils Dynamic Vision For World-Class Retail Destination: Sowwah Central
When open in spring 2017, Sowwah Central will be connected to 1.5 million square meters (15.8 million sq. ft) of adjacent, completed and occupied properties on Al Maryah Island.
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TAQA Completes Financing For Ghana Power Plant Expansion
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA) and its partner, Volta River Authority (VRA), have completed the USD 330 million financing for the expansion of the Takoradi 2 power plant in Ghana.
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Abu Dhabi Art 2013 Poised To Enthrall Saadiyat Cultural District
The fifth edition of Abu Dhabi Art 2013 scheduled to be held this November in Saadiyat Culture District will bring together world’s top galleries, artists, notable cultural icons, collectors and visitors from across the globe.
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’Story Of A Fort, Legacy Of A Nation’, Tickets Now On Sale For Historic Showcase At Qasr Al Hosn Festival 2013
The Qasr al Hosn Festival, taking place in Abu Dhabi from 28th February to 9th March 2013, will be a national celebration of Emirati history on a truly unprecedented scale.The tickets for the eagerly awaited ’Story of a Fort, Legacy of a Nation’ show are on sale starting Midday on January 27th.
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FGB And LIC International Join Forces To Enhance Insurance And Retirement Plan Offerings In The UAE
Life Insurance Corporation (International) B.S.C.(c) (LIC) has tied up with First Gulf Bank (FGB), the major leading UAE financial institution, in a new partnership designed to enhance existing insurance and retirement plan offerings to customers in the UAE.
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Etihad Airways Records Profit For Second Year Running
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, was profitable again in 2012. The airline’s President and Chief Executive, James Hogan, made the announcement during his keynote address at the Global Airfinance Conference in Dublin.
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Emirati Drivers Hope UAE’s Gulf Cup Triumph Can Inspire Them To Rally Success
Five Emirati drivers are hoping to kick-start their FIA Middle East Rally Championship campaigns at this weekend’s Qatar International Rally by mirroring the all-conquering regional exploits by the UAE national football team in the Gulf Cup of Nations.
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Etihad Airways Cabin Crew Score High At ISPY 2013
Etihad Airways Food and Beverage Manager Claudette Khamiss and Cabin Senior John Poladian have won the Gold Team Award for ’Maximising Sales Techniques’ at the 2013 Inflight Sales Person of the Year (ISPY2013).
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Abu Dhabi Key 2013 Market For Meat & Livestock Australia
The move comes as Australia retains its position as the largest lamb supplier to the Arabian Gulf with a record 55,000 tonnes delivered in 2012 and a goal of increasing regional supply of beef to similar volumes this year.
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ADCB Facilitates Contributions To Help Preserve The UAE Environment Through ADCB ATM Donation Drive
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank "ADCB" announced today that it will continue to support the Emirates Wildlife Society in association with WWF (EWS-WWF) in its mission to conserve the environment of the UAE.
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Etihad Airways To Increase Capacity On Dublin Flights
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will increase capacity on its Dublin flights, deploying a Boeing 777-300ER on the route from 2 July 2013.
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TDIC Unveils New Retail Destination - The District On Saadiyat Island
Tourism Development and Investment Company (TDIC), master developer of major tourism, cultural and residential destinations in Abu Dhabi, yesterday announced its joint venture partnership with L Real Estate (LRE), a global real estate development and investment fund.
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Kizad Welcomes First Third Party Logistics Company With AED 270 Million Investments
Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (Kizad) today announced the first third party logistics company tenant. A 50 year Musataha Agreement was signed by Khaled Salmeen Al Kawari, CEO and Managing Director of Kizad, and Alaa Ibrahim, President & CEO, IBR Group Inc.
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Abu Dhabi Festival Announce 2013 Official International Charity Beneficiary
Each year, proceeds from the Abu Dhabi Festival are donated to one or more charities, in keeping with the spirit of "Bilad Al Khayr" (The Land of Blessings), a core value of the Festival that upholds the principles of tolerance, respect and enlightenment across the seven Emirates.
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Capture The Moment At Al Ain Zoo
Al Ain Zoo announced today that it will be kicking off its photography contest for the second consecutive year to engage Al Ain residents, tourists and visitors alike.
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Cunard’s Flagship Queen Mary 2 To Make Debut Call In Abu Dhabi
The Queen Mary 2 - the most expensive ocean liner ever built and the luxury flagship of the Cunard Line - will make her maiden Abu Dhabi call at the UAE capital’s Mina Zayed cruise terminal later this month.
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Aldar and Sorouh Boards Recommend Merger
Abu Dhabi-listed companies Aldar Properties PJSC (Aldar) and Sorouh Real Estate PJSC (Sorouh) announced today that their boards of directors have unanimously voted to recommend a merger to their shareholders.
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TDIC Partners With L Real Estate To Develop ’The District’ - A World-Class Retail Destination On Saadiyat
Strategically positioned among the three world-class museums - Zayed National Museum, Louvre Abu Dhabi and Guggenheim Abu Dhabi - this development, which sits on a land plot of 17 hectares, will be one of the largest retail complexes in the emirate.
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90% Of GIBTM Space Sold As Confidence In Meeting’ Sector Surges
"We are well on target to achieve our increased floor space target compared to last year and should have several more exhibitors on board within the next few weeks explained GIBTM Exhibition Manager Lois Hall.
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Etihad Airways And Sydney Opera House Announce New Partnership
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Sydney Opera House today announced a new three-year, multi-million dollar partnership.
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ADIB Securities Ranked The Number One UAE Brokerage Firm
ADIB Securities, the brokerage subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), announced today that it has ranked number one among other brokerage firms in terms of value of shares traded on UAE stock markets.
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Abu Dhabi Technology Development Committee Launches The STI Guide, A Specialized Online Portal To Promote Exciting Science Events In Abu Dhabi
The portal aims to increase awareness of, and encourage participation in, multiple STI events across a number of industries such as: oil and gas services; semiconductors; aerospace; cleantech; ICT and media; utilities and environment; and health and medical.
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Unsung Hero Wins ’Spirit Of The Championship’
Having worked at every Championship to date, Khan oversees delivery of Al Lait’s scaffolding services for the star-studded tournament, which teed-off the PGA European Tour’s trio of ’Desert Swing’ events this week.
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Etihad Airways Launches Economy Chauffeur Service In London
With a choice of executive, luxury or minivan classes of vehicles, guests can book at etihad.com/chauffeur, where they can receive an instant price quote, book in advance and manage their booking online.
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Abu Dhabi-Citroen WRC Partnership Delivers Instant Success
Abu Dhabi’s new partnership with eight-time World Rally Championship (WRC) manufacturers winners, Citroen Racing, is off to a flying start after another historic win for Sebastien Loeb in the Monte Carlo Rally.
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